audition
2nd audition date just added!
monday december 4, 2023, 9:30-11PM @ 693 Bloor St. west
iFreeStyle.ca dance team auditIons
audition details
Dates: Sunday November 19, 2023 & Monday December 4 2023 (audition on one day only)
Time: 9:30-11pm, arrive by 9:15pm to check in Location: 693 Bloor St. West (door on Clinton St.) REQUIREMENTS✅ Solid Salsa On2 timing & advanced-level shines/partnering
✅ Maintains physical fitness and wellness to train and perform at a high level ✅ Excitement to learn to learn lifts and tricks. ✅ Strong team mentality ✅ Self-motivated, has a "can-do" attitude and learning mindset ✅ Punctual & respectful of other's time ✅ Performance experience preferred but not required. ✅ Uniquely dedicated to this team to avoid scheduling conflicts ✅ Valid documents to travel internationally to train/perform |
Hungry to elevate your salsa On2 skills and train in a professional dance team environment?
Be part of the dynamic world of iFreeStyle.ca, where co-founders Caryl Cuizon and Angus Dirnbeck are on a quest to bring together a team of dedicated and passionate salsa dancers. We're searching for individuals who hunger for knowledge, thrive on challenges, and relish the experience of dancing as part of a close-knit team with a "can do" attitude. If you're driven by goals, believe in the journey, are self-motivated, and desire to grow, this opportunity might just be the one you've been waiting for!
If your heart beats to the rhythm of Salsa On2 and you live for the exhilaration of performing in front of live audiences, we're eager to meet you. Share your unwavering passion for salsa on stage while collaborating with a fantastic group of like-minded, focused, and fun teammates!
If your heart beats to the rhythm of Salsa On2 and you live for the exhilaration of performing in front of live audiences, we're eager to meet you. Share your unwavering passion for salsa on stage while collaborating with a fantastic group of like-minded, focused, and fun teammates!
audition faq
Do I need to sign up to audition?
Yes, click the button below sign up!
Yes, click the button below sign up!
What should I wear to the audition?
Where clothes that allow you to move freely, and so that movements can easily be seen.
What can I expect at the audition?
The audition comprises three parts:
What else should I bring?
What are the costs associated with being part of this team
Fees to be discussed at the audition.
What if I cannot attend the audition on November 19, 2023?
Where clothes that allow you to move freely, and so that movements can easily be seen.
- Ladies - leggings, tank top (no sleeves), heels
- Men - workout pants, tank top, dance shoes
What can I expect at the audition?
The audition comprises three parts:
- Learn and perform a short salsa On2 shine.
- Learn and perform a short salsa On2 turn pattern.
- Showcase a 1-minute salsa On2 freestyle.
What else should I bring?
- Water
- Towel
- Change of clothes
What are the costs associated with being part of this team
Fees to be discussed at the audition.
- Monthly training fees
- Costumes
- Travel
What if I cannot attend the audition on November 19, 2023?
- Complete the audition form and contact us by email.
about the team
TRAINING, CHOREOGRAPHY AND DIRECTION BY
iFreeStyle.ca Co-founders Angus Dirnbeck & Caryl Cuizon REHEARSAL COMMITMENT - Begins January 2024 Weekly rehearsals are mandatory. Frequency: 2x per week, 1 weekday evening , 1 weekend daytime 2 hours per rehearsal Location (Toronto): Bloor St. between Dovercourt & Christie DANCE STYLES - PARTNER WORK & SHINES IN Salsa On2, Afro-Cuban Fusion, Mambo, Cha Cha etc. TERM Ongoing, beginning with 2 salsa choreographies PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITES Local (GTA) & International |
iFreeStyle.ca Championship Titles
- 1st Place - 2012 Montreal Salsa Fever - Pro/Am Bachata Couple (Maureen & Elton)
- 1st Place - 2012 Toronto Bachata Festival - Pro Bachata Couple (Maureen & Elton)
- 1st Place - 2012 Toronto Salsa Festival - Pro Bachata Couple (Maureen & Elton)
- 1st Place - 2012 Calgary Salsa Congress - Pro Bachata Couple Freestyle Heats (Maureen & Elton)
- 1st Place - 2012 Calgary Salsa Congress - Open Team (Maureen, Elton, Susan, Glenn, Michelle, Gil)
- 1st Place - 2012 New York Bachata Festival - Pro Bachata Team (Caryl, Elton, Susan, Glenn, Michelle, Gil)
- 1st Place - 2013 Toronto Bachata Congress - Pro Bachata Team (Caryl, Elton, Susan, Glenn, Michelle, Gil)
- 1st Place - 2013 Toronto Bachata Congress - Amateur Bachata Couple (Armando & Anjhela)
- 1st Place - 2013 America Bachata Masters (USA Bachata/Kizomba Festival) - Bachata Team (Caryl, Elton, Susan, Glenn, Michelle, Gil)
- 1st Place - 2013 Canada Salsa Congress (Toronto, Canada) - Pro Bachata Team (Caryl, Elton, Susan, Glenn, Michelle, Gil)
- 1st Place - 2013 Canada Salsa Congress (Toronto, Canada) - Amateur Bachata Couple (Vanessa & Antonio)
- 4th Place - 2014 Bachatea World Bachata Masters (Madrid, Spain) - Pro Bachata Team (Caryl, Elton, Susan, Glenn, Michelle, Gil)
- Winners - 2014 Stargate Competition @ Salsafestival Switzerland (Zurich, Switzerland) - Bachata Team (Caryl, Susan, Glenn, Michelle, Gil, Olivier)
- 1st Place - 2015 Canada Salsa Congress (Toronto, Canada) - Pro Bachata Team (Caryl, Susan, Glenn, Michelle, Gil, Jason)
- 3rd Place - 2015 World Latin Dance Cup (Miami, USA ) - Pro Bachata Team (Caryl, Susan, Glenn, Michelle, Gil, Jason)