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OUR STORY

"If you told 11 year old me I'd run a dance studio at 17, I'd laugh"

Dancer at Dance Competition
5 chasse dance school dancers with Abbie in group huddle at mall performance 2026

From a lifelong ballet foundation to discovering the competitive dance world through a YouTube rabbit hole — to building an award-winning school at 13. 

This is Chasse Dance School.

Age 3 Dancer in costume

2012

A Love for Dance Begins

Abbie began dancing at age three, training primarily in ballet and Chinese dance. Years of classical training built the discipline, technique, and passion that would later become the foundation of Chasse Dance School.

Dancer at Dance Competition

2020–2021

A New World of Dance

During the pandemic, Abbie discovered the world of competitive dance. Through countless hours of watching performances, studying choreography, and teaching herself new styles, a new vision began to take shape.

The belief that passion and dedication matter more than experience continues to guide Chasse today.

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Abbie with dancers at chasse gala holding up an award

2022-23 | Season 1

Where It All Started

At just 13 years old, Abbie launched Chasse with a school dance team of nine dancers.

One team. One routine. One big dream.

2023-24 | Season 2

Taking the Stage

Chasse expanded beyond the school setting, launching official programs and entering its first competitive dance events across the GTA.

The team quickly earned Top 10 placements and choreography awards while training just once a week.

dancers heads in circle group shot from above heart hands
Chasse Dance School dancers win $500 Peoples Choice Award at pacific mall toronto

2024-25 | Season 3

Growing the Community

Season Three introduced Chasse's first Summer Camp, featuring dance, sports, arts, field trips, and a live community performance.

Abbie was also awarded a Student Summer Company Grant, helping support the studio's continued growth.

This season also introduced the annual Miss Chasse Dance Award, celebrating leadership, kindness, and dedication.

2025-26 | Season 4

A Breakthrough Year

Season Four marked major milestones for Chasse.

  • BACK-TO-BACK People's Choice Award winner at Stars of Tomorrow

  • Over 100 routines choreographed

  • More than 500 hours of dance instruction delivered

  • Abbie became a National Champion in Track & Field Champion, reflecting the same commitment to excellence that defines the studio.

Chasse Dance School Dancer Miya Li Leaping on Competitive Dance Stage in Lyrical solo

2026-27 & Beyond

What's Next?

New dancers are finding their place every season. This is just the beginning.

If you're Reading this — you're here at the right time.

Meet Abbie
The Coach Behind It All.

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Abbie Li founded Chasse Dance School at 13 and has been running it ever since. At 17, she's National level Athlete in Track and Field, a certified swim instructor, ski instructor, acrobatic arts instructor, Standard First Aid & CPR certified, High Five certified, and the choreographer behind every single routine Chasse has ever performed.

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The reason Chasse produces the results it does is simple: Abbie has been an elite competitor her whole life. She understands what it takes to perform under pressure, fall short and come back harder, and build the kind of internal drive that shows up in every room — not just the studio.

She genuinely loves this. The kids aren't a side project — they're the whole point.

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  • National Champion in Track & Field

  • Certified Swim Instructor (CLS)

  • Certified Ski Instructor (CSIA)

  • Acrobatic Arts Instructor

  • Standard First Aid & Emergency CPR

  • High Five Certified

  • Chasse Dance Summer - SCP Government Grant Recipient

  • 100+ Routines Choreographed

  • Award-Winning Choreographer

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