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SPRING SESSION 2023 REGISTRATION

8 WEEK TERM

BEGINNING OF APRIL - END OF MAY 2023

PRESCHOOL     BEGINNER      ADULT 

 


PRESCHOOL (AGE 3 - 4)

8 WEEKS

APRIL - MAY 2023

A fun introduction to the basics of Irish Dance with a program specifically for young children. Students explore movement, rhythm, music, and song in an energetic class.

Dancers develop coordination, social skills and gain confidence within the studio environment in a small class setting.  With individual focus and attention from our instructors and teaching assistants, preschool students learn the necessary skills required for Irish dance.

Children enrolling in our Preschool program should be able manage the class on their own without parent accompaniment. 

SPRING TERM: Wed April 3 - May 24th  or  Sat April 6 - May 27th

CLASS LENGTH: 60 min

SCHEDULE OPTIONS: Sat 9:30 - 10:30 am or Wed 5:30 - 6:30 pm

TERM FEE: $160 Term  Plus 5% GST & $30 Yearly Registration (New Students)

PRESCHOOL - CLASS INFORMATION

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Female Options Ballet Slippers (black for performances), Irish Soft Shoes with Ankle Length Poodle Socks, or Gymnastic Style Slippers (black for performances).

Male - Jazz Syle Shoes(black).

New dancers may begin with socks but should have the recommended footwear within the first few weeks of classes. Barefeet are not recommended for safety reasons.

New Irish Dance Shoes can be ordered on-line from Irish Dance Supply stores. Second Hand Shoes are an economic option for growing dancers and we have a school Facebook group dedicated to Buy and Sell for Second hand dance shoes and costumes.

Dance clothing should allow for non-restrictive movement. Long hair should be tied back. Limit jewellery for safety reasons.

BOTTOMS - Preferred Colour Black

Tights, leggings, yoga or dance pants, shorts and dance skirts should not impede dancers movement. For safety yoga and dance pants should not be longer than ankle length.

TOPS - Preferred Colour black

Bodysuits, Athletic Tops, and T-shirts should allow for movement.

NOT RECOMMENDED

Jeans, dress pants, sweat pants or dresses

Hoodies or sweatshirts

Winter 11 Week Session Preschool Students are invited to perform at St Patrick's Fest (March 17th, 2023).

Performance is optional and dancers will require school costume.

Costumes are only needed for dancers who wish to perform

Female - McConnell Malley Sport Skort, Black Short Slevee Bodysuit.

Male - McConnell Malley Sport Polo Shirt, Black Dress Pants

Irish Dance costumes are used for several years, until a dancers grows or advances levels and needs to upgrade. Malley Sport Costume orders are placed in January each season. Second Hand Costumes are a good, economic option for growing dancers. We have a school Facebook group dedicated to Buy and Sell for Second Hand Dance Shoes and Costumes.

New Costume Fees

Female -Malley Sport Skort $100, Black Short Sleeve Bodysuit $15 - $30.

Male - Malley Sport Polo $75, Black Dress Pants $30 - $50

11 Week Term - $210 plus GST

A One-Time Yearly Registration Fee $30 is added for new students. Full Term payment is due upon registration. Dancers who wish to withdrawal after the first class will be provided a refund for the clases they did not attend. No refunds are offered after the first class and notification of early withdrawal must be received in writing (email).


BEGINNER  (AGE 5 - 7 or 8 - 11 )

8 WEEKS

April - May 2023

A fun and energetic introduction to Irish dance for students 5 - 7 and 8 - 11 years.

Dancers learn basic Irish Soft shoe technique, rhythm, and timing in a one hour which includes warm up, technique and choreography.  Students learn the Basic Bunghrád Reel and learn their first Ceili (group) dance. Dancers develop technique, gain confidence, and social skills in a small class setting

TERM: Wed April 3 - May 24th  or  Sat April 6 - May 27th

CLASS LENGTH: 60 Min

SCHEDULE OPTIONS

  • Wed 5:30 - 6:30 pm (Winnipeg)
  • Sat 9:30 - 10:30 am (Winnipeg)
  • Sun 11:00 - 12:00 pm (Brandon)

TERM FEE: $160 Term  Plus 5% GST & $30 Yearly Registration (New Students)

BEGINNER - CLASS INFORMATION

Please click on the tabs below for more information

Female Options Ballet Slippers (black for performances), Irish Soft Shoes with Ankle Length Poodle Socks, or Gymnastic Style Slippers (black for performances).

Male - Jazz Syle Shoes(black).

New dancers may begin with socks but should have the recommended footwear within the first few weeks of classes. Barefeet are not recommended for safety reasons.

New Irish Dance Shoes can be ordered on-line from Irish Dance Supply stores. Second Hand Shoes are an economic option for growing dancers and we have a school Facebook group dedicated to Buy and Sell for Second hand dance shoes and costumes.

Dance clothing should allow for non-restrictive movement. Long hair should be tied back. Limit jewellery for safety reasons.

BOTTOMS - Preferred Colour Black

Tights, leggings, yoga or dance pants, shorts and dance skirts should not impede dancers movement. For safety yoga and dance pants should not be longer than ankle length.

TOPS - Preferred Colour black

Bodysuits, Athletic Tops, and T-shirts should allow for movement.

NOT RECOMMENDED

Jeans, dress pants, sweat pants or dresses

Hoodies or sweatshirts

Winter 11 Week Session Students are invited to perform at St Patrick's Fest (March 17th, 2023).

Performance is optional and dancers will require school costume.

Costumes are only needed for dancers who wish to perform

Female - McConnell Malley Sport Skort, Black Short Slevee Bodysuit.

Male - McConnell Malley Sport Polo Shirt, Black Dress Pants

Irish Dance costumes are used for several years, until a dancers grows or advances levels and needs to upgrade. Malley Sport Costume orders are placed in January each season. Second Hand Costumes are a good, economic option for growing dancers. We have a school Facebook group dedicated to Buy and Sell for Second Hand Dance Shoes and Costumes.

New Costume Fees

Female -Malley Sport Skort $100, Black Short Sleeve Bodysuit $15 - $30.

Male - Malley Sport Polo $75, Black Dress Pants $30 - $50

11 Week Term - $210 plus GST

A One-Time Yearly Registration Fee $30 is added for new students. Full Term payment is due upon registration. Dancers who wish to withdrawal after the first class will be provided a refund for the clases they did not attend. No refunds are offered after the first class and notification of early withdrawal must be received in writing (email).


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ADULT +18

8 WEEKS

April - May 2023

In this fun Adult's Only Class, adult students of all ages and abilities are welcome for Irish Soft Shoe and Ceili Group dancing.  From new beginner with no dance training to more experience dancers, all students are welcome in this fun and social "Adults Only" atmosphere. 

Irish Dance Warm up, Technique, and the basics of Irish dance starting with the Bunghrad (Beginner) Reel, Slip Jig, Single Jig, and Light Jig.   Ceilis (group dance) and figure dances with choreography are also included. 

TERM: Wed April 3 - May 24th

LENGTH: 60 min

SCHEDULE OPTIONS:

  • Wed 8:00 - 9:00 pm (Winnipeg) 
  • Sun 2:00 - 3:00 pm (Brandon) 

TERM FEE: $160 Term  Plus 5% GST & $30 Yearly Registration (New Students)

 

ADULT - CLASS INFORMATION

Please click on the tabs below for more information

Female Options Ballet Slippers (black for performances), Irish Soft Shoes, or Gymnastic Style Slippers (black for performances).

Male - Jazz Syle Shoes(black).

New dancers may begin with socks but should have the recommended footwear within the first few weeks of classes. Barefeet are not recommended for safety reasons.

New Irish Dance Shoes can be ordered on-line from Irish Dance Supply stores. Second Hand Shoes are an economic option for growing dancers and we have a school Facebook group dedicated to Buy and Sell for Second hand dance shoes and costumes.

Dance clothing should allow for non-restrictive movement. Long hair should be tied back. Limit jewellery for safety reasons.

BOTTOMS - Preferred Colour Black

Tights, leggings, yoga or dance pants, shorts and dance skirts should not impede dancers movement. For safety yoga and dance pants should not be longer than ankle length.

TOPS - Preferred Colour black

Bodysuits, Athletic Tops, and T-shirts should allow for movement.

NOT RECOMMENDED

Jeans, dress pants, sweat pants or dresses

Hoodies or sweatshirts

Winter 11 Week Session Students are invited to perform at St Patrick's Fest (March 17th, 2023).

Performance is optional and dancers will require school costume.

Costumes are only needed for dancers who wish to perform

Female - McConnell Malley Sport Dress or Plain Black Dress.

Male - McConnell Malley Sport Polo Shirt, Black Dress Pants

11 Week Term - $210 plus GST

A One-Time Yearly Registration Fee $30 is added for new students. Full Term payment is due upon registration. Dancers who wish to withdrawal after the first class will be provided a refund for the clases they did not attend. No refunds are offered after the first class and notification of early withdrawal must be received in writing (email).