2024/2025 10 month season Class Guidelines:
If your dancer has previously danced with us you will find their recommended classes highlighted below. You are welcome to register for as many classes within your dancers level as you would like. Dancer's who take more classes will see faster progression of skills as well as have higher success with remembering class content. All registered dancers must register in at least one Softshoe class. Each class added after the first softshoe class (highest class fee) will be charged a discounted rate of $32+gst / class (this rate will be applied to your account once registered)
A $45/ family registration fee is required to reserve your space in fall classes.
**Families with more than one child will receive a 10% discount on their 2nd, 3rd, 4th child's tuition.**
Summer Class Guidelines:
Beginner Classes are for dancers age 4-8 who have never danced before OR who have been dancing for less than 1 year
Advanced Classes are for dancers who have danced for over 1 year OR new dancers who are age 9+
Please email the studio if you are unsure of which class to register for: vanshawacademy@gmail.com
2023/2024
Pre-Beginner
This class is for our tiniest dancers age 3-4 (2 year olds with teacher permission may be accepted). Pre-beginners focus on listening skills, basic movement activities and games, and learning to count to music. This is an independent parent free class. Dancer's should be able to attend without a caregiver in the room
(Class may be combined with Jr. A based on enrollment)
This class is for our tiniest dancers age 3-4 (2 year olds with teacher permission may be accepted). Pre-beginners focus on listening skills, basic movement activities and games, and learning to count to music. This is an independent parent free class. Dancer's should be able to attend without a caregiver in the room
(Class may be combined with Jr. A based on enrollment)
Monday
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
5:15 PM to 5:45 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Jr/Sr. A Softshoe
This class is for new and returning beginners age 6-8. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance technique and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
**Hardshoe class also available
This class is for new and returning beginners age 6-8. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance technique and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
**Hardshoe class also available
Monday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Sr.A /Jr.B Hardshoe
**Dancer MUST also be registered in at least one softshoe class**
Our Sr.A and above dancers can enroll in Hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A and above dancers are highly encouraged to enroll in Hardshoe Class. Dancers will work on beginner-Intermediate steps and routines
**Dancer MUST also be registered in at least one softshoe class**
Our Sr.A and above dancers can enroll in Hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A and above dancers are highly encouraged to enroll in Hardshoe Class. Dancers will work on beginner-Intermediate steps and routines
Monday
6:30 PM to 7:10 PM
6:30 PM to 7:10 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Jr.A Softshoe
This class is for new and returning beginners age 4.5-7. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance technique and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Jr Intro to Hardshoe also available
This class is for new and returning beginners age 4.5-7. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance technique and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Jr Intro to Hardshoe also available
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Sr.A/Jr.B Softshoe
This class is for new beginners age 8+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A or are in Beginner - Intermediate in competition levels. Dancers continue to work on foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
**Dancers are considered Sr.A at the age of 8 or when they have achieved their Beginner Reel and Light Jig
***Dancers are considered Jr.B when they have moved at least one dance into Primary
*Age as of September 1st 2023*
This class is for new beginners age 8+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A or are in Beginner - Intermediate in competition levels. Dancers continue to work on foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
**Dancers are considered Sr.A at the age of 8 or when they have achieved their Beginner Reel and Light Jig
***Dancers are considered Jr.B when they have moved at least one dance into Primary
*Age as of September 1st 2023*
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Jr. A Softshoe
New and Returning Beginner Dancers
*Age as of September 1st 2023*
New and Returning Beginner Dancers
*Age as of September 1st 2023*
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Jr.Hardshoe
Our Jr. Hardshoe class is for young dancers ages 4-6 to get a taster of hardshoe class. This is a 15 minute optional class add on to all Jr.A softshoe classes.
Our Jr. Hardshoe class is for young dancers ages 4-6 to get a taster of hardshoe class. This is a 15 minute optional class add on to all Jr.A softshoe classes.
Thursday
6:05 PM to 6:20 PM
6:05 PM to 6:20 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Sr.A Hardshoe
**Dancer MUST also be registered in at least one softshoe class**
Our Sr.A and above dancers can enroll in hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A and above dancers are highly encourages to enroll in Hardshoe class
**Dancer MUST also be registered in at least one softshoe class**
Our Sr.A and above dancers can enroll in hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A and above dancers are highly encourages to enroll in Hardshoe class
Thursday
6:05 PM to 6:40 PM
6:05 PM to 6:40 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Sr.A Softshoe
This class is for new beginners 7+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A/ Dancers continue to work on the foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
*Age as of September 1st 2023*
This class is for new beginners 7+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A/ Dancers continue to work on the foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
*Age as of September 1st 2023*
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Sessional Classes
Beginner Spring 8 Week Session
This is an 8 week sessional class for new beginners and beginners who previously completed the Winter Session.
This Class is perfect for beginners ages 4-7 (older dancers welcome upon discussion with instructor). Dancers will learn the basic technique of Irish dance solo dancing. Dancers in sessional classes will not participate in our Spring Recital.
*Full Tuition Due at time of registration. Tuition will be refunded if class cancellation occurs.
This is an 8 week sessional class for new beginners and beginners who previously completed the Winter Session.
This Class is perfect for beginners ages 4-7 (older dancers welcome upon discussion with instructor). Dancers will learn the basic technique of Irish dance solo dancing. Dancers in sessional classes will not participate in our Spring Recital.
*Full Tuition Due at time of registration. Tuition will be refunded if class cancellation occurs.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Beginner Winter 8 Week Session
This Class is perfect for beginners ages 4-7 with no previous Irish Dance experience. Dancer's will learn the basic technique of Irish dance solo dancing. Dancer's in sessional classes will not participate in our Spring Recital.
**Sessional Class Tuition is due in full at the time of registration. If the class does not run a full refund will be issued.
This Class is perfect for beginners ages 4-7 with no previous Irish Dance experience. Dancer's will learn the basic technique of Irish dance solo dancing. Dancer's in sessional classes will not participate in our Spring Recital.
**Sessional Class Tuition is due in full at the time of registration. If the class does not run a full refund will be issued.
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Summer 2024
Beginner Summer Session - August (WC)
Join us for a taste of Irish Dance This summer. No experience necessary. Dancer's will learn basic irish dance technique and movements.
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Join us for a taste of Irish Dance This summer. No experience necessary. Dancer's will learn basic irish dance technique and movements.
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Beginner Summer Session - July (WC)
Join us for a taste of Irish Dance This summer. No experience necessary. Dancer's will learn basic irish dance technique and movements.
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Join us for a taste of Irish Dance This summer. No experience necessary. Dancer's will learn basic irish dance technique and movements.
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Advanced Summer Session - August (WC)
Summer Classes for Returning Vanshaw dancers with at least 1 year experience (Jr.A ages 6+ or older dancers (Sr.A/Jr.B) OR for brand new dancers age 9+
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Summer Classes for Returning Vanshaw dancers with at least 1 year experience (Jr.A ages 6+ or older dancers (Sr.A/Jr.B) OR for brand new dancers age 9+
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Advanced Summer Session - July (WC)
Summer Classes for Returning Vanshaw dancers with at least 1 year experience (Jr.A ages 6+ or older dancers (Sr.A/Jr.B) OR for brand new dancers age 9+
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Summer Classes for Returning Vanshaw dancers with at least 1 year experience (Jr.A ages 6+ or older dancers (Sr.A/Jr.B) OR for brand new dancers age 9+
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Beginner Summer Session - August (PK)
Join us for a taste of Irish Dance This summer. No experience necessary. Dancer's will learn basic irish dance technique and movements.
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Join us for a taste of Irish Dance This summer. No experience necessary. Dancer's will learn basic irish dance technique and movements.
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Beginner Summer Session - July (PK)
Join us for a taste of Irish Dance This summer. No experience necessary. Dancer's will learn basic irish dance technique and movements.
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Join us for a taste of Irish Dance This summer. No experience necessary. Dancer's will learn basic irish dance technique and movements.
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Advanced Summer Session - August (PK)
Summer Classes for Returning Vanshaw dancers with at least 1 year experience (Jr.A ages 6+ or older dancers (Sr.A/Jr.B) OR for brand new dancers age 9+
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Summer Classes for Returning Vanshaw dancers with at least 1 year experience (Jr.A ages 6+ or older dancers (Sr.A/Jr.B) OR for brand new dancers age 9+
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Thursday
6:20 PM to 7:20 PM
6:20 PM to 7:20 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Advanced Summer Session - July (PK)
Summer Classes for Returning Vanshaw dancers with at least 1 year experience (Jr.A ages 6+ or older dancers (Sr.A/Jr.B) OR for brand new dancers age 9+
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Summer Classes for Returning Vanshaw dancers with at least 1 year experience (Jr.A ages 6+ or older dancers (Sr.A/Jr.B) OR for brand new dancers age 9+
*Payment is due on registration. Full Refunds will be issued if the class is cancelled or you cancel your registration 30 prior to class start date*
Thursday
6:20 PM to 7:20 PM
6:20 PM to 7:20 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
2024/2025 - Full Season
Jr A
This class is for new and returning beginner dancers age 6-8. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance techniques and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
Monthly Rate: $69 + GST
This class is for new and returning beginner dancers age 6-8. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance techniques and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
Monthly Rate: $69 + GST
Monday
5:15 PM to 5:55 PM
5:15 PM to 5:55 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Sr.A
This class is for new beginners age 7-11 and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A or are in Beginner in competition levels. Dancers continue to work on foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
**Dancers are considered Sr.A at the age of 8 or when they have achieved their Beginner Reel
Monthly Rate: $79 + GST
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
This class is for new beginners age 7-11 and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A or are in Beginner in competition levels. Dancers continue to work on foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
**Dancers are considered Sr.A at the age of 8 or when they have achieved their Beginner Reel
Monthly Rate: $79 + GST
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
Monday
5:55 PM to 6:55 PM
5:55 PM to 6:55 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Level 1/2 Hardshoe
Our dancers age 6+ can enroll in Hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A dancers are highly encouraged to enroll in Hardshoe Class. Dancers will work on beginner steps and routines.
*Dancers also required to enroll in any softshoe class*
*Minimum 6-8 months of softshoe highly recommended before enrolling in hardshoe class*
Monthly Rate: $32 + GST
Our dancers age 6+ can enroll in Hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A dancers are highly encouraged to enroll in Hardshoe Class. Dancers will work on beginner steps and routines.
*Dancers also required to enroll in any softshoe class*
*Minimum 6-8 months of softshoe highly recommended before enrolling in hardshoe class*
Monthly Rate: $32 + GST
Monday
6:55 PM to 7:30 PM
6:55 PM to 7:30 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Jr.A/Sr.A
This class is for new and returning beginner dancers age 6-9. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance techniques and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
Monthly Rate: $69 + GST
This class is for new and returning beginner dancers age 6-9. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance techniques and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
Monthly Rate: $69 + GST
Tuesday
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Level B/C Softshoe & Hardshoe
This class is for new dancers age 12+ and returning dancers who have reached Primary in at least one dance. Teacher recommendation required.
*Dancer's at this level should take at least one soft/hardshoe class each week with 2 softshoe classes/week highly recommended* - See Technique and Teams class for secondary class option.
Monthly Rate: $110 + GST
***Dancers are considered Jr.B when they have moved at least one dance into Primary and Sr.B When they have all Soft shoe dances in Primary (levels may be combined or split based on registration numbers)
This class is for new dancers age 12+ and returning dancers who have reached Primary in at least one dance. Teacher recommendation required.
*Dancer's at this level should take at least one soft/hardshoe class each week with 2 softshoe classes/week highly recommended* - See Technique and Teams class for secondary class option.
Monthly Rate: $110 + GST
***Dancers are considered Jr.B when they have moved at least one dance into Primary and Sr.B When they have all Soft shoe dances in Primary (levels may be combined or split based on registration numbers)
Tuesday
5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Sr.A/Jr.B
Advanced Beginner Class for returning dancers who know their Reel/Light Jig and New Dancers age 10+
Monthly Rate: $79 + GST
Advanced Beginner Class for returning dancers who know their Reel/Light Jig and New Dancers age 10+
Monthly Rate: $79 + GST
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Pre-Beginner/Jr.A
This class is for our tiniest dancers age 4-6. Pre-beginners/Jr.A dancers focus on listening skills, basic movement activities and games, and learning to count to music.
This class is for our tiniest dancers age 4-6. Pre-beginners/Jr.A dancers focus on listening skills, basic movement activities and games, and learning to count to music.
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Sr.A/B/C Technique and Teams
This is an add on class for all dancers in Sr.A and above who are over the age of 8 and all dancers in Level B/C. Dancers will focus on breaking down their dance steps to focus more heavily on proper technique through drills specific to each dancer and their current levels. Dancers will also learn team ceili dances working on building teamwork and collaboration. Team dancers are heavily encouraged to perform at st. patricks day events.
**Dancers also required to enroll in another Soft Shoe class**
Monthly Rate: $32 + GST
This is an add on class for all dancers in Sr.A and above who are over the age of 8 and all dancers in Level B/C. Dancers will focus on breaking down their dance steps to focus more heavily on proper technique through drills specific to each dancer and their current levels. Dancers will also learn team ceili dances working on building teamwork and collaboration. Team dancers are heavily encouraged to perform at st. patricks day events.
**Dancers also required to enroll in another Soft Shoe class**
Monthly Rate: $32 + GST
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Jr. A /Sr.A
New and Returning Beginner Dancers Age 4-8 with a focus on learning basic movements and techniques, Dancers will focus on working towards their beginner reels and light jigs
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
Monthly Rate: $69 + GST
New and Returning Beginner Dancers Age 4-8 with a focus on learning basic movements and techniques, Dancers will focus on working towards their beginner reels and light jigs
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
Monthly Rate: $69 + GST
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Level 1/2 Hardshoe
All dancers age 5+ and above dancers can enroll in hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A and above dancers are highly encourages to enroll in Hardshoe class
*Dancers also required to enroll in any softshoe class*
Monthly Rate: $32 + GST
All dancers age 5+ and above dancers can enroll in hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A and above dancers are highly encourages to enroll in Hardshoe class
*Dancers also required to enroll in any softshoe class*
Monthly Rate: $32 + GST
Thursday
6:05 PM to 6:40 PM
6:05 PM to 6:40 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Sr.A/Jr.B
This class is for new beginners 8+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A. Dancers continue to work on the foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
Monthly Rate: $79 + GST
This class is for new beginners 8+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A. Dancers continue to work on the foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
*Age as of September 1st 2024*
Monthly Rate: $79 + GST
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym