The Avalon Dance Shop - Specializing in Ballroom Dance Shoes, Apparel, Accessories and MORE!

Thank you for showing interest in The Avalon Dance Shop. We have been serving the dance community since 1990 and we are carrying on the tradition by also serving our customers via the internet with a new online store.

We offer the best service with the largest selection of top quality ballroom,
Latin & salsa shoes in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.

But more than just ballroom! We also carry dance wear and accessories for ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco, and belly dancing. Ask us about our selection in music, technical books, hair accessories, jewellery, shoe care products and more.

If you would like some additional information about our company, the products we carry, and/or the services we provide, please feel free to contact us by email or phone.

If you can't find an item here please call our Toll Free Number and we would be happy to help you.

"STORE HOURS"
Monday:	CLOSED
Tuesday:	10:00am to 5:30pm
Wednesday:	10:00am to 5:30pm
Thursday:	10:00am to 7:00pm
Friday:	10:00am to 7:00pm
Saturday:	10:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday:	12:00pm to 4:00pm
ALL HOLIDAYS:	CLOSED

Links

Here you will find links to resources and other related websites.

Ballet

	BALLET British Columbia:	Ballet British Columbia is consistently acknowledged by audiences, critics and the artistic community as an innovative, creative and risk-taking dance company. Along with their evening performances, they now have a new Tea Matinee Series for ballet lovers who prefer to attend the ballet on Saturday afternoons. See our domestic events page for current performances.
	Academy of International Dance:	Vancouver's Academy of International Dance Arts is a unique school specializing in exceptional classical ballet training while offering students the rare opportunity to study and perform richly diverse dance genres from around the world. A small school by design, A.I.D.A is proud to offer a personal touch; individual attention for all students; regular parent-teacher contact; and the chance for talented students to excel through solo performance and more. For more information on our school, we welcome you to visit our website or call 604-327-9313 for details.
	Alberta Ballet:	Alberta Ballet inspires and brings beauty to peoples lives through performing and teaching ballet.
	A Star Performing & Fine Arts Studio:	A Vancouver,BC based studio founded in 1973 by Anita Perel-Panar, M.A. A Star offers year-round education for all ages and levels in a friendly, inspiring, and non-competitive atmosphere. We are dedicated to providing the finest education in dance, music, drama, and art. Classes Offered: Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop/Street Jazz, Tap, Drama, Musical Theatre, Voice (Private & Teen/Adult Choir), Piano, Guitar (Private & Ensemble), Jazz Harmony/Improvisation (for any instrument).
	Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet:	Founded in 1939 by Gweneth Lloyd and Betty Farrally, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet holds the double distinction of being Canada's premier ballet company and the longest continuously operating ballet company in North America.
	Mississauga Dance Studio:	Mississauga based school of dance for kids and adults. We offer ballet, yoga, pilates, jazz and other classes.
	Dance Saskatchewan:	Your passport to dance happenings and resources in Saskatchewan. Check out their lending library, calendar of events and other interesting pages.
	Les Ballets jazz de Montréal:	A non-profit organization with a contemporary neo-classical repertoire, the BJM is dedicated to the creation, production and distribution of works inspired by the spirit of jazz and other musical genres. The works in the repertoire combine classical technique with a variety of dance styles and artistic disciplines,
	The National Ballet of Canada:	A company with more than 50 dancers and its own full symphony orchestra, is Canada's premier dance company and ranks as one of the world's top international dance companies.
	Patricia Storelli:	Personal website of Patricia Storelli, RAD RTS, RAD Teaching Dip. HUGE* collection of ballet information! Anything you can think of regarding ballet, she has a link to it.*
	Robert Long Ballet Class Music CD:	Features a CD of original piano music for ballet classroom use.
	Youth Ballet Company of Saskatchewan, Inc:	Provides dance education and has performance opportunities in ballet, jazz, modern dance, creative dance, classical ballet, contemporary dance, as well as dance instruction, choreography and movement lessons for all youth, children and kids.

Ballroom 1

	Arthur Murray Dance Studio Vancouver:	Priding ourselves on being a dance studio built on strong and lasting relationships, we provide the best possible service based on your dancing. We teach many different dances including latin, rhythm and ballroom and personalize your foundation program and future lessons. It's up to you! We are conveniently located at 929 Granville Street, Suite 511 and can be reached at 604.684.2477.
	Arthur Murray Studio- Coquitlam:	Dance Lessons and Classes in Coquitlam/Tri-Cities! We are located at 205 - 3242 Westwood Street and can be reached at 604.552.3052.
	Arthur Murray Studio- White Rock:	THE WORLD IS DANCING... ARE YOU? There has never been a better time or place to learn how to dance! We are located at 15151 Russell Avenue, White Rock, BC and can be reached at 604.542.1900.
	MR DANCE -	MR DANCE - Social and ballroom dancing in Vancouver, BC on Tuesdays and Sundays. The best place in the city to learn to dance. Regular admission $6.00 for a group dance lesson and a dance. Learn 2 new dances every month. FREE ticket for new people every Tuesday. Visit www.MrDance.ca for more information. We are located at Astonino's Hall, 1739 Venables Street, Vancouver, BC.
	John Howardson Dance:	John Howardson is a leading Vancouver dance instructor, certified Highly Commended with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance ( I.S.T.D. ) in England. John teaches Ballroom dance and Salsa with a focus on fun. John teaches at the Grand Ballroom and other venues in Vancouver. Please visit www.johnhowardson.ca or call 778-322-7149.
	Dancing for Dessert Studio:	Offers ballroom and latin dance classes and private lessons for all partner dances including Foxtrot, Tango, Waltz, Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba, Swing and more. Serving Langley, Abbotsford, Surrey, Pitt Meadows, Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, Mission and all of the Fraser Valley.
	I Love To Dance -:	We've been holding bi-monthly dances since March 2005 in Maple Ridge, and each year we host the most elegant and fun New Years dance in the lower mainland. We have a very good room with a danceable area that is up to 33' wide by 105' long, with a genuine ballroom chandelier lighting the room.
	Dance Lessons-:	Do you know that you can get dance lessons on a dvd? Buy dance instruction dvd by Louis at an amazing offer!
	Arthur Murray - Las Vegas:	Lean to dance in Las Vegas!
	Ballroom and Country Western Dance :	A web site dedicated to the promotion of fitness and dancing, Ballet, ballroom, belly dance, Cajun, clogging, country western, disco, funk, hip hop, Irish, jazz, modern, square dance, swing, and tap dance.
	Ballroom Dancers.com:	The ballroom dance resource
	Ballroom Gifts:	Exclusive gifts from around the world for dancers' health and beauty.
	BallroomLovers.com:	Over 70 videos and dvds for social ballroom dancers of all levels. Dances include Ballad, Bolero, Cha Cha, Country, Foxtrot, Hustle, Line Dance, Mambo, Merengue, Nightclub Two Step, Polka, Quickstep, Rumba, Salsa, Samba, Shag, Swing (Single & Triple), Tango, Viennese Waltz, Waltz and West-Coast Swing.

Ballroom 2

	Canada DanceSport:	An organization dedicated to promoting dancesport in Canada.
	Classic Dance Club:	A friendly, social, non-smoking Ballroom Dance Club in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
	Club 400:	Started in May 1999 by a group of local ballroom dancers in Saskatoon, the club is now located at the Victory Church Pavilion. This venue features two hardwood dance floors and can comfortably accommodate 150-200 dancers. The club also has a DJ library containing over 1300 pieces (and growing) of strict tempo Ballroom music imported from Europe as well as carefully selected Top 40 and Latin music selections.
	DancePartner.com:	A site to help dancers find dance partners, both amateur and professional, for social dancing, performance, competition, and even dating!
	Dance Saskatchewan:	Your passport to dance happenings and resources in Saskatchewan. Check out their lending library, calendar of events and other interesting pages.
	Dancesport UK:	The classic site dedicated to competitive ballroom and latin dancing.
	DanceSportal:	Information resource for ballroom, latin, and swing partner dancing.
	Ina Dancewear :	Set the TREND...don't follow it!
	Learn-to-Dance.com:	Videos and dvds for social ballroom dancers of all levels. Dances include Ballad, Bolero, Cha Cha, Country, Foxtrot, Hustle, Line Dance, Mambo, Merengue, Nightclub Two Step, Polka, Quickstep, Rumba, Salsa, Samba, Shag, Swing (Single & Triple), Tango, Viennese Waltz, Waltz and West-Coast Swing
	Manon & Marc's Web Site :	A friendly personal web page of dance enthusiasts, Marc & Manon, from Trois Rivieres, Quebec.
	MASSABDA:	The Massachusetts Amateur Ballroom Dancers Association, promoting the enjoyment of ballroom dance.
	Northwest Dancer:	The official site of Tom Clifton in Seattle, Washington. Also featuring Peggy Hall and the Olympic performance team ZEAL.
	Oregon Ballroom Dance Club:	A dance club based in Eugene, Oregon on the University of Oregon campus. Events are open to everyone and functions are alcohol free.
	Starlight Dance Studio - San Diego:	San Diego's #1 place to learn to dance!

Ballroom 3

	University of Saskatchewan Dance Club:	They want to make your feet "soar"!
	The van der Poel Pages:	Ballroom Dancing in Western Australia
	West Seattle Dance Wear:	Avalon's sister company located in Seattle, WA
	Dancing for Dessert Online Dance Steps:	Learn to dance the hottest steps - online! Dancing for Dessert offers easy to follow online dance instruction for all the major ballroom dances including waltz, tango, salsa, swing and cha cha.
	Grand Ballroom	"Dance First, Think Later, It's The Natural Order"!
	Ballroom Dance Fever	We invite you to visit the new website of the Chilliwack Dance Club!
	Orange County Ballroom & Latin Dance Lessons:	Learn how to dance salsa, tango, swing or ballroom with Esteban Conde, dance instructor.

Bellydance

	Neferu Dance Collective:	A Vancouver based Middle Eastern Dance and Musical Group.
	OMEDA (Ontario Middle Eastern Dance Association):	..formed in 1978 by local dancers, teachers, students, and admirers of this ancient art. Its mandate is to: promote public understanding and acceptance of Middle Eastern dance, music, and culture; foster an atmosphere of unity, communications, and understanding among exponents of the art; promote a high standard of dance presentation and instruction; and, provide a forum for information and expression.
	Saqra:	Belly dance classes, supplies,calendar,tips in greater Seattle (Kent, WA) and Portland, OR
	WAMEDA:	The Washington Area Mid-East Dance Association is a professional organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Middle Eastern dance, music, and culture. Membership is open to all persons who share these interests. WAMEDA is a not-for-profit organization.

Latin Salsa 1

	Acalli Spanish Language school in Mexico Cuernavaca:	Includes online salsa lessons and videos of salsa in Spanish to download. Click on the language of your choice on the main page then you will get a submenu on the left with Salsa as one of the options.
	Latin Funk Dance:	Latin Funk Dance® is my unique fusion of six different Latin styles (Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Cha Cha, Mambo & Rumba) with the coolness of Hip-Hop, the exotic beats of Afro/Funk, and a splash of jazz! These elements blend together forming a style, that exudes both passion and power....
	Los Gitanos School of Spanish Dance:	Flamenco Dance School located in Tsawwassen, BC. Flamenco dance classes for all levels and all ages. "Book now" to have the Los Gitanos Dancers perform at your next party or fundraiser! Call Bev at 604.948.8081...
	John Howardson Dance:	John Howardson is a first class Vancouver Dance Instructor certified with the Canadian Dance Teachers Association of B.C. (C.D.T.A.). You can join his downtown Salsa Classes for less than the price of a movie, meet awesome people and learn the coolest moves in town. John teaches group classes and private lessons with a focus on fun. He also teaches a wide variety of other dance styles and is a staff teacher at the Crystal Ballroom.
	Salsa Dance Crazy:	Learn to Salsa Dance with Salsa Dance Crazy. Seven Free Salsa Dance Videos take you Step by Step through Learning to Salsa Dance, with Salsa Crazy.
	Dance Boot Camp:	Learn to Salsa Dance Online, with these amazing step by step Learn to Dance Videos. Classes on Salsa, Cha Cha, Merengue, Bachata and Rueda!
	Salsa Vancouver:	Salsa Classes, Where to dance Salsa in Vancouver plus great resource info for Salsa enthusiasts.
	Tango Vancouver:	Offering lessons in Salsa and Argentine Tango in Vancouver, B.C. Canada. On the site you'll find current information about Tango and Salsa events in Vancouver, as well as dance instructors, history of the dances, music, instructional Salsa video and group course schedules which include Merengue, Milonga, Tango-Vals.
	Dancing for Dessert Studio:	Offers ballroom and latin dance classes and private lessons for all partner dances including Foxtrot, Tango, Waltz, Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba, Swing and more. Serving Langley, Abbotsford, Surrey, Pitt Meadows, Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, Mission and all of the Fraser Valley.
	Blue Skies Dance:	Classes in Cuban Style Salsa (and other social dances) in Seattle, WA. They also have a Salsa and Cuban movie list on their music/video page.
	Chicago Salsa:	Chicago's premiere Latin entertainment guide.
	Dance Saskatchewan:	Your passport to dance happenings and resources in Saskatchewan. Check out their lending library, calendar of events and other interesting pages.

Latin Salsa 2

	EasySalsa.com:	Home of the best Salsa and Rueda dance instruction in Vancouver! We make learning Salsa EASY and FUN!
	Latin Beat Magazine:	Great Latin Magazine!
	Martinez Dance Company:	Based in Victoria BC, Martinez Dance Company inspires salsa lovers of all ages and skill levels to explore their dance passion.
	Salsa by Jake:	Home of Jake and Techi's Salsa Instruction in the San Francisco Bay Area. Salsa classes are taught with all dancing levels in mind, going into detail about the patterns taught, and the means with which to make them easy to dance, and attractive to watch.
	SalsaCanada.com:	Our mission is to educate you with a continual supply of up to date information related to salsa dancing and general fitness while also providing a directory and products to help you get started towards your new, entertaining and active lifestyle.
	Salsa Fever On2:	Mambo Mario B. Representing New Jersey
	SalsaPower.com:	The world's largest Cuban Casino-Style Salsa website, dedicated to the furthering of Cuban music and dance around the world. SalsaCities listings world-wide, more than 160 correspondents around the world, exlusive salsa artist interviews, CD reviews and sales, editorials and more. Your best source of information regarding Cuban Casino-Style dance and music anywhere!
	SalsaRoots.com:	A comprehensive Internet resource for the history of Salsa music and dancing. SalsaRoots.com covers traditional music/dance styles from Cuba, Puerto Rico and the United States using articles, photographs, artwork, interviews, CD reviews and links to related Latin music Internet sites.
	SalsaVillage.com:	A UK Comprehensive Site on Event/Links/Videos/DVD'S/CD'S
	VancouverSalsa.com:	Western #1 Canada's Latin Ent. Source! A non affiliated website providing information on Salsa Dancing and other Latin entertainment event for western Canada. Features a directory for Latin Dance Instructors, Bands, DJs, Performers, salsa wear, restaurants, travel agencies, and health and fitness center.
	VancouverSalseros.com:	Active promoters of Latin Music and Dance in Vancouver, British Columbia.
	Dance Lessons & Classes in Orange County	Fun and affordable Dance lessons by Orange County's best! Learn how to dance Salsa, Cha-Cha, Bachata, Merengue, Argentine Tango and more, in a group or private dance class, with Esteban Conde. Also available are professional dance shows and wedding first dance choreography.

Latin Salsa 3

	Rhythmatic Dance Company	Your Argentine Tango destination with a difference! This is fun , simple dance instruction that fosters personal style and expression.
	Corporate Magic	We have provides Best Entertainment services like magicians, card sharps, pick pockets, street hustlers, living statues, mimes, mind-readers and stiltwalkers at pickingpockets.co.uk .
	Dancing for Dessert Online Dance Steps:	Learn to dance the hottest steps - online! Dancing for Dessert offers easy to follow online dance instruction for all the major ballroom dances including waltz, tango, salsa, swing and cha cha.
	Orange County Ballroom & Latin Dance Lessons:	Learn how to dance salsa, tango, swing or ballroom with Esteban Conde, dance instructor.
	Dedicate a Customized Song:	Want to dedicate a customized song to your loved one? Our most dedicated and expert team at My Song 4 U will write and compose beautiful and meaningful songs that will completely express your feeling.
	World Salsa News:	World News and links about salsa around the world.
	Actor's Training System by MasteringTheAudition.com	Actor's Training System by MasteringTheAudition.com is designed to lift you out of the vast pool of unskilled labor that genuinely wants to be professional actor, We Provide complete professional training for film, television, stage, commercials and Voice-overs!

Miscellaneous 1

	AboutArts.com:	A directory of dance related websites and discussion groups.
	DanceDooDahs.com:	Shine like the star you are!
	Urban Beat Dance Company:	Come join us. No dance partner required. We're a motley bunch of Hip Catz & Cool Dames, Lounge Lizards and Salsa Chix, Girly Men and Manly Girls. We're absolute beginners, intermediates and experts of all ages, races, and orientations.
	Ceroc (modern jive):	Ceroc (modern jive) is a fusion of swing and salsa dancing done to pop music, without the complicated footwork. All classes are drop-in.
	Dance Wear Supplies & Information:	We offer a wide selection of dance wear outfits and equpitment.
	Dance in Vancouver	Carlos Loyola. Learn from a master. Ballet / Tango / Salsa
	Ceroc (modern jive)	Ceroc (modern jive) is a fusion of swing and salsa dancing done to pop music, without the complicated footwork. All classes are drop-in.
	Folk Dance Association:	In this case, folk dance refers to many types of dance, including folk, square, contra, English, Scottish, swing, ballroom, cajun, zydeco, Israeli, ethnic, clog, lindy, recreational, step and vintage dance.
	Breakdancing Class:	Online breakdancing class, information, tips, contests and more.
	Mariinsky Theatre:	Opera, ballet, orchestra... based out of St. Petersburg, Russia.
	Dance Canada	This website has been created for dancers, instructors and parents of dancers to provide an online magazine with exciting news and opportunities surrounding the entertainment industry.
	Downtown Vancouver Hotels	Welcome to your source for Downtown Vancouver hotels. We now offer over 25 hotels in the downtown Vancouver area.

Miscellaneous 2

	Glasglow Designer Apparel	All handbags are under warranty for LIFE! Our Shoes are under warranty for 10 Years!
	Babylon Productions	Video & Photography and Disc Jockey Services based in Toronto, Canada.
	Diane's Reflexology & Dance:	Certified Reflexologist and Dance Instructor. Reflexology improves circulation, relieves stress and has numerous medical benefits. Social, Country and Ballroom Dance lessons evenings or weekends
	Nixes Slippers	Don't trust your feet to anyone but the pros, we know feet comfort. Exciting animal slippers.
	Tank Tops	The Glamourmom Nursing Bra Tank is the revolutionary patented combination of a tank top with a built-in nursing bra.
	Wedding Bands Wholesale	Platinum Diamond Wedding Bands and Diamond Engagement Rings. Wedding Bands Wholesale manufactures and sells a wide selection of beautifully set Diamond Wedding Bands, Eternity Rings and Diamond Engagement Rings in platinum and gold, all at factory direct prices.
	Just Sheepskin Slippers	Never let your feet get cold again. We are the leader in sheepskin slippers.
	Music.US	Offering MP3 music downloads, musical instruments, shopping, ringtones, guitar tabs, song lyrics, concert tickets and social networking for bands and artists.
	Actor's Training System by MasteringTheAudition.com	Actor's Training System by MasteringTheAudition.com is designed to lift you out of the vast pool of unskilled labor that genuinely wants to be professional actor, We Provide complete professional training for film, television, stage, commercials and Voice-overs!
	Radio broadcasters software	Understand Market Data of Radio Audience better with Listeneractive's Powerful Platform for Radio Broadcasters. Dedicated Listener Active Software takes you closer to your Radio Listeners Passion Rates and Increase Radio Listeners Loyalty.
	A List Celebrity Gossip	Visit us to find out what is happening with your favorite celebrity.
	Contact Lenses	Lens.com offers a huge online inventory of brand name contact lenses with reasonably priced prices. Services include online order and shipping straight to you.

Miscellaneous 3

	Sneaker	The Hottest Fashion, Urban, Sneaker and Everything Else Nice Online Magazine Site On The NET!
	Women's Gold Jewelry	Online blog updated 24/7 for Womens Jewelry Reviews, Celtic Jewelry, Costume Gold Cat Jewelry, Vintage Handmade and much more.
	Men's Hats	GeekHats.com offers hats news and reviews by New Era, Ed Hardy, DC & Stetson - Baseball Hats - Mens & Womens fitted hats.
	Solar Panels	From all the latest news in the Eco world to steps on how to wholesale Solar Panels, you can find it all here.
	Eyeglasses	Eyeglasses Blog on the latest designer eyewear news, released dates and pricing including brands as Chanel, Oakley, Dior, Prada and Ray Ban.
	Vancouver Hotel's Map	Find hotels in Vancouver, BC and book online by map!
	Salt Lake City Luxury Hotels	Find 4 Star and 5 Star Luxury Hotels in Salt Lake City, UT. Choose from an excellent selection of premier properties.

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