Toronto is more than a city — it’s a multicultural melting pot, a living mosaic of stories, languages, rhythms, and roots.

With nearly half of its residents born abroad, Toronto pulses with energy from every corner of the globe, creating a city that thrives on connection and cultural exchange.

In the Greater Toronto Area alone, over 390,000 people identify as Latin American — meaning the colours, sounds, and flavours of Latin roots are already part of Toronto’s soul.

This is the moment when Adrianna Yanuziello and Dance Migration’s dream comes to life — a celebration where Latin roots and Canadian spirit meet. It’s all about the warmth of human connection, rhythm, dance, joy, and music coming together under one name: UNITE THE ROOTS.

For this first edition, we’ve chosen Brazil, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic, represented respectively by Adrianna Yanuziello, Sarita Leyva, and Kimberly Ramos — three strong, incredible women who have dedicated decades of hard work to ensuring that these cultures are respected, known, shared, and celebrated.

UNITE THE ROOTS
Brazil, Cuba & Dominican Republic Edition
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Location: SASS (180 Shaw Street)
Doors open at 9:45 a.m.

Day Schedule
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Afro-Cuban Class with Sarita
11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. — Samba Class with Adrianna Yanuziello
1:15 – 2:30 p.m. — Break & Lunch / Time to Socialize
2:30 – 4:00 p.m. — Bachata Class with Kim
4:05 p.m. — Panel & Talks with the Three Instructors
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Special Offer for Current Students:
If you’re currently enrolled in any Dance Migration classes or classes from our partner instructors, send us a message to request your discount code (in case you did not get it by email).

Early Bird Price (with discount code):
$45 — Dance Migration Students
$45 — Partner School Students
Price increases after October 18th.

Early Bird – Non-Students:
Single Ticket: $55
Unite Combo — You + a Friend: $90
Price increases after October 18th.

After October 18th:
$58 — Dance Migration Students (with discount code)
$58 — Partner School Students (with discount code)
$65 — One Ticket (Non-Student)
$99 — Unite Combo (You + a Friend)

Imagine walking in and feeling the electricity in the air — a room filled with dancers, storytellers, and creators.

Latin rhythms flowing through Toronto’s heartbeat. The laughter, the sweat, the connection.

This will be a day spiced with life, where roots are honoured and new memories are made.

Whether you’re already rooted in Latin culture, curious to explore, or simply looking for a day filled with dance and connection — this is your invitation.

✨ Reserve your spot now — come unite your roots with ours, and let’s make November 15th unforgettable.

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Get to know a little more about our instructors:

Adrianna Yanuziello is a Canadian-born artist, educator, and the founder and CEO of Dance Migration. For over 20 years, she has dedicated her career to preserving and promoting Brazilian arts and culture, becoming a leading figure in samba and Brazilian dance in Canada.

A visionary bridge between Brazil and Canada, Adrianna founded the Canada Samba Congress and Toronto Samba Encontro, bringing world-class Brazilian artists to Canadian audiences. Trained under Master Rosangela Silvestre in Salvador, Bahia, she has spent over 15 years researching and performing Brazilian dance, music, and spirituality.

Adrianna has taught and performed across the globe and continues to create transformative artistic experiences that celebrate connection, culture, and creative expression.

Sarita Leyva is a renowned Cuban dancer, choreographer, and educator known for her mastery of folkloric, popular, and contemporary dance. Trained in Cuba’s top art schools, she earned her diploma as a Professor of Dance in 1987 and went on to perform and teach with prestigious companies such as Grupo Omó Olorun, Grupo Oriki, and Compañía de Danza Pinos Nuevos.

Since moving to Toronto in 1997, Sarita has become one of the city’s most respected Cuban dance instructors, teaching at institutions such as Etobicoke School of the Arts, York University, and Lula Lounge. She is the founder and director of the Sarita Leyva Cuban School of Dance and Iré Omó Afro-Cuban Drum and Dance Ensemble, continuing to share the richness of Cuban culture through her teaching and performances.

Kimberly Ramos, born and raised in Toronto, is a celebrated dancer, choreographer, and instructor known for her passion for Latin rhythms. As the co-founder and director of Araguacu Latin Dance Company, she’s become a leading force in Canada’s Bachata and Salsa scene.

Of Dominican-Colombian heritage, Kim grew up surrounded by music and culture, later transforming that influence into a professional dance career. Trained by world-renowned artists, she has performed and taught internationally, captivating audiences across North America, Asia, and beyond.

Her teaching blends technique, culture, and emotion — encouraging dancers to honour the roots of Latin dance while embracing their own expression. Through her initiatives like Ladies Who Lead and Puro Flow, Kim continues to empower and unite dancers around the world.