Dance Classes
I am a passionate dance and fitness instructor with experience teaching children, teens, and adults in a wide range of styles. I have been actively involved in the dance world since the age of two, and I began teaching in 2009. Since then, I’ve taught intermittently over the years, building a well-rounded background in both dance technique and group fitness instruction.
My teaching experience includes children’s dance classes, adult dance and fitness classes, and traditional dance disciplines such as ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, breakdancing and hip hop, as well as adult fitness & dance fitness, including aerial pole fitness. I strive to create classes that are welcoming, encouraging, and confidence-building, while still offering quality instruction and thoughtful movement. Most importantly, I strive to make the classes FUN!
I am a licensed CanFitPro Fitness Instructor Specialist , Children’s Fitness Instructor Specialist and carry fitness & dance instructor insurance, ensuring a safe & professional environment for all participants.
Currently, I offer children’s ballet, children’s hip hop, and virtual adult dance fitness classes. Details for each class offering and location can be found below:
Virtual Adult Dance
Fitness Classes
Tuesdays 6-6:45pm ast / 5-5:45pm est
“DanceFit & Flow” Class
March 24th-April 28th
If you want to move your body more but feel too intimidated/unmotivated to try a gym or fitness class at the moment — this space was made for you. No Experience Required!
This 45-minute virtual class is made for adults who:
• Feel motivated by music
• Might feel awkward in traditional workout settings
• Might be starting (or restarting) their movement journey
• Want something that feels fun, supportive, and low-pressure
Each class includes:
• Gentle dance-based cardio
• Beginner-friendly strength work (optional light weights i.e. soup cans, no fancy equipment required)
• Slow, guided stretching to help you wind down
You can keep your camera on or off.
Take breaks anytime.
Move at your own pace.
All movements are demonstrated with advanced and beginner options, and there is no expectation to “keep up” — this is not a performance class.
Tuesdays 7-7:45pm ast / 6-6:45 est
“Barre Fit” Class
March 24th-April 28th
If you’ve ever been curious about dipping your toes into ballet, or are just looking to improve your posture and balance - this space was made for you. No Experience Required!
This 45-minute virtual class will help you with:
• Hip strength
• Balance
• Posture
• Pelvic floor engagement
• Joint mobility
We’ll use simple ballet-inspired exercises at a ballet barre (a chair or kitchen counter work excellent) to build stability and control in a safe, supportive way.
Each class includes:
• A gentle warm-up
• Beginner-friendly barre exercises
• Guided cool-down stretches
All you need is:
• A sturdy chair or countertop
• A yoga mat or blanket for floor stretches
(Floor stretches are optional - classes will be catered to all levels of mobility needs)
No experience needed. No fitness level required.
Camera can be on or off during the class. Starting Tuesday March 24th for 6 weeks. You can register for the full term or on a drop-In basis. Last class will be April 28th.
CLASSES WILL BE RECORDED on a separate device so that participates who join live will not be recorded. This way, if you miss class, you can watch the re-run! Re-runs will be available for viewing during the 6 week term, plus an extra 2 weeks so you have time to catch up.
Sliding Scale Pricing:
$50-$90 for the full 6 week term or…
$10-$15 per drop in
Choose the rate that feels financially accessible to you.
Please e-mail me to start registration:
recreationaldancecharlee@gmail.com
OR fill out the form below!
Zoom link will be provided after registration
in person dance classes
Port Hawkesbury:
Hip Hop & Ballet Classes
Classes will be held at The Civic Centre in 6 weeks sessions seasonally.
Please visit the Civic Centre Recreation Flyer for more information on the next upcoming dance term.
https://townofporthawkesbury.ca/residents/recreation-aquatics/
All Ages
love for charlee
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"Charlee is an exceptional dance teacher. She has an energy the kids just vibe with and they learn so much. Charlee is an amazing role model for my daughter who also loves listening to her music. "
Emily Rankin - Dance Parent, Port Hood
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"Our family has been so grateful for the deep passion Charlee has for her inspiration to teach dance to our two eager daughters. Especially in rural Cape Breton, these unique experiences are not always available consistently, so we appreciate her willingness to bring these skills to our little communities. Charlee's ability to engage a large group of kiddos is a rare skill all on its own, not to mention her gentle, yet fun demeanor that has every student feeling seen, heard and understood. Charlee naturally offers a wide range of dance techniques to a large range of dancers. Not only is she willing to step outside the box and create new experiences, but she is open to loving feedback and collaborating with her community members. Thank you Charlee for everything you are. You are such a rare gift to this beautiful island."
The Roche Family, Grand Étang
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"Charlee is a phenomenal person and dance teacher. She meets kiddos where they are at and creates an inclusive, fun, and creative environment for all of her young learners. The joy that radiates from Charlee as she teaches is pure and any kid would be lucky to experience a dance class or workshop with her!"
Steph MacNamara - Dance Parent, Margaree