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Taught by professional and energetic instructors, we offer a variety of dance programs to help improve your posture and balance, tone your muscles, and enhance your flexibility. From ballet, contemporary, and hip hop, to jazz, and Broadway, there is something for everyone from the beginner to the advanced dancer.
Our diverse team of instructors offer an inclusive and positive space, creating unique opportunities for exploration, personal and artistic growth, connection, and fun.
View the Dance schedule and programs.
Note: Dance programs are not included in any memberships.
Questions about dance programs at Vikes Active Living?
Email: vikesrec@uvic.ca
Dance programs take place in the fitness studios on the upper floor of CARSA. Check program details for exact location. View map.
9:00AM–9:55AM
6:15PM–7:25PM
7:30PM–8:55PM
6:15PM–7:10PM
7:15PM–8:10PM
7:15PM–8:10PM
7:15PM–8:10PM
7:15PM–8:10PM
Note: There are no programs on Jan. 2, Feb. 20, Apr. 7, Apr. 10, May 22, Jul. 3, Aug. 7 due to holidays.
Instructors subject to change without notice.
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YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
Inspired by artists such as Beyoncé, this class combines a variety of styles from burlesque to hip hop with a sexier ‘urban flava’. The routines are sensual, playful and just plain fun. Come get a workout and let out your inner ‘diva’ in a safe and supportive environment.
Class level: All welcome.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Julia H.
Location: Gwynne Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time: Wednesday at 6:15PM–7:10PM
YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
The posture, flexibility, fitness and balance of Ballet are the foundation of all dance forms. It provides grace, poise, and technique. Express the emotion of music through lines that are traditional and based in technique. Each class includes barre exercises, center floor work, and across-the-floor combinations.
Advanced - Are you ready to star in Swan Lake? No? Let us help you! This class continues developing and strengthening ballet technique, while providing a challenging workout. Classes feature barre work, centre practice, and across the floor exercises, including multiple turns and pirouettes, adage, and grand allegro combinations.
Requirements: For dancers with 5+ years of ballet experience.
Class level: Advanced.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Marla M.
Location: Nike Serenity Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time: Tuesday at 7:30PM–8:55PM
YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
The posture, flexibility, fitness and balance of ballet are the foundation of all dance forms. It provides grace, poise, and technique. Express the emotion of music through lines that are traditional and based in technique. Each class includes barre exercises, center floor work, and across-the-floor combinations.
Beginner - If you and your body don't know what a tendu is, but you've always wanted to explore the artistry and physical benefits of dance, this class is for you! No experience necessary.
Class level: All welcome. Beginner friendly 😊.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Julia H.
Location: Nike Serenity Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time: Wednesday at 7:15PM–8:10PM
YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
It's show time! This dynamic "triple-threat" style class is for the dancer who loves musicals. In Broadway Bound, students will learn dance routines to their favourite show tunes with a focus on performance. We'll even do a little singing! No experience in any of the disciplines of dance, acting, or singing is necessary; only an enthusiasm for the stage!
Class level: All welcome.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Madison H.
Location: Nike Serenity Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time:
YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
Come experience an energizing, invigorating, entertaining and inclusive contemporary dance class. This class encompasses a modern fusion of lyrical, jazz, hip hop, ballet and animal flow that will leave your heart pumping and your soul amplified.
Class level: All welcome.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Kiana K.
Location: Gwynne Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time: Wednesday at 7:15PM–8:10PM
NEW YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
Need stress relief or relaxation? Look no further! This dance class is beneficial for anyone needing a break from their stressors.
Come promote feel good movement and let your creativity soar.
All levels welcome.
Class level: All welcome.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Aunjelica W.
Location: Nike Serenity Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time: Thursday at 7:15PM–8:10PM
NEW YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
Strengthen the muscles that are important for proper dance posture and technique. Gain flexibility and range of motion to execute dance movements with more ease and confidence. For all dance levels.
Class level: All welcome.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Karli K.
Location: Gwynne Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time:
YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
Work on and develop your basic dance technique through across the floor, combinations, stretch, strengthening and conditioning. Dance Technique will build upon your dance background while adding more to your knowledge by learning fun and challenging new dance moves. All levels welcome.
Class level: All welcome.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Karli K.
Location: Gwynne Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time: Monday at 7:15PM–8:10PM
NEW YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
Come work on basic movement patterns and strengthening your skills in contemporary. Follow that by working on collaborative choreography. Build confidence and creativity in dance. All abilities welcome.
Class level: All welcome.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Flora W.
Location: Nike Serenity Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time: Tuesday at 9:00AM–9:55AM
NEW YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
Explore the world of hip hop music through a combination of street style dance with a touch of stomp, funk and pop.
Class level: All welcome.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Hiroko M.
Location: Gwynne Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time: Thursday at 7:15PM–8:10PM
YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
The posture, flexibility, fitness and balance of ballet are the foundation of all dance forms. It provides grace, poise, and technique. Express the emotion of music through lines that are traditional and based in technique.
Level 2 - For dancers with 2-5 years of ballet experience or those who have completed Beginner Ballet and are looking for a challenge. Class builds technique through barre work, centre practice, and across the floor exercises, ranging from plies and tendus to simple pirouettes and allegro combinations.
Requirements: For dancers with 2-5 years of ballet experience or those who have completed Beginner Ballet.
Class level: Intermediate.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Marla M.
Location: Nike Serenity Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time: Tuesday at 6:15PM–7:25PM
YOUTH ACCESSIBLE
Explore your style and presentation. Classes emphasize musicality and body alignment, conditioning, stretch and strengthening, rhythm and stylization as well as fun and innovative choreography.
Class level: All welcome.
Youth: 14+ years
Instructor: Kiana K.
Location: Nike Serenity Studio
Dates: March 13 – April 23
Time:
All prices valid as of January 1, 2023. All prices include GST.
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