Dance promotes fitness, imparts poise and creates self-confidence.
Join us on the dance floor and learn more about the fascinating world of dance.
We have fantastic teachers, amazing musicians and an atmosphere that inspires learning.
Discover the magic of dance!
Merrilee Hodgins A.R.A.D. Artistic Director
Photo credit: D. Brian Campbell
Adult Registration PDF
Children and Youth Registration PDF
PD Dance Days PDF
Piano lessons PDF
Can't wait for spring?
March Break Dance Camp - Registration PDF
NEW POD Programme (Parents of Dancers) PDF
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Programme 2014 - 2015 Learn more>
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Programme 2014 - 2015 Learn more>
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Prospectus <English> <Français>
Registration PDF
Dance Delights Integrated Arts Programme (ages 8-12)
Registration PDF
Elementary 3 Summer School (Grade 3 Cecchetti or equivalent)
Registration PDF
Summer School for the Serious Dancer
Registration PDF
For the dancer or music lover in your life
CD of classical music performed by our very own Miss Elena and Mr. Wright!
$20 + HST
| James Wright | |
| Elena Ilin |
Our Twitter and Facebook pages are frequently updated with new information about classes, performances, people and projects.
Photo credit: Gilles Vézina
Gallery 200 Public art space
Did you know? Your child's Tuition for Dance Education is TAX Deductible. P.S. Save your receipts.
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Term 2 classes begin January 5, 2015.
A round of applause for our Fall 2014 Silent Auction Donors Learn more>
Where in the World are the Grads? visit our facebook page and add your name to the map
Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign and The School of Dance Learn more>
Audrey Greyeyes Learn more>
Neera Huckvale Learn more>
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Beth Ross Learn more>
Photo credit Barbara Legowski
Ottawa Citizen Article Link to the Article
About the DragonFly Programme Learn more>
DragonFly Dance – Circles, Squares and Triangles PDF registration
Research Opportunity Learn more>
Photo credit Barbara Legowski
Legowski book
I Feel Fire, a book of photographs by Ottawa photographer Barbara Legowski, is now on sale at The School of Dance.
These images capture the enthusiasm, grace and love of dance and learning portrayed by DragonFly students.
The gift that gives twice; a unique book of photography for a friend or family member that also supports innovative programmes that expand learning for young people with Down Syndrome.
For more information contact The School of Dance.
In 2007, The School announced the opening of the Stuart Conger Learning Centre.
The Centre, named for Stuart Conger to acknowledge his years of dedicated support of The School, is located on the second floor of The School.
Congratulations to Gabrielle Lachance, the 2014 winner of the Celia Franca Award!
Announcing the 2014 winners of the Rich Little Endowment Fund for the Performing Arts Learn more>
The School of Dance gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the City of Ottawa.
The School of Dance Helps the Community Learn more>
The SODA Network. Calling all graduates! Learn more>
Studio Rental Learn more>
A round of applause for our Fall 2014 Silent Auction Donors Learn more>
The School of Dance 36!
Saturday June 6, 2015, 7p.m.
Canadian Museum of History
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Physiotherapy for Dancers Learn more>
Mental Performance in Dance Learn more>
History Learn more>
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On backpacks and shoes
(we’re spreading the news)
The School is where dancers belong
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