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Ryan Dagenais, founder and dance instructor at Unity Dance Works, a new dance studio in Prescott, Ontario.

Ryan DaGenais

Founder

Ryan Dagenais founded Unity Dance Works with a simple goal: to create a place where dancers feel welcomed, challenged, and excited to learn.

For more than 10 years, Ryan has been teaching and inspiring dancers through his passion for movement, performance, and community. Known for his positive energy and approachable teaching style, he has a unique ability to make every dancer - from beginners to competitive performers - feel confident and capable.

Ryan believes that great dance training goes beyond technique. It's about building confidence, developing discipline, creating friendships, and helping students discover what they're capable of. His favourite part of teaching is watching his dancers grow - not just in the studio, but in life.

Whether he's leading a class, preparing students for competition, or cheering them on from the audience, Ryan is always in his dancers' corner. His dedication, organization, and genuine care for his students have made him a trusted mentor and a beloved member of the local dance community.

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Miss Sarah

Sarah has been inspiring dancers for over 20 years. A former competitive dancer herself, Sarah brings not only a wealth of technical expertise, but a profound passion for performance. Her teaching goes beyond steps - she instills a deep love for dance and the thrill of commanding a stage. Known for helping dancers not just execute, but truly sell their routines with confidence, Sarah is a champion of each performer. Whether on the competition floor or in the studio, her dancers know she’s in their corner - cheering, supporting, and helping them shine.

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