Children Sessions (2-17 years)

SUMMER SESSION REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 23rd.
*Registrations received prior to that date will not be considered valid

All Children’s Sessions are offered at our Haptic Dance Arts Studio located at
325 7th Street South, unless otherwise posted.

All of our session classes are based on creativity & imagination while introducing basic skills and technique to our students. Session classes are the perfect introduction for first-time movers or the returning student looking to build on their technique.  
These programs are offered 6-10 weeks at a time and are an excellent introduction to movement and dance.

Online Registration Form

You can register  by filling out our online registration form
All classes run based on pre-registration and will be confirmed 7-10 days prior to the start date. Payment is required on the day of registration to secure your spot and can be sent by transfer to info@hapticdancearts.com

Session Fee & Cancellation Policies

  1. Session class fees are required to be paid at the time of registration in order to hold your place in the class.
  2. Session class fees are subject to a 25% admin fee should you withdraw with less than a 14 days prior to the session start date.
  3. Session class fees are non-refundable after the session has started.
  4. Deferred payments can be arranged for another session at the discretion of the Artistic Director
  5. Should there be a Government mandated closure, classes will continue online until it is possible to return to in-person learning.

Summer Sessional Classes

Move with Me (under 3)
(Creative Dance with guardian participation)
6 week session | $57.75 (tax included)
with Miss Claire 

Multi-generational dance class for children 3 and under who are ready to start dancing with their family! Covering a variety of movements, rhythms and songs in a fun environment. Parents/guardians enjoy participating with the children as the music moves them.

Tuesdays  5:15 – 5:45   | July 4th – August 8th   
Fridays 9:30 – 10:00   |  July 14th – August 18th  


Creative Movement 3-4 years 
(Ballet and Creative Movement)
6 week session | $57.75 (tax included)
with Miss Claire 
This 30 minute class is a great introduction to movement, dance and independence! Students will explore different styles of movement and motion based on ballet and creative movement foundations. Using a variety of rhythms, steps and creative imagination, students will begin to build their dance skills.

Wednesdays 4:45-5:15  |  July 5th – August 9th
Fridays 10:15-10:45  |   July 14th – August 18th  

Mini Dance 4-5 years 
(Ballet, Tap and Creative Movement)
6 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included)
with Miss Claire 
This 45 minute class is the next step up for those Creative Movement students ready to develop their skills further. Recommended for the returning 4 year old or first time 5 year old, this class will use creative imagination while developing basic skills in Ballet and Tap. 

Fridays 11:00-11:45  |   July 14th – August 18th  

Creative Combo 5-6 years 
(Tap, Jazz, Ballet and Creative Movement) 
6 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included)
with Miss Taylor
This Tap, Jazz, Balletcombo is the perfect class to get those kindergarten age students moving! Students develop their technique in the three core styles of dance while enjoying creative movement, themes and games.

Mondays 5:00-5:45  |   July 10th – August 21st   (no class August 7th)

Intro to Acro  5-7 years
6 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included)
with Miss Jesse
If you have a little one who loves to bend, roll and tumble, then this program if for them.  Incorporating flexibility, strength and coordination to up beat music and rhythms. This is an excellent introductory program for new to Dance and Acro students!

Fridays 12:00-12:45 | July 14th – August 18th


Exploring Dance  7-9 years   
(Tap, Jazz, Ballet and Creative Movement)
6 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included)
with Miss Taylor
Exploring Dance offers students an introduction to Tap, Jazz, Ballet and Creative Movement. This is the perfect class for experienced students to progress their skills or the new to dance student looking to try it all.

Mondays 6:00-6:45   |   July 10th – August 21st   (no class August 7th)

Acro Basics   8 – 11  years
6 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included)
with Miss Jesse
Incorporating flexibility, strength and coordination to up beat music and rhythms. Acro Basics is geared towards older students looking to try Acro Dance.  Open to new and experienced Dancers. 

Fridays 1:30-2:15 | July 14th – August 18th  


Tap Basics  10 years & up  
6 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included)
with Miss Claire
Get those feet tapping with our summer Tap Basics.  This class will focus on the foundations of tap while developing rhythm and style to your movements. Perfect for the first time tapper, or students looking to enhance their existing skills. 
Students are required to provide their own shoes.

Wednesdays 6:00-6:45  |  July 5th – August 9th


Ballet Basics  9-12 years   
6 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included)
with Miss Claire
Ballet Basics will focus on the foundations of ballet.  Perfect for the first time students or those looking to refine their existing technique.  This class will run at an easy pace and is perfect for young students looking to try ballet! 

Tuesdays 6:00-6:45  |  July 4th – August 8th


Hip Hop 8-11 years 
6 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included)
with Miss Jesse
Perfect for kids with lots of energy to burn,  students will explore this groove-based style while dancing to popular music. Students are asked to wear comfortable movement clothing and clean non-marking hip hop shoes or runners. 

Fridays 12:45-1:30| July 14th – August 18th  


 Hip Hop 12 years & up   
6 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included)
with Miss Jesse
Perfect for kids with lots of energy to burn,  students will explore this groove-based style while dancing to popular music. Students are asked to wear comfortable movement clothing and clean non-marking hip hop shoes or runners. 

Fridays 2:15-3:00 | July 14th – August 18th  

Summer Technique Classes 2023

Geared towards the more serious student, these classes will keep students skills sharp through the summer.   This is a great way to keep students moving and training over the summer while they prepare to return to the studio in the fall.

Jazz/Contemporary 7-9 years  
(Fall School Grades 2 & 3)
Wednesdays 5:15-6:00 | July 5th – August 9th
6 week session  |  $73.50 (tax included) 

Jazz/Contemporary 10-12 years
(Fall School Grades 4 – 6 )
Thursdays 5:15-6:15  | July 6th – August 10th
6 week session  |  $84.00 (tax included)

Jazz/Contemporary 13 years & up
(Fall School Grade 7 & up)
Thursdays 6:15 – 7:15  | July 6th – August 10th
6 week session  |  $84.00 (tax included)

Stretch and Strength (10 years & up)
with Miss Anali
Wednesdays  7:00- 7:45  | July 5th – July 26th   
4 week session  |  $45.00 (tax included)

Open Ballet 
12 years & up 
with Miss Anali
Wednesdays 7:45-8:45  | July 5th – July 26th   
4 week session  |  $60.00 (tax included)

Pointe Technique 
*with approval from Miss Anali 
12 years & up 
Wednesdays 8:45-9:15| July 5th – July 26th   
4 week session  |  $30.00 (tax included)

Back to Dance
Summer Camp
Aug. 22nd – Aug. 24th

Geared towards the full year student, these half day camps will focus on technique, foundations and the artistry of dance.  Each day will include Acro, Dance Technique, Creative Movement and Yoga. 

Ideal for students returning to the 2023/2024 Dance season
Be sure to register soon as we have limited spots available.

Junior Dance Technique Camp 8-11 years
9am-12pm
$130 + GST

Intermediate Dance Technique Camp 12 years & up
12:30pm – 4:00pm
$150 + GST

SPRING SESSIONS 2023 


Move with Me (under 3)
(Creative Dance with guardian participation)
6 week session | $57.75 (tax included)
with Miss Claire 
Multi-generational dance class for children 3 and under who are ready to start dancing with their family! Covering a variety of movements, rhythms and songs in a fun environment. Parents/guardians enjoy participating with the children as the music moves them.

Saturdays 1:00-1:30  | May 6 -June 17  (No class May 20th) * * FULL**
Wednesdays 9:30-10:00  | May 17th – June 21st   *2 spots left*


Creative Movement 3-4 years 
(Ballet and Creative Movement)
8 week sessions  |  $73.50 (tax included) 
This 30 minute class is a great introduction to movement, dance and independence! Students will explore different styles of movement and motion based on ballet and creative movement foundations. Using a variety of rhythms, steps and creative imagination, students will begin to build their dance skills.

Fridays 1:45-2:15 | April 14th  – June 9th (No class May 19th) with Miss Claire  **FULL**
Saturdays 9:15-9:45 | April 15th – June 10th (No class May 20th) with Miss Taylor **FULL**
Wednesdays 10:10-10:40 | May 3rd to June 21st with Miss Claire

Mini Dance 4-5 years 
(Ballet, Tap and Creative Movement)
8 week sessions  |  $99.75 (tax included)
This 45 minute class is the next step up for those Creative Movement students ready to develop their skills further.  Recommended for the returning 4 year old or first time 5 year old, this class will use creative imagination while developing basic skills in Ballet and Tap. 

Saturdays 10:00 – 10:45  | April 15th – June 10th (No class May 20th) with Miss Taylor **FULL**

Wednesdays 10:45-11:30 | May 3rd to June 21st  with Miss Claire *4 spots left*

Intro to Acro Dance 5-7 years
8 week sessions  |  $99.75 (tax included)
with Miss Jesse
If you have a little one who loves to bend, roll and tumble, then this program if for them.  Incorporating flexibility, strength and coordination to up beat music and rhythms. This is an excellent introductory program for new to Dance and Acro students!

Fridays 4:15-5:00  |  April 14th  – June 9th (No class May 19th) **FULL**

Exploring Dance  7-9 years   
(Tap, Jazz, Ballet and Creative Movement)
8 week sessions  |  $99.75 (tax included)
with Miss Taylor
Exploring Dance offers students an introduction to Tap, Jazz, Ballet and Creative Movement. This is the perfect class for experienced students to progress their skills or the new to dance student looking to try it all.

Saturdays 11:00-11:45 |  April 15th – June 10th (No class May 20th) * 1 spot left*

Hip Hop 8-11 years 
8 week sessions  |  $99.75 (tax included) 
with Miss Jesse
Perfect for kids with lots of energy to burn,  students will explore this groove-based style while dancing to popular music. Students are asked to wear comfortable movement clothing and clean non-marking hip hop shoes or runners.

Fridays 3:30-4:15| April 14th  – June 9th (No class May 19th) * 1 spots left*


Acro Basics 8-11 years
8 week sessions  |  $99.75 (tax included)
with Miss Jesse
If you have a little one who loves to bend, roll and tumble, then this program if for them.  Incorporating flexibility, strength and coordination to up beat music and rhythms. This is an excellent introductory program for new to Dance and Acro students!

Fridays 5:00-5:45  |  April 14th  – June 9th (No class May 19th) * 3 spots left*


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Miss Claire