~MEET OUR TEAM~
JAMAICA FRASER
COMPETITIVE & RECREATIONAL
INSTRUCTOR
Jamaica Fraser is a dance coach, choreographer, and emerging dance artist. Throughout her dance training, Jamaica focused on ballet, contemporary, and jazz. She has attended programs such as the School of Cadence Ballet Summer Intensive, Fresh Dance Intensive, and Ignite, among others. She is an alumni of George Brown College Dance Performance diploma program and was recently selected to choreograph at the 2019 In Haüs where she had the opportunity to work with George Brown College dance students and debuted her first choreographic piece titled “The Apocalypse of Love”. During her time at George Brown, Jamaica had the privilege of being taught by notable teachers and choreographers such as, Hanna Kiel, Derek Sangster, Ryan Kelly, Ryan Lee, Tina Fushell, Nicola Pantin, Cindy Macedo, Laetitia Clement, and Kathleen Rea.
Jamaica has performed in productions of In Haüs, Unleashed, Lofty Goal Project and Beats and Intentions. She also performed in the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games.
Jamaica has successfully completed the BATD associate level in ballet and RAD Advanced 1 and is currently working towards the ADAPT syllabus certification training program. She is a dance educator that teaches her students about technique and artistry so they can progress to be the best dancer they can be.
RAYSHAWN PALMER
ARTISITC DIRECTOR
From an early age, Rayshawn's profound affinity for the arts became evident. Embarking on his artistic journey, he devoted himself to dance, immersing in a diverse array of styles including Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Acrobatics, and Hip-Hop through weekly classes. His commitment to the craft led him to compete and partake in numerous performances across North America. Rayshawn's pursuit of excellence extended to his education, culminating in his graduation from Mayfield S.S. as a Regional Dance Arts Major and his enrollment in George Brown College's esteemed Business Management program. Alongside mastering techniques under renowned choreographers, Rayshawn's passion for instruction emerged, compelling him to establish Dynasty in 2013—a safe and dynamic platform for students to learn, grow, and revel in the joy of dance.
Under Rayshawn's mentorship, his students have achieved remarkable accomplishments, garnering numerous top choreography awards, special accolades, scholarships, and overall honors in multiple competitions throughout North America. Beyond his dance-oriented endeavors, Rayshawn has been actively involved with philanthropic initiatives, collaborating with organizations such as the Canadian Mental Health Association, Big Brother, and the Sick Kids Foundation. As a fervent believer in the transformative power of dance and compassion, Rayshawn aspires to inspire his students not only to excel as dancers but also to contribute meaningfully to those in need, thereby leaving a positive impact on their communities.
TYANNA LEWIS
COMPETITIVE & RECREATIONAL
INSTRUCTOR
~BIOGRAPHY COMING SOON~