Ontario Qualifier 1
Kick off the national qualifier circuit at Ontario 1. This premier sanctioned event features world-class masterclasses and high-stakes rankings within our vibrant, supportive local dance community.
Date: August 21–23, 2026
Time: Schedule posted below
Location: Bingemans Conference Centre, 425 Bingemans Centre Dr.
Guest Instructors
Guyton Mundy
Line Dance
Vicky Yeung
Country Swing
Workshop Highlights
Join these global leaders for deep-dives into technique, musicality, and performance dynamics throughout the event weekend.
Judging Panel
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Tara Acton
Vanessa Johnston
Cathy Montgomery
Jeff Sheppard
Rule Modifications for Ontario Qualifier 1
The following modifications are event-specific changes to the standard True North Line Dance rules for Ontario Qualifier 1. Only the dances listed below are affected.
High Class → Wall 3 begins after the restart.
Banana Boat → Flair allowed after AB1.
Tip Toe → Flair allowed after AA* B.
Full Weekend Schedule
Friday, August 21
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15:30 – 18:30 – Private lessons available
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18:30 – Doors open for social
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19:30 – 20:15 – Josh Vincent
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21:00 – 21:45 – Andrew Hyatt
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21:45 – 00:00 – All request open dance
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Social dancing between all performances.
Saturday, August 22
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9:30 – 11:30 – Private lessons available
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11:45 – Doors open for workshop
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12:00 – 14:00 – Guyton Mundy workshop – Part 1
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14:00 – 15:00 – Lunch break
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15:00 – 17:00 – Guyton Mundy workshop – Part 2
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17:30 – 1:00 – Social dance & competition
Sunday, August 23
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10:45 – Doors open for workshop
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11:00 – 13:00 – Swing workshop – Part 1
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13:00 – 14:00 – Lunch break
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14:00 – 16:00 – Swing workshop – Part 2