Studio News

BBS Partners with Meridian Hall! 🩰✨

xciting news! Bayview School of Ballet is thrilled to announce that selected master classes, choreography sessions, and more will now take place in the beautiful 2,500-square-foot rehearsal space within the Meridian Hall building!

Le Petit Chaperon Rouge Tickets!

Bayview School of Ballet proudly presents Le Petit Chaperon Rouge — premiering June 17, 2025, at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts!

Mark your calendars for this magical performance, choreographed by Galina Chapovalova. Inspired by the beloved tale of Little Red Riding Hood, this enchanting ballet follows her whimsical journey through the forest and the unforgettable characters she encounters.

Tickets go on sale May 1st — don’t miss your chance to experience the magic!

Morning Adult Ballet Classes!

Start your day with grace and strength!
Join our Morning Adult Ballet Classes with Olga Posternak of Kyiv City Ballet this fall!
Tuesdays & Thursdays — multiple time slots available.
Enrollment for 2025–26 is now open!

Themed Ballet Summer Camp ☀️

Join the fun at Bayview School of Ballet’s Summer Camp, running August 11–15 for ages 5–9! A week of dance, creativity, and summer memories awaits. Visit our website to register today!

Elevate Your Dance Technique This Summer

From August 4 – August 28, dancers ages 9 and up are invited to take their training to the next level with our Summer Intensive Program.

Build technique, artistry, and confidence in a focused and supportive environment led by our experienced faculty.

Spots are limited — enroll today by our programs page!

2025 Bella Kovarsky Scholarship Winner

We are incredibly proud to announce that Vincy Lam has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the 2024–25 Bella Kovarsky Scholarship at Bayview School of Ballet.

This distinguished award celebrates Vincy’s exceptional dedication, technical achievement, and unwavering passion for the art of dance. Congratulations, Vincy—your hard work and artistry continue to inspire our entire community.

✨ Student Spotlight Julia Chin✨

Congratulations to Julia Chin on her incredible achievements! She has been accepted into multiple Joffrey Ballet School summer intensives across North America and Europe and has been invited to compete at the UBC Grand Prix Finals in Chicago this summer. We are so proud of you!

✨ Student Spotlight Vincy Lam ✨

Congratulations to Vincy Lam on her acceptance into multiple Joffrey Ballet School summer intensives across North America and Europe! Your talent and dedication continue to shine, and we are so proud of you!

Candance Dance Competition Day 3!

Another incredible day for our Bayview School of Ballet dancers at Candance!

✨ Anastasia – Diamond Award (Ballet) & 7th Overall in the Teen/Senior solo division

Congratulations on this amazing achievement!

Candance Dance Competition Day 2!

Another amazing day for our Bayview School of Ballet dancers at Candance!

✨ Ellyott – 3rd in her category (12 yrs Contemporary), 11th Overall in the Junior Division, 10th Runner-Up for Junior Title
✨ Leah – High Platinum (Ballet & Contemporary)

Congratulations to both dancers on their incredible achievements!

Candance Dance Competition Day 1!

Congratulations to our Bayview School of Ballet dancers on an incredible first day at the Candance Competition!

✨ Julia – Diamond (Ballet) & High Platinum (Contemporary)
✨ Vincy – High Platinum (Ballet & Contemporary)
✨ Alisa – Diamond (Contemporary), Special Award for “Seamless Transitions”, & top 4 (Contemporary)

We are so proud of your hard work and artistry!

Competitive Division Auditions

Rise to the Challenge – Bayview School of Ballet’s Competitive Division is holding auditions for advanced ballet and contemporary dancers. Train with excellence and push your limits.

💖 Valentine’s Day Giveaway! 💖

Love is in the air, and we’re giving YOU a chance to win 2 tickets to The Greatest Love of Dance: A Night with the Stars on February 15th!

Visit our Instagram for details.

BSB Student Spotlight ✨

Congratulations to Julia Chin on being accepted into the John Cranko School Summer Intensive at both their New York and Connecticut locations! 🎉 We are so proud of her dedication and hard work, and we can’t wait to see her continue to grow and shine. Bravo, Julia! 🌟👏

CNTV 12th Chinese New Year Gala!

We’re so proud of our talented Bayview School of Ballet students for performing at the CNTV 12th Chinese New Year Gala on January 25, 2025! 🌸🎉 Their dedication and artistry lit up the stage, making the celebration truly unforgettable. ✨

Proud to Be North York’s Best Dance School!

Bayview School of Ballet is proud to announce that we’ve been awarded the Canadian Choice Award for Best Dance School in North York! 🏆✨ This recognition reflects the dedication of our students, the passion of our instructors, and the unwavering support of our community. Thank you for making this possible!

Here’s to a bright and graceful start to 2025!

To our incredible Bayview School of Ballet students, may this year bring you strength, creativity, and boundless growth both on and off the stage. Keep reaching for your dreams, one leap at a time. The stage is yours—make it unforgettable!

Proud Moments at the Mayor’s Evening for the Arts

Reminiscing on an unforgettable night at the Mayor’s Evening for the Arts, presented by the Toronto Arts Foundation. We couldn’t be prouder of our students, Julia Chin and Vincy Lam, who took the stage at The Carlu to share their passion for dance and the profound impact it has had on their lives. What an inspiring moment for the Bayview School of Ballet community!

Master Class with Koto Ishihara!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of ballet with Koto Ishihara, Principal Dancer of the National Ballet of Canada! Two exclusive master classes on December 6:

✨ 7:30 PM - Adult Intermediate
✨ 8:30 PM - Adult Beginner Pointe

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the most accomplished artists in ballet. Reserve your spot today! 🩰

✨Bring a Friend to Ballet Day is here!✨

Monday to Thursday (Dec 2-5), ages 8+ can share the joy of dance with their besties. Twirl, leap, and laugh together in the studio—because ballet is even better with friends! 🩰💖

Tag your ballet buddy and join the fun!

The Greatest Love of Dance: A Night with the Stars

Prepare for an unforgettable evening! Tickets for The Greatest Love of Dance: A Night with the Stars will be available starting next Monday the 25th at 1PM! Don’t miss this exceptional event, showcasing artists from globally acclaimed dance companies.

📍 Meridian Arts Centre, 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto
📅 February 15, 2025
🎨 Pre-show art exhibit by Anya Romanenko at 6 PM
🕖 Performance begins at 7 PM

Mark your calendars!

Speakers at the Mayor’s Evening for the Arts!

We are so proud of Julia Chin and Vincy Lam, who have been selected to represent Bayview School of Ballet as speakers at the Mayor’s Evening for the Arts! Presented by the Toronto Arts Foundation, this event celebrates the transformative power of the arts. Julia and Vincy will be sharing their passion for dance and the impact it has had on their lives. What an incredible honour!

📅 Date: November 20th
📍 Location: The Carlu - 444 Yonge St. #7, Toronto

Nominee in the ‘Dance Studio in North York’

We are thrilled and honoured to be recognized as an official nominee in the ‘Dance Studio in North York’ category! Thank you for your continued support — we are proud to be counted among the best in Canada.

Exciting Opportunity!

We’re thrilled to announce auditions for our Pre-Professional Division for the 2025-26 season. This year, we are offering three prestigious scholarships, totaling 14 hours of weekly training, valued at $15,000 each!

Auditions will be held on Mondays from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm and Fridays from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, running until June 2025. Join us to bridge the gap between student and dancer, elevating your training and reaching new heights!

Nutcracker Tickets on Sale!

Don’t miss out! Tickets for Bayview School of Ballet’s magical performance of “The Nutcracker” on December 19th at 7pm, at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts are on sale now. Grab yours today through the link on our homepage!