News and Events
Spring Break.
The last day of classes before the break will be Saturday, March 24. Regular classes will resume again on Monday, April 2.
Iyengar Yoga
Register now for an 8 week session of Iyengar yoga from March 8 - May 3. A Discovery class is offered on Thursdays from 9:30-10:45am and Flow class is also on Thursdays from 1:30-2:30pm. All levels of experience are welcome.
Call the office to inquire or to hold a spot!
Yoga Workshop
Not sure if Iyengar is right for you? Come on down to the studio Saturday, March 3rd and take a class for only $5! We are offering a class for kids 10+ from 12-1pm and an adult class from 1-2pm.
Call the office for more info.
Fairytale Dance
The perfect class for 3-5 year olds. Children will take part in dancing, crafts, songs and creative play. An 8 week session is available from March 8 - May 3. Thursdays from 9:30-10:45.
Call the office to enquire or hold a spot!
Moms and Tots
A fun way to introduce your two year old to the joy of dance. Moms are invited to join their child in an introduction to the basics of jazz and ballet, in a fun and bonding experience.
Storybook
Three year olds enjoy a gentle and fun introduction to dance through movement, rhythm, and creativity. Emphasis is on interaction through various themes in 30 minute classes in 12-week sessions.
Preschool
Four year old dancers will enjoy this introduction to dance. Classes are a combination of beginner jazz, ballet, tap and acro movements. Classes are 45 minutes weekly. Session classes and boy's only classes are available.
PrePrimary
Five year old dancers receive training in ballet and jazz to prepare the foundation for further classes.
Ballet
The ISTD ballet syllabus provides a worthwhile sense of achievement for the recreation dancer, while providing the strength and flexibility needed for those pursuing a career in classical ballet. Primary Ballet begins at 6 years old. Level 3 Ballet students and up dance twice weekly, or once weekly for 2 years at the teacher’s discretion.
Tap
Tap includes learning the technique of sound quality, rhythm, style and a variety of combinations from the Al Gilbert syllabus. Minimum age is 6 years old. Older students will be placed at the teacher’s discretion.
Acro
Acro is a unique form of dance that combines gymnastic movements with dance steps. Minimum age is 6. Older students will be placed at the teacher’s discretion.
Jazz
Following the ISTD syllabus, our jazz classes have a contemporary style. Dancers learn postural placement, clean lines, musicaliry and creative expression. Minimum age is 6 years old. Older students will be placed at the teacher’s discretion. At the Jazz 5 level, students must take ballet if they wish to be examined.
Hip Hop
Dance at its rawest form, hip hop combines urban dance movements to produce a high energy rhythmic dance style. Minimum age is 7 years old. No exam offered.
Dance Alive
Dance Alive is a performing troupe for driven students that wish to have more performance opportunities. It is offered on Friday nights to dancers aged 7 and up. The main focus is on choreography and performance in a variety of styles. The dancer must have a minimum one-year dance experience and be studying both ballet and jazz at Invitation to Dance. See our Dance Alive brochure for details and parent commitment.
Daytime Classes
Daytime classes for 2, 3 and 4 year olds in 12-week sessions. Adult classes and classes for homeschooled children available. See schedule for details.
Teen Classes
Never danced before and don’t know where to start? Check out Hip Hop, Teen Dance or contact the studio for placement in other classes.
Open Class
Conditioning, Across The Floor and Open choreography all in one class for our more advanced students! Conditioning will focus on flexibility, abdominal strength and correct postural alignment. Across the Floor and Open class will work on our students affinity for leaps and turns and to expose them to new forms of choreography. This class is for students in Level 4 of Jazz and higher only.
Calling All Boys!
Specialized classes for boys only in Hip Hop and Preschool. These classes will utilize athleticism and strength to develop confidence and camaraderie.
Pricing
| Class | Monthly Fee | Term Fee | Yearly Fee | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st of each month | Sept. 1 | Jan. 1 | Apr. 1 | Sept. 1 | ||
| Daytime Preschool, Mom and tot, Homeschool Dance | Fee per 12-week session (Sept 19 - Dec 12; Jan 23 - Apr 21). No recital performance | $126 / session | ||||
| Storybook | Fee per 12-week session (Sept 19 - Dec 12; Jan 23 - Apr 21). No recital performance | $106 / session | ||||
| All classes | 45 Minutes | $42 | $168 | $126 | $126 | $420 |
| 1 hour | $47 | $188 | $141 | $141 | $470 | |
| Ballet 3 and up | 45 minutes twice a week | $74 | $296 | $222 | $222 | $740 |
| 1 hour twice a week | $84 | $336 | $252 | $252 | $840 | |
| Pointe 1, 2 | $16 | $64 | $64 | $64 | $160 | |
| Dance Alive | Free if taking Ballet, Jazz, Tap and Acro | $42 | $168 | $126 | $126 | $420 |
| Unlimited Classes | Rate is per child. Does not include scholarships, bursaries and/or solo, duet, or trio. | $250 | $1000 | $750 | $750 | $2500 |
| Solo | Must be in Dance Theatre and completed Jazz 3, Ballet 3, Tap 3, or Acro 3. Students are chosen through application. | $250 | ||||
| Duet | $125 each | |||||
| Trio | $85 each | |||||
Exams
In School Exams:
Students are not required to attend extra classes in preparation for in school exams. The examiner is a qualified dance instructor from outside the studio, who understands the capabilities of young children. On completion of the exam, the student will receive a graded certificate and a detailed report. There is a small charge ($20) to cover the cost of the exam.
Majors: (upper level exams)
If necessary, extra classes may be offered in preparation of a major exam at a minimal charge. Dedicated attendance at class is very important when preparing for exams.
Ballet:
Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance (ISTD) holds exams in Calgary annually. Students in Ballet 5 and up will be informed well in advance if they are ready to take an exam. Prices vary according to the level, and are set by ISTD.
Jazz:
ISTD offers exams from Bronze level and up annually. Students will be informed well in advance if they are ready to take an exam. Prices vary according to the level, and are set by the ISTD.
