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Dance Attire Requirements Dance attire is important so that we can see proper body alignment and position for all dancers. Dance attire requirements are mandatory for all annual dancers and all students must have proper attire and shoes before the end of September, and everything can be purchased at the studio. ​ Dancers must have their hair tied back in a bun for all ballet classes and a ponytail or bun for all other dance classes. We want to set your child up for success and ensure they have a proper mindset so they can look and feel their best. ​ We make it easy and have a wide variety of attire, shoes, and tights available for sale. If you are unsure of the right fit or style needed, one of our soul sisters is happy to help you find your required attire. Ready for success Look and feel your best ​ Tiny Toes / Tiny Tutus / Tiny Tutus for Twos / Tiny Singers & Dancers Pink Bodysuit & Pink Tights Pink Balera Leather Ballet Shoes Beige Balera Jazz Shoes (for Tiny/Kinder Singers & Dancers) Pink Chiffon Skirt (Optional) ​ Tiny Tumblers Pink Bodysuit & Beige Tights Black Acro Balera Shoes Black Dance Pants or Shorts (Optional) ​ Kinder Combo / Kinder Singers & Dancers Pink Bodysuit & Beige Tights Beige Balera Jazz Shoes Black Dance Pants or Shorts (Optional) ​ Tiny Tappers / Kinder Tap Pink Bodysuit & Beige Tights Black Balera Mary Jane - Low Heel, Velcro with Buckle ​ Kinder Ballet Pink Bodysuit & Pink Tights Pink Balera Leather Ballet Shoes Pink Chiffon Skirt (Optional) ​ Kinder Jazz Pink Bodysuit & Beige Tights Beige Balera Jazz Shoes Black Dance Pants or Spandex Shorts (Optional) ​ Kinder DanceNastics Pink Bodysuit & Beige Tights Black Balera Acro Shoes Black Dance Pants or Spandex Shorts (Optional) ​ Pre Primary Ballet Black Bodysuit Pink Tights Pink Balera Leather Ballet Shoes Black Chiffon Skirt (Optional) ​ Primary Ballet Black Bodysuit Pink Tights Pink Balera Leather Ballet Shoes Black Chiffon Wrao Skirt (Optional) ​ Junior Ballet Black Bodysuit Pink Tights Balera Leather Ballet Shoes Black Chiffon Wrap Skirt (Optional) ​ Intermediate Ballet / Teen Ballet Black Bodysuit Pink Tights Balera Canvas Ballet Shoes Black Chiffon Wrap Skirt (Optional) ​ Senior Ballet Black Bodysuit Pink Tights Balera Canvas Ballet Shoes Black Chiffon Wrap Skirt (Optional) ​ Ballet Exam Grades 1 & 2 - Sleeveless Lilac Bodysuit, Low Heel Character Shoes, Pink Leather Ballet Shoes ​ Grade 3 - Sleeveless Navy Bodysuit with Pinch, Cuban Heel Character Shoes or Standard Black Character Shoes, Pink Leather Ballet Shoes Grade 4 & 5 - Sleeveless Navy Bodysuit with Pinch, Cuban Heel Character Shoes or Standard Black Character Shoes, Pink Canvas Ballet Shoes ​ DR Exam - Black, Capped Sleeve, Scoop Neck Bodysuit with Front Pinch, Knee-Length Black Chiffon Skirt, Pink Canvas Ballet Shoes ​ All classes require a proper fitting Character Skirt that sits 3 inches below the knee. Please purchase your Character Skirt through Soul Connexion to ensure you have the proper ribbon colours. ​ Jazz Black Bodysuit & Beige Tights Balera Beige Jazz Shoes Black Leggings or Shorts (Optional) Inter/Sr COMP classes - Balera Black Jazz Shoes ​ Seasonal Dance Programs Dance attire is not mandatory for Seasonal dance programs. However, we highly recommend making a dance attire appointment to ensure your dancer receives the full dance experience at our studio. ​ Tap Pre Prim/Prim – Black Bodysuit & Beige Tights Jr + - Black Bodysuit & Beige Tights Pre Prim and Prim – Black Balera Mary Jane – Low Heel Tie Other Tap Classes – Black Balera with Laces ​ Hip Hop & Funk Form-Fitting Top (Any Colour or Style) Sweat Pants, Dance Pants or Cargos (Any Colour or Style) White Hip Hop Runners – Urban Groove or White High Top Converse (Available for sale at the studio) ​ Pre Prim & Primary Lyrical Black Bodysuit & Full-Length Footless Beige Tights Canvas Stretch Half Sole Lyrical Turner Shoe Optional: Black Dance Leggings or Spandex Shorts (Any Style) ​ Jr+ Lyrical Black Bodysuit & 3/4 Length Beige Tights Canvas Stretch Half Sole Lyrical Turner Shoe Optional: Black Dance Leggings or Spandex Shorts (Any Style) ​ Contemporary Black Bodysuit & 3/4 Length Beige Tights Contemporary Socks (Inter/Sr Level) Black Leggings or Spandex Shorts (Optional) ​ Musical Theatre Form-Fitting Dance Attire (Pants, Tights, Bodysuit or Dance Top) Beige Balera Jazz Shoes ​ DanceNastics / Acro Black Bodysuit & Beige Tights (Footless) Black Balera Acro Shoe Black Dance Pants or Spandex Shorts (Optional) ​ Pre Primary Variety Black Bodysuit Beige Tights Beige Balera Jazz Shoes Black Dance Pants or Spandex Shorts (Optional) ​ Teen Variety Form-Fitting Dance Attire Beige Balera Jazz Shoes ​ Jazz/Hip Hop Combo Black Dance Pants Form-Fitting Dance Attire Beige Balera Jazz Shoes ​ Jazz/Ballet Combo Black Bodysuit & Beige Tights Beige Balera Jazz Shoes ​ Cheer Black Bodysuit & Beige Tights Black Balera Acro Shoes Black Dance Pants or Spandex Shorts (Optional) ​ Other Styles Form-Fitting Dance Attire Balera Jazz Shoes OR Balera Leather Ballet Shoes ​ Jazz Technique – Competitive Dancers Black Bodysuit Beige Tights Beige Balera Jazz Shoes Black Leggings or Spandex Shorts (Optional) ​ Ballet Technique – Competitive Dancers Black Bodysuit Pink Tights Pink Balera Ballet Shoes ​ Competitive Classes Bloch or Balera shoes in style noted Black Leggings or Spandex Shorts Option in Jazz, Lyrical or Contemporary classes ​ Boy’s Attire (for Boogie Boys, Tiny Toes, Jazz, Ballet, Musical Theater, Lyrical, Tap, Kinder Hip Hop & Boys Hip Hop) Black Pants (Dance Pants or Sweat Pants) & White T-Shirt Kinder Groove, Musical Theatre, Jazz and Lyrical – Black Jazz Shoes Tiny Toes & Ballet – Black Ballet Shoes Tap – Black Tap Shoes Converse Chuck Taylor All Star White Sneaker Hip Hop, Funk, Boogie Boys, Kinder Hip Hop – Urban Groove White Hip Hop Runners purchased at Soul Connexion. 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Frequently Asked Questions Everything you need to know before you register your child. Register Today! Do you have dance programs for boys only? Yes, we offer boys-only classes. Our Boogie Boys class is aimed at children between the ages of 3-5 yrs. We also offer boys-only classes for hip-hop between ages 6 – 8 and 8 – 12 yrs. Boys are also welcome to register for all of our other classes as well. ​ Can I take a competitive-level dance class? Yes, competitive classes are taught for ages 6-18. Requirements will vary from class to class but as a general rule, students must be recommended for enrolment based on commitment, skill level, and age. ​ Do you have Adult only classes? Yes, our Adult only classes are seasonal classes being offered 4 times per year. Adult-only classes are in terms of 8 or 12-week sessions. ​ Do you offer classes every day of the week? Yes, our classes are offered every weekday and on weekends. Check out our schedule to see when we offer the class you are interested in. Alternatively, you can call our studio to chat with one of us. ​ Do you offer Ballet exams? Yes, ballet exams are by invitation only and students must be in at least 2 ballet classes. Assessments are made every year at the beginning of September. Not every student will be permitted to take the exams. Additional fees apply.

< Back Teacher Dance Manual ​ Please find the Teacher Manual below. Full Teacher Manual and Team Teaching Training JUL2022 .pdf Download PDF • 952KB ​ ​

< Back Gala 2024 Line Ups ​ Please find the line ups for the Reflection Grand Gala for March 9 and March 16 below. March 9 - Solos/Duets Show - 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 pm March 9 .pdf Download PDF • 51KB March 16 - Group Show - 2:00 pm March 16 Gala Line .pdf Download PDF • 43KB ​ ​

< Back Pre Competitive Handbook ​ Please find the parent handbook with detailed information and all important dates. Please add all dates to your calendar. Pre Competitive Handbook 2023_24 .pdf Download PDF • 7.90MB ​ ​

< Back Teacher Handbook 2022-23 ​ Review the Teacher Handbook for the 2022-23 season below. UPDATED DATES Teacher Handbook - Aug 15, 2022 .pdf Download PDF • 366KB ​ ​

< Back Chantelle Marlatt Dance Teacher Chantelle Marlatt Chantelle grew up in Cranbrook BC. There, she started dancing and fell in love with it. After completing her Royal Academy of Dance exams, she attended summer intensives with Ballet Jorgen and Royal Winnipeg Ballet. She has competed twice in the BC Provincials as a ballet soloist. Currently, Chantelle is a dance teacher with multiple studios, and a collective member of two organizations: Ballet Bodies YYC and En Corps Dance Collective. She teaches multiple styles in including ballet, jazz, aerial silks, aerial hoop, contemporary, and lyrical. Chantelle has a deep love for choreographing and teaching as well as performing herself. She wishes to teach and dance for as long as she can, inspiring those around her. Q & A with Chantelle What inspires you? My dancers inspire me so much. Seeing their dedication and drive fuels me to become a better dancer and teacher. I am also inspired by nature and art. What song moves you? A song that moves me is lights are on by Tom Rosenthal. What do you love about your job? What I love most about my job is the relationships I get to make with my co workers and dancers. I love being a part of the dance community! Describe Soul Connexion in one word Soul Connexion in one word for me is Inviting! ​ ​

< Back Vika Hushchenko Dance Teacher Viktoriia Hushchenko Miss Vika has passion and love for children and has recently joined us from the Ukraine. She is a Paediatrician and dance teacher bringing amazing knowledge of children into the studio. She started dancing at age of 5 studying Ballet, Hip-Hop, Jazz-Funk, Ukrainian National Dance, Jazz, and Contemporary. She performed in various festivals, city events, and won several competitions. Her talent allowed her to begin teaching at age 15 after successfully completing her teaching exams. She taught while attending University to become a doctor. She loves sharing her ideas and inspiring others through dance to students of all ages as she believes it a positive outlet. She also teaches an Adults Heels class focusing on empowering women. Miss Vika has incredible courage to start her new life in Canada and Soul Connexion is excited to welcome her. She is working towards obtaining her Canadian doctor’s degree and her dream is to open a dance studio. Miss Vika has a huge passion for dance, creativity and sharing her heart with all of the dancers at Soul Connexion. Q & A with Vika What inspires you? People, mountains and meeting new people, feeling their energy and sharing mine with them. Mountains always remind me how small we are but also how strong we are What song moves you? I don’t have specific song, but I have a singer in mind. This is my mom, I love her voice, and it helps me never give up What do you love about your job? Meeting with new people, sharing energy and inspiring others Describe Soul Connexion in one word Family ​ ​

Seasonal Dance Need To Knows Thanks for choosing Soul Connexion for your child's dance class! Please read the details below for everything you need to know about your child's dance program. ​ Important Dates Family Weekend - NO CLASSES (February 19 to 21) Complete Your Registration Please fill out the registration form below to complete your registration. All participants must provide full contact information and review and sign our waiver. Button Pick Up & Drop-Off With your help, we can do amazing things and have some ways to make pick up and drop off as easy as possible. ​ Have your dancer wear shoes that they can slip on and off by themselves Drop off and greet your child outside the studio on the sidewalk Carry your child to the studio doors in their dance attire and dance shoes ​ Masks All students are required to wear a mask in the studio at all times. Thank you for your understanding as we strive to create a safe space for all of our students. ​ ​ Dance Attire We ask that you please wear clothes that you can move in as well as a clean pair of indoor shoes and a water bottle. For your convenience, you can purchase your dance attire at the studio as it is highly recommended to give your child the full dance experience. ​ VIEW DANCE ATTIRE HERE ​ Boys Boing Essentials ​ Please wear a white t-shirt and a pair of exercise shorts with a clean pair of indoor shoes. Bring a water bottle and your own boxing gloves. We recommend purchasing them at Sport Chek or Amazon. We recommend THIS BOXING GLOVE sizing guide when purchasing your gloves. ​ Adult Yoga Classes Please bring a yoga mat, a bottle of water, and a comfortable outfit you can move in. Please wear socks when entering the studio and you are welcome to remove them once on your yoga mat. ​ Adult Fitness & Dance Classes ​ Please wear a clean pair of indoor runners and bring a water bottle. ​ Meet Your Teacher Excited to meet your teachers for this season? Enjoy these short welcome videos. Miss Alissa Miss Carmen Miss Christine Miss Emily Miss Emma Miss Karsyn Miss Paige

Ballet Ballet is a beautiful dance form that has captured audiences for centuries with its beauty, precise movements, and storytelling through movement. The journey into the world of ballet is a journey into the heart and soul of dance itself. It's a dance style that has the power to transport both the dancer and the audience into a realm of beauty and grace. The classical elegance of ballet, characterized by its graceful arabesques, pirouettes, and pliés, has a timeless appeal that captures the imagination. At Soul Connexion in NW Calgary, our ballet classes are led by instructors who are more than just teachers; they are dedicated mentors who are deeply passionate about ballet and its transformative potential. They bring years of experience to the studio, having trained and performed in prestigious ballet companies. Their commitment to helping each student develop not only technically, but also as an artist sets our ballet program apart. Recreational Dance Our recreational classes are designed to inspire and keep students active in a fun and engaging environment. With a variety of dance styles to choose from, we're confident that there's something enjoyable for everyone. Our programs run from September to June, and our dancers have the opportunity to showcase their skills at a year-end event. Additionally, we host two viewing days throughout the year for families to observe the class setting and see the growth of their child. More Info Pre-Competitive Dance Our pre-competitive dance program offers a great way for dancers to explore a competitive experience without a significant commitment. Students in our pre-competitive program have performance opportunities throughout the year, including a Gala performance, one competition and a year-end showcase. To excel in their routines, students are required to take a minimum of two classes, focusing on skill development. More Info Competitive Dance Our competitive dance team is designed for those looking to take their training to the next level. To excel, competitive dancers commit to a minimum of four hours per week of training, enabling them to reach new levels of growth. Many competitive dancers dedicate six to eight hours per week to achieve excellence. Our competitive dancers participate in four competitions, a Gala performance and a year-end showcase. Please reach out to learn more about the requirements for your dancer. More Info Ballet is more than just a sequence of steps... ...it's a language of the soul. It allows dancers to communicate emotions, tell stories, and evoke feelings through every movement. Our ballet classes encourage this form of creative expression, enabling students to explore the depths of their artistry while developing outstanding technique. ​ One of the most rewarding moments for any dancer is the opportunity to perform on stage. It's a chance to share your passion and hard work with an appreciative audience. At Soul Connexion, we provide our annual dancers with the opportunity to perform on stage at our year-end recital. In addition, our Pre-Competitive dancers compete once each year and our Competitive students compete in four competitions throughout the year. These moments not only celebrate your progress but also help you build confidence and stage presence. ​ Ballet is welcome to all as it is the foundation of dance and sets dancers up for success in all styles. Our ballet classes provide a nurturing environment for growth and self-expression for all ages. ​ We've designed our ballet studio to enhance your dance experience. The spacious and fully sprung dance floor and mirrored walls create an inspiring atmosphere where you can flourish as a dancer. We believe that the right environment is essential for fostering growth and nurturing a love for ballet. Why Choose Soul Connexion? Our positive and inspiring environment is one of the reasons why more people are choosing our studio. Experience a non-intimidating environment that encourages people to come as they are and feel like a star. We believe that movement is good for the soul. Our personal approach to instruction encourages self-confidence in our students and puts their goals in motion. All Ages Welcome Dance isn't just for kids or aspiring performers. We offer dance classes for all ages and levels, from young learners taking their first steps in dance to adults rediscovering their passion for movement. State-of-the-Art Studio Immerse yourself in the world of dance in a state-of-the-art studio designed to inspire. Our spacious studio and modern facilities provide the perfect setting for your dance journey. Performance Opportunities Showcase your dance skills in our annual recitals and performances. It's an opportunity to step into the spotlight and celebrate your progress. Join Us & Discover The Benefits Dance Has to Offer Discover the beauty of ballet at Soul Connexion. Whether you're a new dancer or returning to your previous passion, our ballet classes will make you feel right at home. Contact us at [Phone Number] to start your ballet journey today. All ages are welcome to join ballet classes at Soul Connexion. Our mission is to inspire, nurture, and empower dancers of all ages and levels. Click below to start your ballet journey today. Dance with Calgary’s most inspiring studio that lets you come alive, connect inside, and feel the vibe. More Info

< Back Eric Van Dance Teacher Eric Van Hello! My name is Eric Van and I’m a 19 year old dancer, barber and choreographer based out of Calgary. I’ve been in the dance community for 6 years now and over the years, I’ve fallen in love with various Hip Hop styles. I started with Jazz & Contemporary training in high school and carried onto a few years training under illFX educations competitive program. The thing I appreciated most was the education side and learning where these specific styles came from. Throughout COVID-19 until now, I've been branching out more into the Hip Hop community by taking classes from a wide range of teachers in Alberta to build my own style; which really pulls the techniques from isolation, R&B styles and hard hitting Hip Hop . I think a thing that inspires me the most right now is the team Im in called the MASSES ran by Patrick Fernandez, I've been training under Patrick for years now and he has introduced me to a number of other talented choreographers that have taught me different ways how to teach a class and how to connect with the team. Connection and trust are very deep values I carry with me and apply to my every day life from barbering to teaching dance. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share that this year with such an inclusive studio like Soul Connexion. Q & A with Eric What inspires you? The dance scene here in Calgary compared to places like Vancouver and Toronto is very small. The growth of our community is what inspires me, everyday I see it grow as dancers are trying new styles, taking more classes, listening to different genres of music. While we do this we are all connected by our love for dance and the more love that we show, the more people will hear about our movements What song moves you? Jimmy Cooks By Drake (feat. 21 Savage) What do you love about your job? Sharing the knowledge and history of dance that I'm constantly learning. Always will be a student to the game Describe Soul Connexion in one word Inclusive ​ ​

< Back Parent Viewing Week Reminders ​ Parent Viewing Week - Stay Calm and Dance On Remember you are awesome and skilled at your job. Parents are there to cheer on their kids. A few tips to help you shine – Prepare for the best! Be punctual, organized and on time Dress for success – proper dance attire, hair pulled back and dance shoes or bare feet – no socks Playlists ready to go Class outline ready Day of Class Welcome parents and guests with a smile Introduce yourself to the parents and let them know what you have been working on and what the new year will look like. Tell them what they will see today and let them know they can ask questions in the chat if they would like. Attendance – call the kids by their name. Class flow: Attendance, warm up, across the floor, center floor, choreography, games. Stay positive and give group corrections and positive reinforcement. Finish class a few minutes early and let them know of upcoming events – summer camps, summer, seasonal programs and annual dance registration. Postcard going home with all students. Thank parents for coming. Hand out Seasonal gifts if necessary or dismiss the class. Dance, Breathe, Live – YOU GOT THIS! ​ ​