Programs

Since 1999, Groove has been a performing arts highlight for the Allenby Forest Hill community. Parents looking for a structured, professional atmosphere built around fun have found that here at Groove. Without emphasis on competition the focus on high positive nature is what keeps this company growing. Groove projects a real family atmosphere, whether it be the home-made costumes or the warm loving teachers who make sure each child feels like the individuals they are. Groove is also one of the first dance studios that encourages children with special needs. Over the years children with autism, downs syndrome, and visual and hearing impairment have danced as well. Led by Angela Williams, Artistic Director of Groove School of Dance and Co-owner of Zodiactors Musical Theatre Company, Angela’s portfolio includes over 15 years of experience in jazz, ballet, gymnastics, hip hop, musical theatre and acro.

www.grooveschoolofdance.com
Angela Williams
Studio: (416) 901-2914
Director: (416) 919-2914

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North Toronto Karate School has been serving the North Toronto community for nine years. We have top quality Black Belt instructors with a combined 20 years of instruction experience certified to promote students to all levels. NTKS combines traditional philosophy with modern day techniques in the teaching of Karate. We believe that learning practical martial arts skills can be combined with physical exercise to create a great experience for all ages.

Classes run Monday through Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings

www.northtorontokarate.com
Sensei Michael Palitti
(416) 875-9820

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Zumba Fitness

An exhilarating workout of energizing and awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life! Our routines feature fast and slow rhythms and resistance training, combined to tone and sculpt your body all while burning fat. Zumba has spread like wild-fire as the single most influential movement in the industry of fitness.

Classes Times Monday 8:30pm and Tuesday 10:15am (drop in fee $15). Please contact Angela for session fees and dates.

Angela Williams
Studio: (416) 901-2914
Director: (416) 919-2914

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Cheerleading

This fun and challenging sport combines elements of dance, tumbling and stunting. Students are introduced to the basics of competitive cheerleading and by the end of the session, are able to perform a short competitive routine.

Classes are:
Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:15 PM (Studio A) and
Saturdays from 3:00 - 4:15 PM (Studio A)

Jenny Kurtz
(416) 831-9278

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Sports With Jay programs are unique because they work on developing children’s gross motor skills, physical strength and over all coordination which ultimately will enhance their confidence and self–esteem. All Sports With Jay programs are taught in a safe, non-competitive, structured and fun environment suitable for ages 3 + years. We realize that not all children are at the same level; therefore, our non-competitive format ensures that each child will benefit from the programs at his/her own pace. With many years of programming experience, Sports With Jay continues to offer a variety of programs including: Physical Education, Cooperative Games, Multi-Sports, Sports Clinics and Martial Arts all of which are suitable for Morning Programs, Lunch Programs and/or After School Programs. Sports With Jay also provides programs for Camps both during the school year and summer, Special Events, Birthday Parties and Seminars for teachers.

For all Sports With Jay Programs, safe, age appropriate equipment is provided. All Sports With Jay coaches are trained in our unique format and ensure that while the programs are fun and exciting that safety remains a priority and focus while working with the children at all times.

Available for Birthday parties.

www.sportswithjay.com
Jay
(905) 237-3438 or (416) 418-2044

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ARE YOU A FASHIONISTA?

The Fashion Academy is a unique fashion and design program that offers aspiring artists the opportunity to experience fashion fundamentals and showcase their original works. Our goal is to encourage young fashionistas to express their personal style and fuel their creativity. The programs are designed to craft a sense of individuality, explore the inner designer and inspire kids to think outside the "shoebox." We have everything a young designer could want to jump-start their imaginations. Our projects are simply stylish!

Classes run Thursday mornings 10:30-12:00 or 11:--12:30 from February 16 – April 5, 2012 (no classes during March break)

www.thefashionacademy.ca
Tara
416.732.0139

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Sophie Luxton is glad to be back at Groove this fall and after a very successful “Burlesque Babies” class, we are offering two additional classes: Pussy Cat Dolls Burlesque and Boogie Down Babies.

Burlesque Babies" performance class
If you have ever dreamed of performing or love to perform, this class is designed for you. Become a “Burlesque Baby” and fulfill your dream! No dance or performance experience needed! You have a horrible memory? You’ve never learned choreography before? You have two left feet? Don’t worry. Trust me and my teaching system. Besides learning choreography, we will also spend time talking and working on performing so you’ll feel ready and confident when performance day comes.

The cost of this class includes the classes, all the choreography, at least one performance and your use of a “Burlesque Babies” costume. Please note: performers will have to provide their own stockings, underwear/bra and shoes. Classes are Wednesday nights: Class #1 – 7:00 – 8:45pm and Class #2 – 8:00 – 9:45pm from September 14 – November 2nd, 2011. Price: $339 (incl HST)

Please note: in your payment, please indicate which class is your preference.

Pussycat Dolls Burlesque class
In this 8-week class, we will dance in this style which is a combination of nightclub burlesque, Pussycat Dolls (Las Vegas-style) and Cabaret dance. No dance experience necessary! Every class contains a cardio warm-up, isolation work and a short choreography. No pressure – all fun! Classes are Thursday afternoons 1:15 – 2:15pm from Sept. 15th – Nov. 3rd (8 weeks). PRICE: $180 (incl HST)

TO BRING: Workout clothing that you can move in. The warm-up can be done in running shoes or bare feet. The rest of the class can be done in running shoes, bare feet or high heels. Heels are recommended but optional.

Boogie Down Babies - a mom and baby dance class
Get a workout in without worrying about babysitting! Have fun with your baby and meet other babies and moms! Re-connect with your strong and active self!

Class description: This class includes a warm-up, conditioning, stretching, a dance section and a cool down; all designed for moms and their babies in carriers. The mood is upbeat, fun and non-intimidating and the music ranges from swing, funk and hip hop to Latin and world music. No dance experience needed!

Please note: Babies should be able to hold their necks comfortably before starting class; usually older than 8 weeks. As long as Mom is comfortable carrying baby in a carrier for the full class, any age goes. There is only one make-up class available for each session.

Two sessions are being offered, however we are only accepting registration for Session 1 at the moment.

TO BRING: Carrier, baby stuff, running shoes, comfortable work-out clothing and a bottle of water.

SESSION 1 (7 weeks)
Tuesday, September 13th – Tuesday, Oct. 25th from 11:00am – 12:00pm
Thursday, September 15th – Thursday, Oct. 27th from 11:00am – 12:00pm
Price: $158 (incl HST)

SESSION 2 (8 weeks)
Tuesday, Nov. 1st – Tuesday, Dec. 20th
Thursday, Nov. 3rd – Thursday, Dec. 22nd
Price: $180 (incl HST)

www.sophieluxton.com/classes

This new amazing vocal and musical theatre program will include learning songs and dances from the hit show "Glee", all the hottest broadway musicals and the newest pop hits!

This program will be taught by a professional vocal coach and will include vocal & dance warm ups. It is also great for audition preparation for plays!

Program will take place on Saturdays, starting in September, 2011. Please check the Groove School of Dance schedule for details regarding days & times.

www.grooveschoolofdance.com
Angela Williams
Studio: (416) 901-2914
Director: (416) 919-2914

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Oxford uses cognitive learning techniques to help children develop more effective ways of thinking, concentrating, listening and remembering. We teach children how to mentally organize new information so that it makes sense. This is the critical first step toward good grades. Your child becomes an independent learner, better equipped to take in and retain new information on his or her own.

Classes are Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursday from 4-6pm.

www.oxfordlearning.com
rosedale@oxfordlearning.com
(416) 710-1858

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Our classes introduce your children to the wonderful world of the Whimz Live Animals and include movement, storytelling, crafts and songs. Children in our classes have the opportunity to meet three to four different Whimz Animals each week. Besides learning how to hold the animals, the participants will learn about both their natural habitat and about the animals in captivity. This is a VIBRANT program that encourages gentleness and understanding of animals, while giving your kids room to move and groove!!!

Classes are Wednesdays from 1:30 - 2:30 PM

www.whimzonline.com
whimz@whimzonline.com
(416) 656-7894

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Music and Movement for young children and the grownups who love them! Songs, chants, movement & lots of instrument play in a relaxed, fun environment! Nine different fabulous Song Collections in all, new CDs and Songbook each semester!

Music Together® is an internationally celebrated program. Since 1987, we have grown to be the best loved family music program in Toronto!

For children from Birth - 5 years. Mixed age classes and Infant classes available.

Classes run Tuesday and Sunday mornings, Monday and Friday afternoons.

www.MakingMusicTogether.com
risa@makingmusictogether.com
(416) 833-1231

Mommy & Baby Classes

Singing with Sonshine & Broccoli is a fun filled, interactive music class for moms and tots. Sonshine & Broccoli will keep your kids hopping, bopping, and humming their favourite tunes all week long. Each session is an engaging, energetic, and exciting half hour of music, for moms and kids. Children as young as 6 months are welcome. Cost: $142 for 10 classes. Minimum of 8 needed to run the class. Call for availability and birthday parties.

Pop Stars !

Sonshine and Broccoli are Offering a Brand new Class at Groove for those kids who love to write and record their very own Songs. Pops Stars will introduce the basics of songwriting (melody ,rhythm,chorus and verse) work together to develop lyrical themes and ideas and collaborate with others to make their very own Top Hit Song . Each pop star will go home with a CD and Music Video of their created songs . This program was a huge hit this summer and we cannot wait to offer this fall at GROOVE ! For ages 7 years and up. Cost: $183 for 9 classes which includes accompaniment at each class, Recording time, CD and DVD with music Video. Minimum of 6 needed to run the class. Call for availability and birthday parties.

www.singingwithsonshine.com
Lisa Sonshine
(647) 898-8799

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BinaFit Boot Camp

BinaFit Boot Camp presents a seven week full body workout which includes cardio, strength training, agility and plyometrics. Sign up today to reap the BinaFits as space is limited.

Classes are Tuesday's from 9:00-10:00 am. and Thursday's from 9:30-10:30 am starting November 1, 2011. Cost is $260.00 for the seven weeks.

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FREE TO BE ME!

Songs, Stories and Fun For Babies&Tots!

Professional actress and singer, now teacher, ReBecca Armstrong is offering two different, nurturing, confidence building story time and circle song classes. Filled with fun, movement, storytelling and rhythm, this program builds developmental skills for infants and toddlers by ssing their imagination, and stimulating their minds to help improve fine and gross motor skills as well as encouraging early literacy. Personalizing each "circle time" to the group, Rebecca helps to build confidence and self-esteem through hands-on learning and most importantly having fun!

Minimum of five needed to run each class. Classes are Mondays and Wednesdays starting January, 2012.

Monday: 9:30am-10:00 AM - Babytime (Ages: 0 -1) and 10:15 -11:00 AM Tots! (Ages: 1 -2.5) running January 16 - March 5, 2012. Cost is $125 (HST included).

Free trial class Monday Jan 9, 2012

Wednesday 9:45am-10:30am- Tots (Ages:1-2.5) and 10:45am-11:15am-Babytime (Ages: 0-1) running January 18 – March 7, 2012. Cost is $140 (HST included).

Free trial class Wednesday Jan 11, 2012.

ReBecca Armstrong
(647) 467-6464

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Learn. Experience. Socialize! Mommy Connections is a modernized moms-group that introduces you to programs and services available within your community. Our classes provide a unique learning opportunity as well as a fun way to bond with your child and other moms in a social environment. Each week’s class offers a topic that is important to a new mom as well as something for moms to do with babies. This allows for a unique bonding opportunity with your little one while still fulfilling your need to obtain information and be social with other moms experiencing the same challenges, fears and excitement. Topics may include: post-natal fitness, baby wearing, introducing solids, boosting baby’s immunity, avoiding allergies, sleeping through the night, ab rehab, infant sign language, infant massage, and much more! Each participant receives a swag bag worth over $75 and door prizes are awarded each class. Classes are available for moms with babies 0-12 months and toddlers (10 months to 3 years). Cost is $110 for 8 weeks.

Classes run on Thursdays 10:30-12:00 for 8 weeks starting Feb. ??.

www.mommyconnections.ca/north-toronto
Sarah
905.782.1247

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Introducing an exciting new program teaching Yoga to children, as well as adults. Yogabodii is inspired and influenced by several different types of Yoga, with an emphasis on the Iyengar practice. This practice focuses on the importance of alignment, and helps both children and adults become more aware of their bodies and their minds. This, in turn, enables them to better strengthen their bodies, open their minds, manage their stress, and calm their spirits.

Classes run for 8 weeks: Monday 9:30-10:15 (Kids), Wednesday 9:45-10:30 (Adults), 1:30-2:15 (Kids), Friday 4:30-5:15 ( Kids), Sunday 12:45-1:30 ( Family/Parent and Child)

Yogabodii is a midtown Toronto studio that specializes in Private sessions, Semi Private sessions, Couples, and small intimate groups. For more information regarding Yogabodii go to: www.facebook.com/pages/Yogabodii/160029910745076

"Health is a state of complete harmony of the body, mind and spirit. When one is free from physical disabilities and mental distractions, the gates of the soul open." BKS Iyengar

For more information regarding Yogabodii go to:
www.facebook.com/pages/Yogabodii/160029910745076
s.bederman@yahoo.com

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The Monarch Movement youth dance program offers a thorough and thoughtful approach to teaching ballet in a creative and nurturing environment. Instructor Kristen Dennis is a graduate of the National Ballet School of Canada and a former professional dancer of the National Ballet, Alberta Ballet and Ballet British Columbia. After transitioning to teaching dance 10 years ago, Kristen now finds joy in instilling artistry, musicality and a life-long love of dance in her students.

Starting September 2012, weekly classes for students 6 years of age and older will be offered on Sunday afternoons.

“Ballet Sculpt” - a low impact, adult class focusing on toning long, lean muscles using exercises derived from a classical ballet class. Achieve the poise, posture and strength of a ballet dancer will be offered on Friday mornings from 10:00-11:00am.

www.monarchmovement.com
Kristen Dennis
647.783.1384

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