This is for students who would like to do dances either by themselves, or with a friend or two! Solos, Duos, and Trios can be done in any style that we offer! Click the link below to sign up!

Requirements

• You must have proof of active training in the dance genre to do any solos, duos, or trios. Example: Voice lessons or other theatre programs count to do a musical theatre solo.

• Each routine gets a total of 3 hours of practice with your chosen teacher. (They can have more time, but will be charged an additional fee for every lesson out of the allotted 3 hours.)

• Routines attend all competitions and the solo/duo/trio showcase, Singular Sensations! (Attending the Yorkton competition for children in Preliminary-Beginner is at the parents disgression)

Attire

For detailed attire requirements, please see our Info & FAQ page.

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Inspired by broadway and classic theatre, our musical theatre classes combine the fundamentals of character development, acting and vocal technique, and stylized dance, providing young performers with a dynamic introduction to the performing arts. Our class strategy for younger students integrates singing and dancing with creative exercises that foster imagination, motor skill development, confidence, and musicality. Older classes experience comprehensive triple threat training by learning vocal technique, stylized dance/movement, as well as acting techniques. Please note ages are meant as guidelines and class placement will be at staff discretion.

Classes

Preliminary Musical Theatre (5 – 6.5 yrs) Work with a vocal coach and a choreographer to create a unique performance piece. Students will attend three local competitions. One class/week (45 minutes)

Beginner Musical Theatre (7 – 9 yrs) Work with a vocal coach and a choreographer to create a unique performance piece. Students will attend three local competitions. One class/week (60 minutes)

Novice Musical Theatre (10 – 12 yrs) Work with a vocal coach and a choreographer to create a unique performance piece. Students will attend three local competitions. One class/week (60 minutes)

Intermediate Musical Theatre (12 – 14 yrs) Work with a vocal coach and a choreographer to create a unique performance piece. Students will attend three local competitions. One class/week (60 minutes)

Senior Musical Theatre (14 yrs +) Work with a vocal coach and a choreographer to create a unique performance piece. Students will attend three local competitions. One class/week (60 minutes)

Production (8+) Work with a vocal coach and a choreographer to create a 15-minute version of a popular musical.  Students will attend three local competitions.  Two classes/week (Fridays & Sundays)

Triple Threat Tech

Class Requirements (Musical Theatre & TTT)

• ALL competitive Musical Theatre students are encouraged to enroll in another dance class. We recommend Jazz and/or Ballet, but we'll accept any style, recreational or competitive. This helps all students to have a basic dance vocabulary and technical foundation.

• Triple Threat Tech is a mandatory class for Competitive Musical Theatre students.

• An attendance policy is in effect within our competitive program. For more information, please see our Studio Policies and Procedures.

Mini Express & The Expressions

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Attire

Non-Binary:

• Choose either of the options below, and let your teacher know your preference.

Feminine:

• Bloch S0473L Phantom – TAN

• Fitted dance clothes, NO jeans

• Hair up/out of face

Masculine:

• Bloch S0499L Elasta Bootie – BLACK

• Fitted dance clothes, NO jeans

• Hair up/out of face

For more detailed attire requirements, please see our Info & FAQ page.

Students will learn the fundamentals of Acting practicing scenes, and learning core terminology. They will learn ways to warm-up their body and face, as well as techniques for vocal warm-ups and breathing exercises. They will also learn how to channel their emotions into their acting!

Classes

Acting 101 (8 – 18 yrs) Class will be split dependant on enrollment levels. Working with an acting coach to learn the fundamentals of Acting techniques. One class/week (60 minutes)

Class Requirements

• This is a technique class, as such it does not participate in competitions or year-end recital.

• An attendance policy is in effect within our competitive program. For more information, please see our Studio Policies and Procedures.

Attire

Non-Binary:

• Choose either of the options below, and let your teacher know your preference.

Feminine:

• Bloch S0473L Phantom – TAN

• Fitted dance clothes, NO jeans

• Hair up/out of face

Masculine:

• Bloch S0499L Elasta Bootie – BLACK

• Fitted dance clothes, NO jeans

• Hair up/out of face

For more detailed attire requirements, please see our Info & FAQ page.

Ballet is the foundation for dance technique and development. Classes will incorporate choreography with barre work, technique, and exercises to build core strength, flexibility, and fluidity through movement. Technique classes will incorporate Royal Academy of Dance (RAD Training) with the opportunity for students to complete exams at the appropriate level. More information about exams will be sent home in September.  Registration in the technique class is not registration for an exam. We encourage students to take the class and training regardless of whether they wish to do the exams. All classes take part in pictures and the year-end recitals. Please note ages are meant as guidelines and class placement will be at staff discretion.

Classes

Beginner Ballet Exam Tech and Choreo (7 – 9) Focusing on Royal Academy of Dance Technique to prepare the dancers for their international ballet exams, as well as teaching them competition choreography. Two classes/week, one class is an exam class, and the other is half exam, half choreography (All 45 minutes).

Novice Ballet Exam Tech and Choreo (10 – 12) Focusing on Royal Academy of Dance Technique to prepare the dancers for their international ballet exams, as well as teaching them competition choreography. Two classes/week, one class is an exam class (45 minutes) and the other is half exam, half choreography (75 minutes).

Class Requirements

• All competitive ballet students must register for their for their corresponding age group as listed above. To take a competitive ballet class or a ballet exam, students must be registered in all classes in their age group. e.g. Seniors must take both senior ballet classes to participate.

•  If you have previously competeted in an older or younger age group, or have previously completed RAD examinations, please contact studio@saskexpress.com for placement.

• If you identify as Non-Binary, you are required to choose a syllabus that corresponds to either masculine or feminine attire, as the ballet exams have specific requirements. e.g. Point work (Feminine)

• Please note: Preliminary students are not required to take the associated exam class(es).

• Exam preparation is integrated into all levels of choreography class(es).

• An attendance policy is in effect within our competitive program. For more information, please see our Studio Policies and Procedures.

These classes focus on jazz technique, improving flexibility, and terminology. Competitive Classes will attend a minimum of three competitions in the spring season. All classes take part in pictures and the year-end recitals.  Please note ages are meant as guidelines and class placement will be at staff discretion.

Classes

Beginner Jazz Exam Tech and Choreo (7 – 9 yrs) These classes provide training in jazz technique and terminology in an energetic and dynamic class setting. Our instructors develop creative class plans that incorporate the fundamentals of jazz with an emphasis on performance, stretching, stamina, and interpretation of music. Two classes/week (60 and 45 minutes)

Novice Jazz Exam Tech and Choreo (10 – 12 yrs) These classes provide training in jazz technique and terminology in an energetic and dynamic class setting. Our instructors develop creative class plans that incorporate the fundamentals of jazz with an emphasis on performance, stretching, stamina, and interpretation of music. Two class/week (Both 45 minutes) **one additional may be added closer to the students exam date.

Intermediate Jazz Exam Tech and Choreo (12 – 14 yrs) These classes provide training in jazz technique and terminology in an energetic and dynamic class setting. Our instructors develop creative class plans that incorporate the fundamentals of jazz with an emphasis on performance, stretching, stamina, and interpretation of music. Two class/week (60 and 45 minutes)

Senior Jazz Exam Tech and Senior/University Jazz/Lyrical (14 yrs +) These classes provide training in jazz technique and terminology in an energetic and dynamic class setting. Our instructors develop creative class plans that incorporate the fundamentals of jazz with an emphasis on performance, stretching, stamina, and interpretation of music. As well as a Jazz/Lyrical competive class. Two classes/week, dependant on the exam (45- 60 minutes) the other class is a half exam, half choreography class (60 minutes)

Class Requirements

• All competitive jazz students must be registered in one Ballet Tech class minimum. See Ballet classes above. Please contact studio@saskexpress.com for placement. e.g. Senior Jazz students must register for one of the three ballet tech classes

• Please note: Preliminary students are not required to take the associated exam class(es).

• Exam preparation is integrated into all levels of choreography class(es).

• An attendance policy is in effect within our competitive program. For more information, please see our Studio Policies and Procedures.

Attire

Feminine: 

• Bloch S0473L Phantom – TAN

• Slim fitting dance attire (includes: leotard, capri leggings, tight dance shorts, bike shorts, sports bra, full length leggings).

​Masculine:

• Bloch S0499L Elasta Bootie – BLACK

• Slim fitting t-shirt and knee length shorts are acceptable for male-identifying but should be fitted.

For more detailed attire requirements, please see our Studio Attire Requirements.

Tap technique and vocabulary are taught in an engaging class setting in this percussive form of dance. Students investigate musicality through learning about beats and counting, as well as various elements of rhythm and syncopation. Tap technique and terminology are the emphasis of these classes.

Classes

Beginner Tap Exam Tech and Choreo (7 – 9 yrs) A percussive form of dance, teaching tap technique and terminology in a captivating class setting. Students explore musicality through an understanding of beats and counting, and different elements of rhythm and syncopation. Two classes/week (45 minutes for one and 60 minutes for the other) 

Novice Tap Exam Tech and Choreo (10 – 12 yrs) A percussive form of dance, teaching tap technique and terminology in a captivating class setting. Students explore musicality through an understanding of beats and counting, and different elements of rhythm and syncopation. Two classes/week (45 minutes)

Intermediate Tap Exam Tech and Choreo (12 – 14 yrs) A percussive form of dance, teaching tap technique and terminology in a captivating class setting. Students explore musicality through an understanding of beats and counting, and different elements of rhythm and syncopation. Two class/week (45 minutes)

Senior/University Tap Exam Tech and Choreo (14 yrs +) A percussive form of dance, teaching tap technique and terminology in a captivating class setting. Students explore musicality through an understanding of beats and counting, and different elements of rhythm and syncopation. Two classes/week, one is a exam class, the other is a half exam, half choreography class (Both 45 minutes)

Class Requirements

• We reccomend that all competitive tap students register for the associated competitive ballet exam tech and choreo class, however it is not required. Please contact studio@saskexpress.com for placement.

• Please note: Preliminary students are not required to take the exam, however they must learn the technique taught in the class.

• An attendance policy is in effect within our competitive program. For more information, please see our Studio Policies and Procedures.

Attire

Feminine: 

• PRELIMINARY: 

  • Capezio 3800C Mary Jane – CARAMEL

  • Slim fitting dance attire (includes: leotard, capri leggings, tight dance shorts, bike shorts, sports bra, full length leggings). NO jeans.

• BEGINNER, NOVICE:​

  • Bloch SO323 – Show Tapper – TAN

  • Slim fitting dance attire (includes: leotard, capri leggings, tight dance shorts, bike shorts, sports bra, full length leggings). NO jeans.

• INTERMEDIATE, SENIOR, ADVANCED:​

  • Capizio or Bloch Lace-up Split sole, and for more experienced tappers - Jason Samuel Smith Performance Tap – BLACK

  • Slim fitting dance attire (includes: leotard, capri leggings, tight dance shorts, bike shorts, sports bra, full length leggings). NO jeans.

Masculine:

• PRELIMINARY: 

  • Capezio 443C Tic Tap Toe (Kids) – BLACK

  • Slim fitting t-shirt and knee length shorts are acceptable for male-identifying but should be fitted. NO jeans.

• BEGINNER, NOVICE:​

  • Capezio CG09 Premiere – BLACK

  • Slim fitting t-shirt and knee length shorts are acceptable for male-identifying but should be fitted. NO jeans.

• INTERMEDIATE, SENIOR, ADVANCED:​

  • Capizio or Bloch Lace-up Split sole, and for more experienced tappers - Jason Samuel Smith Performance Tap –BLACK

  • Slim fitting t-shirt and knee length shorts are acceptable for male-identifying but should be fitted. NO jeans.

For more detailed attire requirements, please see our Studio Attire Requirements.

Our hip hop courses provide a fun and energetic learning atmosphere. Students improve their coordination and musicality by studying various forms of choreography to today's most popular Rap, R&B, and Pop songs.

Classes

Beginner Hip-Hop (7 – 9 yrs) Experience a fun and active class environment with our competitive hip hop classes. Students develop coordination and musicality by learning different styles of choreography to today’s most popular Rap, R&B, and Pop. One class/week (45 minutes)

Novice Hip-Hop (10 – 12 yrs) Experience a fun and active class environment with our competitive hip hop classes. Students develop coordination and musicality by learning different styles of choreography to today’s most popular Rap, R&B, and Pop. One class/week (45 minutes)

Intermediate/Senior Hip-Hop (12 yrs +) Experience a fun and active class environment with our competitive hip hop classes. Students develop coordination and musicality by learning different styles of choreography to today’s most popular Rap, R&B, and Pop. One class/week (60 minutes) 

Class Requirements

• An attendance policy is in effect within our competitive program. For more information, please see our Studio Policies and Procedures.

Attire

All Students:

• Indoor runners OR jazz shoes for regular class; colour/style will be determined during costuming.

• Fitted clothing that allows for easy movement should be worn

• Hair pulled back.

For more detailed attire requirements, please see our Studio Attire Requirements.

Based on the Acrobatic Arts syllabus, these classes prepare students with the strength and flexibility necessary to develop an acrobatics skillset, including tumbling, balancing, and limbering. Our team of instructors emphasizes safe practices, an understanding of the body, and the importance of spotting during the teaching of these new skills. Students in these class will have the opportunity to pursue Acrobatic Arts exams and pending instructor approval.

Classes

Preliminary/Beginner Acro (5 – 9 yrs) Learning the basic foundations of acro, implementing flexiblility, musicality, and devoloping strength One class/week (45 minutes)

Novice/Intermediate Acro, Skill Level 4 – 5 (10 – 14 yrs) Learning the basic foundations of acro, implementing flexiblility, musicality, and devoloping strength. Acro is not dependant on the age of the child, however, it is dependant on their skill level, which is decided by the teacher. One class/week (60 minutes)

Senior Acro, Skill Level 6 – 7 (14 yrs +) Learning the basic foundations of acro, implementing flexiblility, musicality, and devoloping strength. Acro is not dependant on the age of the child, however, it is dependant on their skill level, which is decided by the teacher. One class/week (60 minutes)

Class Requirements

• These are the acro classes designed for our competitive students; however, the acro classes themselves might not participate in our spring competitions (excluding Stars of Tomorrow)

• An attendance policy is in effect within our competitive program. For more information, please see our Studio Policies and Procedures.

Attire

Non-binary:

• Choose either of the options below, and let your teacher know your preference.

Feminine:

• Bare feet, leotard, no tights

• Hair pulled neatly off the face

Masculine:

• Bare feet, fitted dance clothes

• Hair up/out of face

For more detailed attire requirements, please see our Studio Attire Requirements.

Lyrical integrates the principles of ballet and jazz, with an emphasis on emotive narrative and graceful movement. This dance technique moulds movement quality and musicality by emphasising body awareness, utilisation of space, and breath.

Classes

Novice Lyrical/Contemporary (10 – 12 yrs) Lyrical and Contemporary classes combines both ballet and jazz fundamentals with an emphasis on emotive storytelling and fluid movement, enabling students to discover more advanced patterns of movement. This style of dance shapes movement quality and musicality through an increased emphasis on body awareness, use of space, and breath. One class/week (60 minutes) 

Intermediate Lyrical/Contemporary (12 – 14 yrs) Lyrical and Contemporary classes combines both ballet and jazz fundamentals with an emphasis on emotive storytelling and fluid movement, enabling students to discover more advanced patterns of movement. This style of dance shapes movement quality and musicality through an increased emphasis on body awareness, use of space, and breath. One class/week (60 minutes) 

Senior Contemporary (14 yrs +) Lyrical and Contemporary classes combines both ballet and jazz fundamentals with an emphasis on emotive storytelling and fluid movement, enabling students to discover more advanced patterns of movement. This style of dance shapes movement quality and musicality through an increased emphasis on body awareness, use of space, and breath. One class/week (60 minutes)

Senior Jazz Exam Tech and Senior/University Jazz/Lyrical (14 yrs +) These classes provide training in jazz technique and terminology in an energetic and dynamic class setting. Our instructors develop creative class plans that incorporate the fundamentals of jazz with an emphasis on performance, stretching, stamina, and interpretation of music. As well as a Jazz/Lyrical competive class. Two classes/week, dependant on the exam (45- 60 minutes) the other class is a half exam, half choreography class (60 minutes)

Class Requirements

• We strongly recommend all Contemp/Lyrical students enroll in one Jazz or Ballet Technique Class in correlation to their age group. Please contact studio@saskexpress.com for placement.

• An attendance policy is in effect within our competitive program. For more information, please see our Studio Policies and Procedures.

Attire

Hair: Up/out of face

Non-Binary:

• Choose either of the options below, and let your teacher know your preference.

Feminine:

• Bloch S0473L Phantom – TAN

• Fitted dance clothes, NO jeans

• Hair up/out of face

Masculine:

• Bloch S0499L Elasta Bootie – BLACK

• Fitted dance clothes, NO jeans

• Hair up/out of face

For more detailed attire requirements, please see our Info & FAQ page.

Whether you're an adult who has never sung outside the shower or you're looking for lessons for your child, we're excited to be with you at the start of your musical journey! Music lessons teach more than just songs and it's never too late to start. Work with our trained instructors on vocal technique, singing in different styles, and storytelling through song. With one-on-one training and a personalized curriculum students will gain confidence, technique, and a love of singing!

Students have the option to compete in Music Festival and perform at a year end voice recital (separate from studio wide recital).

Choose an instructor below by reading through their bios to select your best fit, then fill out the correspondiing google form. This will give us an idea of your previous experience and your availability and then the instructor will reach out to you directly. Please email studio@saskepress.com with any questions or concerns.

Fees and Forms

Fees are dependant on the experience and quilifications of the teacher.

Kaelyn Coulthard

Pricelist
30 minute lesson = $38

45 minute lesson = $45

60 minute lesson = $60

Sign up for lessons with Miss Kaelyn Here!

Elizabeth Bishop

Pricelist
30 minute lesson = $38

45 minute lesson = $45

60 minute lesson = $60

Sign up for lessons with Miss Elizabeth Here!