Our after-school program consists of dance and physical education and academic education. The after-school dance and physicl eduction program includes Ballet, Character, Jazz and Modern Dance as well as Ballet Gymnastics. Participation is based on the student’s age, preferences and level of experience. The program has several goals:

  • to explore and expand a child’s talents
  • to educate students in the art of dance
  • to develop physical, social and intellectual skills
  • to prepare students for success in school
  • to prepare the most gifted students for the Professional Ballet and Academic Program.

The Victoria Ballet Academy’s after-school dance program delivers more than just dance training. Children learn to master new tasks. This encourages creativity, confidence and problem-solving skills. Both individually and as part of a group, children learn to interpret their teachers’ verbal and non-verbal cues. Our program promotes learning, independence and physical activity. The feedback that we have received from parents confirms that our program succeeds not only in offering dance and physical training but in contributing to the social development of their children.
The academic year at the Victoria Ballet Academy lasts from the beginning of September to the end of June. Ballet lessons are prepared by our highly qualified specialists and our teaching method is the secret of our success as a ballet school. We invite parents to observe open classes during winter and spring examinations. Students will have opportunities to perform on the theatre stage, which is always exciting for an aspiring young dancer. At the end of each program, students receive certificates of accomplishment. Parents are always encouraged to enquire about the progress of their children at the Academy and we welcome any feedback. Meetings with the teachers or the Academy administration can be arranged upon request.

As parents, you may have dreams and aspirations for your child– a future in ballet, professional dance– we at the Victoria Ballet Academy are here to help and support your child on the path to reaching his or her full potential. Our program has been developed according to the highly praised Vaganova system of choreographic education and the curriculum is specific to the age and overall development of the child. We invite you to review our dance program description and schedule to see the range of classes we have to offer. Our staff is always willing to assist in determining the appropriate program for your child. The school provides children with transportation, hot meals and professional tutoring within our academic after-school program.
The Victoria Ballet Academy issues receipts for income tax purposes.
The Federal Government has recently introduced a tax incentive for parents who enroll their children in eligible programs of physical activity. Please see http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/fitness for details.

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