Driftwood Dance Academy

Driftwood Dance Academy Driftwood Dance Academy is a professional dance studio in North Vancouver providing quality dance education for students of all ages and levels.

Driftwood offers lessons in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Musical Theatre, AcroDance, Lyrical Jazz, Pointe, Hip Hop, Creative Movement, Parent & Tot and Adult dance and fitness classes as well. Driftwood has three warm and beautiful studio spaces, which serve as a creation, rehearsal and teaching centre for artists and professionals of many disciplines.

10 days later…and still feeling Recital pride!So grateful for these creative humans. 🥰
06/23/2026

10 days later…and still feeling Recital pride!

So grateful for these creative humans. 🥰

📣 We’re so excited to continue our [align • move • create] AMC Summer Intensive faculty announcements with Milaina Chane...
06/17/2026

📣 We’re so excited to continue our [align • move • create] AMC Summer Intensive faculty announcements with Milaina Chanel!

Milaina has been an important part of the Driftwood teaching team, sharing her artistry, mentorship, and passion with our dancers for the past two years.

As she transitions into a new chapter next season as a guest choreographer, we’re so grateful to continue creating with her in this evolving role.

We’re thrilled to have Milaina as part of this summer’s intensive and can’t wait for our dancers to keep learning from her.

☀️ Don’t miss the chance to train with Milaina at the AMC Summer Intensive (Aug 31–Sept 3)! Online registration is open for experienced dancers, ages 9–18.

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💙 MILAINA CHANEL is a Vancouver-based dancer, actress, educator, and fitness instructor. She has been dancing since the age of two and has trained extensively in a range of styles. Her professional work spans film, television, and live performance, with credits including Disney, Nickelodeon, NBC, and CW productions. Milaina has appeared as a lead dancer on The Next Step, as well as in Descendants 3, Monster High 1 & 2, Riverdale, and Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, among many others. She has also performed internationally at events and stages including the Harlem Globetrotters, the Briar Cup, Continental Cup, Sharing Dance, WE Day, BMW’s Cabriolet Gala, and Family Channel’s Big Ticket Summer Concert.

06/09/2026

👀 Another peek behind the scenes from a special Dress Rehearsal day — just four more sleeps until our Season 13 Recitals!

*RHYTHM & JOY*
Saturday, June 13th
12:00pm and 6:00pm

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📣 We’re so excited to continue our [align-move-create] AMC Summer Intensive faculty announcements with Andrea Villanueva...
06/08/2026

📣 We’re so excited to continue our [align-move-create] AMC Summer Intensive faculty announcements with Andrea Villanueva!

This summer, Andrea will be joining us as part of the intensive faculty while also preparing to step into a new role on Driftwood’s full-time teaching team this fall.

Known for her dynamic approach to training, artistry, and mentorship, Andrea brings a thoughtful and inspiring presence to the studio.

We’re thrilled for our dancers to learn from her this summer and even more excited for the season ahead!

☀️ Don’t miss out on the chance train with Andrea at the AMC Summer Intensive (Aug 31 to Sept 3)! Online registration is open for experienced dancers, 9-18yrs.

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💙 ANDREA VILLANUEVA is a versatile performer whose artistic foundation began with a love of dance. She trained at Coast Academy of Dance in British Columbia, where she completed her ISTD Modern Associate Diploma. To further develop her practice as a triple-threat artist, Andrea studied at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts as a Drama major, where she continued training in dance and voice while performing with NYU’s Pulse Dance Club and was inspired by countless Broadway productions. Andrea is excited to share her passion for dance as an educator at Driftwood, with a focus on motivating dancers to grow in confidence, artistry, and potential.

06/03/2026

👀 Another peek behind the scenes from a special Dress Rehearsal day — just ten more sleeps until our Season 13 Recitals!

*RHYTHM & JOY*
Saturday, June 13th
12:00pm and 6:00pm

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📣 We’re so excited to kick off our [align-move-create] AMC Summer Intensive faculty announcements with Harper Drzymala-B...
06/02/2026

📣 We’re so excited to kick off our [align-move-create] AMC Summer Intensive faculty announcements with Harper Drzymala-Bokitch!

A Toronto-based contemporary dance artist, Harper’s practice spans physical exploration, choreography, filmmaking, and teaching.

A proud Driftwood alum, Harper returns to the studio this summer to share her artistry with our dancers!

We can’t wait to welcome her home.

☀️ Don’t miss out on the chance train with Harper at the AMC Summer Intensive (Aug 31 to Sept 3)! Online registration is open for experienced dancers, 9-18yrs.

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💙 HARPER DRZYMALA-BOKITCH is a Toronto-based contemporary dance artist whose methods of exploration include physical interpretation, choreography, filmmaking, and teaching. Harper is a graduate of Dance Arts Institute (2025), where she trained extensively in contemporary techniques, honed production and design skills to support her craft, and was awarded the Kathryn Ash Scholarship and the Award for Leadership in Artistic Collaboration. She has also spent time training in Seattle (Whim W’Him’s Spring intensive), Vancouver (Dance//Novella’s Summer Intensive) and New York (Gibney Education’s Summer Study). Harper strives to always lead with her values: bravery, compassion, optimism, and dedication.

06/02/2026

👀 A peek behind the scenes from Dress Rehearsal —The excitement is strong and we’re counting down the days until our Season 13 Recitals!

*RHYTHM & JOY*
Saturday, June 13th
12:00pm and 6:00pm

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🌈 It’s Rainbow Spirit Week: Monday, June 1st to Saturday, June 6th!❤️ Dancers are invited to show their rainbow spirit b...
06/01/2026

🌈 It’s Rainbow Spirit Week: Monday, June 1st to Saturday, June 6th!

❤️ Dancers are invited to show their rainbow spirit by wearing their most colourful dance gear to classes.

🧡 Driftwood Dance Academy is dedicated to being a safe and supportive space for all dancers and families.

💛 To all our LGBTQIA2S+ students, parents, teachers and community at large - we see you and we love you, always!

💚 As we move forward on the road to our *Rhythm & Joy Recitals*, let’s have some fun together in ROYGBIV Fashion :)

>> Proper footwear and hair are still required.
>> All black attire is required for auditions.

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Also This Week: PERFORMING COMPANY AUDITIONS! Part-time and full-time program options for dancers between the ages of 6-18. Full details linked in bio.

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• Season 13 Year-End Snapshot •

💙 JUNE 1-6: RAINBOW SPIRIT WEEK
💜 JUNE 8: LAST DAY OF CLASSES
💗 JUNE 9-11: MAKE-UP CLASSES
🌟 JUNE 13: RECITAL SHOW DAY!

To our graduating dancers… 🤍✨It’s hard to put into words what you mean to this studio. You’ve grown up in these spaces, ...
05/29/2026

To our graduating dancers… 🤍✨

It’s hard to put into words what you mean to this studio. You’ve grown up in these spaces, shaped them, and left your mark in ways that will last long after this season.

You’ve led with heart, supported those around you, and set the standard for what it means to be not just strong dancers, but incredible people. The younger dancers look up to you for a reason.

As you step into what’s next, know that this will always be home. We are endlessly proud of the dancers you’ve become and the humans you are.

This isn’t just a goodbye — it’s a celebration of everything you’ve been and everything you’re about to be. 💫

✨Company Auditions Next Week!We’re looking for passionate, committed dancers who love to perform, are excited to challen...
05/28/2026

✨Company Auditions Next Week!

We’re looking for passionate, committed dancers who love to perform, are excited to challenge themselves artistically and be part of a positive team environment.

📅 Auditions: June 1–4, 2026
📍 Driftwood Dance Academy
💻 Registration is now open

Whether your dancer is interested in exploring Company for the first time or continuing their journey with us, we can’t wait to see them in the studio.

Let’s make Season 14 unforgettable.

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to complete the pre-audition questionnaire + registration!

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205/1819 Capilano Road
North Vancouver, BC
V7P3B5

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Monday 1pm - 9pm
Tuesday 1pm - 9pm
Wednesday 1pm - 9pm
Thursday 1pm - 9pm
Friday 1am - 7:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 3:30pm

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