Director

Christine Howson (A) BATD and ADAPT

is a qualified teacher of the British Association of Teachers of Dancing and the Associated Dance Arts for Professional Teachers.  She is a graduate of Queen's University with a B.Sc. in Life Sciences.  She has over 25 years of dance experience, winning many awards and scholarships both as a dancer and a teacher.  She loves teaching and it shows through all the accomplishments her students and staff are now earning.

The School

Our school offers superb dance training in a fun and supportive manner.  Whether you join us as a student focused on a career in dance, or one who wants to experience the benefits of recreational dance, our staff will guide you toward your goals.  Our school's mission is to provide a safe, fun and friendly atmosphere, to achieve excellence in dance training while developing the skills of team work, self motivation and discipline.  We care about your children and want them to feel right at home while at the studio.  Our facility is designed to do this, with spacious waiting areas, tables and chairs set out for homework, a kitchen, and 3 large bright dance studios with proper sprung hardwood flooring to prevent injuries to growing muscles and joints.

Registration

Registrations will be held at the studio during the summer months.  Class sizes are limited, and are filled on a first come, first served basis.

We will be having a used shoe sale at some registration dates.  Any used dance shoes that you would like to sell can be dropped off (with your name, phone number and price) during summer classes.

Annual Show

All students have the opportunity to perform in our annual performance in June.  Participation in the show is optional, as it requires the purchase of a costume.  A permission form and detailed letter will be issued in October, so that an informed decision can be made.

Costumes are ordered in December to ensure delivery before picture day.  Costumes must be paid for in full before they can be ordered.

Competitive Team

Invitations to join the competitive dance team are sent out each summer.  Invitations are extended based on student's performance, technique, examination marks, class attendance and most importantly attitude and class conduct.  Competitive dance offers the serious dance student the opportunity to expand their knowledge and dance training.  We try to maintain a balance between being competitive but still having fun.  If your child is interested in our competitive team for the future, please speak with our staff for guidance as to what classes they will need for future consideration.