Dynamic Dance Arts

Cassandra Pecchia is a passionate dance educator, mentor, and co-owner of Dynamic Dance Arts. Her love of dance began at the age of four with her first Tap class, and by the age of eight she was competing locally and internationally, earning top awards at competitions across North America.

Cassandra trained extensively in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Modern, Lyrical, and Musical Theatre. She attended the Etobicoke School of the Arts as a Dance major, studying Cecchetti Ballet and Modern dance. During her university years, Cassandra began teaching dancers ages two to eighteen and worked with the City of Toronto as a Head Dance Camp Counsellor.

Cassandra continued her education by earning a Bachelor of Education in the Primary/Junior divisions, combining her passion for dance with her love of teaching and working with children.

In 2013, Cassandra co-founded Dynamic Dance Arts with her cousin, Shannen Clark. Together, they have built a studio focused on creating a positive, encouraging environment where dancers can develop their skills, confidence, and passion for dance. As an educator, Cassandra is dedicated to inspiring dancers of all ages and helping each student discover the joy, confidence, and lifelong love of dance that first inspired her.

Adriana Cecatini is a dance educator (recreational and competitive), performer, and choreographer based in Toronto, Ontario. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) in Dance at York University, specializing in Performance and Choreography. Adriana is a certified Associate Teacher with The Society of Classical Ballet (Vaganova Method) and holds Acrobatic Arts Certifications in Module One, Aerial and Back Handspring, and Module Two, which she completed with Distinction.

Adriana began dancing at the age of four at The Woodbridge School of Dance, where she graduated from the Advanced Pre-Professional Program. She has trained extensively in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Acrobatics, Musical Theatre, Contemporary, and Modern. Her Ballet education includes both the Cecchetti and Vaganova methods. She successfully completed The Society of Classical Ballet Major Level examinations (Vaganova Method). During her training, she also participated in The Woodbridge School of Dance’s Teaching Assistant Program. Adriana has trained under distinguished dance educators, including but not limited to Gilly Chaplin, Desirée Champion, Nancy Greyeyes, Sonia Franco de Batres, Chan Hon Goh, Sharon Lindsay, George Absi, and Catherine Glasser. 

As a performer, Adriana has danced in numerous Classical Ballet productions, including Études, Swan Lake, Les Sylphides (as a soloist), and Who Cares. She is also a professional performer with TDC Entertainment, where she showcases her versatility across multiple styles of dance. As a choreographer, Adriana has created and performed original works for The Woodbridge School of Dance’s Choreographic Workshop, as well as York University’s third and fourth year dance show. 

Adriana actively participates in The Society of Classical Ballet (Vaganova Method) seminars as part of her ongoing commitment to excellence in Ballet education. She currently teaches dancers of all ages throughout the Greater Toronto Area, with a focus on technical excellence, disciplined training, and artistry. 

Alysis Davis is a Toronto-based dance educator, performer, and emerging choreographer. Introduced to dance at Canada’s National Ballet School, she moved on to Toronto’s competitive scene and later joined DancEast’s Youth Performance Company in Moncton, NB. Alysis holds a BFA in Performance Dance from Toronto Metropolitan University, complemented by minors in Entrepreneurship and Psychology. Her professional training spans Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Ballet, and Tap, including ADAPT and PAEC instructor certifications.

She has had the pleasure of training with and performing in works across Canada by notable artists, including Natasha Powell, Aaron Aquino-Annobil, Angela Blumberg, Alysa Pires, ProArteDanza, Rock Bottom Movement, Sadie Cahill, Seanna Bailey, Jade Jager Clark, and more, with features in Fall For Dance North, the Orillia Jazz Festival, and BMO’s Art & Soul.

Alysis is an award-winning, versatile choreographer and educator, sought after for her work with competitive teams and performance companies. Her dedication to performance and choreography earned her the NB Arts Board Scholarship, recognizing her work across stage and film. She has had the honour of serving as a judge for STOMP Urban Dance Competition and is proud to be a member of both Run The Flex’s Black Ops Elite Crew and the inaugural roster of the WNBA’s newest dance team, Toronto Tempo’s Rhythm Section. Continuously expanding her training and knowledge, Alysis brings passion and expertise to every role she takes on. She is committed to developing confident, resilient, and creative dancers, equipping them with the necessary skills to flourish both on and off the stage.

Helene Mantios has been a part of the Dynamic Dance Arts family since she was three years old, and loves being able to train and compete with the studio. She explores a wide range of styles at DDA, including tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, and musical theatre. In addition to her studio training, Helene is currently a student in the Regional Arts Program for Dance at Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School, where she learns and develops her technique in ballet, jazz, and modern. Her passion and commitment to dance have also taken her beyond the studio, as she was invited to train with World Performers Canada and perform internationally in tap and hip hop. Helene is excited to share her dedication, creativity, and love for dance with the students of the Dynamic Dance Arts community!