4th time’s a charm! Hello everyone, I’m Coach Pat from Nickel City Ninjas. Three years ago, I competed as a STAR and placed 2nd with my dance Pro Zoi Monroy. Two years ago, I wanted to stay involved with this event and was thrilled when MJ asked me to participate as a judge. Last year, […]
Francesca Vairo (Sudbury Judge removed)
Born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario, Francesca Vairo is a focused, driven, and passionate dancer and choreographer, with 20 years of dance training in all genres, specializing in tap. She has created unique, award-winning choreography. She has proven ability to motivate and mentor dancers to reach their highest potential. Recognized most recently for winning Dancing […]
Taylor Austin
Taylor Austin is a born-and-raised Sudbury dancer whose passion for the art form began at a young age. The Ida Sauvé Dance Studio—now Dance Evolution—became her second home at just four years old. By eight, she was dancing competitively, and by eleven, she was assisting in classes, sparking her love for teaching. Throughout her competitive […]
Marc Despatie
Marc Despatie has a long track record in public affairs, having worked for over 15 years in various roles in the Ontario Public Service, including three years in the office of the Minister of Community and Social Services and the Deputy Minister of Francophone Affairs, as well as a year as representative of the Commissioner […]
G-Rant
G-Rant is co-host of Sudbury’s top rated morning show on Hot 93.5. He is also a previous Dancing with the Easter Seals stars contestant, finishing second in 2015. He promises to be a fair judge, and can be easily bribed.
Steven Fuller
Steven is a Director at Soluroc and a passionate supporter of community initiatives across Sudbury. A strong believer in giving back, he’s been involved in multiple local fundraising events, including last year’s Dancing with the Easter Seals Stars where he hit the stage himself and finished with an impressive second-place performance. Professionally, Steven is known […]
Rene Gagne
Rene’s dance journey started quietly at 19 at the Canadian Showcase, training in jazz, hip hop, and partner work. As he moved through Sudbury’s salsa and bachata scene, and later into the flowing world of Zouk in Toronto, the dance became less about steps and more about listening. Listening to rhythm, to energy, to connection. […]
Gaby Onadja
My name is Coach Gab, and I’m a personal trainer at Healthy Living Elite Training Facility and a pro dancer here in Sudbury. Whether I’m coaching in the gym or performing on the dance floor, my mission is the same — to inspire movement, build confidence, and help people discover their strength. Being part of […]
Zoi Monroy
Zoi immigrated to Canada from Venezuela over nineteen years ago, embracing a new chapter filled with opportunity, growth, and connection. For the past seventeen years, she has proudly called Sudbury home, where she has successfully built three businesses across diverse industries. Among them, her passion for teaching Latin dance has earned her the reputation as […]
