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Participation Agreement

    Assumption of Risk: In consideration of being permitted to participate in any dance classes, rehearsals and recitals, students and parents for themselves, their personal representatives, heirs and next of kin: 1) hereby release, waive, discharge, and convenient not to sue Elev8 Dance Inc, their directors, officers, agents, and employees, all for the purpose herein referred to as "Releasees", from all liability Assumption of Risk: In consideration of being permitted to participate in any dance classes, rehearsals and recitals, students and parents for themselves, their personal representatives, heirs and next of kin: 1) hereby release, waive, discharge, and convenient not to sue Elev8 Dance Inc, their directors, officers, agents, and employees, all for the purpose herein referred to as "Releasees", from all liability to the undersigned student/parent, their personal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin for any and all loss or damage, and any claims or demands therefor on account of injury to the person or resulting in death of the student arising out of or related to dance, whether caused by negligence of the Releasees or otherwise. 2) hereby agree to indemnify and save and hold harmless the Releasees and each of them from any loss, liability, damage or cost they may incur arising out of or related to dance whether caused by negligence of the Releasees or otherwise. 3) hereby assume full responsibility for any risk of bodily injury or death arising out of or related to dance, whether caused by negligence of the Releasees or otherwise. 4) hereby agree that this release and waiver of liability, assumption of risk and indemnity agreement extends to all act of negligence by the Releasees and is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the laws of the Province of Ontario and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding continue in full legal force and effect.

    Release of Liability: I acknowledge that activities with Elev8 Dance Inc may involve the risk of serious injury and/or death. I have read this policy document, the release and waiver of liability, the assumption of risk, and the indemnity agreement, and I fully understand its terms. Understanding that I have given up substantial rights by signing it and have signed it freely and voluntarily without any inducement, assurance or guarantee being made to me, I intend my signature to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law. Images and videos taken during classes, events or performances or provided to the Elev8 Dance Inc of myself or my child may be used online or for promotional purposes.

    Payment Policies: All sales are final. There are no refunds or transfers. I agree to set up preauthorized payments. Payments are due on the 1st day of each month. I am responsible for understanding the payment details for my chosen membership and/or program. If classes are held online, fees will be collected as scheduled. N.S.F. fees incurred are my responsibility to repay. A 5% late surcharge is added to payments fourteen days overdue. With missed classes (e.g. absence, illness, inclement weather, force majeure or government order), time/fees will not be refunded or recovered. Elev8 Dance Inc reserves the right to pursue legal action to recover outstanding, failed or charge-back payments.

    Uniform Policy: Elev8 Dance is a uniform school. Adherence to the student uniform policy is required for participation. Tuition or membership fees do not include personal such as a uniform. To participate in classes, performances or events, missing items will be provided and billed to my account. The uniform policy is printed in the studio.

    Withdrawal Policy for Kinder, Elementary & High School Programs: To withdraw and stop billing, email the office two weeks before the 1st of the upcoming month. Absence from classes does not suggest a withdrawal. Fees billed before or during the two-week withdrawal window are final. There are no refunds or transfers.

    Withdrawal Policy for Pre-K and Adult Programs: To withdraw and stop billing, email the office before the 1st of the upcoming month. Absence from classes does not suggest a withdrawal. Fees billed before the withdrawal are final. There are no refunds or transfers.

    Rules and Regulations:
    - Youth students must participate in the Spring Recital, whether online or in-person.
    - Damages, vandalism, or theft are the involved parties' financial and administrative responsibility.
    - Outside shoes do not enter the building and should be removed upon entry.
    - Bringing valuables to the studio is discouraged. Elev8 Dance is not responsible for missing or damaged personal items.
    – Food and drinks are only permitted in the lobby area. Gum and peanuts are not allowed in the building.
    - For students requiring medical or restroom assistance, one parent/guardian must stay to assist.
    - Lobby seating is limited and not guaranteed. The building is designed to maximize studio space.
    - Children not participating in class may not be left unsupervised in the building or on the premises.
    - Elev8 Dance reserves the right to change, combine or cancel classes.
    - It is the responsibility of the parent, guardian and participant to make sure they are up to date on newsletters, receiving emails or information posted in the studio.
    - Failure to honour the Student Code of Conduct and policies outlined by Elev8 Dance will result in dismissal from classes, programs and performances.

    Student Handbook

    Starting at age two, preschool students learn to participate in fun and engaging group activities with other children their age. Fully supported by their parent or guardian in class, both follow along in play-based learning with movement and music.

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    “Clearly in it for all the right reasons. They have created a fantastic community of dancers and parents!” – Shelly, via Google

    Pre-K Dance Program Fees

    • $60, month-to-month, plus grab-&-go uniform listed below

    Accounts are set up with a preauthorized credit card. Ongoing participation is assumed. To withdraw and stop billing, email the office before the 1st of the upcoming month.

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    What to Wear for Dance Class

    • No specific class uniform. Be mindful to dress suitably and safely for your activity, including being upside down.
    • Shoes that are worn outside cannot be worn inside.

    Grab-&-Go Uniform Options

    Pick up your starter uniform from your teacher or online portal.

    • Pink LeoDress: $34.95
    • Elev8 T-Shirt: $24.95                                                

    Plus HST

    Kindergarten students have a fun and engaging program that explores movement and music through dance-based learning, structured play and inquiry, and the development of classroom skills such as taking turns, collaboration, and self-regulation.

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    “Honestly, the best dance studio in Hamilton.” – Alyssa, via Google

    Kinder Dance Program Fees

    The first month is $199, plus uniform starter pack option 1 or 2, listed below. Each following month is $74.

    • Add a 2nd Program: plus $189 first month & $64 monthly.
    • Add a 3rd Program: plus $179 first month & $54 monthly.

    Accounts are set up with a preauthorized credit card. Ongoing participation is assumed. To withdraw and stop billing, email the office two weeks before the 1st of the upcoming month.

    …payment information is continued.

    Kinder Dance Class Uniform Options

    1. Pink Elev8 LeoDress, with optional ballet shoes & pink tights
    • Elev8 T-Shirt with black-on-bottom, optional tights & shoes.
    • Black Leotard, with dance tights or black-on-bottom.

    …uniform information (details & colours) is continued.

    Uniform Starter Packs

    1. Pink Elev8 LeoDress: $34.95.
    • Elev8 T-Shirt and Shorts: $49.90.

    …add-on Ballet Shoes: $29.95, Dance Tights: $14.95

    Plus HST

    Kindergarten students have a fun and engaging program that explores movement and music through dance-based learning, structured play and inquiry, and the development of classroom skills such as taking turns, collaboration, and self-regulation.

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    “Honestly, the best dance studio in Hamilton.” – Alyssa, via Google

    Kinder Dance Program Fees

    The first month is $199, plus uniform starter pack option 1 or 2, listed below. Each following month is $74.

    • Add a 2nd Program: plus $189 first month & $64 monthly.
    • Add a 3rd Program: plus $179 first month & $54 monthly.

    Accounts are set up with a preauthorized credit card. Ongoing participation is assumed. To withdraw and stop billing, email the office two weeks before the 1st of the upcoming month.

    …payment information is continued.

    Kinder Dance Class Uniform Options

    1. Pink Elev8 LeoDress, with optional ballet shoes & pink tights
    • Elev8 T-Shirt with black-on-bottom, optional tights & shoes.
    • Black Leotard, with dance tights or black-on-bottom.

    …uniform information (details & colours) is continued.

    Uniform Starter Packs

    1. Pink Elev8 LeoDress: $34.95.
    • Elev8 T-Shirt and Shorts: $49.90.

    …add-on Ballet Shoes: $29.95, Dance Tights: $14.95

    Plus HST

    PreK Dance Info

    In Pre-K (2 to 4 years old), we explore movement with dance-based learning, structured play, and inquiry with a parent or guardian by their side. Pre-K classes are month-to-month. 

    Let us know which classes and locations you would like to try. Alternatively, we have an online portal to schedule your trial from home conveniently.

    Online Portal

    PreK Dance Schedule

    623 Upper Wellington near Fennel

    • Wednesday 4:20 pm
    • Saturdays 9:20 am

    182 Dundurn St South near Aberdeen

    • Tuesdays 4:20 pm
    • Saturdays 9:20 am
    PreK Dance Fees
    • $60, month-to-month, +HST.

    Adult Dance Class Info

    We offer a variety of classes for our adult dancers, including ballet, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, contemporary, and tap dance. Adult classes are offered monthly or drop-in for occasional students.

    The best way to get started is with a free trial. New dancers often start in combo classes, exploring multiple styles in one class, and transition to non-combo classes over time.

    Let us know which classes and locations you would like to try. Alternatively, we have an online portal to schedule your trial from home conveniently.

    Online Portal

    Adult Dance Schedule

    623 Upper Wellington near Fennel

    • Tuesdays 8 pm – Combo Ballet, Jazz and HipHop
    • Wednesdays 8 pm – Tap Dance Beginner
    • Thursdays 7 pm – Tap Dance Ongoing
    • Thursdays 8 pm – Tap Dance Experienced

    182 Dundurn St South near Aberdeen

    • Mondays 8 pm – Ballet Beginner and Ongoing
    • Tuesdays 8 pm – Lyrical and Contemporary
    • Wednesdays 8 pm – HipHop Beginner and Ongoing
    • Thursdays 8 pm – Combo Ballet, Jazz and HipHop
    Adult Dance Fees
    • $74, month-to-month, plus HST.
    • Discounts for multiple programs.
    • Class Drop-in: $25 per class, plus HST.

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      Name and Date of Birth Info

      Pre-K Dance

      Born 2021 and 2022

      Kinder Dance

      Born 2019 and 2020

      Grade 1 and 2 Dance

      Born 2017 and 2018

      Grade 3 through High School Dance

      Born 2016 and older

      Adult Dance

      Parent/Guadrian Info

      Self info for adult dancers.

      Dance Class Info

      Pre-K

      In our pre-kindergarten dance class (2–4 years old), we explore movement with dance-based learning, structured play, and inquiry with a parent or guardian by their side. Pre-K classes are month-to-month. 

      To get started, click the link above or reply with your (1) dancers name, (2) date of birth, and (3) which weekdays are best for a trial.

      Pre-K Dance Schedule

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      623 Upper Wellington near Fennel

      • Wednesdays 4:20 pm
      • Saturdays 9:20 am

      182 Dundurn St South near Aberdeen

      • Tuesdays 4:20 pm
      • Saturdays 9:20 am

      Winter Recital Pajama Party 2024

      1. Holiday
      2. Jingle Bell Rock
      3. Run Run Rudolph
      4. Snowman
      5. Sleigh Ride
      6. Timber
      7. My Song for You
      8. Mistletoe
      9. Underneath the Tree
      10. Santa Stole My Lady
      11. Elf
      12. Believe
      13. Deck the Rooftop
      14. Linus and Lucy
      15. It’s Not Christmas With You
      16. Christman, Please Come Home
      17. I’ll Be Home
      18. Like it’s Christmas
      19. We Need a Little Christmas
      20. Greatest time of Year
      21. Something in the Air
      22. Last Christmas
      23. Let it Go
      24. Chrilin’ Like a Snowman
      25. All I Want for Christmas is You

      Thank you for joining us for the 2024 Winter Recital Pajama Party!


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      Academy Dance Program

      Elev8 Dance offers two streams for our students to achieve their potential: Recreational and Academy. The Academy is our accelerated training program for dancers looking to advance their skills. Turn single pirouettes into quadruples, partial splits on the floor into full spit jumps through the air and jaw-dropping acrobatics tricks. See your hard work turn into showstopping performances.

      The Academy offers classes in Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip-Hop, Acrobatics, lyrical, and Contemporary.

      Students looking to compete are selected from the Academy.

      Pre-Teen and Teen

      Our pre-teen and high school dancers start in level 3 dance, learning skills to propel them through dance with excellence and confidence. In level 3 and later level 4 and 5 dance classes, students can focus their training on specific styles, learn techniques, develop strength, and have fun. We learn to dance, jump, spin, reach and stretch, roll, cartwheel, and stand on our hands, learning the movement skills that lead to even bigger moves in level 4 and beyond.

      Level Location Weekday Classes Button
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthMondays & Wednesdays
      August Dundurn Academy
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Mondays & Wednesdays – 5pm to 7:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthMonday – Thursday
      July Acrobatics Workshop
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Monday – Thursday – 6:15pm to 7:30pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthTuesdays
      August Ballet Acrobatics
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Tuesdays – 6pm to 6:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthTuesdays
      August HipHop Jazz
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Tuesdays – 7pm to 7:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3623 Upper Wellington StreetWednesdays
      August HipHop Jazz
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Wednesdays – 6pm to 6:50pm
      623 Upper Wellington Street
      Junior 1, 2 & 3623 Upper Wellington StreetWednesdays
      August Ballet Acrobatics
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Wednesdays – 7pm to 7:50pm
      623 Upper Wellington Street
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthThursdays
      August HipHip Jazz
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Thursdays – 6pm to 6:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthThursdays
      August HipHop Acrobatics
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Thursdays – 7pm to 7:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthTuesdays
      September Ballet & Acrobatics
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Tuesdays – 6pm to 6:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3623 Upper Wellington StreetTuesdays
      September Acrobatics
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Tuesdays – 6pm to 6:50pm
      623 Upper Wellington Street
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthTuesdays
      September Jazz & HipHop
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Tuesdays – 7pm to 7:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3623 Upper Wellington StreetTuesdays
      September HipHop Jazz
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Tuesdays – 7pm to 7:50pm
      623 Upper Wellington Street
      Junior 1, 2 & 3623 Upper Wellington StreetWednesdays
      September Jazz & Tap
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Wednesdays – 6pm to 6:50pm
      623 Upper Wellington Street
      Junior 1, 2 & 3623 Upper Wellington StreetWednesdays
      September Ballet
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Wednesdays – 7pm to 7:50pm
      623 Upper Wellington Street
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthThursdays
      September Choir Singing Lessons
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Thursdays – 6pm to 6:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      (This class is free of recitals.)
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthThursdays
      September HipHop & Acrobatics
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Thursdays – 7pm to 7:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthSaturdays
      September Jazz, Tap & HipHop
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Saturdays – 11am to 11:50am
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3623 Upper Wellington StreetSaturdays
      September Jazz & HipHop
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Saturdays – 11am to 11:50am
      623 Upper Wellington Street
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthSaturdays
      September Ballet & Acrobatics
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Saturdays – 12pm to 12:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3623 Upper Wellington StreetSaturdays
      September Ballet & Acrobatics
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Saturdays – 12pm to 12:50pm
      623 Upper Wellington Street
      Junior 1, 2 & 3182 Dundurn Street SouthSaturdays
      September Sensory Aware
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Saturdays – 1pm to 1:50pm
      182 Dundurn Street South
      Junior 1, 2 & 3623 Upper Wellington StreetSaturdays
      September Sensory Aware
      Level: Junior 1, 2 & 3 / Age: 8+ years old
      Saturdays – 1pm to 1:50pm
      623 Upper Wellington Street
      (This class is free of recitals.)

      Junior Dance Classes

      Our Junior dancers start in level 3 dance, learning skills to propel them through dance with confidence and excellence. In level 3, and later 4 and 5 dance classes, students have the option to focus their training on specific styles, learn techniques, develop strength, and have fun. We learn to dance, jump, spin, reach and stretch, roll, cartwheel, and stand on our hands, learning the movement skills that lead to even bigger moves in levels 4, 5 and 6.

      Mini Dance Schedule

      Our Mini dancers enter levels 1 and 2, learning skills to propel them through dance with confidence and excellence. In level 1 and 2 dance classes, students have the option to focus their training on specific styles, learn techniques, develop strength, and have fun. We learn to dance, jump, spin, reach and stretch, roll, cartwheel, and stand on our hands, learning the movement skills that lead to even bigger moves in level 3.

      Kindergarten Dance Classes

      This is where it all begins! Kindergarten students have a fun and engaging program that explores movement and music with dance-based learning, structured play and inquiry, and the development of classroom skills such as taking turns, collaboration, and self-regulation.

      We start by building a solid foundation in movement in various dance styles, such as jazz, hip-hop, acrobatics and ballet. Throughout the school year, we learn to dance, jump, spin, reach and stretch, roll, cartwheel, and stand on our hands. Sometimes, we hop like bunnies; other times, we fly like eagles, learning the movement skills that lead to bigger things.

      182 Dundurn St S near Aberdeen
      Tuesdays Kinder Dance
      5:00 pm to 5:40 pm
      Thursday Kinder Dance
      5:00 pm to 5:40 pm
      Saturdays Kinder Dance
      10:00 am to 10:40 am
      623 Upper Wellington St near Fennel
      Monday Kinder Dance
      5:00 pm to 5:40 pm
      Wednesday Kinder Dance
      5:00 pm to 5:40 pm
      Saturday Kinder Dance
      10:00 am to 10:40 am
      182 Dundurn St South

      Dundurn near Aberdeen

      623 Upper Wellington St

      Upper Wellington near Fennel

      Youth Class Uniform

      Girls Class Uniform & Dress Code

      • Black tank leotard, dance tights or black fitted shorts or both.
      • Dance tights will be needed for performances and recitals.
      • Pink tights for ballet and suntan for jazz, tap and acrobatics.
      • Pink shoes for ballet, black for tap, beige or barefoot for jazz.
      • Long hair brushed into a ballet bun, ponytail, braid or puff.
      • Short hair tied off the face, e.g. half up/down, headband, clips etc
      • No accessories. Stud earrings and medical devices are permitted.

      Grade 3 Ballet

      • A proper ballet bun is required for classes.
      • Optional ballet skirt.

      Approved Uniform List

      • Leotard: Elev8 Dance 456, Mondor 40095, Capezio TB142
      • Shorts: Elev8 Dance 469, Mondor 41020, Capezio TB113
      • Shoes: Pink ballet shoes, no laces, any brand
      • Skirt: Elev8 Dance 072, Grades 3 and above only
      • Tights: Elev8 Dance 900, Mondor 319 Pink-E6 / 319-82 or Capezio 1916 Ballet Pink / Suntan

      KinderDance Class Uniform

      Girls KinderDance Uniform & Dress Code

      • Pink tank leodress and pink no-tie ballet shoes.
      • Optional pink convertible dance tights.
      • Hair brushed into a ponytail, braid, bun, or puff.
      • Short hair tied off face eg half up/down, headband, clips, etc
      • No accessories. Stud earrings and medical devices are permitted.

      Approved Uniform List

      • Pink LeoDress: Elev8 Dance 300.
      • Ballet Shoes: Pink, no laces, any brand.
      • Convertible Tights: Elev8 Dance 900, Mondor 319 Pink-E6 or Capezio 1916 Ballet Pink.

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      World-Class Dance Lessons at Elev8 Dance

      Our dance teachers work collaboratively to build a safe and caring environment for our students to learn, train, and flourish. We participate in ongoing training to develop our skills as dance teachers and community leaders. We are committed to fulfilling our responsibility of teaching our students to become outstanding dancers and valuable community members.

      With years of experience across different age groups, our instructors use proven teaching techniques that consistently produce classroom results.


      Why Choose Elev8 Dance?

      One of a Kind Dance Instruction

      • Exceptional teachers
      • Comprehensive curriculum
      • Wide range of dance styles
      • Supportive and welcoming environment
      • Proven track record
      • Open to both recreational and academy dancers

      Elev8 Dance has been named “Hamilton’s Best Dance Classes for Children,” “Hamilton’s Best Dance Teacher,” and an overall award of “Hamilton’s Best Dance School” (Hamilton Spectator). We take pride in providing top-quality dance education with fun and engaging dance classes in an environment that will help your child reach their full potential.


      What to Wear for Dance Class

      Elev8 Dance has a uniform in place, which helps to eliminate distractions, promotes a sense of community and makes getting ready for class easy. Your teacher can set you up with the class uniform.

      About Elev8 Dance

      Why Elev8 Dance?

      What sets Elev8 Dance apart from any other dance studio is the studio owner and headteacher, Mr. Chris, World Dance Silver Medalist and a four-time Canadian National Champion. His expertise and background in dance as a performer and teacher help Elev8 Dance deliver a superior experience as we strive to earn our place as Hamilton’s Best Dance Studio year after year. Mr. Chris’ caring nature, eye for detail, experience in the classroom and dedication to making each class fun and engaging make the energy at Elev8 Dance different from anywhere else. Please don’t take our word for it… come and explore Elev8 Dance for yourself!

      Mr. Chris, Hamilton's Best Dance Teacher

      Mr. Chris, Owner and Program Director

      • Hamilton’s Best Dance Teacher (Hamilton Spectator).
      • Hamilton’s Best Theatre Instructor (Hamilton Spectator).
      • Hamilton’s Best Personal Trainer (Hamilton Spectator).
      • Internationally recognized professional dancer with over 20 years of experience.
      • Works with every dance student to reach their potential.
      • Certified Children’s Fitness Coach.
      • Over 20 years of professional dance, theatre, competition, and audition experience.
      • Has an established professional dance network.
      • Fully certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach and active member of the Canadian Fitness Professionals with CanFitPro, GLPTI, and Darby Training Systems (DTS) Accreditation.
      • Specialist Certification in Children’s Fitness, Foundational Training, Kettlebell Training, Weight Loss Coaching, Hypertrophy Training, and Program Design.
      • CPR & AED certification.


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      • Hamilton’s Best Dance School (Hamilton Community News).
      • Hamilton’s Best Dance School for Children (Hamilton Spectator).
      • Hamilton’s Best Activities for Adults (Hamilton Spectator).
      • Hamilton’s Best Virtual Instruction (Hamilton Spectator).
      • Floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall mirrors.
      • Lobby and seating area with a homework station.
      • Large windows fill the studio with natural sunlight.
      • Floating sprung floors to reduce joint stress and risk of injury.
      • Small class sizes to provide beneficial one-on-one instruction.
      • Classroom video recording and viewing from the lobby.
      • Strong connections are made between dance and learning skills on Ontario Report Cards.

      Meet Mr. Chris

      Christopher Bull first made an impression on the Canadian stage as a dancer with the Canadian National Youth Ensemble and a leading guest role on stage with the Kyiv Ballet. Christopher, a Dance Ontario and the Canadian Dance Assembly member, works in large productions and smaller indie venues as a dancer, aerial artist, singer, actor, teacher, and choreographer. Chris is also a Certified Personal Trainer and an active member of the Canadian Fitness Professionals, recently named Hamilton’s Best Personal Trainer (Hamilton Spectator.) Training under the BTDA with Sue Bottrill of Cambridge, Ontario, the National Ballet School of Toronto, Decidedly Jazz DanceWorks of Calgary, Toronto’s George Brown College and York University for Dance, Theatre & Performing Arts has prepared Christopher for the challenges of the world of dance.

      Hamilton's Best Dance Teacher

      Christopher is a World Dance silver medalist and a 4-time Canadian Gold Medalist. He has gone on to perform in full-scale productions such as Alice in Wonderland, Sleeping Beauty, Giselle and The Nutcracker, 42nd Street, West Side Story, Hairspray, and Chicago. Christopher has also been active in the Hip Hop and Street Dance circuit, performing in festivals and conventions and is a featured artist with Toronto’s Choreographer’s Ball. Other credits include an award-winning performance in a recent run of Sister Act the Musical, Aerial Acrobatics Artists with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, and Modern Dance Art Installations with Toronto’s Nuit Blanche.

      Hamilton's Best Dance Teacher, Mr. Chris

      Christopher owns and directs Elev8 Dance, a recreational and preprofessional dance school that delivers quality, fun, and engaging dance training. With a strong background in classical ballet and exercise science, Christopher assesses and prioritizes his dancer’s training to address individual needs. He provides advanced mobility and strength training techniques. He teaches dance to connect with functional movement patterns to ensure his dancers excel as well-rounded athletes while keeping their bodies healthy, safe, and pain-free.

      When Mr. Chris was a little boy, he told his parents he wanted to fly. They put him into hockey, baseball, gymnastics, figure skating, and almost every after-school program for kids, but nothing stuck. Then, one day, young Christopher entered a dance studio and grew wings. Dance took Mr. Chris higher than he thought he could ever go. In dance, he found freedom like nothing else. Over 20 years later, Mr. Chris is still flying, excited to support others as they take flight with us at Elev8 Dance.

      Hamilton's Best Dance Teacher - Mr. Chris

      Some of Mr. Chris’ dancers have gone on to represent Canada at international dance competitions. The skills learned as a dancer have provided his students with offers to attend the National Ballet of Canada’s National Ballet School, Ballet Jorgen Canada, George Brown and Sheridan College for Theatre and Performing Arts, Mohawk College, Laurier, Waterloo, Guelph, York, McMaster, U of T and Ryerson University for Degrees in Theatre and Performing Arts, Television, Radio, Education, English, Mathematics, and Neuroscience.

      We aim to help our dancers discover joy, make memories, and teach freedom through movement.


      At Elev8 Dance, we strive to deliver the best experience possible, and we do that with teachers who love what they do and bring that to our students.

      We deliver fun and engaging programs that introduce our students to dance and take them from kindergarten through high school, developing skills that extend far beyond the dance studio. That is why the Hamilton Spectator named Elev8 Dance Hamilton’s Best Dance School for Children and Activities for Adults.

      Come and meet some other people, learn some new steps and share a smile.

      Readers Choice Winner Best Dance School for Children

      “Hamilton's Best Dance School for Children”

      Hamilton Spectator Best Dance School for Children

      World-Class Dance Lessons at Elev8 Dance

      Our dance teachers work collaboratively to build a safe and caring environment for our students to learn, train, and flourish. We participate in ongoing training to develop our skills as dance teachers and community leaders. We are committed to fulfilling our responsibility of teaching our students to become outstanding dancers and valuable community members.

      With years of experience across different age groups, our instructors use proven teaching techniques that consistently produce classroom results.


      Why Choose Elev8 Dance?

      One of a Kind Dance Instruction

      • Exceptional teachers
      • Comprehensive curriculum
      • Wide range of dance styles
      • Supportive and welcoming environment
      • Proven track record
      • Open to both recreational and academy dancers

      Elev8 Dance has been named “Hamilton’s Best Dance Classes for Children,” “Hamilton’s Best Dance Teacher,” and an overall award of “Hamilton’s Best Dance School” (Hamilton Spectator). We take pride in providing top-quality dance education with fun and engaging dance classes in an environment that will help your child reach their full potential.


      What to Wear for Dance Class

      Elev8 Dance has a uniform in place, which helps to eliminate distractions, promotes a sense of community and makes getting ready for class easy. Your teacher can set you up with the class uniform.

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