Starchevski School of Ballet is offering dance programs that are creative and current.

The dance programs include classes in ballet at all levels, from pre-school through general levels to advanced ballet and also teen/adult ballet. Additional classes are offered in jazz, tap, hip-hop, modern, national dance and lyrical.

The ballet program was design by Mr. Star and Mrs. Starczewski based on traditions and their experience as professional dancers. Students will learn the ballet curriculum gradually from the beginner to the most advanced ballet.

You can register here on line or at the school. We recommended to contact us for more information and we will be happy to assist you with overall school information, performing opportunities and to choose appropriate class.

Mom & Tots Sat. 10:15am-10:45am Age 2-3 Teacher: Ms. Francesca   The class introduces all the basic coordination exercises as well as dance games and fun!  There will be stretching and flexibility training, and an introductory to ballet, memory skills, music appreciation and introductory to discipline skills such as teamwork and group cooperation.  Mom’s come prepared to sit on the floor with your child and do all the activities as they do.  Monthly Payments - $49.00 You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016 Student First & Last Name Phone #

Pre-ballet Age 3-5 Teacher: Ms. Francesca Classes are designed to cultivate a love of the ballet and open young minds to the endless possibilities of dance. The young dancers learn basic ballet positions and movements through exercises and games that encourage creativity while laying the foundation for solid technique. The class incorporates elements of acting and story-telling. The nurturing and stimulating environment of the class helps to develop a physical confidence and a joy of movement, while fostering grace and coordination. Monthly Payments You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016 Chose your option Pre-Ballet Tues 5:00PM-5:30PM : $48.00 CAD - monthly Pre-Ballet Sat. 9:00AM - 9:30AM : $48.00 CAD - monthly Pre-Ballet Tues & Sat : $91.20 CAD - monthly Student First & Last Name Phone #   __________________________

Age 5+ Pre-Primary Age 6+ Primary The pre-primary and primary ballet classes serve as a transition from introduction ballet to classical ballet levels. In a fun and creative atmosphere, students develop gross motor skills, increased flexibility and are introduced to the basic language of ballet and character dance. Monthly Payments You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016   Chose your option PrePrimary Sat 9:30AM-10:15AM : $58.00 CAD - monthly Primary Sat 9:30AM-10:15AM : $58.00 CAD - monthly Primary Tues 5:00PM-5:45PM : $58.00 CAD - monthly Primary Tues & Sat : $110.00 CAD - monthly Student First & Last Name Phone #

Ballet 1/2 Wed. 5:15pm-6:45pm Ballet 1/2 Sat. 10:15am-11:45am Age 8+ We strongly recommend that students from Ballet 1/2 attend two ballet classes per week. Your child will have a ballet barre they memorize, and center combinations. The Ballet 1/2 focus on the love for dance and the start of the syllabus for that level. This class gives children an opportunity to learn ballet and character dance. They will love the variety of music and movement that they experience each class. Monthly Payments You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016 Chose your option Ballet 1/2 Wed. : $78.00 CAD - monthly Ballet 1/2 Sat : $78.00 CAD - monthly Ballet 1/2 Wed & Sat : $148.20 CAD - monthly Student First & Last Name Phone #

Ballet 3/4, Tues. 5:45pn-7:15pm & Thurs. 6:30-7:45 Age 9+ Teacher: MRS. Starczewski, The program is designed for dedicated dancers 9 years or older. Students will have classical ballet technique two days each week and one class of character dance. The classes include stretching, bare work, and center combinations set for class level. To excel in ballet we encourage adding more classes in training, to improve strength and quality of movement. Monthly Payments - $148.20 You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016 Student First & Last Name Phone #

Ballet 5/6, Tues. 6:45-8:15 & Thurs. 5:30-7:00 Age 10+ BALLET: Mr. Star, POINTE: Ms. Hanna Two classes a week. Barre will be done at the beginning of every class, followed by work in the center and pointe class will be added to this level. This class is designed to challenge dancers, but to also allow them to enjoy the beauty and fun of ballet.   Monthly Payments - $180.00 You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016 Student First & Last Name Phone #

Ballet 7/8, Wed 6:15-7:30 & Thurs 7:00-8:45 Age 12+ BALLET: Mr. Star, POINTE: Ms. Hanna to May 25, 2016 Ballet 7/8 is geared toward dancers who have many years of ballet training and who are dedicated and willing to work hard.  Technique will be an important focus of the class, but, that being said, time will also be devoted to just enjoying dancing.  Barre will be done at the beginning of every class, followed by work in the center and then exercises across the floor and pointe class.  This class is designed to challenge dancers, but to also allow them to enjoy the beauty and fun of ballet.  Monthly Payments - $180.00 You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016     Student First & Last Name Phone #

Teen/Adult Ballet Wed. 6:45 pm-7:45 pm Teen /ADULT Ballet WED. Sat. 10:45 AM -11:45 AM Teacher: Ms. Francesca Ballet is a wonderful way to improve posture, muscle tone and get fit while listen to beautiful classical music. The classes are designed for beginners or second year students but also to dancers who danced in the past and would like to return to ballet training. It is a great way to get into shape and learn something new. Monthly Payments You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016 Chose your option Teen/Adult Wed : $64.00 CAD - monthly Teen/Adult Sat : $64.00 CAD - monthly Teen/Adult Wed & Sat : $120.00 CAD - monthly Student First & Last Name Phone #

Lyrical Wed. 8:15pm - 9:00pm Age 11+ Teacher: Ms. CARLEY September 9, 2015 to May 25, 2016 Lyrical is a beautiful blend of Ballet, Modern and Jazz Dance. Students learn the techniques of Ballet, Rhythm of Jazz and the emotions of Modern Dance. Lyrical creates a story or expresses the mood or theme of the music and its lyrics. This class is great for the experienced dancer. Must be taken with ballet or Jazz. Monthly Payments You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016   Chose your option Lyrical & Teen/Adult Ballet : $116.00 CAD - monthly Lyrical & Jazz : $110.00 CAD - monthly Lyrical : $58.00 CAD - monthly Student First & Last Name Phone #

Hip-Hop Mix Sat. 11:45am-12:30pm Age Mix Teacher: Ms. CARLEY September 9, 2015 to May 25, 2016 One class a week. This energetic class works to improve technique, stamina, and flexibility. Jazz classes are fun, set to the most popular music of today. Monthly Payments - $64.00 You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016 Student First & Last Name Phone #

Jazz 11+, Wed. 7:30pm-8:15pm Age 11+ Teacher: Ms. CARLEY September 9, 2015 to May 25, 2016 One class a week. This energetic class works to improve technique, stamina, and flexibility. Jazz classes are fun, set to the most popular music of today. Monthly Payments - $64.00 You can join classes billed on a monthly basis. Classes run to the end of May, 2016 Student First & Last Name Phone #

Tap ages 11+, TBA Tap is an exciting form of dance in which dancers wear special shoes equipped with metal taps. Tap dancers use their feet like drums to create rhythmic patterns and timely beats. The term "tap dancing" is derived from the tapping sound produced when the small metal plates on the dancer's shoes touch a hard floor or surface.

Classes start from September until May (9 months program)

During the 9 months program there are 32 classes and in addition we have picture day, dress rehearsals and performances. See our school calendar for details and events at http://www.ssballet.ca/Calendar There are no refunds for missed classes. However, we encourage all our students to make up the missed classes in the same or lower level.

Registration $25.00 student, (paid upon registration)

PAYMENT OPTIONS

We have three payment options to choose from:

The 9 months payment: Tuition paid in one full payment for nine months.

Trimester: Full payment is divided into three payments which equal 3 months for each trimester. Three cheques or credit card payment are required:
1st trimester is paid on the date of registration, with registration.
2nd trimester is postdated for December 1.
3rd trimester is postdated for March 1.

Monthly: Monthly payment is available at the school discretion. Full payment is divided into 9 installments. The first and last month to be paid at the time of registration. The remaining months should be paid by postdated cheques. Postdated cheques are dated the first day of the month.

The School reserves the right to withdraw the installment plan at its sole discretion. Circumstances that could result in this action include, but are not limited to, cheques being returned NSF, per-authorized credit card payments being declined, and late payments. If so notified by the School, the entire balance owing becomes immediately payable and must be paid before the student can return to class

Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority going to returning students. We must have a completed and signed registration form before a student may take classes. Late payments and returned checks are subject to a $25.00 fee. A student can take a trial or placement class for a $25 fee per one class.

Parents/guardians are obligated and responsible for tuition and fees from the date of registration to the last day of school.

Cancellation Policy

The cancellation must be submitted to the office in person and in writing. We will not accept cancellation over the phone or e-mail.
“Monthly payment” - June fee is not refundable a cancellation must be submitted to the office in writing one month prior your monthly payment, there is no refund after December 1, of the school year.
“Three payments” - Cancellation must be submitted to the office in writing one month prior your installation payment. There is no refund after December 1 of the school year.
“The 9 months payment” is non refundable. Registration, costume, performance, audition, tickets, solo/duet, private lesson fees are non refundable. Please note that once any payment has been deposited a refund cannot be given.
The school credit may be given at the discretion of the directors.

School Policy

PHOTOS AND VIDEOS

Starchevski School of Ballet Inc. (SSofB) reserves the right to use its former or current student photos, video or the like for publicity and marketing of the school.

SCHEDULE CHANGE

SSofB reserves the rights to change, cancel or substitute dates, classes and schedules. Add or remove faculty members at any time.

ATTENDANCE

Coming to a class on time is very important for all ages. History shows a strong positive correlation between class attendance and grades. Walking into a class 5 or 10 minutes late is disruptive and unfair to the class and your child learning process. We would like all students to come 5 or 10 minutes before the class so the students are prepared for class and they learn from you the most important lesson “to be on time”. Absences and tardiness can hold back an entire class, If you are unable come to the class because your daughter or son is sick or unwell please email school@ssballet.ca or call us at 403 226-8874. If you fail to inform the school we will note this as an unexcused absence. After more than 4 unexcused absences the instructor reserves the right to rearrange the routine, shifting dancers out of a specific dance positions if necessary. The School reserves the rights to suspend any student with more than six unexcused absences within four month. If a student is suspended there will be no refund for the tuition and any other payments or missed classes. Due to the high standards of the ballet classes, regular attendance is mandatory.
We at the Starchevski School of Ballet thank you to all parents and guardians for understanding and support in this matter.
If a dancer‘s absences occur at pivotal times, such as close to performance time, the instructor reserve the right to remove the dancer from a particular performance.

ATENDANCE AND CONDUCT

It is understood that student will reserve his/her time to commit to SSofB classes and performances. Participating in other activities which are in conflict with classes or performances may result in student being dismissed from the school. The school has rights to suspend any student, when the director concludes that a student is disobedient or the behavior of a student has a harmful effect on a person; or a student fails to comply with the school policy. If a student is suspended there will be no refund for the tuition and any other payments.

The parents/guardians are responsible to read the school bulletin board about any information and changes to the school policy.

ATTIRE POLICY

Girls’ hair in all levels of ballet must be properly groomed for ballet class: long hair must be secured in a bun; short hair must be pulled back from the face and off the neck. No jewelry or nail polish may be worn. Students must be dressed in the required class attire.

Items which are available at school

Ballet shoes - $19.00
Pre-ballet to Pre-primary skirt - $20.00
Character skirt with trims - $45.00

The school does not sell: tights, character shoes, jazz shoes, jazz pants, pointe shoes. You can buy those items at dance stores in Calgary, see below.

Mom & Tots & TEEN/ADULT BALLET

Solid colored cotton/lycra bodysuit (any style or color)
Pink seamless tights
Pink ballet slippers
Ballet skirt is optional
Hair tied up in a bun,

Pre-Ballet, Pre-Primary, Primary, Ballet 1 & 2

Pink tank bodysuit & matching waistband (Mondor style recommended)
Pink ballet tights (Mondor style recommended)
Pink ballet skirt
Pink full sole ballet shoes

Low heel black ballet character shoes (required for grade 1 & 2)
Character skirt (required for grade 1 & 2)
Hair tied up in a ballet bun.

Ballet 3 and 4

Black tank bodysuit Capizio or Mondor style recommended
Pink ballet tights (Mondor 316 style recommended)
Ballet skirt is optional
Pink full sole ballet shoes
Low heel black ballet character shoes
Character skirt
Hair tied up in a bun

Ballet 5/6, Ballet Advanced

Capezio burgundy leotard style MC110,
Pink ballet tights (Mondor 316 style recommended)
Ballet skirt is optional
Pink soft leather full sole ballet shoes
Pointe shoes
Hair tied up in a bun

Jazz

Jazz shoes, beige tights or jazz pants, ballet class or black bodysuit.

Tap

Tap, tap shoes, any bodysuit and shorts

Lyrical

Ballet class or black bodysuit with ballet shoes and footless tights

Hip-Hop

Pants, t-shirt and jazz runners.

Dance Stores in Calgary

Bodythings (2 locations)

1) 12445 Lake Fraser Dr SE

Phone (403) 275-5440

2) 4550 17th Ave SW

Phone (403) 686-7726

Classique Dancewear (2 locations)

1) Bay 16, 6624 Centre St. South

Phone (403) 263-4828

2) #1b, 5720 Silversprings Blvd NW

Phone (403) 294-1090

La Syds

106-5403 Crowchild Trail NW

Phone (403) 288-3060

Masque

#5-9250 McLeod Trail SE

Phone (403) 230-3306

Muge

#202, 3132-26th St NE

Phone (403) 263-9500

Dance Gala provides opportunities for all our dancers. In 2015/16 school year we have The Nutcracker performance (December 20, 2015) and Spring Gala (May 13, 2016)

Since the very beginning of our school the performances are part of our training.

Theater production require a team work to produce fine performance. All students are encouraged participate in production held in December and May each year. A detailed newsletter and Parents Consent Form will be presented to all students prior to each production.

The students learn from the very beginning the policies, protocol, and traditions followed in the theater throughout the world.

We thank you to all volunteers for your help and continue support.