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A large crowd gathered for Sharing Dance Day.
Students perform in Arise.
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Dance for Life | Canada's National Ballet School

Dancers from a range of program of all ages dance together and high-five.

Dance for Life

Embrace the Joys and Benefits of Dance


We know firsthand how the power of dance changes lives for the better. This is what drives our commitment to making dance a part of all Canadians’ lives. Our part-time and community dance programs leverage NBS' innovative, progressive artistic practices to engage more people than ever before. Whether a beginner or a seasoned dancer, a young child looking to discover creative movement and hone your skills or an adult wanting to explore strength, grace, physicality and artistic expression, our programs are bound to move you.

A young dancer expresses himself through movement.

Young Dancers Program

Grow a life-long love of dance in our part-time Young Dancers Program. Enjoy a warm and supportive environment and strong sense of community in these after-school and weekend classes for dancers ages 5-17. The Open Dance stream does not require an audition to enroll, and offers classes in a range of dance styles, including ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip hop and more!

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Adaptive Dance Program

Join adapted movement classes for children 4+ with diverse cognitive, physical & developmental needs. These 45-minute sensory-friendly dance classes provide opportunities for children to explore creativity and expression through the use of movement and music.

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Dancers participate in an Adult Ballet class.

Adult Ballet

Whether you’re embracing dance for the first time or developing and refining your dance skills, our Adult Ballet Program will inspire you to make the art of ballet part of your life!

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NBS Sharing Dance Day celebrations

NBS Sharing Dance 2023

Join this nationwide dance party and annual interactive celebration of movement and music! There are so many ways for dancers of all ages to get involved–from learning this year’s choreography, to submitting a video for our collage.

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Older Adults enjoying dance class

Sharing Dance Parkinson’s

Dance can change lives! The Sharing Dance Parkinson's program is specially designed to make dance accessible to people living with Parkinson's disease. Join us for a class in Toronto, or learn more about classes offered across Canada.

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Participants in Sharing Dance Older Adults classes

Sharing Dance Older Adults

Dance is for everyone! Sharing Dance Older Adults is a safe and accessible dance program that engages older adults in meaningful dance activity. Join in-person classes, or download our app to take classes anytime, anywhere!

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