About Us
Rhythm & Art offers programs designed to nurture creativity and promote wellness, supporting the mental, emotional, physical, and social wellbeing of individuals of all ages. By integrating creative arts, mindfulness, movement, and restorative practices, we help participants build resilience, self-awareness, and healthy coping skills. From in-school and afterschool programs to workshops, camps, and professional development for educators, our offerings are engaging, inclusive, and adaptable; creating safe, supportive spaces where creativity and wellbeing can truly flourish.
Start your journey toward joy and balance with a Rhythm & Art program today!
Our Mission
We strive to cultivate healthy, emotionally resilient communities by promoting wellness for the mind, body, and soul. Through engaging and culturally responsive programs, we empower people of all ages to develop emotional intelligence, deepen self-awareness, and strengthen their overall wellbeing. We believe true wellness begins with understanding ourselves and nurturing compassionate relationships with others.
Through creative, compassion-based programming, Rhythm & Art equips individuals with practical tools to manage stress, navigate emotions, and build lifelong coping skills. By partnering with schools, after-school programs, and community organizations, we integrate creative wellness into everyday environments, making emotional wellbeing a natural and essential part of daily life.
Meet the Team
Our team is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for people of all gender identities, abilities, and racial, cultural, and Indigenous backgrounds. We honour and celebrate diversity, striving to ensure that every participant feels respected, supported, and empowered in all of our programs and workshops. All classes are led by seasoned professionals with over 25 years of teaching and coaching experience in schools, studios, and community centers across Canada.
Jhaymee Hizon (Now or Never Crew)
Dance, DJ, Photography Instructor | Reiki Master Teacher
Jhaymee has been teaching dance and photography for the past 25 years. His goal as a teacher is to share his passion for dance, photography, and reiki in hopes to inspire the next generation as he strongly believes in giving back to communities. In 2022, he received his certification as an Adjudicator through WDSF | CDS which enables him to judge Olympic Breaking events. He also coaches and trains with Olympians from Team Canada as his way of giving back to the community.
Viola Choy
Art Instructor | Reiki Master Teacher | Sound Practitioner | Yoga Instructor
Viola has been an art instructor for over 20 years, specializing in drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and design. Passionate about sharing her creative knowledge, she is dedicated to inspiring youth and keeping artistic culture alive. She also appeared on CBC’s Crash Gallery in Season 2. Alongside her work in the arts, Viola’s journey as a Reiki Teacher, Sound Practitioner, and Yoga Instructor began through her own path of healing. Guided by compassion and kindness, she now integrates these transformative practices into her life and work, sharing them with others to support healing, creativity, and meaningful connection.
Ikue Ueno (House of La Douche Crew)
Dance Instructor
Ikue is a multi-disciplinary artist, dancer, performer, and choreographer. She has been dancing for over 25 years with extensive experience in both street and classical dance styles, which include Waacking, Voguing, Hip Hop, House Dance, Contemporary, Jazz, Modern, Ballet, and more. She is committed to empowering people to liberate and express themselves freely through movement. She genuinely enjoys teaching and continues to evolve as a dance and movement coach by spreading the love of dance and keeping the culture alive.