Meet the Founder & Director
Meet the Founder & Director
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ISAAC GASANGWA - IZO DREAMCHASER
Isaac is a professional dancer who started his career at the age of 18. Despite growing up in Rwanda where dance is not considered an art form, he succeeded in creating the first Afro-Hip Hop dance studio and founded the best dance group in Rwanda, Jabbajunior. Isaac's passion for dance and his visionary eyes led him to undertake several projects aimed at helping his country and advancing his career. Notable among these projects are the Jabbajunior Foundation, the first dance studio in Rwanda, and the Afrobeats Dance Van.
Isaac is a professional dancer who started his career at the age of 18. Despite growing up in Rwanda where dance is not considered an art form, he succeeded in creating the first Afro-Hip Hop dance studio and founded the best dance group in Rwanda, Jabbajunior. Isaac's passion for dance and his visionary eyes led him to undertake several projects aimed at helping his country and advancing his career. Notable among these projects are the Jabbajunior Foundation, the first dance studio in Rwanda, and the Afrobeats Dance Van.
In 2014, Isaac moved to Canada to hone his skills as a dancer and instructor. His determination to succeed pushed him to train in martial arts and gymnastics. Today, he uses his craft to entertain, inspire, and educate people about African history and culture. As a pioneer of Afrobeats dance in Vancouver, Isaac continues to teach weekly drop-ins and several Afro events. He has also created events such as Black Vancouver Artistry Night and theatre shows like The African Dream.
In 2014, Isaac moved to Canada to hone his skills as a dancer and instructor. His determination to succeed pushed him to train in martial arts and gymnastics. Today, he uses his craft to entertain, inspire, and educate people about African history and culture. As a pioneer of Afrobeats dance in Vancouver, Isaac continues to teach weekly drop-ins and several Afro events. He has also created events such as Black Vancouver Artistry Night and theatre shows like The African Dream.
Isaac's story is an inspiration to anyone who dreams of pursuing their passion. His advice is simple: "Whatever your dreams are, just don't stop chasing them." Dance and art have been an integral part of his life, giving him purpose and fulfillment. As he continues to work hard and learn something new every day, Isaac's star will undoubtedly continue to rise in the world of dance.
Isaac's story is an inspiration to anyone who dreams of pursuing their passion. His advice is simple: "Whatever your dreams are, just don't stop chasing them." Dance and art have been an integral part of his life, giving him purpose and fulfillment. As he continues to work hard and learn something new every day, Isaac's star will undoubtedly continue to rise in the world of dance.
Co-Owner & Marketing Director
Co-Owner & Marketing Director
LYS K. GASANGWA is the co-founder and marketing director at Afrobeats Van. Although she’s lived in Canada for the better part of her life, being African is the greatest pride of her life. She moved to Vancouver after high school and she was shocked by the absence of African influence in the city so she vowed to change that. Together with Izo, they started Afrobeats Van. Afrobeats Van was created to educate and expose African culture to people from all walks of life through workshops, dance classes, cultural events, etc…
Lys is also an aspiring social media influencer. She has a YouTube channel where she regularly shares African recipes and more. Her hope is for Vancouver to be a place where African culture is a part of everyday life. A place where you can easily access African-inspired activities just as easily as other cultures.
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