You don’t need permission to call yourself a dancer…

LANGLEY’S LEADING ADULT DANCE STUDIO

you just need a space that sees you as one from day one.

Reframing dance and who it’s for

Nikita Lafreniere built Hustle & Flow Dance in 2021 to create a space for people from all backgrounds, shapes, and sizes to take up space and dance to their heart’s content.

Growing up, Nikita felt that she was never the "right size" to be a "real dancer." Back then, dancers had to have a certain look (*cough* be thin *cough*). She spent years believing she wasn't enough, worried about the way her clothes fit and what others would think of her when she tried something new in class. 

But she saw the power of dance—how it brought people together and how confident she felt when she moved with strength and ease.

So, after 18 years of dancing & performing, Nikita created a space with 2 key rules: she’s not allowed to judge herself and no one else is allowed to judge her…

A space that has welcomed people from all walks of life, and continues to help people grow in confidence as they dance—translating that confidence into their everyday life.

Let’s stop playing small & take up space

At Hustle & Flow, we ask our dancers to move with these in mind:

Don’t judge yourself

This is your time to explore, grow, and enjoy movement. As hard as it may be, forget about how you look and focus on how you feel. Perfection isn't the goal— freedom is.

Don’t judge others

Give others the same grace you give yourself. Just as you're here to feel strong, confident, and have fun, so is everyone else.

Have fun!

We don't take ourselves too seriously, and neither should you. Dance is about joy, expression, and feeling good!

Where you’re seen as a person first, dancer second.

We’ve helped 600+ people fall in love with the version of themselves they’re becoming—through the art of dance…

Whether you’ve been dancing your whole life or looking to try dance for the first time as an adult.

We help you…

Learn new skills, without judgment.

Move at your pace. Every class was designed with you in mind—at today’s level of training & confidence. No judgment.

Move with freedom & safety.

Never feel like you’re stretched past your physical safety. Each class includes a full warm-up, teaching portion and review of foundational technique and movements.

Strut in and out of class with confidence.

Build skills, learn choreography, and have fun! You’ll not only look great in your TikTok and Instagram videos—you’ll feel confident knowing you’re mastering a skill in a safe environment.

“Such a positive community of dancers.”

I can't gush enough about what an amazing experience it is to dance with the people here and how good it will make you feel.

— MOMO

Meet the Hustle & Flow Dance instructors

Nikita Lafreniere

PROGRAM DIRECTOR | FOUNDER & CEO

With over 25 years of dance and performance experience, Nikita has guided adults with zero dance experience, former "studio kids" returning to the studio after years away, men trying dance for the first time, women in their 60s crossing "dance class" off their bucket list, and experienced dancers ready to take steps toward making dance their job and not just their hobby—by helping them discover their most confident selves and building their dance knowledge.

Nikita’s idea of rest is reading anything and everything, spending time with her family, working out, or recharging with her favourite people.

  • Courtney Glover

    ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
    HEELS TEACHER

    Courtney needs a sweet treat to function daily. During the day she's selling books living the rom com dream. When she's not bookworming she's the admin, assistant director, show writer, and intermediate prep heels teacher at Hustle & Flow. Her goal is for everyone to take up space and see just how magical they are.

  • Heather McKerchar

    LEAD CHOREOGRAPHER (RENEGADES)
    HEELS TEACHER
    SASSY SNEAKERS TEACHER

    Heather is fueled by lattes and a love for all things laughter and fun! She teaches intermediate level heels and sneakers classes as well as is the head choreographer for Hustle & Flow's advanced heels program Renegades! She loves to see her dancers grow stronger in their dancing and learning how to dance for the person who matters most - themselves!

  • Jenna Faykosh

    HEELS TEACHER
    BALLET TEACHER

    Jenna has always found joy in dancing and strives to share this joy with others in both her Ballet and Heels classes. She hopes that our dancers will feel like they’re coming home, even if it’s their first time stepping into the studio. When she’s not dancing, you can probably find Jenna living her best life at a concert, sipping matcha at a cute cafe, or adventuring the great outdoors with her dog!

  • Jessica Healy

    HEELS TEACHER
    CONTEMPORARY TEACHER

    Jessica is fueled by iced matcha , creativity, and a love for all things dance. She teaches heels and contemporary at Hustle & Flow, blending artistry and confidence into every class. When she’s not in the studio, she’s bringing dream weddings to life as a coordinator, always finding new ways to celebrate love, laughter, and a little bit of sparkle.

  • Natasha Penner

    HEELS TEACHER
    CONTEMPORARY TEACHER

    Natasha is very passionate about cooking in her free time. She’s always looking for new recipes and giving them her own creative flare. When she’s not in the kitchen, she teaches heels and contemporary classes at Hustle and Flow. Her passion and creativity she uses to create new flavours in the kitchen, are synonymous with what she brings to the program!

  • Nicole Narwal

    HEELS TEACHER
    CONTEMPORARY TEACHER

    Nicole is passionate about all things dance and travel. When she’s not on an adventure with her dog and family, she’s in the studio – always brewing up creative ways to help our team and students dance & feel their best.

  • Nyah Walker

    HIP HOP TEACHER

    Nyah is a queer non-binary dance artist who is currently specializing in the street dance realm of hip hop, popping, breaking, w*acking, and krump. When they’re not at a battle or spending their ounce of free time playing Terraria, they’re teaching hip hop foundations and choreography at Hustle and Flow Dance! Nyah is eager to share and exchange knowledge with their students and will always keep the main focus of their class on feeling good and having a good time. After all, hip hop is all about peace, love, unity, and having FUN! 

  • Sammy Shikaze

    HEELS TEACHER
    SASSY SNEAKERS TEACHER

    Sammy is always chasing new adventures, whether that’s traveling to new places, getting lost in a comic book, or practicing spins on the ice. In the studio, she teaches Sassy Sneakers and Heels and loves helping dancers feel empowered, confident, and unstoppable with every step!

  • Sandra Kirk

    HEELS TEACHER
    SASSY SNEAKERS TEACHER
    CONTEMPORARY TEACHER

    Sandra is a sci-fi girly who will never say no to a star wars rewatch. She cherishes family, friendships, dance, great coffee and believes life is a lot better with some silliness! You can catch Sandra teaching Intermediate Heels - always bringing loads of positive energy and good vibes to the space. Never a dull moment!

  • Tianna Cain

    HEELS TEACHER
    HIP HOP TEACHER
    SASSY SNEAKERS TEACHER

    Tianna is passionate about helping people feel good - whether it's in the studio or out of it, she is here to be your biggest supporter and hype person. 

FIND THE PERFECT ADULT DANCE CLASS

Ready to feel like your most confident self in and out of the studio?

  • Drop-in Class

    Perfect for dancers looking to try a class out or those who can’t commit to a progressive program right now, these sessions help you gain confidence and strength while learning fun choreography.

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  • Workshops

    These one-off classes are a fun way to showcase a particular dance style, theme, or guest choreographer! Past workshops have included dancehall, burlesque, strip tease, and heels dance 101. 

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  • Mini-Series Class

    Designed for people ready to create a community with the same dancers each week but not looking to perform on stage, these classes give you time to grow by building on what you learned the previous week.

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  • Intensives

    Do you want to explore topics like freestyle, solo camera work, or character work? These classes are for you if you’re looking to deep-dive on a specific area of dance and grow your skillset! 

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  • Private Dance Lessons

    Ready to reach your own personal dance goals?

    Book a private lesson to accelerate your growth and have instruction tailored 100% to you.

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  • Performance & Training Program

    Ready to be in the spotlight and shine on stage? These 10-week programs help you to transform and grow into a strong and confident dancer and performer. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a pre-professional dancer, we have a spot for you! This program is offered every fall and spring.

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  • Private Parties

    Have a group of 4 or more people? Want to create a memorable experience for bachelorette parties or simply a FUN girls’ night out?

    Our private dance parties may be for you.

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