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19 12:00 pm: Hip-Hop Dance Class – Move, Groove & Have Fun This Fall! 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm October 19, 2026 Looking to add some fun and movement to your fall? Join BALANCE for Blind Adults for a Hip-Hop Class with Chris! Date: Mondays, October 19-November 9 Time: 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM Location: West Neighbourhood House, 248 Ossington Ave. Lower Level – Stan Meek Hall (elevator accessible) Chris James is a professional performer and educator with over 20 years of experience in movement, dance, and the performing arts. His energetic, beginner-friendly teaching style makes hip-hop fun and accessible for everyone, helping participants build confidence, coordination, and rhythm while enjoying the music. This beginner-friendly class is a great opportunity to get moving, try something new, and have fun in a welcoming environment. Chris will provide clear, audible instruction throughout the class, making it easy to follow along and enjoy the music. No dance experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to groove! Ready to dance? Register today! email: info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 Come meet new people, learn some fun hip-hop moves, and enjoy an afternoon of music, movement, and community. We hope to see you there! Please note: By registering, you consent to BALANCE for Blind Adults using photographs and/or video recordings in which you may appear for promotional, educational, and internal purposes (for example: on our website, social media, printed materials). Use is limited to content featuring group activities and will not disclose your address or personal health information. West Neighbourhood House 248 Ossington Avenue Toronto, Ontario M6J 3A2 Canada View Location, 1:30 pm: Improv with Chris James – Laugh, Create & Connect!: Fall 2026 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm October 19, 2026 Details: Date: Mondays, October 19th- November 2nd Time: 1:30 PM–2:30 PM Location: West Neighbourhood House, 248 Ossington Ave. (Lounge A) Looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon? Join BALANCE for Blind Adults for an Improv with Chris! Chris James is a professional actor and educator with over 20 years of experience in theatre, film, television, and voice. Trained through The Second City's Improv for Actors (IFA) program, he brings a playful, practical approach to teaching. Drawing on his background in movement, dance, and stage combat, Chris helps participants build confidence, creativity, collaboration, and self-expression through improvisation. Come get silly with us as we play improv games, share some laughs, and let our imaginations run wild. Improv is a great way to think on your feet, build confidence, meet new people, and have fun in a relaxed, supportive environment. No acting or improv experience is needed—just bring your sense of humour and a willingness to give it a try! Ready for some laughs? Register today! Email info@balancefba.org or 416-236-1796 Come discover the joy of saying "yes, and…" while making new friends, sharing a few laughs, and enjoying a playful afternoon together. We hope to see you there! Please note: By registering, you consent to BALANCE for Blind Adults using photographs and/or video recordings in which you may appear for promotional, educational, and internal purposes (for example: on our website, social media, printed materials). Use is limited to content featuring group activities and will not disclose your address or personal health information. West Neighbourhood House 248 Ossington Avenue Toronto, Ontario M6J 3A2 Canada View Location

26 12:00 pm: Hip-Hop Dance Class – Move, Groove & Have Fun This Fall! 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm October 26, 2026 Looking to add some fun and movement to your fall? Join BALANCE for Blind Adults for a Hip-Hop Class with Chris! Date: Mondays, October 19-November 9 Time: 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM Location: West Neighbourhood House, 248 Ossington Ave. Lower Level – Stan Meek Hall (elevator accessible) Chris James is a professional performer and educator with over 20 years of experience in movement, dance, and the performing arts. His energetic, beginner-friendly teaching style makes hip-hop fun and accessible for everyone, helping participants build confidence, coordination, and rhythm while enjoying the music. This beginner-friendly class is a great opportunity to get moving, try something new, and have fun in a welcoming environment. Chris will provide clear, audible instruction throughout the class, making it easy to follow along and enjoy the music. No dance experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to groove! Ready to dance? Register today! email: info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 Come meet new people, learn some fun hip-hop moves, and enjoy an afternoon of music, movement, and community. We hope to see you there! Please note: By registering, you consent to BALANCE for Blind Adults using photographs and/or video recordings in which you may appear for promotional, educational, and internal purposes (for example: on our website, social media, printed materials). Use is limited to content featuring group activities and will not disclose your address or personal health information. West Neighbourhood House 248 Ossington Avenue Toronto, Ontario M6J 3A2 Canada View Location, 1:30 pm: Improv with Chris James – Laugh, Create & Connect!: Fall 2026 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm October 26, 2026 Details: Date: Mondays, October 19th- November 2nd Time: 1:30 PM–2:30 PM Location: West Neighbourhood House, 248 Ossington Ave. (Lounge A) Looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon? Join BALANCE for Blind Adults for an Improv with Chris! Chris James is a professional actor and educator with over 20 years of experience in theatre, film, television, and voice. Trained through The Second City's Improv for Actors (IFA) program, he brings a playful, practical approach to teaching. Drawing on his background in movement, dance, and stage combat, Chris helps participants build confidence, creativity, collaboration, and self-expression through improvisation. Come get silly with us as we play improv games, share some laughs, and let our imaginations run wild. Improv is a great way to think on your feet, build confidence, meet new people, and have fun in a relaxed, supportive environment. No acting or improv experience is needed—just bring your sense of humour and a willingness to give it a try! Ready for some laughs? Register today! Email info@balancefba.org or 416-236-1796 Come discover the joy of saying "yes, and…" while making new friends, sharing a few laughs, and enjoying a playful afternoon together. We hope to see you there! Please note: By registering, you consent to BALANCE for Blind Adults using photographs and/or video recordings in which you may appear for promotional, educational, and internal purposes (for example: on our website, social media, printed materials). Use is limited to content featuring group activities and will not disclose your address or personal health information. West Neighbourhood House 248 Ossington Avenue Toronto, Ontario M6J 3A2 Canada View Location

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