Specialty dance classes and events in Vancouver with DanZa Productions

Current and Upcoming Class Schedules

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Upcoming DanZa Pro Team Performances

Having just spent the last weekend performing in the first edition of the International Kizomba Festival, in Victoria BC, the DanZa Pro Team is excited to announce two new upcoming performances you don’t want to miss out on.

Be sure to check out footage from performances by following @danzaproductions on Instagram and Facebook.

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Progressive AfroBeats

While Lennora is away… Bison comes out to play!

Join us for Progressive AfroBeats with Bison

When: Every Monday at 8-9pm from April 9th to May 28th (more…)

Classes

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Rates

All Prices are before tax:

New Member Special – $25 for 5-Class DanZa All Access Pass

10 Class Pass – $85 for DanZa All Access, $70 for Dance Classes Only

20 Class Pass – $145 for DanZa All Access, $130 for Dance Classes Only

Monthly Unlimited – $85                      Drop In – $12

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Personalized Wedding Choreography

Want to dazzle your guests on your special day? Learn a choreographed first dance, designed specifically for you and your future spouse by our Co-owner and Choreographer, Tereza Paraschivescu. Choose from a selection of wedding choreography packages, tailored to your needs. (more…)

Studio Rentals

Are you a dance /dance fitness instructor looking for space to have your lessons? We have studio space available for rentals! (more…)

Schools

Specialty Dance Classes for Physical Education (more…)

Performance Groups

Our first official DanZa Caribbean Crew performance, led by co-owner and choreographer Tereza Paraschivescu took place at Second Floor Eatery + Bar on Friday January 12th. (more…)

BHANGRAlicious

A truly exciting collaboration is in the works, between Bhangralicious and the DanZa Productions team — Tereza Paraschivescu, Celina M. V. Whiting and Lennora Esi.
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Celina M Villarroel Whiting

Celina’s dance journey began at the age of 8 with training in Modern dance, which then quickly expanded to include Contemporary, Jazz, Ballet, Street dance, Hip Hop, Salsa, Ballroom, West Coast Swing, Afro fusion and Brazilian Samba. As a talented professional dancer and instructor, her credits include music videos, corporate performances, live shows and dance competitions. (more…)

Clara Ruiz-Larrea Medina

Clara is what we like to call a ball of energy wrapped up in perseverance. A competitive gymnast from the ages of 3 to 18, she has also done ballet for about 8 years to strengthen her technique. However, cheerleading is what won her heart: her team was the first in her team to complete The Cheerleading Worlds, the highest rated cheerleading competition in the world. This aspect of her life has been ongoing for over 4.5 years. (more…)

Marisol Ruiz

Born and raised in Mexico City and being a daughter of a Mexican Fitness Instructor, Marisol’s passion for dance and fitness has been a part of her life, even before she was born. Marisol has a strong dance and fitness background, with over 10 years of experience teaching and performing. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a Minor in Arts in 2007.  (more…)

Elizabeth Leon

Elizabeth Leon is our very own Colombian girl, born to live and breathe music – it literally flows through her body! She has always believed in the importance of staying fit, through eating right and exercising. Combine that with her insatiable passion for dance and fitness and you’ve got one star Zumba® Instructor and Certified CANFITPRO Fitness Instructor Specialist! (more…)

Andrea V

Andrea began her love affair with dance at the age of 10. First, Hip Hop caught her eye but she soon expanded her roster after attending numerous Latin dance and Cardio classes. She fell in love with Zumba® after trying it twice in her home country of Slovakia. Her instructor, Daniela Cesnekova, immediately encouraged her to take the instructor training so she became licensed in January 2011. (more…)

Lennora Esi

Lennora Esi was born in Filderstadt, Germany in 1991. At the age of eleven, she was introduced to the world of musicals and instantly fell in love with the performing arts. Throughout her teenage years, she took singing and piano lessons, starred in musicals and theater plays, all the while taking different dance classes. (more…)

Roslyn

Born in the Philippines, raised in Canada, and trained by Zumba, Roslyn is our suave, energetic, fun, friendly and super talented Zumba Instructor! She loves to travel and experience different cultures through food, Zumba and dance styles, and music around the world. She stays current with the latest Zumba trends, adds her own twists and throws in a few creative surprises. Active in the community through charities and fundraising events, she loves helping out and leading by example. (more…)

Gabriela Rodriguez

Gabriela is a passionate Zumba instructor who loves Salsa and Latin rhythms! Born in Venezuela, she began to love dance at a very young age. But it isn’t until she moved to Canada 4 years ago that she discovered Zumba. That day, rather than feeling overwhelmed by the cardio aspect of the format, she realized how much dance makes her happy and that she no longer wanted to part from it. From that moment on, she decided to become a Zumba instructor. (more…)

Top Reasons to DanZa With Us

We have the jams, you’ll find your groove — the music and rhythms will keep you coming back for more!

Keep fit and stay healthy — get that cardio time in!

Combine your workout and dance party all in one awesome class — sweat and smile at the same time!

Explore new ways of moving your body — yes, everyone can shimmy, pop and lock it!

Jamie Hartwell

Born and raised in Vancouver, Jamie has an extensive dance background which she has been building since the age of 4, when she began taking her first classes. Jamie is well versed in a myriad of different dance styles, including Hip Hop, Ballroom, Jazz, Ballet, and even Chinese dance. As a Licensed Zumba® Instructor, she is thrilled to finally be able to combine her passion for dance and fitness. (more…)

Tereza Paraschivescu

Born in Bucharest, and raised in Freising, Germany, then in Montreal, QC, Tereza has now made Vancouver her official home. Dancing since the age of 5, she used her cultural exposure to diversify her dance background. Starting off in Hip-Hop and Jazz in the heart of Montreal, Tereza was later introduced to the Latin and Caribbean flavours, which remain her all-time favourites. Over the last 15 years, she has taught for various companies such as Little Aces, Du Haut Productions, Danse 1…2…3…, Access Ballroom Studio and Les productions Mélanie Martin (now Quividanse).

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