River-Port Danceworks Ltd.

WHY REGISTER AT STUDIO NORTH?
Here are some reasons why our
students and parents think you should!

  • Professional, experienced and educated teachers and choreographers

  • Quality training focused on technique, artistry and personal excellence

  • Studio culture that encourages kindness towards classmates and to oneself

  • Studio North is a feeder school for casting in the high end
    touring production of The Nutcracker,
    Unite In Dance and
    Island Youth Dance Companies

  • Our students graduate into big things! - Dance Companies,
    Post Secondary Dance Degree Programs,
    High achieving academia and more!

Studio North Dance Academy
Campbell River
2024/2025 Season Schedule

-Program descriptions below -
-* indicates mandatory Performance Team classes -
-ages are a guideline, teachers will recommend the best placement for your dancers -

PRESCHOOL - ages 3-4
Tuesdays 3:00-3:45

SATURDAY DANCE
A fun Ballet, Jazz, Tap combo class to give dancers a taste of everything !
Level 1 10:00-11:00 - ages 5-6
Level 2 11:00-12:00 - ages 7-10

PRIMARY - ages 5-6
Jazz/Tap - Tuesdays 3:30-4:30
Ballet - Wednesdays 3:30-4:30

NOVICE - ages 6-7
Jazz - Tuesdays 4:30-5:30
Tap - Tuesdays 5:30-6:30
Ballet - Thursdays 4:30-5:30

EMERGENT  - ages 7-9
Jazz - Mondays 3:30-4:30*
Ballet - Mondays 4:30-5:30*
Tap - Tuesdays 5:30-6:30
Performance Team Ballet/Jazz Choreo - Thursdays 3:15-4:30*

RECREATIONAL INTRO CLASSES
Tween Jazz/Contemporary Combo for 9-11 years - Mondays 6:30-7:30
Teen Jazz/Contemporary Combo - 12+ - Thursdays 6:30-7:30

JUNIOR PERFORMANCE TEAM - ages 10-13
Ballet - Mondays 3:30-4:30*
Jazz - Mondays 4:30-5:30*
Musical Theatre - Wednesdays 3:30-4:30
Lyrical - Wednesdays 4:30-5:30*
Ballet - Thursdays 3:30-4:30*
Pointe/Pre-Pointe - Thursdays 4:30-5:15
Contemporary - Thursdays 5:30-6:30*
Tap - Fridays 4:30-5:30
Solo Rehearsal Block: Fridays 5:00-6:00

INTERMEDIATE PERFORMANCE TEAM - ages 14+
Ballet  - Mondays 5:30-7:00*
Jazz - Tuesdays 3:45-4:45*
Lyrical - Tuesdays 4:45-5:45
Contemporary  - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30*
Musical Theatre - Wednesdays 6:30-7:30
Conditioning  - Wednesdays 7:45-8:45
Modern  - Thursdays 5:30-6:30*
Modern Stage - Thursdays 6:30-7:30
Ballet - Thursdays 7:30-8:30
Pointe - Thursdays 8:30-9:00 (Pointe will also be included in Monday Ballet)
Tap - Fridays 4:30-5:30
Solo Rehearsal Blocks: Tuesdays 6:30-8:45, Saturdays 10:00-12:00

SENIOR  - ages 15+
Contemporary - Mondays 5:30-6:30*
Ballet  - Mondays 7:00-8:15*
Advanced Ballet/Pointe - Mondays 8:15-9:00
Jazz -Tuesdays 6:45-7:45*
Lyrical - Tuesdays 7:45-8:45*
Modern - Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30*
Musical Theatre - Wednesdays 5:30-6:30
Ballet - Wednesdays 6:30-7:45*
Conditioning  - Wednesdays 7:45-8:45
Modern Stage - Thursdays 6:30-7:30
Advanced Pointe - Thursdays 7:30-8:30
Solo Blocks: Mondays 8:30, Fridays 4:00-5:00, Saturdays 10:00-12:00

NEW HIP HOP CLASSES!
Teen/Inter/Senior Hip Hop - Ages 14+ Wednesdays 7:45-8:45
Preschool Hip Hop - Ages 3-4 - Fridays 3:30-4:15
Mini Hop Hop - ages 5-7 - Fridays 4:30-5:30
Junior/Tween Hip Hop Ages 8-13 - Fridays 5:30-6:30

STUDIO NORTH DANCE ACADEMY PROGRAM INFORMATION

PRESCHOOL DANCE -
Our Preschool Dance Program offers a joyful introduction to dance for children aged 3-4. Designed to nurture creativity and confidence, this program blends fun ballet and jazz exercises to establish a strong technical foundation in a playful and supportive environment.
We prioritize safe, age-appropriate training with guidance from qualified and experienced instructors who understand the unique needs of young dancers. Through imaginative activities, rhythm games, and gentle movement, children will build coordination, balance, and a love for dance that will stay with them as they grow.
Let your little one take their first steps into the world of dance with us!

SATURDAY DANCE -
The Saturday Jazz, Tap, Ballet Combo class introduces young dancers to multiple dance styles, giving them a well rounded experience in just one hour. Iā€™s the perfect opportunity to discover what they love!
Dancers will participate in weekly classes and our year end recital in June at the Tidemark.

PRIMARY  - Beginner level, recommended for ages 5-6 in their first years of dance. Dancers will learn basic technique and artistry in a fun and supportive environment. Dancers at this level will participate in our Nutcracker (Ballet) and our Year End Recital at the Tidemark Theatre.

NOVICE - For young dancers ages 6-7. This age group can choose to participate in our first year Performance Team Program by attending 2 weekly ballet classes, or dance in our recreational program with 1 weekly ballet class and/or the Jazz/Tap Combo class.
Novice Ballet dancers will participate in our Nutcracker, Performance Team dancers will participate in extra performances and competitions. All Novice dancers will participate in the excitement of our year end recital at the Tidemark Theatre.

EMERGENT PERFORMANCE TEAM - For dancers ages 7-9. This group of dancers will begin to train for Ballet exams, participate in competitions and extra performances. This program is designed to prepare dancers for a more focused competitive dance program. Dancers must register for 2 Ballet, Jazz and have the option of taking Tap.

JUNIOR PROGRAM - These classes are part of a competitive program for dancers aged 10-13. Dancers in this program must take 2 weekly ballet classes, a jazz class and it is recommended that they take the optional program classes to prepare for future participation in the Intermediate Program.  Dancers in this program have the opportunity to audition for our Nutcracker Touring Company, will participate in Ballet Exams and the North Island Festival of Performing Arts, as well as up to 2 other Island dance competitions in the spring. Junior Team members will also participate in Unite in Dance January, our Season Premiere showcase at the Tidemark in February and the Year End Recital.  This program is recommended for young dancers that love dance, love the stage and love to be part of a fun and supportive team!

INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR PROGRAMS - Dancers at these levels are expected to take the full program of classes and will train at a level that will challenge, inspire and encourage. Options within the program must be discussed with the program director.  Dancers in these levels will participate in Ballet Exams, multiple competitions, workshops and performances. Dancers have the option of auditioning for our Nutcracker Touring Company and working on solo and small group work with guest choreographers and SN instructors. Dancers in this program must make their studio classes a priority in their schedule and commit to being a part of an active competitive team.

RECREATIONAL CLASSES - These classes are designed for dancers who want to dance for fun and fitness. A great intro to different styles of dance and basic dance training. Dancers in these classes will participate in our year end recital at the end of the season.

 Email studionorthdance@gmail.com for information.

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Studio North 24/25
Season Calendar

  • September 9th - First Day of Classes

  • September 15th - Nutcracker Touring Cast Rehearsals at SNDA

  • September 30th  - National Truth and Reconciliation Day - Studio Closed

  • October14th - Thanksgiving - Studio Closed

  • October 20th - Nutcracker Touring Cast Rehearsals at SW

  • October 31st - Halloween Schedule - TBD

  • November 11th  - Remembrance Day - Studio Closed

  • November 17th - Nutcracker Touring Cast Rehearsal - SN

  • November 24th - Nutcracker Touring Cast Rehearsal - Location TDB

  • December 7th or 8th  - Nutcracker Performance Day- ADSS Theatre - Touring Co Only

  • December 13th - Nutcracker Dress Rehearsal, Tidemark Theatre

  • December 14th - Nutcracker Performances, Tidemark Theatre

  • December 15th - January 5th - Winter Break

  • January 6th - Return to classes

  • January 24th-26th - Unite in Dance  -ADSS Theatre, Port Alberni - Jr, Inter, Senior

  • February 3rd- Stage Rehearsal at the Sid Williams for NIFPA participants

  • February 17th - Family Day - Studio Closed

  • February 19th-27th - North Island Festival of Performing Arts, Courtenay -Emergent, Jr, Inter, Snr Performance Teams

  • March 1st - NIFPA Dance Gala

  • March 17th-29th - Spring Break  - Studio Closed

  • April 18th and April 21st- Easter - Studio Closed

  • April 10th-13th - Versastyle Dance Competition - Tidemark Theatre, Campbell River

  • April 29th-May 3rd - Euphoria Dance Competition - Port Theatre, Nanaimo

  • May 20th - Victoria Day - Studio Closed

  • June 1st - Photos with Kurt Knock

  • June 2nd- Year End Recital Dress Rehearsal  - Tidemark Theatre

  • June 15th - Year End Recital

  • TBA - CDTA Ballet Exams

  • June 15th - Last Day of classes for the 24/25 Season

    Subject to change