Kaia Esnard

Kaia Esnard, is an 18-year-old emerging dance talent from Richmond Hill. She is known for her dedication, fiery spirit, fun-loving nature and undeniable passion for dance. A graduate from Vlad’s Dance Company, Kaia has trained and worked with some of the industry’s most renowned choreographers, including Kirsten Russel, Molly Long, Talia Favia, Wade Robson, Bizzy Boom, Jamal Sims, Amanda May, Jordan Clark, Vlad Novitski, Brandon Croisetiere, and Michael Prince. Her extensive training spans a wide variety of styles, including contemporary, jazz, tap, hip-hop, ballet, acro, lyrical, Hawaiian dance, and Polynesian dance. 

Kaia has also made a name for herself in the television and film industry, appearing in notable projects such as “13 The Musical” and “I Woke Up A Vampire,” both on Netflix, as well as Warner Bros’ “Trap,” and “Circuit Breakers” by Apple Studios. Additionally, she has showcased her talent on programs like CityTV’s Breakfast Television and in various high-profile commercials, including the Dove Hair Campaign with Kelly Rowland and the Nike Air Max DN x Capsule x Run The Flex campaign. Kaia especially loves live performances,  having played Martha Cratchett in SoulPepper Theatre’s “A Christmas Carol,” participated in Disney’s Animation Immersive Experience, danced at CNE’s International Stage Performance, the Solar Fusion Showcase and more.

Kaia is now embarking on a new chapter as a choreographer and teacher. With three years of experience choreographing competitive dances, she is currently teaching at three competitive dance studios—Vlad’s Dance Company, Sandra Amodeo Dance Studio, and CB Dance Academy—where she shares her creativity and passion with a wide range of aspiring dancers. Kaia looks forward to continuing her artistic journey and inspiring others through dance.