PLEASE WELCOME OUR 2009-2010 FACULTY AND CLIENT RELATIONS TEAM (IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER)
Meet our quality trained Faculty of Teachers who share their love of dance with students of all ages and levels. ViBE Faculty Members teach classes according to the unique non-competitive philosophty which focus on fun, achieving the 'Sweat & Smile', and helping dancers achieve their personal best!
Get ready to 'Feel the ViBE'!
ALANA BERGMAN
Dance Teacher & Client Relations Representative
Alana is an enthusiastic and passionate dance teacher whose specialty is Mini Dance and Jazz/Acro. She excelled as an assistant and has now joined the ranks of dance teachers at
ViBE. She is super creative and brings a unique energy to her classes. Alana is excited to share her passion of dance with the little dancers at ViBE this year!
ANGELINA CHAN
Dance Teacher
Angelina is a wonderful dance teacher, assistant, and dancer. She is trained in Jazz, Tap, and Hip Hop. She is a recent graduate of the Radio and Television Program at Ryerson University and now works full time in the industry. Angelina has been with ViBE since its inaugural year and is ecstatic to once again join the roster of teachers for the 2009-2010 dance season!
BRITTANY GREENBERG
Dance Teacher & Senior Assistant
Brittany is a great assistant and dance teacher with initiative and energy. This year she has climbed the ranks to become a teacher at ViBE. She has been dancing for her whole life and she is excited to share her love of dance students at ViBE this year!
BROOKE SOTO
Dance Teacher & Client Relations Representative
Brooke is a passionate individual who looks forward to seeing her students excel. She is a wonderful dancer, assistant, and teacher with an infectious energy and smile! Brooke continues to train and takes her own classes on a weekly basis and performs regularly at charity events, bar/bat mitzvahs and corporate events around the City of Toronto. Brooke looks forward to an exciting and fun-filled year ahead!
CORY GLOWINSKI
Dance Teacher
Cory is in his sixth year of teaching Breakdance at ViBE! He is a great role model and teacher for his students. He loves to share his expertise and enthusiasm of Breakdancing with students of all ages. Cory spent four years breakdancing at Queen’s University, instructing all ages from beginner to advanced levels. Cory is excited to be teaching at ViBE again this year and looks forward to another rocking year!
DANA SMITH
Senior Assistant
Dana is an enthusiastic senior assistant and is an experienced dancer and performer. Trained in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, and Hip Hop, she is now an active dancer at ViBE and continues to take classes and enhance her skills and talents on a weekly basis. Dana is thrilled to have been given this opportunity to share her passion for dance with others and looks forward to an exciting and rewarding year!
DANIELLE LEVINE
Dance Teacher
Danielle has been dancing at ViBE since its inception. She has experience in ballet, jazz, lyrical, pointe, and hip hop. Danielle is currently obtaining a Fine Arts Degree at York University in Dance and a Bachelor of Education. Danielle is excited to join the Faculty of Teachers at ViBE again for the 3rd year in a row! Danielle is super excited for the year ahead!
DANIELLE MILANO
Senior Assistant
Danielle is a talented dancer and assistant. She has extensive training in Acro, Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Lyrical, and Hip Hop. She also continues to train on a weekly basis and loves to perform. This is Danielle’s first year as Faculty and she looks forward to an exciting and enriching year ahead!
DEBBIE BAILIS
Client Relations Representative
Debbie has been part of the ViBE family since the first year in 2002-2003! Debbie is part of ViBE as a Dancer, Dance Teacher, Assistant and this year she is part of the Client Relations Team. We are happy to have her back at ViBE! Debbie is happy to answer any questions that you have about ViBE or studio events, so please visit her at the front desk!
ERIN CHOUSKY
Dance Teacher
Erin is a talented dancer and an enthusiastic dance teacher. She is skilled in Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Lyrical and Hip Hop, and brings a contagious enthusiasm and energy to all her classes. Teaching is part of Erin's very being as she is currently studying in her last year at Ryerson in Early Childhood Education. Erin is excited to teach again at ViBE this year sharing her passion for dance with students of all ages!
FRANCES EYDLIN
Dance Teacher
Dancing has always played a major role in Frances’ life with both recreational and competitive dance experiences. Trained in many different areas of dance, including Acrobatics, Jazz, and Hip Hop, Frances is currently a graduate of York University and pursuing graduate studies. This is Frances’ eighth year at ViBE and she is thrilled to once again join the Faculty of Teachers!
JORDANA RAPUCH
Dance Teacher
Jordana is a passionate dancer and is skilled in all facets of dance. She is an enthusiastic teacher who truly enjoys watching her students excel and grow. Jordana is excited to be part of the ViBE Faculty this year and anticipates a great year ahead! Jordana is delighted to bring her expertise and experience to the Tap classes at ViBE this year!
KARISSA LEE
Dance Teacher
This is Karissa’s fifth year dancing and working at ViBE! She is a passionate, hard working, and energetic dancer and Faculty Member. This year, Karissa is excited to also be a part of the Toronto Raptors Dance Pack performing at home games at the ACC. Trained in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Modern, and Hip Hop, Karissa is excited to be part of the ViBE Faculty this year and looks forward to an exciting year ahead!
KIM SALTI
Dance Teacher
Kim is a talented dancer and dance teacher and a wonderful role model for all dancers at ViBE. She is a well-rounded dancer, skilled in Jazz, Lyrical, Tap, Ballet, and Acrobatics. Kim has been dancing for over two decades and looks forward to continuing to dance throughout life. Kim’s specialty is tap and challenges her dancers week after week! Acquiring Honours B.A in Biochemistry and MBA from McMaster University, Kim works full time and teaches dance on the side! Kim is a seasoned professional who is enthusiastic to teach again at ViBE!
KRYSTYNA BARCI
Senior Assistant
Dancing has always played a major role in Krystyna’s life! She is proficient in many different areas of dance including Acrobatics, Jazz, Lyrical, and Hip Hop. Krystyna is currently finishing her business degree at York University and loves to dance and work with younger aspiring dancers. This is Krystyna’s first year on the ViBE Faculty and she is excited for the year ahead!
LORI JANKELOW
Dance Teacher
ViBE is excited to welcome back Lori to teach Advanced Jazz and Advanced Lyrical classes on the weekly schedule! With over twenty five years of experience in dance, Lori brings a wealth of knowledge and talent to her classes. Lori has danced all over North America and has experience in both the recreational and competitive levels of dance, specifically in Jazz, Lyrical and Ballet. She also works full-time as an Art Director in Advertising and works part-time as a dance teacher. Lori is excited to teach at ViBE again this year and looks forward to seeing her students improve and excel over the year!
MALEKE DUNCAN-REID
Dance Teacher
Maleke is a star breakdancer, breakdance instructor, and national gymnastics champion. He has performed as a stuntman in several movies and industrial events. After forfeiting his dream of going to the Olympics, he turned to breakdancing as his next passion and has not looked back. Maleke is excited and enthusiastic to join the roster of teachers at ViBE for the fourth consecutive year!
MARK KAY
Dance Teacher
Specializing in Jazz, Lyrical and Acrobatics, Mark is well known for his expertise in giving valuable tips for success. He is also a talented dancer, dance teacher, and choreographer. His passion for dance and on stage is felt by everyone. Mark was a gymnast for over thirteen years and now continues to train in jazz, lyrical, contemporary and hip hop. Mark is excited to join the faculty of teachers at ViBE again and looks forward to an electrifying year ahead!
MAX FRUCHTMAN
Dance Teacher
With almost a decade's experience, Max's passion in life is b-boying (break dancing). He is excited about the dance and spreading that enthusiasm to any person interested in learning the art form, no matter their age or gender. He is quite hype, as he would say, to join the faculty at ViBE, for the second year, and bring his unique expertise to the Breaking classes at ViBE this year!
MEAGAN DOERNER
Dance Teacher
Meagan has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all genres of dance! Meagan is a passionate teacher who is excited to share her experience, style and choreography with other talented and proficient dancers. She specializes in Hip Hop and Musical Theatre and is excited for the year ahead at ViBE!
MELANIE TSESLER
Dance Teacher
Melanie is a fun and enthusiastic dance teacher who brings a unique energy to the Jazz/Acro classes. Melanie has over a decade of dance experience in addition to working as an assistant at ViBE and an instructor at community centers. Melanie is excited to share her passion of dance with dancers at ViBE this year!
MELISSA KAY
Dance Teacher & Studio Manager
As a Studio Manager at ViBE, Melissa is here to welcome you when you enter ViBE! She is also in her seventh year of teaching dance at ViBE. She specializes in teaching Jazz, Mini Dance and Acrobatics. Since the age of four, Melissa has studied dance at both the recreational and competitive levels of dance. She is proficient in Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Ballet, Hip Hop, and Lyrical and continues to be an active dancer training and performing on a regular basis. Melissa is thrilled to be teaching at ViBE again and looks forward to another incredible year! If you need to reach Melissa, please email her at melissa@vibestudio.ca
MELISSA MARKUS
Dance Teacher
A wonderful dancer and dance teacher on the roster of the ViBE Faculty, Melissa brings a warm and caring leadership style to her classes. Melissa has over fifteen years of experience in all discipline of dance, as well as working as an assistant, and instructor at community centers and day camps. Melissa brings a contagious energy and enthusiasm to her Lyrical classes and she is excited to once again teach at ViBE this year!
MOR HADAD
Senior Assistant
Mor is an enthusiastic and passionate dancer whose specialty is Mini Dance and Jazz/Acro. She has excelled as an assistant and has now joined the ranks of the ViBE Faculty. Mor is currently studying dance at York University. She is excited to share her passion of dance with the little dancers at ViBE this year!
RACHEL PARKER
Dance Teacher & Senior Assistant
Rachel has been dancing at ViBE since its inception in 2002! Rachel has a lot of experience working with children in dance classes of various ages and genders. She brings an infectious energy to her classes and everyone can tell that she loves to dance. Rachel is excited to be working as a senior assistant and dance teacher at ViBE this year and looks forward to another great year!
REBECCA HOLLANDER
Client Relations Representative
We welcome Rebecca to the Client Relations team. She is happy to answer any questions that you have, so please visit her at the front desk. Rebecca looks forward to an exciting year at ViBE!
RIKKI CIMINSKY
Dance Teacher & Senior Assistant
Rikki is an enthusiastic senior assistant and dance teacher and is an experienced dancer and performer. Rikki fell in love with dance at the age of three and hasn’t stopped since. After dancing competitively for seven years, she is trained in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Hip Hop, and Lyrical. She is now an active dancer at ViBE and continues to take classes and enhance her skills and talents on a weekly basis. Rikki is thrilled to have been given this opportunity to share her passion for dance and looks forward to an exciting and rewarding year! Let's have some FUN!!
ROBYN REISLER
Dance Teacher & Senior Assistant
Robyn excelled as an assistant at ViBE and has now joined the ViBE Faculty as a senior assistant and teacher. She has extensive training in Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Tap, and Hip Hop. She is an enthusiastic teacher who truly enjoys watching her students improve and is thrilled for the year ahead!
SARI ASSARAF
Dance Teacher & Client Relations Representative
Sari has been dancing at ViBE since its inception! She is a passionate, caring, and enthusiastic Faculty Member. She is trained in Jazz, Tap, and Hip Hop. She is a senior assistant and dance teacher at ViBE, who works with Marnie and Rena in their Hip Hop classes. Sari loves to dance and work with kids of all ages and it definitely shows! She is thrilled to be part of the ViBE Faculty this year and looks forward to a fantastic year ahead!
STEFANIE DI COSMO
Dance Teacher
Stefanie has been dancing her entire life in both competitive and recreational dance. She is proficient in Jazz, Acrobatics, Ballet, Tap, Lyrical, and Hip Hop. Stefanie stood out as an assistant at ViBE and then joined the ranks as an experienced and talented teacher, specializing in Acrobatics, Jazz, and Tap. She brings a contagious energy and enthusiasm to all of her classes. Stefanie is eager and excited for another amazing year at ViBE!
SUSAN SCHWARTZ
Editor-In-Chief
Susan is an acclaimed author of four books in education, a professor at the University of Toronto, a former elementary principal and teacher, and she is also the Editor-In-Chief at ViBE! Susan is excited for ViBE’s 8th dance season and looks forward to seeing children, teens, and adults sweating and smiling each class, each week, all year long! If you need to reach Susan, please contact her at susan@vibestudio.ca
TALI IJACK
Studio Manager
As a Studio Manager at ViBE, Tali would like to welcome everyone to the 2009-2010 dance season at ViBE Dance & Fitness Studio! Tali has been on staff at ViBE for five years and is excited for the year ahead! With an extensive background in management, client relations, and administration, she is the friendly face and voice that will answer any of your questions or concerns. She is patient, solution oriented, and dedicated and a wonderful member of the ViBE team. If you need reach Tali, please contact her at tali@vibestudio.ca