Debra Burr:

Debra is the President and artistic director of The Dance Exchange. She has over 25 years experience in dance ranging from performer, choreographer and teacher.  Debra is certified to teach by the Dance Masters of America teachers association, as well as by the A.D.A.P.T syllabus.  She prides herself in operating a well disciplined, fun, organized and highly qualified school of dance.  Currently, Debra is completing her B.A. Dance Degree at York University.

 

Sharon Keenan:

 Sharon has enjoyed the art of dance for over 25 years.  She is trained under the R.A.D ballet syllabus and has received her B.F.A in Dance at York University as well as her Dance Diploma from Ryerson Polytechnical Institute.  Sharon has been a member of our full time faculty for the past 10 years and is best known for her warm "motherly" approach to teaching.

Allison Holwell:

 "Our Administrative Bright Light".  Allison has been with The Dance Exchange for the past 10 years and is the friendly voice and smiling face which greets The Dance Exchange family.  She not only has impeccable people skills, Allison also expands her talents to the stage with her costume designs, rhinestoning and painting of costumes.  She is "The Queen of Multi-Tasking" and the warmth that makes a home.

Daniel Dyer:

Recipient of Junior Mr. Can-Dance 1996, Teen Mr. Can-Dance 1998 and senior Mr. Can-Dance 2004.  Dan has spent the past 11 years as a Dance Exchange student, dedicated to the art of dance.  He has enjoyed a very successful competitive career and is currently attending Sheridan College of Applied Arts and Technology.  Upon completion, Dan will receive a diploma in Theatre Arts - Performance which will strengthen his already proven talents.  His choreography is well received by both peers and judges and has been awarded several choreography awards in his new career.
 

Meghan Campbell:

Meghan is the youngest member of our faculty and is our very own home grown dancer.  She has spent the past 10 years displaying her talents as a competitive dancer and an up and coming teacher.  Meghan has received numerous overall high scoring and special dance awards throughout her competitive career, and is the proud recipient of "top honour" marks for her Tap and Jazz A.D.A.P.T exams.

Ashley Pividor:

Ashley comes to us with 20 years of experience as a dancer, teacher, choreographer and adjudicator. Ashley has trained in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop and Lyrical. He spent his young years training with The Dance Exchange and furthered his training at Performing Dance Arts. Ashley has an extensive background in teaching and has received numerous choreography awards both in Canada and United States. Ashley looks forward to sharing his love of dance with the students of The Dance Exchange and we welcome him back HOME!

Amanda Valela:

Amanda has been a student at The Dance Exchange for the past 10 years training in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Modern and Hip-Hop.  She teaches Ballet, Tap, and Jazz to our young recreational students.  Amanda has received "highly commended" marks on her dance exams and has enjoyed enormous success as a competitive dance student.  She is now attending Ryerson University where she is pursuing her degree in Business Management.  We are happy to have Amanda on our staff for another exciting dance year.