Toronto Dating Hub + Steps Dance - Valentine's Day Dance Social for Singles
Event Information
About this Event
Toronto Dating Hub has partnered with Steps Dance Studio to host a free virtual Valentine's Day Social for singles - hoping to provide something fun amidst the pandemic and social distancing rules! Come learn some Bachata - sexy latin dance moves and meet other GTA singles.
Join our 1.5-2 hr event to meet other Toronto singles virtually and also take a mini Bachata dance class together (30 min)!
The lesson is great for beginners but suitable for all levels / genders! No previous experience required.
You don't need a dance partner for this class. Bachata shines aka footwork combo can still be very sexy/suave! Check out these recent videos from Steps & Angelo our instructor, so you get an idea:
- Sample Bachata combo tutorial
- Simple Bachata shines
- Bachata footwork
- Bachata partner work - at home - dancing daily
BONUS: All attendees (who have never attended a Steps class except the free trial) are eligible to purchase a 2 month unlimited membership pass for only $50. Usually the pass only gets you your first month for $50 - but now you get it extended by another month!
FAQ’s:
Who should join? What if I've never danced or taken lessons?
Come if you're single in Toronto/GTA aged 25-40 who are interested in Latin dance or looking for something new & fun to do, while making new social connections
The dance portion is only 30 min and is perfect for all levels.
So is this a virtual speed dating event? How does it work?
- No this isn't your typical speed dating event. Think of it as a fun dance class you are taking with other singles like you.
- Sign up for the class and we'll email you a link to the virtual event 1 day before.
- During the event: We'll do an intro & icebreaker to warm up and then do a short dance lesson. Yes, cameras ON!
- Throughout the class with the activities and thanks to our laptops - you'll get to see who's in the class and who you may want to connect with more.
- Tell us who you'd like to talk to more outside of the event via a quick form.
- We'll send you your match(es) by email within 3-4 days.
- The class will be a great conversation starter with your matches!
- Have fun connecting!
More FAQs
What do I need?
- A laptop + working camera (smartphone will NOT have the full experience)
- Steady internet connection
- Zoom installed on your laptop beforehand
- Flat, comfortable surface
- Room to move
- Apparel - be comfy enough you can dance, but presentable - like you're going on a social with a dance floor!
- Have a drink or two handy for the lesson & mingling after- whether that's water or a cocktail - or both!
Pricing:
Our events and dance classes aren't usually free but we wanted to give back to the singles & dance community so be sure to sign up while quantities last.
Why is there a cap on attendance?
For the best experience and a chance to "virtually meet" everyone - we need to make this a more intimate group setting. Please do not sign up and take up a spot if you don't think you'll make it. And we do our best to have a balanced gender split at the event.
About Steps Dance Studio
Steps Dance Studio was founded almost 20 years ago by Jennifer Aucoin. Since the early 2000's, it has been a home to many Toronto dancers, performers, instructors and competitors, and a growing community that celebrates the love of dance. Since the pandemic hit, Steps has been offering over 20 virtual dance classes per week, keeping the community together and dancing together, even while we're apart.
Angelo De Torres
Artistic Director, Instructor & Performer
As a co-owner of Steps Dance Studio, Angelo is a full-time instructor, choreographer and performer. He is currently managing all of the Steps performance teams, and is choreographing for couples as well as competitors.
Angelo is a professional competitor having won the Canada Salsa and Bachata Congress as well as the Chim Pum Callao Salsa Congress in the professional Bachata division. He also coaches and competes in Pro-Am showcase and heated divisions at local and international Congresses.
He has trained with multiple world-renowned artists, and has taught and performed in events all around the world. His love for Latin dance is reflected in his teaching technique. He is truly passionate about sharing his knowledge and in return seeing growth and advancement in his students.
Some dance videos:
