SUMMER SESSION
12 WEEK TERM - June 7 - AuG 23rd, 2023
PRESCHOOL BEGINNER LEVEL 1 - 3 LEVEL 4 - 5 ADULT FOLKLORAMA
PRESCHOOL (AGE 3 - 4)
JUNE 7 - AUGUST 23, 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 the Preschool program should manage the class on their own without parent accompaniment.
CLASS LENGTH: 60 min
SCHEDULE: Wed 5:30 - 6:30 pm
TERM FEE: $200 / Term
Plus 5% GST & $30 Yearly Registration (New Students)
BEGINNER - CLASS INFORMATION
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Female Options Irish Soft Shoes, or Ballet Slippers(black), or Gymnastic Style Slippers (black), with ankle length poodle socks.
Male - Jazz Syle Shoes(black).
New dancers may begin wearing 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
12 Week Term - $200 plus GST
A One-Time Yearly (Sept 2022 - Aug 2023) 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).
LEVEL 1 - 3
JUNE 7 - AUGUST 23, 2023
PRESCHOOL - CLASS INFORMATION
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Female Options Irish Soft Shoes, or Ballet Slippers(black), or Gymnastic Style Slippers (black), with ankle length poodle socks.
Male - Jazz Syle Shoes(black).
New dancers may begin wearing 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
12 Week Term - $200 plus GST
A One-Time Yearly (Sept 2022 - Aug 2023) 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 AGE 8 - 11 AGE 12 - 17)
JUNE 7 - AUGUST 23, 2023
A fun introduction to Irish dance.
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. Once dancers learn the Bunghrád Reel they have the option to advance to the Level 1 - 3 class at anytime during the season for continued progress. Beginner dancers develop Irish dance technique and necessary skills required to advance to graded levels of Irish Dance.
CLASS LENGTH: 60 Min
SCHEDULE:
- AGES 5 - 7 Wed 5:30 - 6:30 pm
- AGES 8 - 11 Wed 6:30 - 7:30 pm
- AGES 12 - 17 Wed 7:45 - 8:45 pm
TERM FEE: $200 / Term Plus 5% GST & $30 Yearly Registration (New Students)
In this 1.5 hr class, students learn the 4 Bunghrád dances (Reel, Slip Jig, Single Jig, Light Jig) then move on to 5 Ullmhuchán dances (Reel, Slip Jig, Single Jig, Heavy Jig, Hornpipe ) and then 5 Meanghrád (Reel, Slip, Single, Heavy Jig, Hornpipe) Each level increases with difficulty and skill required. The class includes warm up, technique and students learn a ceili (group) dance and is suitable for both recreational and competitive students of all ages. Grade levels 1 - 3 are combined to allow students to advance easily for each dance. Hard are required for this class. Bunghrád, Ullmhúchán and Meanghrád students progress at their own pace and dancers may spend one to three years in each level.
CLASS LENGTH: 90 Min
SCHEDULE Wed 6:30 - 8:00 pm
TERM FEE: $290 / Full Term
2 PAYMENT OPTION : $150 June (at registration) and $150 July 1st
Plus 5% GST & $30 Yearly Registration (New Students)
ADULT +18
JUNE 7 - AUGUST 23, 2023
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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.
CLASS LENGTH: 90 Min
SCHEDULE OPTIONS Wed 7:45 - 9:15 pm
TERM FEE: $290 / Full Term
2 PAYMENT OPTION : $150 June (at registration) and $150 July 1st
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.
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).