About AIFDA
The Aviv Israeli Folk Dance Association (AIFDA) was formed in the Spring of 2006, by choreographer and artistic-director, Sari Uretsky-Leung. “Aviv” is the Hebrew word for “Spring” and this performing folk dance group definitely has a Spring in their step! In 2012 AIFDA was incorporated as a non-profit registered society in the province of Alberta and currently comprises of 2 performance groups, AVIV and SHEMESH ranging from junior high school through adult as well as offering recreational circle dance open to the public.
In 2022, AIFDA absorbed RIKUD into AIFDA as another dance program. This program offers lessons for kids in grade 1-6.
Mission Statement
AIFDA strives to provide its participants with a place to explore and deepen their connection to their heritage while providing them with instruction in folk dance as well as a place to make new friends and strengthen existing ones.
Furthermore, AIFDA aims to enrich the cultural mosaic of Edmonton and its people by teaching them about Jewish and Israeli culture through the art of dance. By participation in various festivals and multicultural events, their goal is to spread peace and tolerance to as many people as possible.
Board Members
As a registered society AIFDA follows established by laws and is run by a Volunteering board.
Are you interested in learning some folk dance steps and meeting new people?
Recreational circle dance is open to all levels!
Do you have dance training or love to perform? Contact us to see if one of our performance groups is a fit for you!
