2023 / 2024 Dance Season

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REGULAR SEASON PROGRAM CLASSES

Regular Season Program classes are for those students looking to dance recreationally with the finest offerings in dance instruction, choreography, performance opportunities, in a positive and encouraging learning environment. Dancers will progress through the levels of 

These classes running for a full dance season, September to June, with multiple performances throughout the year for all levels. Costumes are supplied by Veselka except for footwear and Poltava blouse or shirt at the intermediate and senior levels. 

Age is only a guideline in class placement, Veselka takes care in placing students in the appropriate level for their development and safety. 

Beginner 

The Beginner class is offered for 4-6 year olds to develop musicality, movement, coordination, and an enjoyment for Ukrainian dance. Students will learn one piece of choreography and will have the opportunity to perform throughout the year.

Class length – 45 mins

Junior 1, 2, 3  

Classes are offered for children aged 6 – 12. As dancers progress through the curriculum their work is complemented by choreography and progressively more competitive and non-competitive performance opportunities. Students will have the opportunity to learn choreography from different regions of Ukraine.  

Junior 1 Class length – 1 hour 

Junior 2 Class length – 1.25 hour 

Junior 3 Class length – 1.5 hour

Intermediate and Senior 

The intermediate and Senior classes offer training to dancers between the age of 14 – 19 years who aspire to have a broader understanding of Ukrainian dance. A sense of commitment, passion and self-motivation is required to meet the intermediate and senior level’s high standards and commitment. Dancers will develop an enhanced sense of Ukrainian and ballet technique, performance, storytelling, cultural knowledge, confidence and creativity. It is recommended that intermediate and senior dancers attend the ballet class. 

Intermediate Class length — 2x 2 hours

Senior Class length — 2x 2 hours

Performing Adult 19+

The Performing Adult class is a Ukrainian dance class for adults who have previously danced or are currently dancing. Classes will consist of a ballet barre, centre work, and regional choreography that will be performed throughout the year and our year end showcase. It is recommended that students participant in Beginner Adult class in the Term Classes before registering for the Performing Adult class. 

Class length – 1.5 hours 

Intermediate & Senior Ballet 

The ballet classes that are taught at Veselka are based on the Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D) method of training to provide the students with a solid understanding of classical technique. Many of the steps learned in Ukrainian dance, have come from ballet. By combining ballet and Ukrainian dance, these forms build off of one another, to produce balanced results. Ballet training encourages precision, agility, fluidity of movement, mental focus and endurance. Ballet enhances the skill of a Ukrainian dancer. 

Class length – 1.5 hour, will be offered starting 2024 / 2025 dance season

Ballet/Pointe 

Based on the R.A.D. method this class focuses on strong ballet technique as students mature and advance through their dance training. Students must have at least 5 years of training in the class style.

Class length – 1.5 hour 

SkunkWorks

Veselka’s semi-professional company. This is a small, secretive, elite team that dropped out of mainstream company operations in order to develop something new for the sake of innovation.

By invite or audition. Please do not register for this class unless you have been invited to.

Class length — 4+ hours 

Age is only a guideline in class placement, Veselka takes care in placing students in the appropriate level for their development and safety. 

2023/2024 Pricing per month:

Beginner – $63.00

Junior 1 – $73.50

Junior 2 – $84.00

Junior 3 – $105.00

Intermediate – $152.25 

Senior – $152.25

Adult Performing – $68.25

Junior 2/3 Ballet – $94.50

Int/Sr Ballet – $105.00

Costume Fees for 2023/2024

Veselka is very fortunate to have an extensive collection of costumes from various regions throughout Ukraine to outfit our dancers. To help with costume care and maintenance, a small annual costume fee will be charged to each dancer based on their dance level. Due January 1, 2024

Senior: $70.00
Intermediate: $60.00
Junior 3: $50.00
Junior 2: $40.00
Junior 1: $30.00 
Beginner: $20.00

TERM CLASSES 

Term classes run for 10-14 week sessions, they are a great way to explore an interest in movement without committing to a full year of classes. Term classes are not performance classes and will not be included in any of our performances, however, participants are welcome to come to all events that Veselka hosts.  

Term 1 – September 11, 2023 – December 18, 2023  (14 classes) ( no class October 9, 2023)

Term 2 – January 8, 2024 – March 25, 2024 (12 classes) ( no class February 19, 2024)

Term 3 – April 8, 2024 – June 17, 2024 (10 classes) (no class May 20, 2024)

Ukrainian & Ballet for 3-5 year olds 

This class teaches the basics of classical ballet and Ukrainian dance in a fun and upbeat class for preschoolers.

Class length – 45 minutes – , will be offered starting in 2024 – If interested – please email registrar@veselkadancers.com

Beginner Teen (12-15 years old) 

This class teaches the basics of Ukrainian dance. Perfect for teens wanting to try Ukrainian dance, and gain techniques to enable them to join the General Programming.

Class length – 1 hour

Cost: 

Term 2 – $94.50  (12 classes) 

Term 3 – $79.00 (10 classes)

Beginner Adult 

This class teaches the absolute basics of classical ballet and Ukrainian dance. Suitable for all beginners or participants looking to brush up on very basic technique. It is recommended that students participant in Beginner Adult class before registering for the Performing Adult class in the General Program. 

Class length – 1.5 hour

Cost:

Term 1 – $165.00  (14 classes) 

Term 2 – $141.50  (12 classes) 

Term 3 – $118.00 (10 classes)

Veselkacise

Veselkacise is where ballet, stretching, and Ukrainian folk dance all come together to form this high intensity workout. Guaranteed cardio, strength, and flexibility.

Will be offered in the 2024 / 2025 dance season

Class length – 1 hour