Thank you for your excellent instruction and of course to the undoubtedly the most competent and talented teacher of my daughter!!!  Even though my child was there for a short time, your instruction, and methodology has had a enormous effect on her. Her improvement was immense and that is credited to your teaching system and to the teacher herself, who was able to transmit so much to my child. After each class, she felt that she did better and better and longed to come back next class and work even harder. At home, the teacher was frequently and affectionately talked about by my child, who makes at home productions, and does her stretches on a daily basis… Thank you for giving her your all. You have effected this little girl in ways that you can not imagine.  So thank you for all you have done!

Eniko Hegedus

The dance programs for 2010 – 2011 academic year

Wed. 5 pm (ballet, 50 min.) and 6 pm (stretching and character dance, 45 Min.) and Sat. 10 am (Contemporary, 45 min.) and 11 am (ballet, 55 min.).

Children in this group attend classes twice a week. You can choose 1 or 2 hours a day but the ballet is a compulsory priority. The level 1 program is designed both for new and continuing students of this age group.

In December, parents are invited to observe their child’s progress during an open lesson. At the end of the year, an free of charge examination is offered, and a certificate of achievements will be issued to successful students.

Ballet level 2

6 - 8 year-olds

Wed. 6 pm (stretching and character dance, 45 min., ) and 7 pm (ballet, 1 hour) pm and Sat. 10 am (Contemporary, 45 min.) and 11 am (ballet, 55 min.).

7 - 9 year olds.

Mon. 6 pm (stretching, 45 min.) and 7 pm (ballet, 1 hour) pm and Thu. 6 pm (character dance, 50 min.) and 7 pm (ballet, 1 hour). Optional: Sat. 10 am (Contemporary, 45 min.) and 11 am (ballet, 55 min.).

This program is designed for our continuing successful students. Beginners can join this group after having taken preparatory classes with another group or private lessons. The children learn about responsibility and discipline while discovering new skills in a classroom setting. Students take classes of Ballet Gymnastics (sometimes called Conditioning) for faster and harmonious physical development. The students are ready now for some spetialized lessons, such as the Character and Contemporary dances.

In December, parents are invited to observe their child’s progress during an open lesson. The children will have their first theatre stage experience during the academic year. On December 16-19, 2011, some of the best students will perform in the Nutcracker. They will participate in the the ballet “Cinderella”in June 2011.

At the end of the year, a free of charge examination is offered, and a certificate of achievements will be issued to successful students.

The Victoria Ballet Academy also offers an excellent summer, winter and spring vacation series for children. Summer programs are available for children aged 4 to 16. Children can join these summer, as well as winter and spring, dance camps which are offered on a full or part-time basis.

9 - 12 year-olds

Mon. 6 to 8 pm (Character Dance and Ballet) and Thu. 6 to 8 pm (Stretching and Ballet) 6 to 8 pm and Sunday 11 am to 1 pm (Ballet and Contemporary).

This program is for those who have been with the school for few years or have been auditioned to enter the group. At this age, the teachers can assess as to which students will be considered ascandidates for the full-time school at the Victoria Ballet Academy. On December 16-19, 2011, the students will perform in the Nutcracker. They will participate in the the ballet “Cinderella” in June 2011.

At the end of the year, a free of charge examination is offered, and a certificate of achievements will be issued to successful students.

The Victoria Ballet Academy also offers an excellent summer, winter and spring vacation series for children. Summer programs are available for children aged 4 to 16. Children can join these summer, as well as winter and spring, dance camps which are offered on a full or part-time basis.

The classes for BEGINNERS and CONTINUING students are ongoing, and everyone can join them at any time of the year. One can choose a drop-in option paying for each attended class ($17 per class) and a 3-month session ($10-15 per class). This program is designed for adults without ballet experience as well as for those who would like to improve their level of personal fitness. The program includes stretching, basic exercises at the bar, in the centre, muscle work-out and simple dance routines. It is designed not only to teach ballet but also to help to preserve health, fitness and overall beauty. This program is also designed for former professional dancers who would like to regain their personal dancing ability.