About Us
Our Mission is to provide quality instruction in a non-competitive, family-oriented environment. We strive to do this with a fresh, positive approach and with knowledgeable, caring instructors who are passionate about what they do. The result: You reach your goals in a relaxed atmosphere where dance, gymnastics, and fitness are pleasant and fun.
Over the last six years we have grown as a studio, and continue to do so with the ideal that ultimately dance lessons ought to be enjoyable. Our students benefit from the positive attitudes and beliefs of our faculty while still honing their skills with set syllabus work in various levels and types of dance, performance and fitness classes.
Our faculty of skilled, passionate instructors includes Royal Academy of Dance, Competitive Gymnastics, Zumba and Stott Pilates certified instructors. Each member of our staff boasts over a decade of experience in various forms of the art. Our passionate instructors lead the students with a positive approach in all of our six programs.
The Dance for Kids program includes the traditional staples of dance such as ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop, as well as today’s newest styles: lyrical (a mixture of jazz and ballet selections), Contemporary and Contemporary Jazz (a style much like performances seen on various television programs). We also offer Variety - a class where the students learn singing, dancing, and performance. Combination classes are offered for younger students so they can explore different styles of dance and discover what they like best!
We specialize in introducing dance to young children through our Deux Pas and Preschool programs. The Deux Pas classes are designed for two year olds together with their parents. The students are introduced to the world of dance including basic movements and music. Through the use of familiar songs, interactive games and simple props, the students are inspired to dance and have fun in a positive atmosphere. The Preschool program is specifically designed for three and four year olds. We offer three different class types: Small Steps introduces ballet and jazz, Tiny Taps adds the basics of tap, and Mini Movers introduces both dance and gymnastics.
Tumbling & Tricks and Dance/Gym classes are part of our Gymnastics program, which focuses on developing the strength required for various tumbling and performance skills.
Our Pilates & Zumba program includes Stott Pilates, Zumba, dance aerobics, as well as S T R E T C H classes for the improvement of health, strength, and fitness level for people of all ages.
In our Dance for Adults program we offer a variety of adult classes from beginner to advanced levels. We pride ourselves in truly catering to all ages and levels of experience.
Although we offer a fun atmosphere, we also boast great success in various levels of ballet examinations through our affiliate the Royal Academy of Dance. In the spring of each year ballet students showing promise are invited to participate in these ballet exams, which can start as young as five years of age and progress through to advanced and professional levels.
Promenade Dance Academy strives to offer you a studio where you can reach your potential, and meet goals in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We look forward to hearing from you and sharing our passion for dance.
About the Director...
Ms. Tobi Leveille has been involved in dance for over 30 years. She studied ballet, tap, jazz, and modern at various schools and with many different teachers in the province. Her keen interest in business combined with her love of teaching dance is what motivated her to open her own studio in 2005.
Prior to starting this new venture, Ms. Tobi taught and choreographed for Royal Dance Conservatory, Sisler High School, Royal Dance at the Forks, and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. In 2003 she received the Royal Academy of Dance Teaching Certification in classical ballet, a standard of teaching that is recognized professionally world-wide. She has prepared students for classical ballet examinations at various ages and levels, including pre-professional and professional certification levels. She has also mentored other student teachers towards certification.
Ms. Tobi has a strong passion for dance and has seen how much of a difference it can make in the quality of her own life, as well as the lives of hundreds of students that have danced with her. She has strongly held beliefs in promoting professionalism, discipline, and effort and is focused on maintaining the family & friendly atmosphere she developed at Promenade Dance Academy. Her motto is "Work hard, have fun"!
Ms. Tobi has been married to her husband for 18 years and they have one 9-year-old daughter.
