BLACK OPS

ABOUT US

Founded in 2024, Black Ops is a Hip Hop and Street Dance Company focused on training, technique, self-expression, artistry, and community. Home to over 90 dancers across its Academy Training Company & Competitive Crews, Black Ops offers dancers from beginner to advanced levels the opportunity to deepen their foundation in Hip Hop through focused training in musicality, freestyle, technique, and performance and competitive opportunities, with a strong emphasis on education, growth, and development within Hip Hop culture.

Auditions for the 2026/2027 season will take place during Summer 2026.

AUDITION FOR THE SZN 2 COMPETITIVE CREW

JOIN SZN 4 ACADEMY WAITLIST

AARON AQUINO-ANNOBIL

NICOLE ROSOVE

Meet the Directors, Aaron & Nicole

Black Ops is directed by RTF Co-Founders Aaron Aquino-Annobil and Nicole Rosove — Toronto-based dance artists, choreographers, and educators dedicated to developing the next generation of high-level performers.

With extensive experience in training, competing, and performing, Aaron and Nicole bring a focused approach rooted in technique, musicality, performance quality, and team culture. Their mentorship emphasizes discipline, growth, versatility, and creating an environment where committed dancers are challenged to train with purpose and perform at their highest level.

Under the direction of Aaron and Nicole, Black Ops Academy is led by an esteemed roster of choreographers including JP Manabat, Petra Ayedzi, Josh Julian, Bianca Asilo, and Noel Nomil, alongside featured guest choreographers throughout the season.