WHO IS STEPHANIE DONOVAN?
Stephanie’s life has been intertwined with dance since she was young. Beginning to learn her first steps when she was 3, dance quickly became the centre focus in her life as she continued to engage in training and performing. There is nothing more fulfilling to her than to be able to express and connect with others through movement.
Growing up, she focused on the competitive world and aspects of dance, both in her training, performance and own teaching career. Injuries took her away from the life she loved for some years but she is back and loving every minute even more!
Years later, she now welcomes her position in fostering the growth in the Toronto dance industry as Studio Director. She sees dance as for everyone, beginner or advanced, and keeps it as her goal to create space where all are accepted to learn and grow together.
Known by most as “Steph” she can often be seen flitting around DanceLife X and amongst the community of dancers in Toronto, looking for more ways to connect and support. If you see her don’t be afraid to say hello and introduce yourself! Continuing her own training(despite the draw-backs of an older injured body!), she also enjoys taking class with everyone, so she may pop up beside you next time you’re in studio! Cheering on the growth of students is also a favourite passion of hers, so be sure to listen for her screams!
Above all, Steph wishes to see Toronto continue to evolve it’s dance community as the place to be, both to enjoy movement and to REACH! Dance really does bring us to life!
