FORT McMURRAY
AUGUST 25 – 27, 2026
3-DAY EVENT
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS
YMM Dance Company is proud to present a 3-Day Event full of top instructors from across Canada here in Fort McMurray, AB.
FEATURED INSTRUCTORS

ASHLEY SWEETT

EMILY TUBBS-WAY

LAUREN TRUONG

SHAWN BYFIELD
Ashley Sweett is a Vancouver-based dance artist, choreographer, educator, and adjudicator
with over 20 years of experience in the performing arts.
Her performance credits span film, television, and stage, including projects with NBC, Netflix, Disney, and Nickelodeon, while her choreography has been presented internationally and through local platforms such as Dancing on the Edge, Small Stage, The Lovers Cabaret, and her own collective, Sweett Moves.
Ashley’s greatest passion lies in education and mentorship. Through more than 20 years of teaching and choreographing, she has helped nurture the growth and success of countless dancers, fostering creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of the arts.
Emily is an award-winning choreographer with 17 years of experience in Hip-Hop/commercial dance.
She has competed and performed internationally in cities like Los Angeles, Singapore, New York, Hawaii, Boston, and Montreal. Emily has directed dance videos and commercials for West Edmonton Mall, the NHL with Gene Principe, and choreographed a fashion show with Mode Models. She has also performed live with artists such as Nelly, Jay Sean, Roy Woods, Kuzi Cee, and Manila Grey.
Committed to bringing out excellence in her students, Emily remains dedicated to sharing her love for dance and creating opportunities for the next generation of artists to grow, connect, and thrive.
Lauren Truong is a versatile professional dancer, teacher and choreographer, working across major stage productions and live performances.
Her training includes advanced RAD syllabus and excelling in styles such as jazz, lyrical, ballet, contemporary, tap and hiphop.
Lauren’s career has taken her from performances like the Aura Tour with Diljit Dosanjh, to The 2026 FIFA World Cup in Toronto with artists like Alessia Cara and Nora Fatehi.
With Lauren’s love for style and movement quality, she continues to help dancers find their own unique movement, bringing an exciting new energy to all her classes and choreography.
Award-Winning Choreographer, Expert Adjudicator and Super-Fun Dance Authority
Shawn Byfield sets the bar as a highly respected coach, choreographer and outstanding adjudicator for dance competitions and festivals. He is also the creator of Dance Teacher Playbook on LeaderPass, a game-changing resource that helps teachers master class dynamics, build stronger student connections, and lead with confidence.
Shawn (ShawnByfield.com) is a DORA MAVOR MOORE AWARD™ winning choreographer, a GEMINI AWARD™ nominee and a two-time BLACK CANADIANS AWARD™ nominee. With over 40 years of experience, he’s an energizing instructor and veteran performer dedicated to elevating dancers and teachers alike.
As an educator trained in tap dance, hip hop, jazz, modern, ballet, musical theatre and more, Shawn coaches thousands of dancers nationwide. He also created Byfield Dance Experience, Canada’s first all-adult dance studio! As a mindset coach and author of “You Came To Slay!”, he helps dancers build confidence, overcome self-doubt and develop a strong mindset for both the studio and life. His book is a must- read for dancers 12+ who want to unlock their full potential, and strengthen their mental resilience.
Shawn is a veteran of film and TV, working with stars Adam Sandler, Gregory Hines, Twitch, Zac Efron, Nasri from Magic!, Andrea Martin, Derek Hough, Barry Lather, BoA, Jason Priestley and others. Credits include Sneakerella (Disney+), My Spy (Amazon Prime), Self Made (Netflix), HAIRSPRAY, Make Your Move, The Music Man, The Cheetah Girls (remember that?!) and more!
Most importantly, he is a wired encourager and a positive role model. As a certified coach and trainer through Maxwell Leadership™ , Shawn regularly motivates on his Instagram @ShawnByfield, nationwide on The DanceBug Channel, through workshops, and speaking on stages. His energetic lessons and guidance leave dancers and audiences excited for the future.
MINI
(AGES 4-6)
JUNIOR
(AGE 7-10)
INTER
(AGE 11-13)
SENIOR
(AGE 14+)
ITTY BITTY / MINI SESSIONS

LYRICAL
Miss Ashley
T 9:30 am – 10:15 am
TH 10:30 am – 11:15 am

JAZZ
Miss Lauren
T 10:30 am – 11:15 am
W 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
TH 1:00 pm -1:45 pm

TAP
Mr Shawn
T 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
TH 9:30 am – 10:15 am

HIP HOP
Miss Emily
T 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
W 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
TH 11:30 am – 12:15 pm

CONTEMPORARY
Miss Ashley
T 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
W 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
TH 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
Miss Lauren
W 9:30 am – 10:15 am
JUNIOR SESSIONS

HIP HOP
Miss Emily
T 9:30 am – 10:15 am
W 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
TH 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

TAP
Mr Shawn
T 10:30 am – 11:15 am
W 2:00 pm – 2:45p m
TH 1:00 pm – 1:45p m

LYRICAL
Miss Ashley
T 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
W 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm
TH 11:30 am – 12:15 pm

JAZZ
Miss Lauren
T 1:00pm – 1:45pm
TH 9:30 am – 10:15 am

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
Miss Lauren
T 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm
W 11:30 am – 12:15 pm

MUSICAL THEATRE
Mr Shawn
W 9:30 am – 10:15 am
TH 3:00 pm- 3:45 pm
INTER SESSIONS

JAZZ
Miss Lauren
T 9:30 am – 10:15 am
TH 10:30 am – 11:15am

LYRICAL
Miss Ashley
T 10:30 am – 11:15 am
W 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
TH 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm

HIP HOP
Miss Emily
T 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
W 11:10 am – 12:15 pm
TH 9:30 am – 10:15 am

TAP
Mr Shawn
T 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
TH 11:30 am – 12:15 pm

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
Miss Lauren
T 2:00 pm – 2:45 p
W 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
TH 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

MUSICAL THEATRE
Mr Shawn
T 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm
W 10:30 am – 11:15 am

CONTEMPORARY
Miss Ashley
W 9:30 am – 10:15 am
SENIOR SESSIONS

TAP
Mr Shawn
T 9:30 am – 10:15 am
TH 10:30 am – 11:15 am

HIP HOP
Miss Emily
T 10:30 am – 11:15 am
W 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
TH 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm

JAZZ
Miss Lauren
T 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
W 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm
TH 11:30 am – 12:15 pm

LYRICAL
Miss Ashley
T 1:00pm – 1:45 pm
TH 9:30 am – 10:15 am

MUSICAL THEATRE
Mr Shawn
T 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
W 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
TH 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm

CONTEMPORARY
Miss Ashley
T 3:00pm – 3:45 pm
W 11:30 am – 12:45 pm
TH 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
Miss Lauren
W 10:30 am – 11:15 am
**PUBLIC WELCOME**
JUNIOR/INTER/SENIOR
FULL 3-DAY PASS ………. $375
FULL 1-DAY PASS ………. $150
1/2 DAY PASS ………. $90
2 CLASS STYLE PASS ………. $65
1 CLASS DROP-IN ……….. $35
ITTY BITTY/MINI
FULL 3-DAY PASS ………. $350
FULL 1-DAY PASS ………. $140
1/2 DAY PASS (AM Session) ………. $90
1/2 DAY PASS (PM Session) ………. $80
2 CLASS STYLE PASS ………. $65
1 CLASS DROP-IN ………. $35
YMM DANCE CO – SUMMER INTENSIVE 2026
AUGUST 25 – 27, 2026
MacDonald Island
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