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Want your child to feel energized and engaged in 2022 ? We want that too and are making it easy for you to jump in and join the fun in January. Presenting Our Limited-Time Dancing Deal... From December 13 – 15 , current and new students that add a 6-month class to their schedule starting in January will receive FREE dance shoes . This is a great dancing deal you want to take advantage of. Just imagine the new shoes under the Christmas tree to surprise your child with. Please note that 10-12 week seasonal programs are not included in Dancing Day Deals. How Do I Get Free Dance Shoes? Choose from a variety of styles below to find the perfect class for your child. Simply register for a 6-Month Dance Program below and we will apply the free shoes to your account! The programs that apply to dancing deals have the name 6-Month in the name. Allow your child to shine in the classroom and on stage, building confidence and creativity one step at a time. Join the fun in January and register December 13-15 and our shoes are on us! How to Register? ​ Find your class below and register online between December 13-15 Call us at (403) 567-0070 and register over the phone Email us at office@soulconnexion.ca to let us assist you

SEASONAL DANCE 2022/2023 SEPT 17-23 SEASONAL DANCE CLASSES BEGIN SEPT 30 NO CLASSES/STUDIO CLOSED NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH & RECONCILIATION OCT 8-10 NO CLASSES/ STUDIO CLOSED THANKSGIVING OCT 24-30 HALLOWEEN DRESS UP WEEK OCT 31 NO CLASSES/STUDIO CLOSED HALLOWEEN NOV 6 PROFESSIONAL CHRISTMAS PHOTOS WITH SARAH CHIN PHOTOGRAPHY NOV 11 NO CLASSES/STUDIO CLOSED REMEMBRANCE DAY DEC 11 SANTA PHOTOS SUPPORTING CHANCE TO DANCE DEC 16-22 LAST WEEK OF CLASSES/PARENT VIEWING DEC 23-JAN 8 NO CLASSES/STUDIO CLOSED CHRISTMAS BREAK

< Back Santhiago Avila Dance Teacher Santhiago Avila Originally from Colombia, Mr. Santhiago moved to Calgary in 2014. He right away joined Soul Connexion in the hip-hop program for the following 3 years. He is equipped with great teaching skills from being an instructor in Air Cadets as well as a Math Camp Leader at Classical Conversations International in June 2019. Since a young age he has been very passionate about health and fitness which lead him to enroll in multiple sports such as cheerleading, gymnastics, soccer, taekwondo, badminton, dance, weight lifting, track and field and many more. Mr. Santhiago is very excited to be part of the team and be able to create a safe environment for the kids to be free to express themselves through dance/music and improve their confidence as well as dancing skills. Q & A with Santhiago What inspires you? Seeing the kids grow in every way. Knowing that I am a positive influence in their life and their development is very rewarding. Being able to provide a safe place for them to be themselves, have fun, and become more confident is what inspires me the most What song moves you? Danza Kuduro What do you love about your job? Making a difference in kids life's. Showing them how important physical activity, hard work and passion is Describe Soul Connexion in one word Passion ​ ​

< Back Taylor McNeill Program Manager Taylor McNeill B.A. in Geography Taylor is a born and raised Calgarian, growing up on a farm just west of the city. Taylor’s dream of attending the University of British Columbia became a reality when she was accepted after completing high school, and she graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts in Geography for Environment and Sustainability. Taylor’s enjoyment of dance began at the age of six with her first Jazz class and continued throughout the next twelve years as she was additionally trained in Tap, Ballet and Pointe. Taylor spent many years in the dance competition circuit and even performed internationally with her dance troupe in Mexico as the nightly resort entertainment as well as on a cruise ship travelling through the Caribbean. Taylor is excited to be part of the Soul Connexion team and looks forward to building positive relationships with co-workers, clients, students and parents. Q & A with Taylor What inspires you? I am inspired by kindness and love What song moves you? Dancing Queen – ABBA What do you love about your job? I love that I am a part of such an amazing, motivating team of people. Also coming from a dance background, I love being able to relive my dance days by enjoying watching Competitive choreography, learning combos with my teammates and watching students grow into mature and caring people and dancers. Describe Soul Connexion in one word Caring ​ ​

It's time to become INVINCIBLE. We are excited to celebrate how far our dancers have come and to showcase what they have worked so hard on. When we work together, we are stronger, wiser, and more resilient than ever. Thank you for supporting each other, lifting each other higher, and rising together as a team. Friday, June 2 - Sunday, J une 4, 2023 Show Times ​ Show #1 - Saturday, June 3 at 4:00 pm Show #2 - Saturday, June 3 at 6:30 pm Show #3 - Sunday, June 4 at 3:00 pm Show #4 - Sunday, June 4 at 6 :00 pm Location Foothills Alliance Church 333 Edgepark Blvd NW (Located beside the Superstore) Calgary, AB T3A 4K4 Purchase Tickets - Show #1 Before purchasing tickets, please carefully read all information below: Show #1 Line Up coming soon. Tickets can be purchased online under your dancer's name starting April 1, 2023, and the tickets will be available for pick-up at the studio starting April 8, 2023. Tickets range from $20-36 per ticket and will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is no ticket purchase maximum. PURCHASE SHOW #1 TICKETS Purchase Tickets - Show #2 Before purchasing tickets, please carefully read all information below: Show #2 Line Up coming soon. Tickets can be purchased online under your dancer's name starting April 1, 2023, and the tickets will be available for pick-up at the studio starting April 8, 2023. Tickets range from $20-36 per ticket and will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is no ticket purchase maximum. PURCHASE SHOW #2 TICKETS Purchase Tickets - Show #3 Before purchasing tickets, please carefully read all information below: Show #3 Line Up coming soon. Tickets can be purchased online under your dancer's name starting April 1, 2023, and the tickets will be available for pick-up at the studio starting April 8, 2023. Tickets range from $20-36 per ticket and will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is no ticket purchase maximum. PURCHASE SHOW #3 TICKETS Purchase Tickets - Show #4 Before purchasing tickets, please carefully read all information below: Show #4 Line Up coming soon. Tickets can be purchased online under your dancer's name starting April 1, 2023, and the tickets will be available for pick-up at the studio starting April 8, 2023. Tickets range from $20-36 per ticket and will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is no ticket purchase maximum. PURCHASE SHOW #4 TICKETS Digital Download Showcase Keepsake - $38 Per Show Capture all the beauty and excitement of the show. Purchase your Digital Download below for your dancer's shows. Digital Download - Show #1 Digital Download - Show #2 Digital Download - Show #3 Digital Download - Show #4 FAQ Do I have to buy a separate ticket to each show? Yes, you will need a ticket to each show. Tickets for Show #3 are valid for all three acts and families can come and go. Students with multiple numbers will be in multiple acts. Tickets for Show #3 are complimentary for all Pre Comp and Competitive students. Students 9 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. ​ How do I receive my digital download? Purchase your Digital Download and you will receive a link to the Digital Download recording after the Invincible Gala Showcase has been produced. Questions? Still have a question? Email us at office@soulconnexion.ca or call us at (403) 567-0070

< Back Gina Aschenbrener Soul Sister Gina Aschenbrener Gina grew up in Regina, Saskatchewan where she pursued her love of dance. She started dance at the age of 3 and began teaching in her early teens. Her passion became a career as she owned her own dance studio for 5 years. She continued in the field of dance by teaching and progressed to adjudicating throughout Saskatchewan. Gina had also owned and directed her own dance competition in Regina for 15 years. Throughout her dancing career she also attended SIAST receiving her Administrative Diploma and worked in various administrative roles. After moving to Calgary in 2013 with her husband David, she focused on raising her two young children and was privileged to work from home as a virtual administrative assistant. Her 30-year career in administrative positions has made Gina very versatile, organized, detail-oriented and compassionate about her work. Now that Gina’s children have grown up, she wanted to explore the dancing industry again, and what better way than at Soul Connexion! She is excited to be a Soul Sister and work with the amazing staff, dance students and parents. When Gina is not working, she enjoys baking, working out and spending time with her family. Q & A with Gina What inspires you? Music inspires me as it is a way to express my emotions. I am also inspired by helping others achieve their goals and become successful What song moves you? “Believe” by Imagine Dragons because it is about how you can learn important things about yourself through your experiences What do you love about your job? Dance has always been a love of mine and coming back into the dance industry and being able to see the smiling faces of dancers again, brings me so much joy! Describe Soul Connexion in one word Inspirational ​ ​

< Back Christine Mooney Dance Teacher Christine Mooney Miss Christine has had a love of performing for as long as she can remember. She has been dancing since the age of 3 and has received extensive training in many styles of dance. From an early age she participated in acting, voice, and dance classes and has completed exams in RCM Voice and CDTA Jazz and Tap. She then went on to further her education at The Canadian College of Performing Arts where she earned her Diploma in Performing Arts. After graduation, she spent some time competing professionally in Latin and been teaching dance and music since 2010. It was during this time that she developed a passion for watching her students learn and grow through artistic expression. She has over 25 years of experience in dance and musical theatre and has found her calling through the means of sharing what she has learned with others. Miss Christine has performed in over 25 full length musicals and has choreographed others, including Front Row Centre’s “Catch Me If You Can”and “Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,” where she won the Calgary Acts 2016 and 2018 CAT Award for Outstanding Choreography. Q & A with Cara What inspires you? Artistic expression What song moves you? Slave to the Vibe by Aftershock What do you love about your job? I love watching someone achieve something that they didn’t think they could do Describe Soul Connexion in one word Welcoming ​ ​

< Back Paige Jonason Dance Teacher / Fine Arts Club Lead / Pre Competitive Team Lead Paige Jonason B.A. Dance, A.D.A.P.T., R.A.D Miss Paige has been dancing since the young age of 3, completing many A.D.A.P.T. jazz exams and R.A.D ballet exams along the way. She completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Calgary, with a major in dance, and her involvement in courses like Dance Education led her to secure her career choice in teaching. She began her teaching career in 2011, educating students in the styles of Contemporary, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop and Tap. It was during this time that her passion for teaching blossomed in the education of younger children. She was involved in running a program for preschool aged children from 2013-2018; teaching rhythm and dance through the use of imagination and theme. She has also been involved in the Fine Arts Club program at Soul Connexion for 4 years now and holds her Child Development Assistant certificate. She loves sharing her passion for dance and teaching with Soul Connexion students. Q & A with Paige What inspires you? Music is my main inspiration. I love being able to hear a song and relate to the story it’s telling. It fuels my creativity and allows me to create choreography that matches either the story, or my emotions What song moves you? Gravity by John Mayer What do you love about your job? I love being able to share my knowledge and experience with my students. Seeing them learn and grow is the most rewarding experience I have ever been exposed to Describe Soul Connexion in one word Encouraging ​ ​

< Back Mikaela Widdup Dance Teacher Mikaela Widdup Miss Mikaela’s love for dance came at a young age as she began to dance and never stopped. She has explored various styles including ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hiphop, tap, acrobatics, aerial arts, and musical theatre. She has always loved taking the opportunity to perform and share her love of art with others. Miss Mikaela has completed RAD ballet exams as well as acrobatic arts exams. She has studied under both the York University and University of Calgary Dance faculties and has been very lucky to train in various locations such as New York, Vancouver, and Toronto. Miss Mikaela is currently expanding her dance knowledge as she trains under the Decidedly Jazz Dance works in their professional training program. Miss Mikaela is Acrobatic Arts and Aerial Arts Certified. She is a current student of the University of Calgary working towards her Bachelor of Social Work with a minor in Dance. Miss Mikaela is passionate working with children and youth in building confidence, community, and a space to find ones individual artistry free of fear or judgement. Miss Mikaela is so very excited to join the Soul Connexion team this year and work with the wonderful dancers it facilitates! Q & A with Mikaela What inspires you? I am inspired by the individuals and environment around me. When we choose to see the good around us, our perspective is enlightened and we can accomplish so much. What song moves you? You Might Find Yours by Tom Rosenthal What do you love about your job? I love seeing the smiling faces of my young friends when they accomplish their goals and acquire new skills! Describe Soul Connexion in one word: Light ​ ​

< Back Alissa Lee Dance Teacher Alissa Lee Completion of grade 6 in the ISTD ballet syllabus, 11 years of technical dance training + 2 years in a competitive hip hop crew Originally from Winnipeg MB, Miss Alissa moved to Calgary for her combined degree in Dance + Kinesiology. She has trained in various styles of dance including Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theater, Contemporary, Modern, Funk and Hip Hop. She has also had the pleasure of working with artists such as Esie Mensah, Genie Baffoe, Katelyn Pemoller, Edgar Gilbert-Reyes, and many more. Although she has trained in all styles, Miss Alissa took a special interest in Hip Hop and successfully auditioned for BOSS dance team and IllFX Education, which are both competitive Hip Hop crews. Miss Alissa has training in old school hip hop, animation, vogue, tutting, locking, breaking, and house. Miss Alissa started her dance career early, with many opportunities stemming from her arts-based high school. At age 16, she choreographed at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet for Manitoba Dance Day alongside Genie Baffoe and Romeo Suban. When she was 17, Miss Alissa co-produced a city-wide charity dance show for environmental awareness. With an audience of over 300, the show raised almost $5,000 and included unique styles like aerial acrobatics and urban contemporary. Teaching and choreographing is something Miss Alissa has loved to do since she started dancing. She believes that dance can provide so many wonderful opportunities to those who are passionate and willing to work hard. It is a perfect balance between artistry, athleticism, and performance skills. Miss Alissa is very excited to be sharing her passion and art with the community at Soul Connexion. Q & A with Alissa What inspires you? Music! I feel as though dance can be viewed as a visual interpretation of the song What song moves you? Any song with a 6/8 time signature, but Dive by Ed Sheeran has to be my favourite! What do you love about your job? I love being able to share my knowledge of technical and stylistic principles and watching them take that information, apply it, and then shape it into their own interpretation and style. Each dancer has their own voice and I love hearing them all. Describe Soul Connexion in one word Supportive ​ ​

< Back How to Measure Students Properly ​ How to Properly Measure Each Dancer Chest/Bust Wrap the measuring tape on the widest part of the chest and go under the armpits all the way around. Waist Find the bottom of the ribs and top of the hips (roughly belly button height/smallest area on the torso) and measure all the way around. Hips Have them put their feel together and wrap the measuring tape around the widest part of the hip area. Girth Have the dancer stand with their feet spread apart and wrap the measuring tape under their crotch area and up around the opposite shoulder. Measure all the way around. Inseam Only measure for costumes that need specific pants. Have the dancer ​ ​

< Back Competition Hair Details ​ Please find hair details for the upcoming competitions below. HAIR DETAILS FOR ALL COMP GROUPS .pdf Download PDF • 46KB ​ ​