Minutes from Waterloo
Dance Classes for Waterloo
Hip-hop, heels, K-pop, and contemporary — a 10-minute drive or a straight ION ride down King Street from uptown Waterloo.
Getting here from Waterloo
By car
About 10 minutes from uptown Waterloo down King Street. Street parking and several downtown Kitchener garages are right nearby.
By ION light rail
The ION runs the length of King Street. Hop off at Frederick or Kitchener City Hall and you're a short walk from our door — no car needed.
From campus
Quick to reach from UW, Laurier, and Conestoga. Plenty of our students fit drop-in classes around lectures and labs.
Why Waterloo dancers make the trip
Kollective Studios is a downtown Kitchener dance and fitness studio built around adults — students, young professionals, and total beginners. A large slice of our community comes from Waterloo precisely because there's no pressure, no long-term contract, and no experience required to walk in.
Classes stay small — typically 8–14 people — so you get real attention from the instructor instead of getting lost in a crowd. Drop-in classes mean you can come when your week allows, which is exactly what makes it work for a packed university or work schedule.
Whether you're chasing the music-video choreography you've been replaying, want to feel powerful in heels, or just need an hour that isn't a lecture hall or an office, this is a room that's genuinely glad you showed up.
Upcoming classes
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ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
Open Level · Admin · May 31
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Sculpt & Slay
Beginner/Intermediate · Emily · May 31
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Hip Hop Heels
Open Level · Nina · Jun 1
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Twerk
Open Level · Lauren Chae · Jun 1
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Contemporary
Open Level · Samantha Diehl · Jun 1
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KPOP
Open Level · Camille Orate · Jun 1
What students say
“The first thing I noticed about classes at Kollective was how welcoming of an atmosphere Kezea created. At my previous dance studios it felt like nobody really cared, but at Kollective if I'm not there people will notice (in a good way!). It's a wonderful safe space from all the toxicity and competition often found in other studios.”
“When I first joined her heels class, I had very little experience with this style of dance and was honestly quite nervous. However, Kezea created such an empowering environment, that I found myself growing more confident with each session. Kezea always pushed us, not with the focus of perfecting her own choreography, but for us to realize our own potential. Her motivation and encouragement not only transformed me into a better dancer, but also fostered a level of confidence within me that I had never experienced before. I’m so excited to keep learning from her at Kollective Khaos. And if you’re reading this, feeling hesitant to try something new: take the leap. Kezea will show you that you are more capable than you think, and I promise you won’t regret it.”
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is the studio from Waterloo?
- We're in downtown Kitchener at 259 King Street West — about a 10-minute drive from uptown Waterloo and the University of Waterloo / Wilfrid Laurier campuses. The ION light rail also runs right down King Street, so you can come car-free.
- Do a lot of Waterloo students come to your classes?
- Yes — a big part of our adult community comes from Waterloo, including students from UW, Laurier, and Conestoga. Drop-in classes are popular because they fit around a class schedule with no long-term commitment.
- Is there parking near the studio?
- There's street parking on King Street and several nearby parking garages in downtown Kitchener. If you take the ION, the Frederick and Kitchener City Hall stops are both a short walk away.
- I've never danced before — can I still join?
- Absolutely. Our beginner drop-in classes are built for first-timers. You don't need experience, a partner, or any specific fitness level — just comfortable clothes you can move in.
- What styles can I take?
- Hip-hop, heels, K-pop, contemporary, and dance-fit, plus private and wedding lessons. Levels are clearly marked so you can find a class that matches where you're at.
- What's the best way to try it out?
- The Trial Pass gives you two weeks of unlimited drop-in classes for one flat price — the easiest way to sample a few styles before committing.
Worth the short trip
The Trial Pass gives you 2 weeks of unlimited drop-in classes — hip-hop, heels, K-pop, and more. Pay once, book as many classes as you want.