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Recreation
FALL
Program Guide
Recreation
FALL
Try something
Program Guide
different
Registration for all
programs begins
August 13, 2019
Find your new
favourite activity.
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2019 Hallo Each booklet includes 10 coupons for a free swim
Recreation ok or skate at a City of Calgary pool or arena or 50%
Coupon Bo off admission to a City of Calgary leisure centre.
s to some fun!
Treat the kid Coupons are valid Nov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 31, 2020.
$
5.00
Why not treat the kids to
SOME FUN
this Halloween?
A booklet of 10 coupons is only $5.
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Visit calgary.ca/halloweencoupons for more information.
Fall 2019
Welcome to the Fall 2019 edition of The City’s Recreation Program Guide. Inside
you’ll find thousands of affordable activities for you and your family that are close
to home. The City offers fun and safe programs delivered by trained staff for all ages
and abilities. Check out a learn to skate program, get creative with paints or clay or
try a new sport. Start enjoying the benefits of an active, creative and healthy lifestyle.
#GetMovingYYC
Interpretation service available – contact 311
Table of contents Over-the-phone interpretation available in more than 140 languages.
Arts and Culture (including dance, performing and visual arts). . . 9 Arabic 311
French Pour les informations, composez le 311
Calgary AfterSchool and Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Hindi 311
Certification and Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Korean 311
Day Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Mandarin 311
Fee Assistance (Fair Entry). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Spanish Para obtener información, llamar al 311
Sudanese 311
Fitness, Personal Training and Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . 31
Tagalog Tumawag sa 311 upang makakuha ng impormasyon
Golf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 311
Vietnamese
Leisure Centres. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Nature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Playschool (including preschool programs). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Sailing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Skating and Hockey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Special Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Swimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Register August 13, 2019 for Fall Programs.
Learn how to register at calgary.ca/register 1
Information
Arenas Aquatic and Fitness Sailing
1 Ed Whalen & Joseph Kryczka Arena Tier 1 facilities 54 Glenmore Sailing School
(Southland Leisure Centre) 8415 24th St. S.W. | 311
2000 Southland Dr. S.W. | 311 29 Acadia Aquatic & Fitness Centre
9009 Fairmount Dr. S.E. | 311
2 Ernie Starr Arena
4808 14th Ave. S.E. | 311 30 Beltline Aquatic & Fitness Centre
Skateparks
221 12th Ave. S.W. | 311
3 Father David Bauer/Norma Bush Arenas
55 CKE Skatespot
2424 University Dr. N.W. | 311 31 Foothills Aquatic Centre
1015 73rd Ave. S.W. | 311
2915 24th Ave. N.W. | 311
4 Frank McCool Arena
56 Deer Run Skatepark
1900 Lake Bonavista Dr. S.E. | 311 32 Glenmore Aquatic Centre
2223 146th Ave. S.E. | 311
5330 19th St. S.W. | 311
5 Max Bell Centre
57 Huntington Hills Skatepark
1001 Barlow Tr. S.E. | 311 33 Inglewood Aquatic Centre
Centre St. & 64th Ave. N.W. | 311
1527 17th Ave. S.E. | 311
6 Murray Copot Arena
58 Mid-Sun Skatepark
6727 Centre St. N.W.| 311 34 Shouldice Aquatic Centre
50 Midpark Rise S.E. | 311
5303 Bowness Rd. N.W. | 311
7 Optimist/George Blundun Arenas
59 New Brighton Skatepark
5020 26th Ave. S.W. | 311
5801 130th Ave. S.E. | 311
8 Rose Kohn/Jimmie Condon Arenas Tier 2 facilities 60 Shaw Millennium Park
502 Heritage Dr. S.W. | 311
35 Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre 1220 Ninth Ave. S.W. | 311
9 Shouldice Arena 4812 14th Ave. S.E. | 311 61 Southwood Skatepark
1515 Home Rd. N.W. | 311
36 Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre 11 Sackville Dr. S.W. | 311
10 Stew Hendry/Henry Viney Arenas 89 Canova Rd. S.W. | 311
814 13th Ave. N.E. | 311
37 Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre
11 Stu Peppard (Glenmore) Arena
5300 19th St. S.W. | 311
1919 29th St. S.W. | 311 Soccer
38 Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre
12 Village Square Leisure Centre (Arenas 1 & 2) 810 13th Ave. N.E. | 311 62 Calgary Soccer Centre
2623 56th St. N.E. | 311 7000 48th St. S.E. | 403-279-0445
39 Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Recreation Centre
1520 Northmount Dr. N.W. | 311
Arts Centres 40 Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre
6715 Centre St. N. | 311
13 North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre
523 27th Ave. N.W. | 403-221-3682
Golf Courses
14 Wildflower Arts Centre
3363 Spruce Dr. S.W. | 403-249-3773
41 Confederation
3204 Collingwood Dr. N.W. | 403-300-1002
Athletic Parks 42 Lakeview
5840 19th St. S.W. | 403-300-1003
15 Acadia Athletic Park 43 Maple Ridge
315 90th Ave. S.E. | 311 1240 Mapleglade Dr. S.E. | 403-300-1004
16 Ernest Manning 44 McCall Lake
20 Springborough Blvd. S.W. I 311 1600 32nd Ave. N.E. | 403-300-1005
17 Foothills Athletic Park 45 Richmond Green
2431 Crowchild Tr. N.W. | 311 2539 33rd Ave. S.W. | 403-300-1006
18 Foothills Stadium 46 Shaganappi Point
2255 Crowchild Tr. N.W. | 311 1200 26th St. S.W. | 403-300-1007
19 Forest Lawn Athletic Park
4808 14th Ave. S.E. | 311
Leisure Centres
20 Frank McCool Athletic Park
1900 Lake Bonavista Dr. S.E. | 311
47 Southland Leisure Centre
21 Glenmore Athletic Park 2000 Southland Dr. S.W. | 403-648-6555
5300 19th St. S.W. | 311
48 Village Square Leisure Centre
22 Optimist Athletic Park 2623 56th St. N.E. | 403-366-3900
5020 26th Ave. S.W. | 311
23 New Brighton Athletic Park
5801 130th Ave. S.E. | 311 Parks
24 Pop Davies Athletic Park
6415 Ogden Rd. S.E. | 311 49 Devonian Gardens
25 Renfrew Athletic Park
317 Seventh Ave. S.W. | 311
814 13th Ave. N.E. | 311 50 Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
2425 Ninth Ave S.E. | 311
26 Shouldice Athletic Park
1515 Home Rd. N.W./4900 13 Ave. N.W. | 311 51 Ralph Klein Park
12350 84th St. S.E. | 311
27 Tom Brook Athletic Park
2000 Southland Dr. S.W. | 311 52 Reader Rock Garden
325 25th Ave. S.E. | 311
28 Woodbine Athletic Park
96 Woodfield Dr. S.W. | 311 53 South Glenmore Park
90th Ave. & 24th St. S.W.| 311
Facility accessibility
Calgary Recreation is improving accessibility in facilities whenever upgrades are done. Currently, facilities have various levels of
access. To know whether your access needs will be met before you go, type “Recreation facility accessibility” in the search bar at
calgary.ca for a detailed description of each facility’s accessibility.
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Affordable recreational
opportunities to keep you
active and moving.
FILLER AD FOR RATES AND
FEES 17-00960521
FULL PAGE
Drop-in Drop-in Drop-in Drop-in X10*** X10*** X10*** X10*** Visit calgary.ca/fees for a
Tier 1 Tier 2 Leisure Arena Pass Pass Pass Pass
2019 RATES & FEES Centre Arena Tier 1 Tier 2 Leisure complete price listing for
Centre
our recreation centres.
Toddler (under 2)* Free Free Free Free n/a n/a n/a n/a
Fees include GST and are subject to change.
Preschooler (2-6)* 1.65 1.95 3.30 1.70 15.6 15.10 17.90 29.80
*Toddlers, preschoolers and children under eight
Child/Youth (7-17) 3.30 3.90 6.70 3.45 31.30 29.80 35.40 60.20 must be accompanied by an adult for admission.
Monthly passes for preschoolers are only available
Adult (18-64) 6.70 7.90 13.35 6.95 62.60 60.20 71.30 120.10 in a Family Build-a-Pass package.
**Family includes one or two adults with children
Senior (65+) 3.30 3.90 6.70 3.45 31.30 29.80 35.40 60.20 (under 18) residing in the same household,
or two adults without children residing in
Family** 14.65 17.35 29.35 15.30 137.60 132.10 156.50 264.70 the same household.
Single Parent Family ** 12.65 15.00 25.35 110.90 135.40 228.20 ***All 10x and 30x passes expire two years after
date of purchase.
Parent & Toddler 8.00 72.00
(1hr special)
CUSTOMIZE A MONTHLY OR ANNUAL PASS
Parent & Preschooler 11.40 102.60 WITH BUILD-A-PASS
(1hr special)
Build-a-Pass is a tool that allows you to customize
Youth shinny 6.65 59.90 monthly passes to best meet your needs. Passes
are available and customizable in 1 to 12-month
Adult Shinny 8.00 72.00 increments. Go to calgary.ca/pass for the online tool
(weekdays until 4pm)
18-01118156
or visit a facility near you for pricing information.
Adult Shinny 10.85 97.70
(evenings / weekend)
Registration
Nearly every program we offer is available for online registration. Register early, don’t
miss out! Programs fill quickly and/or may be cancelled due to low registration.
Mark your calendars!
Registration dates* On stands/online Registration date
Fall 2019 swim programs Currently online Jul. 9, 2019
Fall 2019 programs Currently on stands/online Aug. 13, 2019
Winter 2020 swim programs Nov. 12, 2019 Nov. 12, 2019
Winter 2020 programs Nov. 20, 2019 Nov. 26, 2019
Playschool 2019-2020 (September – June)
• Southland Leisure Centre Currently on stands/online Ongoing
• Village Square Leisure Centre
*Dates are subject to change.
How to register TTY (deaf, hard of hearing and
Online speech impaired) 403-268-3825
Monday – Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
calgary.ca/liveandplay
Your account login information and payment information Walk-in
will be required to complete your registration. To set up your
liveandplay account, visit calgary.ca/register. Registration Recreation Customer Service Centre . . . . 2808 Spiller Rd. S.E.
opens at 5:30 a.m. on the first day of registration. Monday – Friday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
(excluding statutory holidays)
Phone Southland Leisure Centre. . . . . . . . . . . . 2000 Southland Dr. S.W.
403-268-3800 (option 1) (Walk-in registration ends one hour prior to closing.)
Monday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Village Square Leisure Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2623 56th St. N.E.
Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Walk-in registration ends one hour prior to closing.)
Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. The City of Calgary follows standard industry practice in
listing all of our prices inclusive of the goods and services
tax. The five per cent GST amount is visible to customers
Methods of payment on all receipts issued.
1. Visa, MasterCard or American Express.
2. Cash, debit card or gift card (walk-in registration only).
Payment is due at time of registration. A $25 administration
Commitment to inclusion
People with disabilities are encouraged to participate in all
fee is charged on all credit card chargebacks and declined pre- of our recreation programs, at a level suitable to their ability
authorized payments, plus related financial institution charges. and program choice. Please disclose your disability during
registration – staff need to know your needs in order to work
together to meet them.
Learn how to register at calgary.ca/register 5
Registration
Cancellations
All classes are subject to cancellation due to insufficient
registrations. You will be notified of class cancellations and Lets us help
are entitled to a full refund or a transfer to another program.
you with
Withdrawals income barriers.
• A $20 fee is charged per registrant/per program, and the
remaining balance refunded.
• Once the program has started, a $20 fee is charged per
registrant/per program and a prorated balance refunded.
Transfers
• All transfers are subject to space availability.
• To transfer to a different program, the registrant is charged a
$10 fee, plus any program fee difference. You may qualify for
• Once a program has started, transfers are subject to approval; City subsidized programs
transfer and program fee differences apply. and services.
Medical exceptions
• A doctor’s note is required within 14 days of withdrawal/
transfer or the request will be processed as per the withdrawal
and transfer policies (allow two – four weeks for processing). The City of Calgary has several programs that
• Requests received after the program start date are subject to are offered at a subsidized rate for low income
a prorated refund from the date of notification. Calgarians. Fair Entry is an application process
Aquatics registration policy that uses one form to assess if a Calgarian
Candidates must have successfully completed all award qualifies for available subsidized programs
prerequisites to register for a course. and services.
Access to other facility amenities (e.g. hot tub, steam rooms,
slides) are not included in any program registration fee. Programs available for financial assistance are:
Customers wishing to use amenities are welcome to pay 1. Calgary Transit Low Income Transit Pass Program –
regular admission. Other children in the family are not Provides lower cost monthly passes for adults (18 and
permitted to visit or participate in classes with their
older), youth (6-17 years of age), and an annual pass for
registered siblings.
seniors (65+).
Program forms and waivers 2. Recreation Fee Assistance Program – Subsidized access
Some programs have information sheets, forms or waivers that to City of Calgary registered programs and admissions to
require review or completion/signature by participant/parent aquatics & fitness centres, leisure centres, art centres,
for submission to the program leader at the first class. Refer golf courses and a number of local fee assistance
to your registration receipt for details. Program forms and program partners.
waivers can be found on calgary.ca/recreationforms
3. Property Tax Assistance Program – Provided to low
Sun Life Financial Arts + Culture Pass income homeowners who experience an increase in
The Calgary Public Library offers a unique made-in-Calgary their property tax. If approved, homeowners also receive
initiative that opens doors and opportunities for low-income a rebate on City waste and recycling fees.
Calgarians to access quality arts and culture experiences. For 4. No Cost Spay/Neuter Program – Free spay/neuter surgery
more information, go to artsculturepass.ca for eligible companion cats and dogs. Not available to
The initiative is in partnership with Sun Life Financial, breeders and only to adult (18+) pet owners.
The Calgary Public Library and The City of Calgary’s Fee 5. Seniors Services Home Maintenance program – Basic
Assistance Program. yard care, snow removal, light housekeeping. Paint and
minor repair services will be assessed upon intake. This
Recreation Connector service enables low-income seniors to live securely in their
homes longer.
Do you need someone to meet with you and show you Visit calgary.ca/FairEntry for more information, to apply online
what you can do at City facilities? Do you need questions or to find a list of drop off locations. You can also mail or fax
answered about the fee assistance application process or
your application, or apply in person at these two locations:
filling out the Fair Entry application? Do you need help
1801118156
finding information on the costs to attend a program, go Municipal Building Calgary Public Library
for a swim or other recreation activities? The Recreation Third floor Village Square Branch
Connector can help you! Simply contact 311 and ask to 800 MacLeod Tr. S.E. 2623 56th St. N.E.
be put in touch with the Recreation Connector.
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Special Events
The City of Calgary has a variety of fun events to keep you and your family
active and entertained throughout the year. Visit calgary.ca/calendar for a
complete listing of events.
Throughout the winter Youth Event
Play, swim, jump, splash and slide into the weekend. Bring all
Dive-in Movie your friends to the waterpark for tons of fun, including games,
Experience the movies like never before! Come settle in for music and even prizes! A DJ will be pumping out the tunes as
a night at the movies in the waterpark. Lounge poolside or you enjoy the wave pool, slides and hot tub.
watch from the water itself. You’ll enjoy a great film and an Southland Leisure Centre Ages: 11Y – 15Y
even better time with friends, family and neighbours. Oct 4 F 05:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Southland Leisure Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult Oct 25 F 05:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Oct 19 Sa 06:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in Nov 8 F 05:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Nov 16 Sa 06:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in Nov 22 F 05:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Dec 7 Sa 06:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in Dec 13 F 05:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Village Square Leisure Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult Village Square Leisure Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult
Sep 27 F 06:00 pm-08:00 pm Reg Adm Drop-in Oct 18 F 07:00 pm-10:00 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Oct 25 F 06:00 pm-08:00 pm Reg Adm Drop-in Dec 6 F 07:00 pm-10:00 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Nov 22 F 06:00 pm-08:00 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Dec 13 F 06:00 pm-08:00 pm Reg Adm Drop-in September
Family Event Pop Up Family Fitness
Play, swim, jump, splash and slide into the weekend! Bring FREE
Being active together can create stronger, healthier
the whole family to the waterpark for tons of fun, including families. Experience fun fitness as a family in this circuit
games, music and prizes. A DJ will be pumping out the tunes style course.
as families enjoy the wave pool, slides, hot tub and AquaPlay. New Brighton Athletic Park Ages: All Ages + Adult
Southland Leisure Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult Sep 7 Sa 09:00 am-11:00 am Free Drop-in
Oct 11 F 05:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Nov 1 F 05:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
FREE Pop Up and Play
Nov 29 F 05:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in Explore, create and imagine at this fun-filled, activity-
Dec 20 F 05:30 pm-08:30 pm Reg Adm Drop-in based event. All members of the family get involved, playing
together and enjoying family fun.
New Brighton Athletic Park Ages: All Ages + Adult
Sep 12 Th 10:00 am-12:00 pm Free Drop-in
Sep 27 F 01:00 pm-03:00 pm Free Drop-in
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Special Events
September (continued) November
FREE YYC Family Obstacles FREE Winterfest
Come crawl, carry and run your way through outdoor Come celebrate National Child Day with an action-
obstacle courses geared toward all members of the family. packed afternoon of free activities and entertainment for all
While parents get their workout at an adult-oriented course, ages at RKP. Get creative in our crafts room, join a guided park
children can participate in a child-inspired course. Drop in and tour or test your birdwatching skills. Learn fun facts about the
challenge the entire family to something different. park’s wildlife and try out the new Natural Playground with its
New Brighton Athletic Park Ages: All Ages + Adult zipline. Exhibitors will be on hand sharing information about
Sep 19 Th 10:00 am-12:00 pm Free Drop-in National Child Day and how they support children and youth
in Calgary.
FREE Experience the Reservoir Ralph Klein Park Ages: All Ages + Adult
Ready to explore Glenmore Reservoir through a fun Nov 17 Su 01:00 pm-03:00 pm Free Drop-in
and interactive event geared toward all ages? Exercise your
brain and body through a scavenger hunt that will provide FREE National Child Day Art Exhibition
excitement, education and physical activity while experiencing In celebration of National Child Day, we invite you and
the beauty of the reservoir. your family to stop by Wildflower and North Mount Pleasant
South Glenmore Park Ages: All Ages Arts Centres to view a wonderful selection of children’s
Sep 20 F 12:30 pm-03:30 pm Free Drop-in artwork and enjoy some refreshments.
North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult
Wildflower Arts Centre
October Nov 20 W 09:00 am-09:30 pm Free Drop-in
Warm Up to Winter
FREE
Join us for an open house with an opportunity to peek December
in to the art studios, watch instructors demonstrating their
talents, learn about our programs, enjoy a warm cocoa and FREE Wildflower Arts Salon
create a “Warm up to Winter” treasure. A great opportunity to acquire your own original piece
North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Ages: All Ages of artwork created by the professionally trained and practicing
Oct 18 F 06:00 pm-08:00 pm Free Drop-in artists of Wildflower Arts Centre. Take a tour of the arts centre,
have a conversation with our artist/instructors and behold a
Halloween Boo Bags wide range of works including painting, textiles, sculpture and
We’ll supply a fabulous instructor and all the art supplies you pottery for purchase. Kick off your holiday shopping at this
need! Children must be accompanied by an adult parent or unique event!
caregiver. Call 403-221-3682 to register your family! Wildflower Arts Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult
North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Ages: 4Y – 12Y + Adult Dec 1 Su 10:00 am-04:00 pm Free Drop-in
Oct 25 F 05:30 pm-07:30 pm $10/bag Drop-in
FREE Family Skate Night
FREE Haunting Halloween Come in out of the cold to join us for fun on the ice.
Come dressed in your favourite costume and join us Bring your skates and hockey helmet or rentals are available
for creepy crafts, ghostly games and fun ghouly activities. This free of charge on a first-come first-served basis. This event is in
event is in partnership with Aspen Hand in Hand Parent Link partnership with Aspen Hand in Hand Parent Link Centre.
Centre and Village Square Library. Village Square Leisure Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult
Village Square Leisure Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult Dec 18 W 07:00 pm-08:30 pm Free Drop-in
Oct 31 Th 04:30 pm-06:30 pm Free Drop-in
New Year’s Eve Family Event
Play, swim, jump, splash and slide into 2020. Bring the
whole family for tons of fun. Come for arts/crafts, games,
obstacle courses, and a bouncy house, and then join us in the
waterpark where there will be a DJ pumping out the tunes as
families enjoy the wave pool, slides, hot tub and safari splash.
Stay until the very end to enjoy our pool party countdown!
Southland Leisure Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult
Dec 31 Tu 06:00 pm-08:00 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
Village Square Leisure Centre Ages: All Ages + Adult
Dec 31 Tu 06:00 pm-08:00 pm Reg Adm Drop-in
8 Special Events #getmovingyycArts and Culture
Celebrate your inner artist and be creative, more often. The City of Calgary arts
centres have been offering fine and performing arts experiences to Calgarians of
all ages and abilities for more than 30 years. Whether you are an absolute beginner,
have special needs or seek to continue developing your skills, you’ll find the creative
opportunity you’re looking for at our arts centres. Visit calgary.ca/artscentres
Our Arts Centres
Visit an arts centres and meet our qualified staff. We can provide
ARTS DANCE AND PERFORMING
you with information about our programs and assist you in
making decisions about which one is suited to your abilities 0 to 6 Years
and interests.
Drama – Performing Arts Combo
North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre for Preschoolers
523 27th Ave. N.W. • 403-221-3682 • Email: NMPAC@calgary.ca Does your budding performer dance around the house acting
Facebook: facebook.com/northmountpleasantartscentre out scenes from a make‑believe story? In this lively class,
dance and drama are combined and creativity is nurtured.
Wildflower Arts Centre Children develop listening skills, body awareness and the
3363 Spruce Dr. S.W. • 403-249-3773 • Email: WFAC@calgary.ca confidence to express themselves. They’ll be acting out – but
Facebook: facebook.com/wildflowerartscentre in a good way.
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 03:45 pm‑04:45 pm 9 $87.75 36295
Drama – Stage Start for Preschoolers
This creative and lively course focuses on theatre as play.
Look for the snowflake symbol Stretch your child’s imagination through movement, action
for holiday-themed programs. songs, storytelling and other drama techniques. Parents and
caregivers are invited in to the final class.
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 01:00 pm‑02:00 pm 9 $90.00 36337
Drama – Intro for Young Performers
Using their body, voice and imagination, young performers
explore storytelling and character creation in a safe a
supportive environment. Family and caregivers are invited in
to see a short demonstration on the last day.
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 02:00 pm‑03:00 pm 9 $90.00 36340
Learn how to register at calgary.ca/register 9Arts and Culture
0 to 6 Years (continued) Preschool Dance – Fairy Tale Ball
Little dancers will move from head to toe. In this class,
Preschool Dance – Creative Dance/ preschoolers explore rhythms and musical styles that stimulate
their imaginations and ignite their natural creativity. Boys
Movement for Boys and girls will learn a variety of movement while expressing
Children explore movement and music styles that stimulate
themselves and boosting their confidence.
their imaginations and natural creative tendencies. This
class offers the basics in a number of dance forms while Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y
encouraging confident self‑expression. Oct 2‑Nov 20 W 01:55 pm‑02:40 pm 8 $60.00 37100
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 2.5Y – 3.5Y
Sep 27‑Nov 22 F 10:00 am‑10:45 am 9 $67.50 36198 Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 09:00 am‑09:45 am 8 $60.00 37305
Age: 4Y – 5Y
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 11:05 am‑11:50 am 9 $67.50 36196 Preschool Dance – Happy Feet
Age: 5Y – 6Y & Tapping Toes
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 04:15 pm‑05:15 pm 9 $90.00 36197 Children explore movement and music styles that stimulate
their imaginations and natural creativity. This class is for boys
Preschool Dance – Dance for Preschoolers and girls and offers exposure to various dance forms while
This gently structured class emphasizes exploration, encouraging confident self‑expression.
movement, creativity, and imagination in a safe and Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
encouraging atmosphere. Your child’s rhythm, physical Oct 2‑Nov 20 W 01:00 pm‑01:45 pm 8 $60.00 37099
confidence and imagination are nurtured. It’s an excellent way Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 3Y – 5Y
to prepare them for ballet and modern dance. Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 11:35 am‑12:20 pm 8 $60.00 37081
Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 3Y – 5Y
Oct 19‑Dec 14 Sa 08:50 am‑09:35 am 8 $60.00 37096 Sep 17‑Nov 12 Tu 12:00 pm‑12:45 pm 9 $67.50 37131
Southland Leisure Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Rec Ctr Age: 3Y – 5Y
Sep 28‑Dec 14 Sa 10:15 am‑11:00 am 10 $75.00 37384 Sep 21‑Nov 16 Sa 09:50 am‑10:35 am 8 $60.00 37132
Sep 30‑Dec 16 M 01:45 pm‑02:30 pm 10 $75.00 37383 Sep 22‑Nov 17 Su 09:50 am‑10:35 am 8 $60.00 37134
Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y Southland Leisure Centre Age: 3Y – 5Y
Sep 21‑Nov 30 Sa 11:20 am‑12:05 pm 10 $75.00 36189 Sep 28‑Dec 14 Sa 10:10 am‑10:55 am 10 $75.00 37387
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y Oct 1‑Dec 10 Tu 10:55 am‑11:40 am 11 $82.50 37386
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 10:15 am‑11:00 am 9 $67.50 36132
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 01:00 pm‑01:45 pm 9 $67.50 36133 Preschool Dance – Hop n’ Pop
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 10:15 am‑11:00 am 9 $67.50 36134 Come in and get down! Be ready to play, boogy, stall and
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 10:30 am‑11:15 am 9 $67.50 36135 groove. These fun beats will inspire preschoolers to explore
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 02:00 pm‑02:45 pm 9 $67.50 36136 dance, their bodies and creativity.
Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 09:15 am‑10:00 am 9 $67.50 36137 Beltline Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 5Y – 7Y
Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 01:00 pm‑01:45 pm 9 $67.50 36138 Oct 19‑Dec 7 Sa 11:30 am‑12:15 pm 7 $52.50 36073
Sep 27‑Nov 22 F 10:45 am‑11:30 am 9 $67.50 36139 Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 11:00 am‑11:45 am 9 $67.50 36140 Sep 21‑Nov 30 Sa 10:30 am‑11:15 am 10 $75.00 36034
Age: 4Y – 5Y Age: 4Y – 6Y
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 01:45 pm‑02:45 pm 9 $90.00 36149 Sep 16‑Nov 25 M 06:05 pm‑06:50 pm 9 $67.50 36035
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 09:15 am‑10:15 am 9 $90.00 36151 Southland Leisure Centre Age: 4Y – 6Y
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 01:00 pm‑02:00 pm 9 $90.00 36152 Sep 28‑Dec 14 Sa 02:00 pm‑02:45 pm 10 $75.00 37390
Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 10:50 am‑11:50 am 9 $90.00 36153 Oct 1‑Dec 10 Tu 12:40 pm‑01:25 pm 11 $82.50 37388
Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 01:45 pm‑02:45 pm 9 $90.00 36154 Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 09:00 am‑10:00 am 9 $90.00 36155 Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 10:45 am‑11:30 am 8 $60.00 37309
Age: 5Y – 6Y
Preschool Dance – Dance, Rhythm & Sound Sep 29‑Dec 1 Su 10:45 am‑11:30 am 8 $60.00 37316
Feel the beat from head to feet! Your child will explore a diverse
range of movement, dances and beats from around the world.
There’s a focus on rhythm and co‑ordination combined with an
eclectic mix of music, sound and instrumentation.
Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
Sep 29‑Dec 1 Su 09:50 am‑10:35 am 8 $60.00 37315
Age: 5Y – 6Y
Sep 29‑Dec 1 Su 11:40 am‑12:25 pm 8 $60.00 37318
10 Arts and Culture #getmovingyyc0 to 6 Years (continued) Preschool Dance – The Wee Nutcracker
An introduction to this seasonal classic. Young dancers
Preschool Dance – Pre‑Ballet explore the music and story of the Nutcracker through
In this introductory class, your little one will learn the basics creative movement.
of classical ballet, one step at a time. This class is for Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
preschool aged children who are ready for a structured Nov 26‑Dec 17 Tu 12:45 pm‑01:30 pm 4 $30.00 37148
approach to movement. Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y Dec 2‑11 M, W 10:15 am‑11:15 am 4 $40.00 36040
Oct 19‑Dec 14 Sa 10:35 am‑11:20 am 8 $60.00 37098 Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y Dec 3‑12 Tu, Th 01:15 pm‑02:15 pm 4 $40.00 36940
Sep 16‑Nov 25 M 05:10 pm‑05:55 pm 9 $67.50 37115 Dec 3‑12 Tu, Th 04:00 pm‑05:00 pm 4 $40.00 36941
Sep 21‑Dec 7 Sa 11:00 am‑11:45 am 10 $75.00 37170 Dec 4‑13 W, F 09:30 am‑10:30 am 4 $40.00 36942
Southland Leisure Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y Dec 4‑13 W, F 01:15 pm‑02:15 pm 4 $40.00 36943
Sep 28‑Dec 14 Sa 11:05 am‑11:50 am 10 $75.00 37402
Sep 29‑Dec 15 Su 11:45 am‑12:30 pm 10 $75.00 37401 Preschool Dance – Tiny Ballerinas
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y Tiny ballerinas will swirl and leap their way into this fun‑filled
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 04:00 pm‑05:00 pm 9 $90.00 36229 recreational approach to ballet. Your child will focus on
Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 01:20 pm‑02:20 pm 9 $90.00 36235 expression and musicality in a supportive environment.
Acadia Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 3Y – 5Y
Preschool Dance – Pre‑Jazz & Ballet Combo Sep 21‑Dec 7 Sa 10:00 am‑10:45 am 10 $75.00 36962
In this class, preschoolers have the chance to try both jazz and Beltline Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 4Y – 6Y
ballet. It’s a classic combo that will keep them on their toes. Oct 19‑Dec 7 Sa 09:00 am‑09:45 am 7 $52.50 36070
From the lively rhythms of jazz to the beautiful grace of ballet, Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
it’s two styles that will lead to big smiles. Oct 19‑Dec 14 Sa 09:45 am‑10:30 am 8 $60.00 37097
Southland Leisure Centre Age: 3Y – 5Y Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 4Y – 6Y
Oct 3‑Dec 12 Th 01:50 pm‑02:35 pm 11 $82.50 37393 Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 10:45 am‑11:30 am 8 $60.00 37067
Age: 4Y – 5Y Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
Sep 28‑Dec 14 Sa 12:00 pm‑12:45 pm 10 $75.00 37394 Sep 21‑Dec 7 Sa 09:10 am‑09:55 am 10 $75.00 37155
Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y Age: 3Y – 5Y
Sep 22‑Dec 1 Su 12:15 pm‑01:15 pm 10 $100.00 36225 Sep 16‑Nov 25 M 04:20 pm‑05:05 pm 9 $67.50 37121
Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y Sep 17‑Nov 12 Tu 01:00 pm‑01:45 pm 9 $67.50 37135
Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 11:40 am‑12:25 pm 8 $60.00 37312 Tiny Ballerinas – Continuing Age: 4Y – 5Y
Sep 17‑Nov 12 Tu 02:00 pm‑02:45 pm 9 $67.50 37136
Preschool Dance – Story Book Ballet Sep 21‑Dec 7 Sa 10:05 am‑10:50 am 10 $75.00 37159
This enchanting ballet class will develop your child’s Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
imagination, co-ordination, balance, rhythm and confidence. Sep 21‑Nov 30 Sa 09:35 am‑10:20 am 10 $75.00 36023
Children are guided on a magical journey through a tale Sep 22‑Dec 1 Su 10:00 am‑10:45 am 10 $75.00 36031
with thematic inspirations that helps them to retell the story Age: 3Y – 5Y
through creative movement. Sep 16‑Nov 25 M 05:15 pm‑06:00 pm 9 $67.50 36032
Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 4Y – 6Y Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Rec Ctr Age: 3Y – 5Y
Nov 27‑Dec 18 W 01:55 pm‑02:40 pm 4 $30.00 37158 Sep 21‑Nov 16 Sa 09:00 am‑09:45 am 8 $60.00 37128
Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y Sep 22‑Nov 17 Su 09:00 am‑09:45 am 8 $60.00 37130
Sep 21‑Nov 30 Sa 11:20 am‑12:05 pm 10 $75.00 36038 Southland Leisure Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
Southland Leisure Centre Age: 3Y – 5Y Sep 28‑Dec 14 Sa 09:15 am‑10:00 am 10 $75.00 37400
Sep 30‑Dec 16 M 12:55 pm‑01:40 pm 10 $75.00 37379 Sep 28‑Dec 14 Sa 11:05 am‑11:50 am 10 $75.00 37630
Oct 1‑Dec 10 Tu 11:45 am‑12:30 pm 11 $82.50 37380 Sep 29‑Dec 15 Su 10:00 am‑10:45 am 10 $75.00 36920
Oct 3‑Dec 12 Th 12:00 pm‑12:45 pm 11 $82.50 37381 Sep 30‑Dec 16 M 12:00 pm‑12:45 pm 10 $75.00 36917
Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y Oct 3‑Dec 12 Th 12:55 pm‑01:40 pm 11 $82.50 36918
Sep 21‑Nov 30 Sa 12:15 pm‑01:00 pm 10 $75.00 36210 Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
Sep 21‑Nov 30 Sa 09:30 am‑10:15 am 10 $75.00 36187
Age: 4Y – 5Y
Sep 21‑Nov 30 Sa 10:25 am‑11:10 am 10 $75.00 36188
Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 09:50 am‑10:35 am 8 $60.00 37307
Sep 29‑Dec 1 Su 09:00 am‑09:45 am 8 $60.00 37314
Learn how to register at calgary.ca/register 11Arts and Culture
0 to 6 Years (continued) 5 to 17 Years
Preschool Dance – You Can Dance Ballet Dance
Children will explore creative dance by using their imagination This class is a creative exploration of classical ballet, where
in a nurturing and supportive environment. Your child will you’ll learn basic ballet technique with a focus on body
enjoy this playful class, which incorporates storytelling, props awareness and self‑expression.
and a ton of fun. Beltline Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 7Y – 10Y
Beltline Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 3Y – 5Y Oct 19‑Dec 7 Sa 10:40 am‑11:25 am 7 $52.50 36072
Oct 19‑Dec 7 Sa 09:50 am‑10:35 am 7 $52.50 36071 Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 7Y – 10Y
Southland Leisure Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y Oct 19‑Dec 14 Sa 11:30 am‑12:30 pm 8 $80.00 37103
Sep 29‑Dec 15 Su 10:50 am‑11:35 am 10 $75.00 37403 Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y
Sep 16‑Nov 25 M 06:05 pm‑07:05 pm 9 $90.00 37129
Ballet Dance – Holiday Sampler
0 to 17 Years + Adult Nov 26‑Dec 17 Tu 01:45 pm‑02:45 pm 4 $40.00 37154
Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Rec Ctr Age: 6Y – 7Y
Dance – Big & Little Steps Together – Sep 21‑Nov 16 Sa 10:40 am‑11:40 am 8 $80.00 37137
Parent & Tot Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 6Y – 7Y
When big and little feet come together, magical things Sep 21‑Nov 30 Sa 01:10 pm‑02:10 pm 10 $100.00 36213
happen. Experience an introduction to dance with an Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y
emphasis on rhythm and creative movement. You and Sep 29‑Dec 1 Su 12:30 pm‑01:15 pm 8 $60.00 37320
your little one will move and groove together in this highly Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 6Y – 7Y
interactive class, using music, songs and movement. Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 05:00 pm‑06:00 pm 9 $90.00 36241
Acadia Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 2Y – 3Y Age: 6Y – 8Y
Sep 21‑Dec 7 Sa 09:00 am‑09:45 am 10 $75.00 36960 Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 12:15 pm‑01:15 pm 9 $90.00 36243
Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 2Y – 3Y Age: 8Y – 10Y
Sep 21‑Nov 30 Sa 09:00 am‑09:30 am 10 $50.00 36021 Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 06:00 pm‑07:00 pm 9 $90.00 36242
Sep 22‑Dec 1 Su 10:50 am‑11:20 am 10 $50.00 36022
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 2Y – 3Y
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 09:30 am‑10:15 am 9 $67.50 36126
Dance Allsorts
Experience an introduction to the basics of ballet, modern and
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 11:05 am‑11:50 am 9 $67.50 36127
jazz, all taught in a safe and creative environment. This lively
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 09:40 am‑10:25 am 9 $67.50 36128 sampler includes technique fundamentals and short dance
Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 10:00 am‑10:45 am 9 $67.50 36129 combinations for each dance genre.
Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 09:30 am‑10:15 am 9 $67.50 36131 Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 7Y – 9Y
Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 10:00 am‑10:45 am 9 $67.50 36130 Sep 22‑Dec 1 Su 01:20 pm‑02:20 pm 10 $100.00 36230
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 7Y – 10Y
Dance – Festive Tales for Two – Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 10:15 am‑11:15 am 9 $90.00 36985
Parent & Tot
Come and jingle all the way, as together you and Dance for Boys
your child share this unique holiday experience. This Get boys dancing! Dance improves co-ordination, core
introductory dance class uses music, songs and strength, flexibility and rhythm. High in energy, this class
movement with a festive twist! introduces different dance styles and music genres keeping
Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 2Y – 3Y participants interested, challenged and moving. Sorry, no
Nov 27‑Dec 18 W 01:00 pm‑01:45 pm 4 $30.00 37157 girls allowed.
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 2Y – 3Y Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y
Dec 3‑12 Tu, Th 09:30 am‑10:15 am 4 $30.00 36936 Sep 21‑Dec 7 Sa 01:15 pm‑02:15 pm 10 $100.00 37173
Dec 3‑12 Tu, Th 05:00 pm‑05:45 pm 4 $30.00 36938 Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y
Dec 4‑13 W, F 10:30 am‑11:15 am 4 $30.00 36939 Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 05:15 pm‑06:15 pm 9 $90.00 36221
Age: 3Y – 4Y
Dec 3‑12 Tu, Th 10:30 am‑11:15 am 4 $30.00 36937 Dance from Musicals
Is your child inspired by musicals? This class includes
choreography inspired by the best‑loved stage and screen
musicals. On the final day, your child will present in a short
performance for friends and family. Boys and girls welcome.
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 04:45 pm‑05:45 pm 9 $90.00 36296
12 Arts and Culture #getmovingyyc5 to 17 Years (continued) Hip‑Hop Dance – Child
Has your child always been full of energy? In this class,
Dance Fusion – Youth they’ll learn the fundamentals and basics of hip‑hop and
Get a taste of the world of dance. Be inspired, stretch practise the coolest moves. Each class includes a warm‑up,
your body and have a blast as you explore hip hop, jazz, dance sequences and creation of a dance routine. Extreme
contemporary, ballet and more. You’ll learn choreography that confidence may be a side effect.
explores all of these genres. Why learn one style when you can Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Rec Ctr Age: 8Y – 9Y
try them all? Sep 21‑Nov 16 Sa 11:50 am‑12:50 pm 8 $80.00 37120
Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 12Y – 15Y Southland Leisure Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y
Oct 8‑Nov 26 Tu 06:15 pm‑07:00 pm 8 $60.00 37327 Sep 28‑Dec 14 Sa 12:50 pm‑01:50 pm 10 $100.00 37398
Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y
Drama – Improvisation for Teens Oct 9‑Nov 27 W 04:30 pm‑05:15 pm 8 $60.00 37328
Get ready to turn off your internal editor and lose yourself Age: 9Y – 12Y
in laughter! Play the game of improv and learn a lot about Oct 9‑Nov 27 W 05:20 pm‑06:05 pm 8 $60.00 37334
yourself as you go. With small class sizes, there’s a safe and Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 7Y – 9Y
encouraging place to create original theatre on the spot. No Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 04:30 pm‑05:30 pm 9 $90.00 36298
experience required. Age: 10Y – 13Y
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 12Y – 15Y Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 05:30 pm‑06:30 pm 9 $90.00 36299
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 06:30 pm‑08:00 pm 9 $114.75 36371
Hip‑Hop Dance – Youth
Drama Intro for Young Performers Make new friends as you create your own individual dance
Using their bodies, voices and imaginations, young performers style. Learn the fundamentals and basics of hip‑hop as you
will create interesting characters, build confidence and tell move to house music, rap, dub‑step, funk, soul or pop. No
their own stories. Family and friends will be invited to see the dance experience required.
original creation performed on the last day. Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 12Y – 15Y
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y Oct 9‑Nov 27 W 06:15 pm‑07:00 pm 8 $64.00 37337
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 04:30 pm‑05:45 pm 9 $99.00 36367 Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 13Y – 16Y
Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 06:45 pm‑07:45 pm 9 $94.50 36301
Drama Introduction
What’s the best way to study drama? With a real actor! Get Modern Contemporary Dance
a feel for the basics of improv, storytelling, characterization Enjoy the exuberance of modern dance! Basics of this dance
and vocal techniques, all while developing your ideas and form are taught with emphasis on technique, body awareness
self‑expression. Family and friends are invited to the last class . and self‑expression in a creative and supportive environment.
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 8Y – 10Y A short presentation may be performed in the final class.
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 05:45 pm‑07:15 pm 9 $114.75 36368 Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y
Age: 9Y – 12Y Oct 8‑Nov 26 Tu 04:30 pm‑05:15 pm 8 $60.00 37324
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 04:45 pm‑06:15 pm 9 $114.75 36369 Age: 9Y – 12Y
Oct 8‑Nov 26 Tu 05:20 pm‑06:05 pm 8 $60.00 37325
Hip‑Hop & Breakdance Combo Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 7Y – 10Y
Join the crew in this fun, high‑energy introductory dance Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 02:25 pm‑03:25 pm 9 $90.00 36306
class. Your child will learn the foundations of both styles, Age: 10Y – 13Y
including popping, locking, free style and breaking. Join this Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 03:30 pm‑04:30 pm 9 $90.00 36307
high energy class filled with unique hip‑hop and breakdance
moves. Come on out and learn the foundations of these Tap Dance – Child
popular forms of dance. This recreational tap class will develop rhythm, co-ordination,
Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 8Y – 10Y balance and general fitness. Little tappers will be introduced
Sep 21‑Dec 7 Sa 12:05 pm‑01:05 pm 10 $100.00 37171 to music awareness, rhythm movement, various tap steps and
tap techniques. Step, stamp and stomp your way to a tappin’
Hip‑Hop & Jazz Combo good time!
Two upbeat dance styles in one amazing class. Children will Village Square Leisure Centre Age: 6Y – 8Y
improve their musicality and co-ordination as they learn Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 12:30 pm‑01:15 pm 8 $60.00 37313
dance sequences from both hip‑hop and jazz. They’ll move to
the rhythms of music while learning about the roots of these
evolving dance styles.
Beltline Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 8Y – 11Y
Oct 19‑Dec 7 Sa 12:45 pm‑01:30 pm 7 $52.50 36074
Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 8Y – 10Y
Sep 22‑Dec 1 Su 02:30 pm‑03:30 pm 10 $100.00 36234
Learn how to register at calgary.ca/register 13Arts and Culture
18 Years and Over Dance Fusion
Get a taste of the world of dance. Be inspired, stretch
Ballet Dance For Big Feet – Basics your body and have a blast as you explore hip hop, jazz,
In this class, you’ll learn ballet fundamentals, improve your contemporary, ballet and more. Why learn one choreography
fitness level, have some fun and explore a new artistic side from one style when you can try them all?
of yourself. No experience necessary, just feet that are ready Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up
to move. Sep 27‑Nov 22 F 01:00 pm‑02:00 pm 9 $94.50 36334
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 11:15 am‑12:30 pm 9 $117.00 36988
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 07:15 pm‑08:30 pm 9 $117.00 36329
Drama – Improvisation for Adults
Belly Dance – Basics Learn to create amazing, unplanned theatre, right in the
Ready to get the hips moving? In this class you’ll discover moment. Small class sizes offer a safe and playful place to dare
your sense of rhythm, increase your flexibility and improve each other in a game of wits. No experience required – just an
your co-ordination in an all female class. Instructors offer new open and imaginative mind.
insight into this intriguing dance form, so it’s a good idea to Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up
try the basic class twice. No experience required. Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 07:30 pm‑09:30 pm 9 $159.75 36974
Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 18Y and Up
Sep 25‑Nov 27 W 07:10 pm‑08:10 pm 10 $105.00 36237 Hip‑Hop Dance – Adult
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up This urban style of dance will leave you feeling energized.
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 06:15 pm‑07:30 pm 9 $117.00 36323 Learn the fundamentals of hip hop as you move to house
music, rap, dub step, funk, soul or pop. Each instructor guides
Belly Dance – Beyond Basics the class differently and teaches their own style, so you’ll never
Ready for more belly dancing? Transition from basic steps get bored!
to continuous dancing, exploring music, interpretation and Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up
intermediate steps. Come back for the next session to learn Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 07:45 pm‑08:45 pm 9 $94.50 36333
more, as instructors offer their own style, choreography and
talent. The prerequisite is a minimum of two sessions of Belly Line Dance – Beginner Level 1
Dance Basics or equivalent. Designed for the beginner, routines contain short sequences
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up of steps and easy to follow travelling steps. With a slower pace
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 07:30 pm‑08:45 pm 9 $117.00 36327 of teaching it will ease you into this dance style. No previous
dance experience or partner required. All types of music used;
Belly Dance – Sampler come join the fun!
This class introduces women to the sensuous world of belly Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 13Y and Up
dancing. Shake and shimmy as you discover new muscles, Oct 2‑Nov 20 W 06:00 pm‑07:00 pm 8 $84.00 37061
new movements and a whole new experience. Enjoy an Nov 27‑Dec 18 W 06:00 pm‑07:00 pm 4 $42.00 37079
introduction to belly dancing, then move on to a full course of Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Rec Ctr Age: 13Y and Up
Belly Dance Basics. Sep 19‑Nov 21 Th 02:45 pm‑03:45 pm 10 $105.00 37139
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 13Y and Up
Sep 24 Tu 01:00 pm‑03:00 pm 1 $21.00 36328 Sep 28‑Nov 23 Sa 02:30 pm‑03:30 pm 8 $84.00 36250
Conditioning for Dance Line Dance – Improver Level 2
Use dance‑inspired exercises and techniques to increase joint Comfortable with the beginner level and ready to keep
mobility, balance, strength and flexibility. Variations on pilates, improving? This is your class! Routines review steps taught
ballet floor barre and yoga may be explored, along with in the previous level with the introduction of additional step
traditional dance conditioning methods. Suitable for all levels. patterns using various rhythms and tempos. Previous line
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up dance experience required as this class offers a faster pace
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 05:45 pm‑06:45 pm 9 $94.50 36331 of teaching.
Sep 27‑Nov 22 F 02:15 pm‑03:15 pm 9 $94.50 36336 Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 13Y and Up
Oct 2‑Nov 20 W 07:05 pm‑08:05 pm 8 $84.00 37078
Dance from Musicals – Adult Nov 27‑Dec 18 W 07:05 pm‑08:05 pm 4 $42.00 37080
Dance to hit songs from best‑loved stage and screen musicals Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 13Y and Up
that include choreography inspired by popular Broadway Sep 17‑Oct 22 Tu 03:10 pm‑04:10 pm 6 $63.00 36538
shows. Each week, you’ll discover new dance sequences as Nov 5‑Dec 10 Tu 03:10 pm‑04:10 pm 6 $63.00 36539
you journey through this spectacular class. No dance
experience required. Modern Contemporary Dance – Adult
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up This contemporary dance form is about expression,
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 06:45 pm‑08:00 pm 9 $117.00 36332 exploration and movement invention. Dancers are
introduced to the fundamentals of modern dance, using
ballet as a technical base, with emphasis on self‑expression,
co-ordination and strength. No experience required.
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 18Y and Up
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 08:30 pm‑09:30 pm 9 $94.50 36330
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ARTS VISUAL
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance
Turn heads on the dance floor as you step your way to 0 to 6 Years
partner dances that are enjoyed around the world. Learn the
fundamentals while gaining skills and confidence as a dancer.
No partner is required.
Animals in Clay
Acadia Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 18Y and Up Children love animals, especially ones they create themselves.
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Cha Cha Your child will explore the details of some of their favorite
Sep 17‑Oct 15 Tu 07:20 pm‑08:20 pm 5 $52.50 36952 animals; from claws and jaws to feathers and fur. While using
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Cha Cha Continuing their wild imagination, they’ll learn building skills including
Oct 22‑Nov 26 Tu 07:20 pm‑08:20 pm 6 $63.00 36954 coil, slab and pinch. It’s a wild time.
Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre Age: 18Y and Up North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Jive Sep 20‑Nov 22 F 04:30 pm‑05:30 pm 9 $99.00 36300
Oct 1‑29 Tu 06:30 pm‑07:30 pm 5 $52.50 37152 Sep 21‑Nov 23 Sa 02:30 pm‑03:30 pm 9 $99.00 36350
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Rumba Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y
Nov 5‑Dec 3 Tu 06:30 pm‑07:30 pm 5 $52.50 37153 Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 03:45 pm‑04:45 pm 9 $99.00 36341
Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 18Y and Up
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – East Coast Swing Preschool – Anatomy for Young Artists
Oct 29‑Nov 26 Tu 07:10 pm‑08:10 pm 5 $52.50 37140 We take inspirations from the world of nature and science in
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Foxtrot this exploration of clay, collage, drawing, painting and more.
Sep 17‑Oct 15 Tu 08:20 pm‑09:20 pm 5 $52.50 37141 Bones or feathers, snowflakes or your brain, curious little ones
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Waltz create art to express the wonder of it all.
Oct 29‑Nov 26 Tu 08:20 pm‑09:20 pm 5 $52.50 37142 North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
Renfrew Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 18Y and Up
Sep 19‑Nov 14 Th 01:30 pm‑02:30 pm 9 $94.50 36263
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – East Coast Swing
Oct 17‑Nov 21 Th 07:15 pm‑08:15 pm 6 $63.00 36045 Sep 22‑Nov 24 Su 03:30 pm‑04:30 pm 9 $94.50 36364
Southland Leisure Centre Age: 18Y and Up Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Cha Cha Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 09:30 am‑10:30 am 9 $94.50 36592
Oct 2‑Nov 6 W 05:45 pm‑06:45 pm 6 $63.00 37410 Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 10:45 am‑11:45 am 9 $94.50 36593
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Cha Cha Continuing Sep 27‑Nov 22 F 01:00 pm‑02:00 pm 9 $94.50 36594
Nov 13‑Dec 18 W 05:45 pm‑06:45 pm 6 $63.00 37411 Age: 5Y – 6Y
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – West Coast Swing Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 03:45 pm‑04:45 pm 9 $94.50 36661
Oct 2‑Nov 6 W 08:00 pm‑09:00 pm 6 $63.00 37408
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Preschool – Art and the
West Coast Swing Continuing
Nov 13‑Dec 18 W 08:00 pm‑09:00 pm 6 $63.00 37409
Christmas Story
Thornhill Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 18Y and Up Explore colour, texture and shape while developing
Partners Dance – Ballroom Dance – Jive creative skills and imagination. Preschoolers hear and see
Sep 25‑Nov 13 W 08:30 pm‑09:30 pm 8 $84.00 36603 a different Christmas story each class and then make an
inventive art project inspired by aspects of the book.
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y
Partners Dance – Latin Dance Dec 6‑13 F 09:30 am‑10:30 am 2 $23.00 36663
Social, sensual and a little bit sexy, you’ll love every minute
of this class. With no partner required, Latin dance will Dec 7‑14 Sa 09:30 am‑10:30 am 2 $23.00 36668
seduce you with playful movements, flavourful music and Age: 4Y – 5Y
exotic styles. Dec 6‑13 F 11:00 am‑12:15 pm 2 $28.50 36665
Killarney Aquatic & Recreation Centre Age: 18Y and Up Dec 7‑14 Sa 11:00 am‑12:15 pm 2 $28.50 36667
Partners Dance – Latin Dance – Argentine Tango
Sep 17‑Oct 15 Tu 07:10 pm‑08:10 pm 5 $52.50 37138
Partners Dance – Latin Dance – Salsa
Sep 19‑Oct 17 Th 07:20 pm‑08:20 pm 5 $52.50 37143
Partners Dance – Latin Dance – Salsa Continuing
Oct 31‑Nov 28 Th 07:20 pm‑08:20 pm 5 $52.50 37144
Southland Leisure Centre Age: 18Y and Up
Partners Dance – Latin Dance – Salsa
Oct 2‑Nov 6 W 06:50 pm‑07:50 pm 6 $63.00 37412
Partners Dance – Latin Dance – Salsa Continuing
Nov 13‑Dec 18 W 06:50 pm‑07:50 pm 6 $63.00 37405
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0 to 6 Years (continued) Preschool Art
Creative and fun for preschoolers, children will explore
Preschool – Art and the Story two‑ and three‑dimensional art while developing basic skills
It starts with a story and ends with inspired artwork. and vivid imaginations. From painting and collage to clay
Preschoolers hear and see a different story each week, then modelling, young artists will work on projects that encourage
create an artwork inspired by that story. They’ll learn about their personality to shine.
colour, texture and shape in two- and three‑dimensional art North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
while developing artistic skills and using their imaginations. Sep 16‑Nov 25 M 02:30 pm‑03:30 pm 9 $94.50 36203
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y Sep 21‑Nov 23 Sa 11:30 am‑12:30 pm 9 $94.50 36303
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 01:00 pm‑02:00 pm 9 $94.50 36595 Sep 22‑Nov 24 Su 10:00 am‑11:00 am 9 $94.50 36365
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 11:00 am‑12:00 pm 9 $94.50 36596 Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
Age: 4Y – 5Y Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 02:15 pm‑03:15 pm 9 $94.50 36652
Sep 25‑Nov 20 W 09:30 am‑10:45 am 9 $117.00 37322 Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 10:45 am‑11:45 am 9 $94.50 36656
Sep 27‑Nov 22 F 10:45 am‑12:00 pm 9 $117.00 36597 Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 09:30 am‑10:30 am 9 $94.50 36662
Preschool – Art Start 0 to 17 Years + Adult
Introduce your child to the fun of creative self‑expression.
Designed for preschoolers who are ready for an independent Christmas Combo
class, this program explores everything from painting and Create memories and experience some artistic time
collage to three‑dimensional art. It’s a great opportunity to with your child this Christmas season. The two of
start your young artist on their artistic adventure! you will explore a variety of festive visual art materials and
North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y techniques together. (Nanny, grandparent or caregiver may
Sep 17‑Nov 12 Tu 12:30 pm‑01:30 pm 9 $94.50 36236 register instead of parent.)
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 3Y – 4Y Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 7Y
Sep 26‑Nov 21 Th 09:30 am‑10:30 am 9 $94.50 36669 Dec 7‑14 Sa 01:15 pm‑03:15 pm 2 $60.00 36680
Sep 27‑Nov 22 F 09:30 am‑10:30 am 9 $94.50 36671
Classic Christmas
Preschool – Clay Discovery Relax as a family and make unique gifts and Christmas
Let your preschooler’s imagination run wild creating mythical decorations together. These keepsakes can be
monsters and other captivating projects. In this class, they’ll enjoyed for years to come. Designed for younger children,
learn basic clay skills including pinch, coil, slab and hollow accompanied by an adult, you will both make projects.
building. It’s the perfect class for young creative minds. North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 9Y
Six‑year‑olds that are not yet in grade one are welcome to join. Dec 7‑14 Sa 01:00 pm‑04:00 pm 2 $81.00 36782
North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y Dec 8‑15 Su 09:30 am‑12:30 pm 2 $81.00 36844
Sep 17‑Nov 12 Tu 02:00 pm‑03:00 pm 9 $99.00 36254 Dec 8‑15 Su 01:00 pm‑04:00 pm 2 $81.00 36846
Sep 21‑Nov 23 Sa 09:45 am‑10:45 am 9 $99.00 36325 Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 6Y – 9Y
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y Dec 7‑14 Sa 01:00 pm‑04:00 pm 2 $81.00 36678
Sep 23‑Dec 2 M 02:15 pm‑03:15 pm 9 $99.00 36312
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 01:00 pm‑02:00 pm 9 $99.00 36314
Clay For Two
Experience the fun and excitement of clay with your little one.
Preschool – Drawing & Painting Dig into the creative process together, learn basic clay working
Your preschooler will get to explore two exciting art skills while encouraging imagination and self‑expression. Fuel
fundamentals – drawing and painting. Children will develop your child’s imagination and tap into your well of creativity.
their skills and imagination, while experiencing a wide range North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Age: 3Y – 5Y
of artist’s materials like tempera, watercolour, pastel, wax resist Sep 21‑Nov 23 Sa 11:00 am‑12:00 pm 9 $114.75 36326
and more. Sep 22‑Nov 24 Su 01:30 pm‑02:30 pm 9 $114.75 36611
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 5Y – 6Y Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 3Y – 5Y
Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 03:45 pm‑04:45 pm 9 $94.50 36598 Sep 24‑Nov 19 Tu 09:15 am‑10:15 am 9 $114.75 36344
Sep 27‑Nov 22 F 02:15 pm‑03:15 pm 9 $94.50 36599 Sep 28‑Nov 30 Sa 09:00 am‑10:00 am 9 $114.75 36345
Preschool – Wee Holiday Wishes
Seasonal fun for preschoolers. Celebrate this
wonderful time of year by creating festive two‑ and
three‑dimensional art projects.
North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
Dec 3‑12 Tu, Th 01:30 pm‑02:30 pm 4 $46.00 36763
Wildflower Arts Centre Age: 4Y – 5Y
Dec 3‑12 Tu, Th 01:00 pm‑02:00 pm 4 $46.00 36638
Dec 4‑16 M, W 10:00 am‑11:00 am 4 $46.00 36621
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