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Body
With Leo Andromeda
Come learn the basics of body starting with how to walk with confidence to posing practice, mock battles, and everything in between. This class is open to all levels and come ready to show your body in clothing you’re comfortable in ie male figures i suggest shorts or briefs, female figures i suggest bikini or sports bra and shorts.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Bizarre
With Anomaly Juicy Couture
Step into the Anomaly, and join us for a hands on puppet making class as we explore different mechanisms and structures that add movement and complexity to your bizarre.
Some craft supplies will be provided, but be encouraged to bring your own tools or materials if you’d like to share with the class or have a vision for what you want to make.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Open Level Vogue Femme
With Princess Kachonda Jeremy Scott
This class is for people of any level of understanding of vogue. We will focus on finding your personal style, cleaning the elements, experimenting with different music and practicing different techniques of vogue. Bring comfortable shoes to vogue in and water.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
The Scary Movie Kiki Ball
SCARY MOVIES: KIKI BALL
What's you favourite scary movie?
Presented by the VKBA | OTY Ball
November 1st, 2026 | 📍The Dance Centre (Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver, BC)
Doors at 3:00 pm >> LSS at 4:00 pm
What's your favourite scary movie?
The phone is ringing. The lights are flickering. Something is lurking in the shadows…
One last warning...
Once the lights go down, there’s no guarantee everyone will make it to the end of the movie.
Tickets:
Walkers Early Bird: $5
Walkers: $7.50
Spectator Early Bird: $20
Espectator General Admission: $25
Tables: $125
DJ: Princess Kachonda Jeremy Scott
MC: Pegasus 007
VKBA is welcoming donations from sponsors to support the ball. Reach out via email at info@vkba.ca or dm us on instagram.
If you are unable to pay for tickets but would like to attend the ball, please email info@vkba.ca, no one is refused entry for lack of funds. Please contact us by noon of October 29th, 2026.
Any questions feel free to DM us or email info@vkba.ca
Categories
Virgin Runway:
Step into the darkness and give us an all-black inspired effect.
Virgin Performance:
She’s innocent, she’s programmed and she’s ready to perform. Bring us in an effect inspired by M3GAN.
OTA Face:
Serve us the face that belongs in every horror movie. Bring in an inspired/elevated Ghostface mask and reveal the assassin hiding underneath.
OTA Runway
Dark glamour, powerful silhouettes, wide-brimmed hats, lace, leather, and mystical details. Enter the coven with attitude, confidence, and a powerful walk. Bring us a look inspired by American Horror Story: Coven and serve the energy of a witch who knows exactly how powerful they are.
OTA Best Dressed:
Till death do us part… Ghostly glamour, Victorian silhouettes, torn wedding gowns, dramatic veils, delicate lace and gothic romance. Bring us your most hauntingly beautiful effect inspired by Corpse Bride movies.
OTA Performance:
I am a star… show us the sweet farm girl you are who dreams of becoming a star and the darker side that emerges when the dream starts slipping away. Bring us an effect inspired by Pearl and give us a performance that captures her desperate ambition, twisted innocence and a hunger for the spotlight.
Bizarre:
You weren’t supposed to be there…Step into The Backrooms and bring us a bizarre effect that feels like it slipped through the walls of reality. Lose reality. Break the rules. Give us BIZARRE.
Must bring a printed reference.
OTA Body:
Take your body beyond the ordinary and show us the version of yourself you’ve never dared to become. Bring us in an effect inspired by The Substance.
Club Kid Face:
Your face is your canva. Transform your face with extreme makeup, exaggerated features, graphic details, distorted shapes, bold colors, and surreal textures. Step into the sewer and bring us your most outrageous club- kid interpretation of Pennywise from IT.
Commentator VS. Commentator:
The body is possessed, the room is spinning, and the devil has entered the building! Grab the mic and give us a chant powerful enough to send the devil straight back to hell. Your chant MUST include the word “EXORCISM.”
Old Way VS. New Way:
Freddy or Jason? The nightmare has arrived, and two horror legends are ready for battle. Give us character, attitude, and enough performance to make the floor feel like a horror movie.
Old Way: Bring it in a Jason Voorhees inspired effect.
New Way: Bring it in Freddy Kruger inspired effect.
OTA Sex Appeal:
Ethereal beauty, flower crowns, flowing white silhouettes, pagan-inspired details, and an unsettling sensuality hiding beneath the innocence. Bring it in a cult-inspired Midsommar movie effect.
Hands Performance:
Step into the dark, twisted world of Wednesday Addams and bring Thing along for the performance. Bring it in an effect inspired by Wednesday’s darkness, gothic elegance, and eerie personality, while letting your hands channel the unpredictable movements and mischievous spirit of Thing.
OTA Realness:
The movie is playing, the lights are low, and you’re one of the characters. Bring it in a character of the Scary Movie franchise and make us believe you just stepped straight out of the movie.
Must have a printed reference.
Hands Performance
With Mother Katria Gvasalia
"Join us for a Hands Performance class with Calgary Mother Katria Gvasalia!
We will be drilling and going through exercises followed by a short combo.
This class is open to all, but is perfect for those who have had an intro to hands performance and are looking to expand further. "
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Seduce the Room: Sex Appeal / Sex Siren (+19)
With Zayde Gvasalia
In this class we will be breaking down the core elements and differences between sex appeal and sex siren. This is a beginner level class but all levels are welcome. In this session we go over the art of seduction and the physicality of sensual movement. Be prepared to explore sensuality, body control and performance.
Special notes: Please dress in something you can comfortably move in. Heels are encouraged but optional.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
All American Runway
With Father Tai Lung Jeremy Scott
Join Father Tai Lung as he goes over the fundamentals and flavours of All American Runway. All experience levels are welcome to come practice their pump and receive feedback and tips and tricks to receive their 10's and for battles. We'll be going over the walks, poses, and turns as well as what draws you to All American and what inspires you to walk and choose your effects. Wear something you feel fab/feel free to bring clean indoor shoes to walk in as well!
Outdoor shoes are not allowed in the studio. However, you can use clean indoor shoes if you'd like.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Face
With Princess Red Juicy Couture
The only way to capture true beauty is to let it radiate from within.
In this class we will tap into our beautiful faces, I will be breaking down the elements of face and learning how to battle
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Realness
With Prince Sufi Andromeda
This class will focus on the different sub categories and how they are judged on their visual and behavioral ability to "pass" as cisgender or heterosexual within mainstream society.
This class is meant for any future or current realness walkers. None realness walkers and future judges who wish to learn more about the category are welcome to attend, but please be mindful of the space you take up in class discussions and during class exercises.
*Context:
Realness is an art form rooted in black and brown queer and trans survival, and is a founding category to ballroom history. For some trans men and trans women, walking realness remains a profound celebration of their private, everyday transition and their ability to live safely "in stealth" in the outside world. Mainstream media like RuPaul’s Drag Race has commercialized the term "realness" - diluting it into a simple catchphrase for "looking good," which strips away its political and historical depth as a tool against marginalization. Today, this category remains as a pillar category to ballroom communities worldwide, offering the future generation with tools of survival in disagreeable societies 2SLGBTQIA+ communities are forced to navigate. While it remains a major and highly competitive category, contemporary discussions heavily debate on how it fits into an evolving understanding of identity. With an honest critique of queer and trans safety concerns that remain today.
Realness gender break down definitions:
Trans women (Femme Queen), Trans Men (TM), cis women and AFAB who present masculine (Butches), cis men and AMAB who present masculine (Butch Queen), cis men and AMAB's who present female (Drags).
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Vogue Femme - Beginner Level
With Pabllo Mulan
Get ready to Vogue Femme!
This beginner-level class explores the five core elements: hands, catwalk, duckwalk, floor performance, spins & dips. We will also talk about how to confidently hit the floor for the first time.
Open to folks with or without dance experience.
Pack your bag: knee pads, water, towel, and all that good energy!
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
European Runway Fundamentals
With Mother Bee Gvasalia
In this class, we will be breaking down the basics of a clean walk for European Runway. This session will go over the do’s and don’ts for runway, understanding the physicality of a walk, and offers practical guidance on how to achieve a smooth and fluid walk. This class is intended as a beginners class but all levels are welcome.
Participants who walk in heels are also encouraged to bring their own but not required.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
PLAYBACK: T.V Transvestite
Presented by BlackOut Collective in partnership with Vancouver Black Library
Join Black Out for the second edition of Playback Movie Night!
This month, we’re screening T.V. Transvestite (1982), directed by Simone di Bagno and Michele Capozzi. Filmed years before Paris Is Burning, this rare documentary takes us inside a House of LaBeija ball held in a Harlem bingo hall, capturing legends including Pepper LaBeija, Dorian Corey, and Sugar at a pivotal moment in Ballroom history—before voguing had taken its now-familiar form and at the beginning of the AIDS crisis.
More than a glimpse into an earlier era, T.V. Transvestite is a vibrant record of the creativity, competition, glamour, and community that have always been at the heart of Ballroom. Come watch, learn, and connect as we revisit the people and moments that helped shape the culture we carry forward today.
Please note: The film’s title reflects historical language that may be considered outdated or offensive today.
Come watch. Come learn. Come connect.
Presented by Black Out in partnership with Vancouver Black Library
September 4, 2026 (6-9pm)
Vancouver Black Library - 268 Keefer St, Unit #072
This event is open to all community members
Black Folks FREE
Trans/ Non Binary Inidgenous Folks & Poc FREE
Everyone else By Donation (recommend $5-$10)
6:00PM - Arrival and mingle
6:30PM - Movie begins
9:00 PM - End
Drinks and snacks will be provided.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact blackout.van on instagram or email blackout@vancouverballroom.ca
Class is in Pacific Standard Time
BlackOut Collective, is a grassroots organization run by and for Black folk with the goal of making Ballroom accessible to Black folk and youth in the Metro Vancouver area. Founded in 2024, the BlackOut Collective hosts monthly open sessions for Black 2SLGBTQI+, serving as a space to be seen, celebrated, and to practice their respective categories in Ballroom, modelled after the underground New York Ballroom Scene that first emerged in the 1960s.
Ballroom 101
With Mother Bee Gvasalia
Step into the history, culture and community of ballroom. This introductory class traces ballroom’s roots in Black and Latinx queer and trans communities, explores the evolution of its categories and houses, and looks at the language, traditions and figures that shaped the scene we know today. Whether you’re new to ballroom or looking to deepen your understanding, come ready to learn, connect and honour the legacy behind the movement.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Pride Workshop & Mini Ball
@ Concord Pacific Celebration Zone (on Bute and Davie)
4:30 - 5:00 pm
Runway Workshop with Vancouver Mother Bee Gvasalia. Open to all levels!
5:00 - 6:30 pm
Colors of Pride Mini Ball
Commentator: Com v Com OTY Princess Pegasus Pink Lady
DJ: DJ OTY Princess Kachonda Jeremy Scott
Bring it in any color in the Pride Flag
OTA BODY $100
OTA FACE $100
STREET STYLE $100
OTA PERFORMANCE $100
OTA RUNWAY $100
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
All American Runway
With Sufi Andromeda
TBC
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
THE POSH BALL WORKSHOPS, TESTING & POTLUCK
POSH BALL 2026
Workshops, Testing & Potluck
SUNDAY, JULY 27th - at THE DANCE CENTRE
$10 per class
max 30 people / Class
TESTING: 2-7 PM
HIM, in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health, is excited to provide HIV/STI testing and Mpox vaccination during the POSH BALL Workshop Series on Sunday, July 26, 2026.
Confidential standard HIV and STI testing (syphilis, chlamydia, & gonorrhea) and Mpox vaccines will be available from 2 pm until 7 pm. No MSP or address is needed for this free testing.
HIM staff will be identifiable on-site to help folks looking to access testing services.
POTLUCK: 4-7 PM WITH VKBA
12-1: 30 pm VOGUE FEMME WORKSHOP WITH ICON OA FOUND FATHER “KING OF VOGUE” DASHAUN WESLEY BASQUIAT
A lifelong dancer & performer Dashaun has wowed crowds with his outstanding, unique vogue dance style & charismatic personality!
His dedication, talent and ambition has landed Dashaun on MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew, in international commercials for Coca Cola and inspired the creation of the Hip Hop dance “The 5000” making him an internet and media sensation, garnering millions of hits on Youtube.
Dashaun currently travels the world touring with his dance company & hosting international dance competitions in Helsinki, Finland, Stockholm, Sweden, St. Petersburg, Russia & Hong Kong, China.
12 - 1:30 pm WE ARE THE ARCHIVE with PIONEER ODU ADAMU & Simone Chnarakis
Over recent years, “archiving” has become a trendy conversation. But what is archival? Why is it important? And why is it essential for us to collect and curate our own archives? WE ARE THE ARCHIVE is an interactive experience using film and other media to share ballroom history and shed light on how we are our own Essential Storytellers!
1:30 - 3 pm OLD WAY with ICON DAEBRIAN BALENCIAGA
Class will begin with a brief history of Old Way, then we’ll get into a full breakdown of the many styles - Pop Dip and Spin, Excalibur/Attack, Bangy Vogue, The Oldway Classic.
Then we’ll rehearse the basics - Creating your signature breakdown, Rehearsing the 5 elements
Finale- Class performs their 10’s (a collective breakdown of everything learned from the workshop)
Bio -Icon Daebrian Balenciaga is a revered figure in the mainstream ballroom scene, celebrated for excellence in the Old Way category. He joined the House of Balenciaga in 2004 in Atlanta, GA, originally walking Butch Queen Schoolboy Realness. After training under Jamal Milan and Dawan Milan (Ex Aga's), he transitioned into Old Way.
Under Jamal Milan’s mentorship, Daebrian developed into a dominant force, earning over 17 “Of the Year” awards from state to state and winning countless battles against the top legends of his time. Once referred to as the "Prince of The Oldway" his performances have inspired a new generation of Old Way walkers. Daebrian is also credited for teaching legendary Brian Aga-Mugler amongst others.
Now West Coast Father of the House of Balenciaga and recently deemed an Icon, Daebrian leads a rising group of stars, statements and legends, dedicated to teaching the importance of history, legacy, and craft within ballroom and the house of Champions.
1:30 - 3 pm The Art of Seduction with Iconic Founding Father Jamari Marc Jacobs
Step into your power and discover the art of captivating a room without saying a word. The Art of Seduction is a dynamic Sex Siren class designed to explore confidence, charisma, body awareness, and the subtle elements of sex appeal. Participants will learn how to command attention through movement, presence, energy, and self-expression while embracing their most authentic and alluring selves.
Whether you’re walking the ballroom floor, performing on stage, or simply looking to elevate your confidence, this workshop will help you unlock the tools to embody sensuality, magnetism, and undeniable star power.
Confidence. Presence. Seduction. Power.
Come ready to move, explore, and tap into your inner Sex Siren.
3-4:30 European runway with Iconic West Coast Mother Gia Tisci
THE POSH BALL
POSH BALL 2026
CODES OF FASHION
A Mainstream Ballroom Function
Presented by Canadian Mother Posh Basquiat and Vancouver Ballroom Arts Society
Saturday - July 25, 2026
The Pearl - 881 Granville St (19+ only)
DOORS 6 pm / LSS 7 pm
FEATURING DJ - The Iconic DJ MikeQ
COMMENTATOR - Iconic Overall Father Dashaun Basquiat
HOST - Icon Jack Mizrahi Gorgeous Gucci
Categories
2026 Awards Ball
VKBA AWARDS BALL 2026
PINK IS THE COLOUR OF MY…
Presented by Vancouver Kiki Ballroom Alliance
Friday - July 24, 2026
The Dance Centre - 677 Davie St (all ages)
DOORS 5 pm / LSS 6 pm
AWARD HOSTS - Legendary OA Mother Posh Gvasalia & Legendary Mother Ivy Andromeda
COMMENTATOR - Iconic OA Father Twysted Siriano
DJ - Legendary Canadian Godmother Juju Louboutin
Categories
TBA
Old Way
With Legenday Father Ali Old Navy
Oldway workshop with Ali Old Navy Donyale Luna - All levels welcome, knee pads recommended
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
BlackOut Open Session
Class is in Pacific Standard Time
BlackOut Collective, is a grassroots organization run by and for Black folk with the goal of making Ballroom accessible to Black folk and youth in the Metro Vancouver area. Founded in 2024, the BlackOut Collective hosts monthly open sessions for Black 2SLGBTQI+, serving as a space to be seen, celebrated, and to practice their respective categories in Ballroom, modelled after the underground New York Ballroom Scene that first emerged in the 1960s.
Intermediate Vogue Femme
With Savina Juicy Couture
In this class, we will tap into our femininity and explore the 5 elements of vogue. We will start with a warm up, followed by drills, and go over different techniques to elevate your performance. This is not for first timers. Knee pads are recommended and heels are optional.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Intermediate Runway
With Legendary OA Mother Posh Gvasalia
RUNWAY FROM A LEGEND!
Posh brings you runway elements to capture the judges, make the spectators wanting more, and carry on your competetor. Breaking down elements of shade on the runway, this class is meant for those who talk-the-walk - and already have a strut to work with. Wear all black (with shoe exceptions), and we'll get those heads spinning.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Beginner Runway
With Mother Bee Gvasalia
In this class, we will be breaking down the basics of a clean walk for European Runway. This session will go over the do’s and don’ts for runway, understanding the physicality of a walk, and offers practical guidance on how to achieve a smooth and fluid walk. This class is intended as a beginners class but all levels are welcome. Participants who walk in heels are also encouraged to bring their own but not required.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
PLAYBACK: How Do I Look?
Class is in Pacific Standard Time
BlackOut Collective, is a grassroots organization run by and for Black folk with the goal of making Ballroom accessible to Black folk and youth in the Metro Vancouver area. Founded in 2024, the BlackOut Collective hosts monthly open sessions for Black 2SLGBTQI+, serving as a space to be seen, celebrated, and to practice their respective categories in Ballroom, modelled after the underground New York Ballroom Scene that first emerged in the 1960s.
Hands Performance
With Mother Katrina Gvasalia
We will be drilling and going through exercises followed by a short combo.
This class is open to all, but is perfect for those who have had an intro to hands performance and are looking to expand further.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
BlackOut Open Session
Class is in Pacific Standard Time
BlackOut Collective, is a grassroots organization run by and for Black folk with the goal of making Ballroom accessible to Black folk and youth in the Metro Vancouver area. Founded in 2024, the BlackOut Collective hosts monthly open sessions for Black 2SLGBTQI+, serving as a space to be seen, celebrated, and to practice their respective categories in Ballroom, modelled after the underground New York Ballroom Scene that first emerged in the 1960s.
MY HOUSE
Presented by FakeKnot
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Face
With Prince Saint Mulan
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
JUST BRING IT in your house colours KIKI BALL
JUST BRING IT in your house colours KIKI BALL
Presented by Vancouver Kiki Ballroom Alliance | OTY Ball
Calling all houses and 007s to the floor! Come secure your points and your trophies at the last OTY ball of this year.
📅 June 13th, 2026 | 📍The Dance Centre (Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver, BC)
⏰ Doors at 5:00 pm >> LSS at 6:00 pm
All categories are Just Bring It in your house colours. Is your house represented by the color red? Bring it in red! Is your house represented by the color pink? Bring it in pink! Not part of a house? Don't worry, just bring it in black!
🦋 Walkers: $5
🌸 Spectators: $20
🍷 Tables: $125
🎧 DJ: Simone Gvasalia
🎤MC: Princess Pegasus Pinklady
💸 VKBA is welcoming donations from sponsors to support the ball. Reach out via email at or dm us on Instagram.
📲 If you are unable to pay for tickets but would like to attend the ball, please email info@vkba.ca. No one is refused entry for lack of funds. Please contact us by noon on June 12th, 2026.
❔Any questions feel free to DM us or email infovkba@gmail.com
CATEGORIES
Virgin Runway
Virgin Performance
OTA Runway (FF All American (FQ, Womens), MF All American (Trans-Man, Butch, BQ), MF European (BQ, TM), FF European (Womens, Drags, FQ), GNC European)
OTA Performance (BQVF, RWT, FQ, Drags, Women's, Butches, TM, GNC, New Way, Old Way)
OTA Realness (School Boy, Pretty Boy, Executive, Trans Man, Butch, FQ, Drags, Everyday)
OTA Face (BQ, Butch, TM, Women's, Drags, FQ, GNC),
OTA Best Dressed (MF, FF, GNC)
OTA Body (BQ, Butch, TM, Women's, Drags, FQ)
OTA Sex Appeal (BQ, Butch, TM, Women's, Drags, FQ)
Commentator vs commentator
Hands Performance
Fashion Killah (MF, FF, GNC)
Vogue Femme + European Runway Community Class
Presented by the Undeniable Haus of Basquiat
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Godparents Panel
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Vogue Performance
With Iconic Mother Snoopy FUBU
Using the building blocks of the Vogue elements to arrive on the floor fully formed.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Bizarre: From Start to Finish
With Anomaly Juicy Couture
We’re going to break down the bizarre process, from reading the category write-up to walking with your effect. Sketchbooks encouraged, or bring a craft of your choice to keep your hands busy!
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Intermediate Vogue Femme
With Legendary OA Mother Posh Gvasalia
Not for the new girls. This class is meant to push the Performance girls in the local Ballroom scene, class will be fast passed, going through all the 5 elements and going drills to push your individual style. Bring the shoes youd use to battle in, and whatever makes you feel fab.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.
Ballroom Intensive
Class is in Pacific Standard Time
VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.
VKBA Town Hall
This Town Hall will focus on OTY Guidelines and Requirements, the Community Agreement, and any questions or issues brought forward by the community.
Join us in person or online. Online attendees will need to submit their questions via a Google Form before the Town Hall begins.
Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)
VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.
By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.