Events
UPCOMING:
| Feb 19-21, 2010 |
Toronto Bachata Festival
The TBF is a 2-day and 2-night event that includes:
Saturday bachata (80%) and salsa (20%) workshops during the day.
Sexy Evening workshop followed by Dance Party and Shows by National and International instructors; DJ music to (80%) salsa, (20%) bachata and cha cha. Jack n Jill bachata contest to win prizes All at the Lithuanian House.
Sunday bachata and salsa workshops during the day.
After-Party at the Sunday Salsa Socialat Dovercourt House.
*Friday February 19th, our Midtown Pre-Party is at Acrobat Lounge, with workshops 8-10pm and instructor demos at 11:30pm. This is a separate package and not included in any TBF purchase.
Enamorarse Dance Student Group will be performing at the event. Come out to enjoy some passionate dancing and support our group!
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PAST: (Please visit our Gallery page for event pictures)
| July 6, 2009 |
Oscar Naranjo, Vice World Salsa Champion, joins forces with Enamorarse Dance!
Oscar has been performing, teaching, and competing since 1989. He has an extensive dance background consisting of salsa, merengue, cumbia, bachata, tango and cha cha cha. His hard work and dedication have always paid off. He was awarded first place in 25 salsa competitions, including being the Vice World Champion at the Miami World Salsa Federation Championships 2003. He proudly represented Canada in various Congresses around the world, amongst other important dance, corporate and charity events. He has live, movie, and/or TV appearances in Bermuda Islands, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Sweden, and of course, all over Canada.
Oscar is passionate in working with kids. In fact, he is the leading dance instructor in Toronto who trains kids dancing salsa at performance and competitive level for 9 years. His kids have extensive competition and performance experience with numerous awards and media exposure.
Oscar will be teaching the Summer Kids Salsa program with Tania starting Monday July 6. Register your kid now!
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| July 5, 2009 |
Smokin' Bollywood Workshop
With the craze around the Oscar-Award Winning Film, Slum Dog Millionaire, Bollywood dance has come into the spotlight! Bollywood is the informal term popularly used for the Mumbai-based Hindi language film industry in India. Bollywood is the largest film producer in India and one of the largest in the world. The name is a portmanteau of Bombay (the former name for Mumbai) and Hollywood, the center of the American film industry.
In this unique and fun 2-hour workshop, you will various basic Bhangra and Bollywood movements- with a sexy flair! You will then be challenged to dance to the hit song, Jai Ho, by the Pussy Cat Dolls! Check out the MTV here. Get ready to dance, sweat and have fun!
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May 25, 2009
Mondays 7:30-9pm |
2nd Intermediate/Advanced Salsa Choreography Class with Manuel Dos Santos
BE THE STAR YOU HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO BE!!!
Ever wanted to experience the thrill of performing under the spotlight, and the undescribable joy after a show? Or have you not the urge to be in the spotlight, but have always wanted to learn how to put all the movements, shines, styling, musicality and all into beautiful formations?
Whether you would like to perform or not, don't miss out the great chance of advancing your salsa skills and learning stylish moves!
At the end of the 12-weeks (18 hrs) course, students would have the option to audition to continue with another 6 weeks (18 hrs) to refine the piece to performance level.
Register now!
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| May 25, 2009 |
Manuel Dos Santos joins forces with Enamorarse Dance!
Highly praised by Eddie Torres (a.k.a Godfather of Salsa), participant of the So You Think You Can Dance Canada, Manuel has amazing musicality, expressed in his intricate footwork and turn combinations that always go closely with the music. We are excited to bring in the new talent to Enamorarse Dance.
Watch some of his work:
Performance on Much Music
one Man Show
Manuel will be teaching the Intermediate Open class and choreography class on Mondays starting May 25.
Register now!
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| April 5 3-5pm |
Latin Music Counting 101
No matter how hard you tried, you don't seem to be finding the right count? Or you find the first "1", and 30s into the dance you realize you are on the wrong count again?
No matter you dance on 1 or on 2, this is your chance to walk out of the workshop feeling more confident than ever!
With 10 years of music teaching experience, Joanne will help salsa students master the tricky art of counting their steps.
As a private and group teacher of piano and music appreciation, Joanne brings experience in teaching all ages and skill levels to the salsa world that she loves. Graduating from U of T with a BA in Music and Culture and working for Yamaha Music Canada Ltd. for the last ten year Joanne is passionate about Music Education.
Having been through salsa lessons herself, she has a good understanding of the trouble dancers have counting their steps to the music and this is the perfect opportunity to meld her two passions into one.
Join us for a 2 hour workshop on April 5 to listen and learn to count to your favorite Latin music including merengue, bachata, and salsa!
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| Dec 14 2:30-4:30pm |
Intensive Bachata Workshop III with Lucky & Tania
 Back by popular demand, the bachata workshop is back....but only HOTTER and SEXIER!
Join us for our 2 hr workshop to learn the secrets to the hot hot moves. Pick up the secrets of how to sway your body, thrust your hips fluidly, and add some tango flavours!
Participants should know already the bachata basics, ready to jump right into the fun stuff!
Due to the passionate/intimate nature of the dance, a partner is highly recommended but not required. For those who are signing up without a partner, we will match you with someone to the best of our abilities. However, a partner is not guaranteed.
See just a sample of what you will learn in the workshop:
$40/person. Pre-registration is a MUST as we sell out EVERY TIME.
Reserve a spot now by submitting a deposit below or at our Richmond Hill studio during studio times. Please inquire for alternate arrangements.
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| Nov 9 2:30-4:30pm |
Intensive Bachata Workshop II with Lucky & Tania

Back by popular demand, bachata workshop II with Lucky & Tania was held with another FULL HOUSE!
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Oct 7, 2008
Tuesdays 7-8pm |
New Flamenco Classes - straight from the birth place in Spain!
The traditional gypsy dance and music of Southern Spain, in whose undulating vocals, supple arm movements, and stamping footwork can be discerned powerful Moorish and Arabic influences.
Flamenco dancing is characterized by colorful costumes, intense and erotic movements, stamping of the feet (zapateado), and clapping of the hands (palmada); its execution is brilliant, noisy, and passionate. Individual performances are distinguished by the inventiveness with which dancers play with the rhythms of each dance and by their intensity of expression?great flamenco dancers are known for their duende, a quality which expresses both their soul and their ability to translate themselves into pure states of emotion.
Come experience the dance of Spain in it's most authentic form!
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| Sept 28 2:30-4:30pm |
Intensive Bachata Workshop I with Lucky & Tania

Back by popular demand, bachata workshop I was held this time with Lucky & Tania. The event was a FULL HOUSE!
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Sept 22, 2008
Mondays 7:30-9pm |
NEW Advanced Salsa Choreography Class
BE THE STAR YOU HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO BE!!!
Ever wanted to experience the thrill of performing under the spotlight, and the undescribable joy after a show? Or have you not the urge to be in the spotlight, but have always wanted to learn how to put all the movements, styling, musicality and all into beautiful formations?
Whether you would like to perform or not, don't miss out the great chance of advancing your salsa skills and learning stylish moves!
At the end of the course, students would have the option to participate in various performances, by when extra practices may be required.
Full course runs 12 weeks (18 hours). For non-performer, you can take the option of enrolling in only the first half of the course. Register now!
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Sept 27, 2008
Sat 12:30-1:30pm |
Introducing our New Strip Aerobics Instructor...
Strip Aerobics is the new wave of fitness!! It has gained popularity due to the introduction of Carmen Electra's Aerobic Striptease DVD's. The exercise tones your muscles while you are having fun, and even boosts self confidence!
Students have loved the class since the introduction of the class in June. You will love the classes with our hot new instructor, Chris!
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July 7, 2008
Mondays 7-10pm |
Lucky joins forces with Enamorarse Dance!
It is our honour to introduce Lucky as one of our senior Salsa instructors at Enamorarse Dance!
"Enjoy the art of the movement" from this smooth and elegant dancer. Learn the techniques of doing fancy combos with minimal efforts. Be enlightened with his music interpretation at his Shines and Styling Class!
Classes start July 7 every Monday 7-10pm. Intermediate 2, Advanced, and Shines/Styling classes available. Register now!
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June 21, 2008
Saturdays 12-1pm |
New Strip Aerobics!
Strip Aerobics (a.k.a. Exotic Dancing, Sensual Aerobics, Strip to Fit) is the new wave of fitness!! It has gained popularity due to the introduction of Carmen Electra's Aerobic Striptease DVD's and Sheila Kelly's S Factor studios in Los Angeles.
Strip Aerobics is a workout that is safe and fun, with medium intensity and low impact. Don't worry- no one takes their clothes off! Laura's Strip to Fit sessions and workshops are great for toning muscles with its slow controlled moves, its variety of hip rolls and body waves. Women will learn to express themselves while shedding those pounds!
Click HERE for a video of what the class looks like...
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June 3, 2008
Tuesdays 7-8pm |
New Beginner Ballroom Dance Classes!
Fall in love with ballroom dancing with our passionate, experienced and award-winning instructors who would show you the beauty of the dance in the most easy to learn way. Be it "two-left foot" or not, everyone is welcomed! No partner is required. Get ready to fall in love!
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Every Wednesday
9:30-11pm |
Enamorarse Dance Practice Session
Come out to practice, to ask questions, to mingle and dance with your instructors and fellow schoolmates in a stress-free environment!
Practice cards $15/10 sessions or $2/drop in
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| June 3, 2008 |
Thanks Mel!

With regrets, our beloved Salsa instructor, Mel Urrutia, will be finishing up his last term at Enamorarse Dance, to pursue his love of performing. We have had the honour to have Mel for the past year plus. Mel is not only an awesome instructor, but also a personal friend to many of us. He has brought to life our motto of making students "fall in love with dance".
You will be missed at Enamorarse Dance, but we look forward to seeing you perform in the salsa scene. All the best to your future endeavours!
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| May 16, 2008 |
Enamorarse Dance on Rogers TV!
Enamorarse Dance was at Rogers TV teaching the hostess' how to salsa! Check out the interview in our Gallery.
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April 8, 2008
8-9pm |
New Beginner Swing Classes!
Swing Dance is a type of dance that developed concurrently with the style of jazz music in the 1920s, 30s and 40s. The most well known of which is Lindy Hop, a popular partner dance that originated in Harlem and is still danced today. It can be seen in classic films like "Hellzapoppin" and "A Day at The Races", and more recently in "Swing Kids" and "Malcom X." It is characterized by it's high energy and fun loving nature.
Socially danced Lindy Hop is where the heart of the dance lies. The main focus of social dancing is the music, and the person you are dancing with. In general, there are no set dance partners and people are free to dance with anyone else, regardless of skill, level, or ability. In competition and performances, you will see some incredible and exciting air steps, dips, and tricks.
If you love jazz, this is definitely the dance to try!
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Mar 29, 2008
2-4pm |
Intermediate/Advanced Bachata Workshop
Thank you for coming out to the bachata workshop! It was a full house and we hope you all went home with some hot hot moves! We hear your requests, so stay tuned for upcoming workshops!
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| Feb 22, 2008 |
Enamorarse Dance Anniversary Party

Thank you the 200 of you who celebrated our anniversary with us!
Special thank you goes to our sponsors who provided over $1450 worth of door prizes! (Links to sponsors can be found on our Links page)
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| Feb 4, 2008 |
First open salsa technique class (drop ins welcomed!) |
| Feb 5, 2008 |
Argentine Tango Classes start with guest teacher Bryant Lopez
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| Feb 5, 2008 |
Ballet Workout Classes start |
| Jan 16, 2008 |
Enamorarse Dance Practice Session Extends
Every Wednesday 9:30-11pm
FREE for Ladies for the month of January!!!
Practice cards $15/10 sessions or $2/drop in
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| Jan 25, 2008 |
Joint Enamorarse Dance and NAAAP (North American Association of Asian Professional) Social
Empire Lounge @50 Cumberland St.
Event starts at 7pm, include lessons and performance
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| Jan 9, 2008 |
Enamorarse Dance Practice Session Starts
Every Wednesday 10:15-11:15pm
Practice cards $15/10 sessions or $2/drop in
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| Dec 31, 2007 |
Mambo nights New Year Gala
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| Dec 9, 2007 |
Performance at iFreeStyle Christmas Gala

Great turnout - thanks for coming out to support us. Hope you liked our performance! |
| Nov 17, 2007 |
Wedding Performance |
| Nov 1, 2007 |
Wellness Lunch and Learn @ Canadian Tire office
DANCE: AN ALTERNATIVE TO KEEPING FIT
An hour journey through the history of salsa and different forms of latin dancing, the benefits of dancing, and a little hands on work and demo! |
| Oct 12, 2007 |
Enamorarse Carnaval Friday (Post Congress Party)

Featured performances: United Salseros and Mambo Mosaic! |
| Sep 16, 2007 |
Performance at the Little Asia Sneak Preview organized by the North American Associate of Asian Professionals (NAAAP) in benefit to the Mong Sheung Organization
We are on the news! Sing Tao Daily
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| Sep 7, 2007 |
End of Summer Salsa Splash
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| Sep 6, 2007 |
Belly Dance Open House |
| June 28, 2007 |
Belly Dance Open House |
| June 22, 2007 |
Enamorarse Carnaval Fridays Grand Opening!
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| June 15, 2007 |
Salsa Splash 07 (Enamorarse Dance Salsa Social)

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| May 26, 2007 |
Technique and Practice Session |
| May 3, 2007 |
New Belly Dancing class available!
New sessions of salsa classes begin! |
| Apr 14, 2007 |
Enamorarse Dance Salsa Social

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| Mar 24, 2007 |
Class and Performance at the "Follow Your Heart" semi-formal by Purple Orchid Event Management |
| Mar 17, 2007 |
First Markham Place Dance Festival |
| Feb 28, 2007 |
York University Workshop on Feb 28, 2007 |
| Feb 24, 2007 |
GRAND OPENING - Enamorarse Dance is born!! |