Authentic Cuban & Latin dance, fitness, private coaching, and performances led by Julie, Rafa, and the Mil Pasos community.
Real dance isn’t an exercise in repetition—it’s an explosion of human energy. Explore our signature Cuban salsa, Timba, Zumba, and stage routines.
No partner required. Whether you’re stepping onto the hardwood for the very first time or sharpening complex Cuban Casino turns, everyone belongs here.
$20
Authentic Casino partner work, syncopated Timba body movement, footwork, and musicality. Led by Rafa & Julie. Absolute beginners to intermediate dancers welcome.
$20
A dedicated supportive space focused on posture, fluid arm styling, body isolation, weight transfer, and self-confidence through Cuban salsa and shines.
$20
High-voltage cardio set to infectious Latin, Afro-beat, and reggaeton rhythms. Sweat, smile, and torch energy with Julie Marouze's signature infectious vitality.
$20
A playful, energetic foundation in rhythm, coordination, and creative movement for children and youth. Building confidence, discipline, and musical joy.
$80/hr
Rapid progression tailored to your pace. Ideal for beginners seeking solid foundation, dancers refining lead/follow connection, or couples preparing for events.
From $150
Electrifying Cuban stage performances, corporate party animation, festivals, and wedding choreography that turns your event into an unforgettable celebration.
Classes run weekly across our downtown Toronto locations. Drop-ins welcome every week — no pre-existing partner needed.
Buy 3 group classes, get 1 FREE! A 1-time introductory package designed for new students to experience Cuban Salsa, WomXn Salsa, and Zumba.
Total flexibility. Walk in any week for Cuban Salsa, Only WomXn, Zumba, or Kids Afro. No long-term commitment needed.
Valid across all weekly group dance and fitness classes. Punch card flexibility with a $15 total savings.
Our most popular bundle! Save $50 on 10 classes. Flexible attendance across Tuesday Salsa, Wednesday WomXn, and Saturday Zumba.
Unlimited monthly access to all weekly group dance and fitness classes. The best choice for rapid immersion and frequent dancers.
Save $90 with our 6-hour private coaching bundle. Fast-track your technique, leading/following confidence, and personal style.
It’s music, culture, movement, and community. The floor is warm, the bass is alive, and nobody is judging you. You leave lighter than you arrived.
I walked in with zero dance experience and two left feet. Within three weeks, Rafa and Julie broke down Casino timing so naturally that I was social dancing across Toronto with pure confidence.
The Only WomXn styling session gave me my power back. Julie’s coaching on body isolations, fluid arms, and authentic Cuban sabor is unmatched in Toronto. The room is so uplifting and judgment-free.
We booked private sessions for our first dance and ended up falling head over heels for Cuban salsa. Julie and Rafa customized every count of our choreo. They are patient, joyful, and brilliant teachers.
Julie’s Saturday Zumba energy is completely off the charts! It’s not just cardio—it feels like a celebration. Even on grey Toronto mornings, you leave glowing, energized, and ready to conquer the week.
Rafa teaches real Cuban culture, musicality, and Clave syncopation—not just cookie-cutter steps. The roots of Son, Rumba, and Timba are honored here with deep authenticity.
Mil Pasos isn't just another dance studio; it’s my community. There is an unmistakable warmth the moment you cross the threshold. Nobody is left on the sidelines. It is pure joy.
A Franco-Cuban dynamic duo uniting authentic Havana roots with Parisian performance discipline.
Mil Pasos was born out of a shared obsession with rhythm, human movement, and genuine community. Julie brought her background in European dance pedagogy, event animation, and fitness. Rafa brought the living heartbeat of Cuban street culture, Capoeira, and Casino. Together in Toronto, they’ve created a studio where anyone—from total beginners to seasoned performers—can discover authentic Latin movement without pretension.
Born in France, Julie began dancing at age 5 in Paris, training in ballet, modern jazz, hip hop, African dance, and salsa. She holds a European diploma in Animation & Event Management and is a certified trainer.
Born and raised in Cuba, Rafa’s dance was forged in the streets, social circles, and musical culture of the island.
Drag or swipe horizontally through live stages, workshops, and festival showcases across Ontario and Quebec.
$80 / HOUR
Accelerate your dance journey with personalized 1-on-1 feedback. Available in Toronto Monday through Saturday, with select Sunday availability in the Kitchener-Waterloo region.
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Forget stiff, awkward high-school dances. Julie and Rafa build natural, joyful, custom routines that fit your song and make you feel confident on your big day.
STARTING $150
Bring dynamic Cuban rhythms, show choreography, and crowd animations to your festival, corporate gala, or private celebration across the GTA, Ontario, and Quebec.
Moments captured from the studio floor, festivals, and Toronto dance halls. Tap any frame to enlarge.
The Annex / Downtown, Toronto.
Home to Tuesday Cuban Salsa & Timba (7:00 PM), Kids Afro/Hip Hop (6:00 PM), and Saturday Zumba (10:30 AM). Steps from Bathurst Station.
Parkdale / Liberty Village, Toronto.
Host to Wednesday Only WomXn Salsa Lady Styling (8:00 PM) and private dance technique on spacious sprung hardwood floors.
Toronto Community Gatherings.
Seasonal open-air community dancing at Trinity Bellwoods Park and energetic Havana social dance nights at Redwood Theatre (1300 Gerrard St E).
Select Sunday masterclasses and private coaching in the KW region, plus corporate animations and festival stage performances across Ontario and Quebec.
Everything you need to know about studio parking, registration, skill levels, partner rotation, and what to bring before stepping onto the floor.
Both of our primary downtown Toronto studio locations are exceptionally well connected by public transit and have convenient street and municipal Green P parking options:
We believe dancing should be accessible, flexible, and free of stressful contracts. You have two convenient ways to join us:
Absolute beginners are welcomed every single week with open arms! You do not need any dance background, rhythm experience, or coordination.
Our classes are structured with progressive layering so you build genuine body memory without feeling overwhelmed:
No partner is required at all! Approximately 75% of our students arrive on their own.
In traditional Cuban Salsa (Casino) and Rueda de Casino, we rotate dance partners throughout the lesson. Here's why our students love partner rotation:
Comfort and floor mobility are the most important factors when choosing what to wear:
We design our class passes to fit your real-world schedule:
Yes! Outside of our group schedule, Julie and Rafa provide bespoke coaching and professional Latin entertainment throughout Toronto and the GTA:
Our Kids Afro / Hip Hop program runs every Tuesday from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM at 509 Bloor St West and is specially crafted for children and youth aged 6 to 14 years old.
Julie & Rafa are always happy to help you find the right class, transit route, or private lesson time.
You don't need years of training or a dance partner. You just need to show up, feel the wood under your feet, and let the rhythm take over.
