The Vancouver Academy of Dance (VAD) offers quality training in multi-disciplines from Ballet to Bre All dancers from pre-school age up to adult are welcome.
The Vancouver Academy of Dance (VAD) has been Richmond’s premier dance school for over 27 years. Our world-class instructors offer a multi-disciplinary curriculum including ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, musical theatre, tap, ballroom and acrobatics. We also teach traditional Chinese Dance, for which we are internationally acclaimed. VAD was founded to inspire creativity, develop potential, promo
07/16/2026
Sign up now for our August Pop-Up Classes and join us for some fun, learning, and great vibes. Available for all ages.
Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!
August 4 - Musical Theatre
August 11 - Tap
August 16 - Latin Ballroom
07/14/2026
🎭 Musical Theatre Pop-Up Workshop 🎭
Whether you love Broadway or simply want to try something new, this workshop is for you! Join guest teacher Diana Corina for a fun, high-energy introduction to musical theatre.
📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Vancouver Academy of Dance
✨ Spaces are limited — register today!
🔗 Register here: https://am.lol/p/2wgIhVw
07/06/2026
✨ Congratulations to Izzi S on representing VAD at Velocity Nationals in Las Vegas as an MVA recipient! 🌟
What an incredible week of learning, inspiration, and unforgettable experiences with an amazing faculty and talented dancers. We are so proud of you, Izzi, and can’t wait to see all you’ve gained from this opportunity. 💕
07/06/2026
🎉 Congratulations, Miuccia!🌟
What an incredible achievement! 🎉Congratulations on receiving a Dance Major Scholarship to Montclair State University at The Dance Awards in Las Vegas! 🎓👏🏻✨🌹
06/30/2026
✨Join us for our Becoming 2026 Year End Show Watch Party!✨
Come celebrate an incredible season with your VAD family as we relive the memories, enjoy the performances together, and recognize all the hard work, growth, and achievements from this past year. 💜
📅 Saturday, August 8
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 VAD Studio 3
All VAD students, teachers, and backstage helpers are warmly invited!
🍕 Pizza, refreshments, and wonderful company await. Please RSVP using the QR code on the poster.
We can’t wait to celebrate another unforgettable season with you! 💜✨
06/29/2026
💃 Discover the excitement of Latin ballroom this summer! ☀️
Join professional ballroom dancer Natali Filianova as you learn the fundamentals of Latin ballroom in a fun, welcoming environment. Perfect for beginners or dancers looking to build confidence and prepare for future conventions.
✨ Register today and give ballroom a try!
06/25/2026
🔥 Move. Groove. Level Up. 🔥
Join us every Sunday, July 11 – August 16 for an exciting summer of hip hop with internationally acclaimed instructor Sevrin “Sevi” Emnacen-Boyd.
🟡 Lil’ Groove Crew (Ages 6–10)
🔶 Hip Hop Youth/Teen (Ages 10+)
🔴 Red Dragonz Crew (Prior experience required)
Train, grow, and have fun this summer!
📍 Vancouver Academy of Dance
📞 (604) 231-8293
📧 [email protected]
06/24/2026
Congratulations to all of the students who recently completed their Royal Academy of Dance examinations! 🩰✨
We are proud of each candidate for embracing the challenge, working toward a goal, and striving to achieve their personal best.
Thank you to our parents for their continued support and to our dedicated ballet faculty for their care, expertise, and encouragement throughout the process.
Bravo to everyone on this wonderful achievement ✨✨✨
06/23/2026
🩰✨ Day 1 of Royal Academy of Dance exams complete!
Congratulations to all our dancers on a wonderful first day! Your hard work, dedication, and passion are shining through. 🌟
06/22/2026
Happy Father’s Day! 💙
| Tuesday | 3pm - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 3pm - 8pm |
| Thursday | 3pm - 8pm |
| Friday | 3pm - 8pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9:30am - 5pm |