The DQ Ballroom & Fitness Team

Who We Are

We are teachers, trainers, judges, choreographers, and competitive and social dancers. We are also fitness professionals committed to injury prevention, sports fitness and seniors fitness. Learn more about our exciting team below!

Our Mission

Our mission is to make dance and fitness fun and easy for absolute beginners and advanced students alike. We are committed to providing quality instruction, improving health and fitness, and creating a sense of community!

Our Core Values

  • Passion for dancing and fitness and sharing our knowledge
  • Care for our students 
  • Love of community and a welcoming environment
  • Consistency in maintaining an effective, open and friendly learning environment
  • Care for the health and fitness of everyone who steps through our ballroom doors

Melanie Bussiere

Co-Founder
Ballroom & Personal Trainer

Lionel Doonan

Co-Founder
Ballroom & Personal Trainer

Richard Lifshitz

Ballroom & Latin Instructor

Barbara Bondariuk

Salsa, Bachata, Reggaeton Instructor

Laura Robinson

Ballroom & Latin Instructor

Bogdan Cojocaru

Personal Trainer

Virginie Primeau

Nikita Druzhynin

Dmytro

Jean-Sebastien

Stephanie Bourov

Ballroom & Latin Instructor