Courses and Workshops

To register, find out more information about a course, or to suggest a course, please contact us. Spaces in courses will not be reserved until payment has been received.

 
 

 

 KIAC offers and supports local community arts education through outreach programs, courses, and workshops that are developed and implemented to meet the broad range of community interests.
                                                                                                                                     

Please note there is a minimum registration required for each class in order for them to proceed, so please sign up by June 3




Creative Dance - Ages 3-4
2:15 - 2:45pm, $60
Welcome to the world of creative movement! Children are introduces to the joy of dance in this lively class. Gently structured, this class emphasizes basic ballet steps, exploration, movement, rhythm and imagination in a safe and encouraging atmosphere.

Creative Combo - Ages 5-6
2:45-3:30pm, $69
In this combo class, students will learn basic ballet steps as well as being introduced to more upbeat styles like jazz and hip hop. The class emphasizes the freedom and fun of dance as we explore movement and rhythm.

Jazz Funk - Ages 7-9
3:30-4:15, $69
Jazz dancing is a very high energy, fun and expressively influenced form of dance. The emphasis in jazz on strength and flexibility developed through technically challenging movements such as kicks, leaps and turns. We will combine this class with hip hop to provide the 'funk'. This is a great class for improving coordination, balance, rhythm and self-confidence.

Dance Fusion - Ages 10-13
4:15-5:00, $69
In this class we will explore 4 different styles of dance. The students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary and Musical Theatre/Broadway. We will develop technical skills, while enjoying the freedom to dance and perform these diverse styles.

All children should come to class wearing comfortable dance attire, with their hair tied back, and ballet slippers or bare feet.  Parents will be asked to wait outside the dance studio during the classes,  but there will be a watching day on the last class. 

                                                                                                                                    

Hatha Yoga with Joanne Van Nostrand
Tuesdays & Thursdays - 5:30-7pm - no class April 25, May 7 & 16
Saturdays - 9-10:30am  

Classes are cancelled on holidays and subject to cancellation for room bookings. To confirm a scheduled class, email yogawithjoanne[at]me.com, 24 hours in advance. Cancellations with be emailed to registered students in advance.

Fees:
Frequent Student Program (expires in 3 months): 10 classes - $60
Prepaid Cards (expires 1 year after no activity): 10 classes - $80 or 5 classes - $50
Drop-in: $12
Yoga mat required, blanket and towel advised. To purchase second hand equipment, contact Joanne prior to day of class.

                                                                                                                                       

Drop-in Painting 

Saturdays
1pm - 4pm
in the KIAC Classroom
$5 drop-in

Inspire and be inspired by other artists. Bring your own ideas and painting surfaces. Paints, brushes and easels are supplied, no instruction offered.

                                                                                                                                     


 Piano Lessons with Barnacle Bob

Mondays
April 22 to June 17 (no class May 20)

3:30-5pm
$138 for full session (8 lessons)

                                                                                                                                       

Beginner Guitar with Nijen

Fridays
April 5 - May24
3:30pm-7pm 

$138 for 8 lessons
All ages
*this session is now full*