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About Us

Jake and Ellie form a dynamic duo as a married couple deeply devoted to music and dance. Their love story began on a luxury cruise liner where they performed and travelled the world together. Since the day they met, they've been inseparable, sharing both their lives and the stage, fueled by their mutual passion for the arts. Ellie, harbouring a long-held dream of opening a dance school, found the perfect partner in Jake. Settling in Toronto, they realized it was time to impart their wealth of experiences, expertise, and love for music and dance to the younger generations.

Our Mission

Redefining the Way We Create Artist

Koffman Academy delivers a distinctive educational experience, immersing students in the realms of music and dance within a single, integrated environment. Our institution provides top-tier, structured training in both disciplines.

We aim to inspire individuals of all ages and abilities to unleash their creativity through the expressive mediums of music and dance. Our commitment extends to fostering the physical and mental well-being of both children and adults, enhancing their health, fitness, confidence, and self-esteem.

Dance sisters

Our Journey So Far

2017

KOFFMAN ACADEMY OPENS

Koffman Academy of Music and Dance was founded in January of 2017 when Jake and Ellie fatefully came across a premise for their new project in Bloor West Village. The studio was formerly a dance school for the last 60 years owned by Doreen Hayes (Doreen Hayes School of Dancing), and Ellie and Jake immediately saw a vision when they stepped into the studio for the first time. Our newly renovated premises were home to 2 beautiful dance studios, 4 music rooms, and a cozy waiting area.

2021

RELOCATION

In August 2021, they re-opened their doors after offering online music & dance lessons for the majority of the 2020 season throughout the pandemic. After two weeks of successful classes, their studios suffered significant damage from a fire which started in a restaurant directly above them. They searched around for temporary premises to start their new season and had little luck within the Bloor West area. As they looked further a field and found a beautiful new space in Roncesvalles

2022

KOFFMAN ACADEMY PERFORMANCE TEAM

In 2022, Koffman Academy launched its exciting performance team program, offering students the opportunity to showcase their talents and gain valuable performance experience. This innovative program has provided a platform for dedicated and talented students to collaborate with peers, learn from experienced instructors, and perform in a variety of venues. The performance team has already made a significant impact, participating in local events such as The Roncesvalles Polish Festival, The Taste of the Kingsway, and the Grilled Cheese Festival, as well as competing in various competitions throughout Ontario. Through these experiences, students have had the chance to develop their skills, build confidence, and create lasting memories through the thrill of performing on stage.

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