Spring TERM 2024

Name
Days
Location
Progressing Ballet Technique (Open Level)
Rokaya Duval
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is an innovative body-conditioning and strengthening program that has been designed to enhance students' technique by focussing on training the muscle memory required in each exercise in all forms of dance. It is a unique training system using ballet-technique specific exercises to train skill acquisition in a graded and progressive manner from junior through to advanced levels.
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Dress Code: Bodysuit, Pink tights or black leggings
Equipment: Mats, Exercise Balls, Theraband

Ages 12 - 0
Monday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Ballet Technique Foundations
Liam Caines
Tailored for experienced dancers, this class delves into the nuances of posture, alignment, plie, tendu, port de bras, turnout, positions, and more. The class will start with 30 minutes of barre exercises and then will go straight to drilling techniques, fostering artistic expression and strength.

Dress Code: Bodysuit (any color), pink ballet tights, pink ballet shoes, hair in a low bun wherever possible, skirts optional.

Ages 13 - 18
Monday
4:55 PM to 5:55 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Teens/Adult Ballet
Rokaya Duval
This class is for beginner teens and adults. Students will learn fundamentals of Ballet. No experience required.

Dress Code: Comfortable tight-fitting clothing and ballet shoes, colours optional

Ages 14 - 0
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Studio A
DANCE CREATION
Creative Worship Kids
Grace Caines
Ages 7 - 12
Thursday
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Creative Worship Youth
Grace Caines
This open-format contemplative class is a chance to practice prayer and worship through movement. All are welcome. This class is open for intermediate and senior levels.

Dress Code: Comfortable clothing. No necessary footwear.

This class is tentatively scheduled to be in Show A of the June 9th Recitals.

Ages 11 - 18
Friday
7:25 PM to 8:25 PM
Studio A
DANCE CREATION

LITTLE LEAPERS (12 WEEKS, SPRING TERM)

Name
Days
Location
Little Leapers- Grown up & Me
Grace Caines
This special class strengthens bonds between grown ups and children and introduces little ones to the joy of creative movement.

Dress code: Children: Tights and bodysuits for kids. Any colour is fine. Dance shoes and tutu skirts optional. Comfortable clothing, socks or clean indoor shoes for adults.

Ages 1.5 - 3.5
Wednesday
9:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Studio A
DANCE CREATION
Little Leapers-Grown & Me Ballet
Grace Caines
This special class strengthens bonds between grown ups and children and introduces little ones to the joy of creative movement.

Dress code: Children: Tights and bodysuits for kids. Any colour is fine. Dance shoes and tutu skirts optional. Comfortable clothing, socks or clean indoor shoes for adults.

Ages 1.5 - 3.5
Friday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Little Leapers- Grown up & Me Ballet
Grace Caines
This class is full
This special class strengthens bonds between grown ups and children and introduces little ones to the joy of creative movement.

Dress code: Children: Tights and bodysuits for kids. Any colour is fine. Dance shoes and tutu skirts optional. Comfortable clothing, socks or clean indoor shoes for adults.

Ages 1.5 - 3.5
Saturday
10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION

SUMMER 2024

Name
Days
Location
Summer Term- Pre-Ballet Tuesday- Ages 3-4
This class introduces children to a creative movement, pre-ballet exercises, pretend play, and spatial awareness within a relaxed classroom environment. It is geared to meet their cognitive, physical, social, and emotional developmental needs.

Pre-requisites: Dancers must be potty-trained.

Dress code: For girls, light pink sleeveless bodysuit, pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair tied back in low bun if possible. Tutu skirts optional. For boys, black leggings or black shorts, white t-shirt, black ballet shoes.

Ages 3 - 4
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Summer Term- Primary Ballet Tuesday- Ages 5-6
This dance class for 5-6 year olds focuses on primary level ballet, creative movement concepts, and pretend play with greater complexity using the Leap ’N Learn curriculum. Students continue to learn French terminology of ballet terms. Exercises to increase musical awareness, balance, agility, and gross-motor development continue to be practiced.

Dress Code: Sleeveless lavender bodysuit, pink ballet tights, pink ballet shoes, hair in low bun, skirts optional.

Ages 5 - 6
Tuesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Summer Term- Lyrical Wednesday- Ages 7-9
This is a beginner level class. Lyrical is a graceful, emotive discipline that draws heavily on Ballet and Jazz.

Dress Code: Black bodysuit, black leggings, and optional turning shoes. Hair in ponytail.

Ages 7 - 9
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Summer Term- Contemporary Wednesday- Ages 12-18
Contemporary is a dynamic, boundary-pushing, emotive style that draws on ballet, lyrical, jazz, and modern dance.

Dress Code: Black bodysuit, black leggings, and optional turning shoes. Hair in ponytail.

Ages 12 - 18
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Summer Term- Hip Hop Jr Thursday- Ages 3-4
The class is for ages 3-4 and will teach students how to isolate different parts of the body, improve rhythm and musicality, and they will learn various Hip Hop combinations. This will also teach the students discipline, self-control, and how to work as a team. Music and movements are carefully chosen and will be age-appropriate.

Dress Code: Comfortable pants, clean non-marking indoors sneakers, t-shirt or tank top. No crop tops please.

Ages 3 - 4
Thursday
4:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Summer Term- Hip Hop Thursday- Ages 5-6
This class is for ages 5-6 year olds.Β The students will learn how to isolate different parts of the body, improve rhythm and musicality, and various Hip Hop combinations. The students will also learn discipline, self-control, and how to work as a team. Music and movements are carefully chosen and will be age-appropriate.

Dress Code: Comfortable pants, clean non-marking indoors sneakers, t-shirt or tank top. No crop tops please.

Ages 5 - 6
Thursday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Arts Camp 1, June 24-28, Ages 3-5
Join us this summer for an unforgettable journey of fun and learning tailored specifically for children aged 3 to 5 years old. Our camp is designed to ignite their imaginations, nurture their creativity, and cultivate a love for the arts in a supportive and playful environment. At our Arts Camp, your child will embark on a delightful adventure filled with dancing, arts and crafts, painting, games, and storytelling. Each day will be brimming with new experiences and opportunities for your little one to explore their talents and express themselves freely.

Ages 3 - 5
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Arts Camp 2, July 22-26, Ages 3-5
Join us this summer for an unforgettable journey of fun and learning tailored specifically for children aged 3 to 5 years old. Our camp is designed to ignite their imaginations, nurture their creativity, and cultivate a love for the arts in a supportive and playful environment.
At our Arts Camp, your child will embark on a delightful adventure filled with dancing, arts and crafts, painting, games, and storytelling. Each day will be brimming with new experiences and opportunities for your little one to explore their talents and express themselves freely.

Ages 3 - 5
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Dance Camp 1, July 8-12, Ages 6-8
Join us this summer for an unforgettable experience filled with fun, learning, and plenty of dancing. In addition to our dynamic dance sessions led by experienced instructors, campers will also explore their creativity through arts and crafts, painting, and engaging games. At Dance Camp, every day is a new adventure as children discover new dance styles, develop coordination, and build confidence on the dance floor. Through interactive activities and games, they'll learn teamwork, rhythm, and self-expression, all while having a blast with their peers.

**Half-days are also available for $175. Please contact the office if you'd like to register you child for this option.

Ages 6 - 8
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
Dance Camp 2, July 15-19, Ages 9-12
🎢🌟 Get ready to move and groove at our Dance Camp tailored for children ages 9-12! 🌟🎢

Join us this summer for an unforgettable experience filled with fun, learning, and plenty of dancing. In addition to our dynamic dance sessions led by experienced instructors, campers will also explore their creativity through arts and crafts, painting, and engaging games. At Dance Camp, every day is a new adventure as children discover new dance styles, develop coordination, and build confidence on the dance floor. Through interactive activities and games, they'll learn teamwork, rhythm, and self-expression, all while having a blast with their peers.

**Half-days are also available for $175. Please contact the office if you'd like to register you child for this option.

Ages 9 - 12
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION
SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVE, August 12th-23rd
Designed for intermediate and advanced dancers aged 10 years and above, our intensive program offers two weeks of immersive learning in a wide variety of dance styles. From ballet to contemporary, jazz to hip-hop, participants will refine their skills and expand their repertoire under the guidance of experienced instructors. At the end of the two-week journey, dancers will showcase their talents in a mesmerizing student showcase. Friends and family are warmly invited to witness the culmination of their hard work and dedication.

Ages 10 - 18
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 AM to 4:00 AM
Studio B
DANCE CREATION