2026/2027 10 month season Class Guidelines:
If your dancer has previously danced with us you will find their recommended classes highlighted below. You are welcome to register for as many classes within your dancers level as you would like. Dancer's who take more classes will see faster progression of skills as well as have higher success with remembering class content. All registered dancers must register in at least one Softshoe class. Classes receive discounted rates the more classes they take.
A $45/ registration fee is required to reserve your space in fall classes. - Each additional child registered is an addition $5. Register Early to save on registration costs!
**Families with more than one child will receive a 10% discount on their 2nd, 3rd, 4th child's tuition.**
Trial Classes:
New Beginner Dancers qualify for our Trial Classes this Fall. Try two classes for $25, If you register for the full 10 month season, your $25 will be applied to you first months tuition.
Please email the studio if you are unsure of which class to register for: vanshawacademy@gmail.com
2026/2027 - Full Season
Jr A - Beginner 1
This class is for new and returning beginner dancers age 4-6. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance techniques and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
This class is for new and returning beginner dancers age 4-6. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance techniques and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
Monday
5:00 PM to 5:40 PM
5:00 PM to 5:40 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Sr.A /Jr.B - Beginner 2
This class is for new beginners age 7+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A or are in Beginner in competition levels. Dancers continue to work on foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
**Dancers are considered Sr.A at the age of 7 or when they have achieved their Beginner Light Jig or Reel
Dancer's may choose to attend a monthly workshop where applicable.
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
This class is for new beginners age 7+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Jr.A or are in Beginner in competition levels. Dancers continue to work on foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
**Dancers are considered Sr.A at the age of 7 or when they have achieved their Beginner Light Jig or Reel
Dancer's may choose to attend a monthly workshop where applicable.
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
Monday
5:40 PM to 6:25 PM
5:40 PM to 6:25 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Level 1 Hardshoe (Sr.A)
Our dancers age 6+ can enroll in Hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A dancers are highly encouraged to enroll in Hardshoe Class. Dancers will work on beginner steps and routines.
*Dancers also required to enroll in any softshoe class*
*Minimum 6-8 months of softshoe highly recommended before enrolling in hardshoe class*
Our dancers age 6+ can enroll in Hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A dancers are highly encouraged to enroll in Hardshoe Class. Dancers will work on beginner steps and routines.
*Dancers also required to enroll in any softshoe class*
*Minimum 6-8 months of softshoe highly recommended before enrolling in hardshoe class*
Monday
6:25 PM to 6:50 PM
6:25 PM to 6:50 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Technique and Teams
This is an add on class for all dancers in Level B and above. Dancers will focus on breaking down their dance steps to focus more heavily on proper technique through drills specific to each dancer and their current levels. Dancers will also learn team ceili dances working on building teamwork and collaboration. Team dancers are heavily encouraged to perform at st. patricks day events.
**Dancers also required to enroll in another Soft Shoe class**
***This class also available as a drop-in for short term extra practice***
This is an add on class for all dancers in Level B and above. Dancers will focus on breaking down their dance steps to focus more heavily on proper technique through drills specific to each dancer and their current levels. Dancers will also learn team ceili dances working on building teamwork and collaboration. Team dancers are heavily encouraged to perform at st. patricks day events.
**Dancers also required to enroll in another Soft Shoe class**
***This class also available as a drop-in for short term extra practice***
Monday
6:50 PM to 8:00 PM
6:50 PM to 8:00 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Jr/Sr.A - Beginner 1&2
New and Returning Beginner Dancers Age 5-8 with a focus on learning basic movements and techniques, Dancers will focus on working towards their beginner reels and light jigs
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
New and Returning Beginner Dancers Age 5-8 with a focus on learning basic movements and techniques, Dancers will focus on working towards their beginner reels and light jigs
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
D/E Softshoe & Hardshoe - Intermediate/Champ
Returning dancers who have reached Intermediate or higher level in the majority of their dances. Teacher recommendation required.
*Dancer's at this level should take at least one soft/hardshoe class each week with 2 softshoe classes/week highly recommended* - See Technique and Teams class for secondary class option.
Class also meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month in Cedarbrae for Choreography Workshop
***Dancers are considered Level D When they have moved at least 3 Dances to Intermediate in competition. Dancer's are required to know all 4 Softshoe and 2 Hardshoe dances (levels may be combined or split based on registration numbers)
Returning dancers who have reached Intermediate or higher level in the majority of their dances. Teacher recommendation required.
*Dancer's at this level should take at least one soft/hardshoe class each week with 2 softshoe classes/week highly recommended* - See Technique and Teams class for secondary class option.
Class also meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month in Cedarbrae for Choreography Workshop
***Dancers are considered Level D When they have moved at least 3 Dances to Intermediate in competition. Dancer's are required to know all 4 Softshoe and 2 Hardshoe dances (levels may be combined or split based on registration numbers)
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 6:45 PM
5:00 PM to 6:45 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Level 2 Hardshoe - Adv/Primary
Class is for all dancers in Level B softshoe
Class is for all dancers in Level B softshoe
Tuesday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
B/C Softshoe - Advanced/Primary
Advanced Beginner and Primary Class for returning dancers who know at minimum their Reel, Light Jig, & Single Jig
Dancers continue to work on all 4 soft shoe dances and are encouraged to enroll in Technique and Teams Class.
Dancers at this level are highly encouraged to add Hardshoe classes.
Class also meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month in Cedarbrae for Choreography Workshop
Advanced Beginner and Primary Class for returning dancers who know at minimum their Reel, Light Jig, & Single Jig
Dancers continue to work on all 4 soft shoe dances and are encouraged to enroll in Technique and Teams Class.
Dancers at this level are highly encouraged to add Hardshoe classes.
Class also meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month in Cedarbrae for Choreography Workshop
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
WoodCreek Studio 9
Jr.A - Beginner 1
This class is for new and returning beginner dancers age 4-6. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance techniques and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
This class is for new and returning beginner dancers age 4-6. Dancers focus on basic foundational Irish dance techniques and learn their first soft shoe dances including reels and jigs.
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
Wednesday
4:45 PM to 5:25 PM
4:45 PM to 5:25 PM
Cedarbrae Community Centre
Jr. A /Sr.A - Beginner 1&2
New and Returning Beginner Dancers Age 4-8 with a focus on learning basic movements and techniques, Dancers will focus on working towards their beginner reels and light jigs
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
New and Returning Beginner Dancers Age 4-8 with a focus on learning basic movements and techniques, Dancers will focus on working towards their beginner reels and light jigs
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:10 PM
5:30 PM to 6:10 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Level 1/2 (Sr.A/ B) Hardshoe
All dancers age 5+ and above dancers can enroll in hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A and above dancers are highly encourages to enroll in Hardshoe class
*Dancers also required to enroll in any softshoe class*
All dancers age 5+ and above dancers can enroll in hardshoe class. Hardshoe is a fun percussive style dance using shoes similar to tap shoes. All competitive dancers and Sr.A and above dancers are highly encourages to enroll in Hardshoe class
*Dancers also required to enroll in any softshoe class*
Thursday
6:10 PM to 6:45 PM
6:10 PM to 6:45 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
B/Jr.C - Advanced Beginner/Primary
This class is for new beginners 9+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Level A Dancers continue to work on the foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
Jr.C applies to dancers with less than 3 Dances in Primary. Dancers with no Beginner level dances should enroll in Tuesday B/C Class.
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
Class also meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month in Cedarbrae for Choreography Workshop
This class is for new beginners 9+ and returning dancers who have graduated from Level A Dancers continue to work on the foundational skills while learning all 4 soft shoe dances and have the option to begin hardshoe class.
Jr.C applies to dancers with less than 3 Dances in Primary. Dancers with no Beginner level dances should enroll in Tuesday B/C Class.
*Age as of September 1st 2026*
Class also meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month in Cedarbrae for Choreography Workshop
Thursday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Parkland Community Hall Gym
Home School
Homeschool - Beginner 1
Morning Class for Homeschool families and families looking for a daytime class. Brand New beginners Ages 5+. Class may be split into age groups based on registration. Minimum 3 dancers required for class to run.
$15 non-refundable registration fee. $135 sessional tuition fee to be charged 1 week prior to class start date providing enough dancers have registered.
Dancers may learn both softshoe solo dances as well as group choreography where time allows.
Shoes: Dancers may wear ballet or jazz shoes or sock feet.
Morning Class for Homeschool families and families looking for a daytime class. Brand New beginners Ages 5+. Class may be split into age groups based on registration. Minimum 3 dancers required for class to run.
$15 non-refundable registration fee. $135 sessional tuition fee to be charged 1 week prior to class start date providing enough dancers have registered.
Dancers may learn both softshoe solo dances as well as group choreography where time allows.
Shoes: Dancers may wear ballet or jazz shoes or sock feet.
Thursday
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
Cedarbrae Community Centre
Home School - Beginner 2
Morning Class for Homeschool families and families looking for a daytime class. Brand New beginners Ages 10+. Class may be split into age groups based on registration. Minimum 3 dancers required for class to run.
$15 non-refundable registration fee. $150 sessional tuition fee to be charged 1 week prior to class start date providing enough dancers have registered.
Dancers may learn both softshoe solo dances as well as group choreography where time allows.
Shoes: Dancers may wear ballet or jazz shoes or sock feet.
Morning Class for Homeschool families and families looking for a daytime class. Brand New beginners Ages 10+. Class may be split into age groups based on registration. Minimum 3 dancers required for class to run.
$15 non-refundable registration fee. $150 sessional tuition fee to be charged 1 week prior to class start date providing enough dancers have registered.
Dancers may learn both softshoe solo dances as well as group choreography where time allows.
Shoes: Dancers may wear ballet or jazz shoes or sock feet.
Thursday
10:45 PM to 11:45 PM
10:45 PM to 11:45 PM
Cedarbrae Community Centre