Shake it 'till you make it!
Rev up your energy levels and let the music take control at our cardio dance party! If you like Zumba or BollyX, you'll LOVE Cardio Dance Party. From K-Pop to hip-hop, Latin pop to Bollywood, Cardio Dance Party has something for every groove. Let's bust a move!
Location(s):
Goldring Centre for High Performance Sport (100 Devonshire Place, Toronto) - Fitness Studio
Athletic Centre (55 Harbord St., Toronto) - Field House Court 2/3
Eligibility:
Students: U of T students paying incidental fees for the current term can access this program at no additional cost.
Members: Anyone who has a current Sport & Rec membership can access this programming at no additional cost.
Upcoming Schedule Adjustments
Meet your Cardio Dance Party Instructors
Steven C: Steven has over a decade of experience in many dance styles and formats, including hip-hop, street jazz, salsa, and more, but it was not until he started Latin partner dancing that he fell in love with the social nature of dance. When you come to Steven's class, you will get the traditional high energy follow-along dance experience AND some interactive and engaging dance routines to complete your party experience. Building a welcoming community is very important to Steven - he understands that dancing with a group of strangers can be intimidating so he will always try his best to create a space where people can get to know each other and make new friends. Steven is also well connected with the dance community on campus and is happy to be a resource/connector for any students interested in more organized dance opportunities on campus.
Natasha V: Natasha is a medical student with a passion for promoting health and wellness through dance for the community! This is Natasha's fifth year teaching Zumba and Cardio Dance Party!
Danielle M: Danielle's priority is to make moving your body a fun and encouraging experience! She aims for you to leave her classes feeling empowered and strong, all while exercising at a pace that works for you. Joyful movement is at the heart of Danielle's class philosophy and she is here to make sure cardio is not something you dread. Bringing years of experience at U of T, coupled with a Masters of Education, Danielle customizes classes to meet the unique learning needs of her students.
What Happens in this Class
Each class will start with a friendly intro from the instructor, leading into a dynamic warmup.
You'll move through a series of songs and dance-inspired repetitive movements, giving you time to learn and get into your groove.
Music and dance styles from K-Pop, Hip-Hop, Pop, Latin Pop, Bollywood and more!
Every class will finish with light stretching and closing greeting.
Each class is 45-minutes.
Equipment Needed and What to Wear
All equipment will be provided.
No special clothing is required. Wear something you can move comfortably in. Wear comfortable closed-toe and athletic shoes.
Indoor activity.
Class Size and Capacity
GC Fitness Studio - Max. 30 participants
AC Dance Studio - Max. 50 participants
AC Field House - Max. 60 participants
It is recommended to arrive 15 minutes before the start of class to secure a spot. Program staff will be on site to monitor and manage class capacity as needed.
Meet Your CDP Instructors!
NATASHA VERHOEFF
Natasha is a medical student at the University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine with 20 years of experience in diverse dance styles, including ballet, jazz, hip hop, and flamenco. With over five years of experience as a Zumba/Cardio Dance Party instructor, they combine their passion for dance with promoting health and wellness. Their classes are designed to be welcoming, energizing, and fun, catering to participants of all ages and fitness levels.
Steven Cheng
Steven offers a variety of dance classes, including Cardio Dance Party, K-pop, Salsa, and Bachata. Steven's teaching philosophy is centered around creating a fun and positive environment, making dance less intimidating and more enjoyable. In Steven's classes, participants can expect a lot of energy, chaos, and plenty of smiles. For class schedules and updates, you can follow Steven on Instagram at @steven.dances.
Anjana Dattani
Anjana is a Certified Cardio Group Fitness Trainer and Yoga Instructor with experience in Kathak, Salsa, and Contemporary dance. Currently, Anjana teaches Bollywood-Inspired Dance Fitness (BollyX) at the University of Toronto, focusing on developing cardiovascular strength, body awareness, and fun. In addition to this role, Anjana is a professor in Business Design & Creative Thinking for business executives and an instructor in Vedanta Philosophy for kids.
Questions?
Email us at sportandrec@utoronto.ca for additional information.