Tel :: 604-391-0909
Email :: creativeoutlet@shaw.ca
Address :: 45680 Hocking Ave unit 102 rear, Chilliwack, BC V2P 1B3
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Registration for fall programs is online –> click here
View the full fall schedule in pdf here (updated Aug 21) –> Click here to view the fall 2024 schedule in pdf format
Recreational classes for 5yrs-18yrs, Preschool & 6 week Dance programs (updated as of Aug 21) –> 2024-2025 recreational dance at CO (1)
Looking for fees and uniform? Click here –> fees & uniform
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Fall 2024 Musical Theatre
We are now ready to begin casting for our fall session of Musical Theatre! We have two programs for fall 2024 and registration is open online for both.
Junior Musical Theatre 6-8yrs
Are you born to perform? Cast members 6-8yrs will explore singing, dancing and acting with Miss Lex 3.30-4.30pm Tuesdays Sept 17-Nov 5 with a performance Sat Nov 9. Fee for the program is $130 and includes all classes, costumes, props.
Senior Musical Theatre 9-14yrs
Are you ready for the red carpet? A Broadway star in the making? Cast members ages 8-14yrs will train in dance, acting and singing. Rehearsals are with Miss Lex 4.30-5.30pm Tuesdays Sept 17 to Nov 5 with a performance on Saturday Nov 9. Fee for the program is $130 and includes all classes, costumes, props.
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FAQs!
HOW MUCH DOES DANCE COST? Our fees vary depending on the program. 6 week dance classes are $65 and 10month dance classes start at $36 per month for a 30min class each week, $45 per month for a 45min weekly class, $53 per month for a 1hr weekly class, etc. GST is included in these fees. For more info please see the fee chart on the ‘registration’ tab above.
IS THERE A DRESS CODE? Yes. In order to get the most from their classes by allowing the teachers to properly view and correct their posture and alignment, and to aide in the participants safety while being physically active in the class, there is a dress code. For specifics for each class visit the ‘registration’ tab above. We do sell bodysuits, shorts, tights and ballet slippers at the studio.
WHEN IS THE DEADLINE? Its really best to begin at the beginning, but if you need a little more time to get school schedules settled first, providing there is room in the class we will accept new registration for 10month programs into January. 6 week sessions are ongoing throughout the season.
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ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL IS HERE –> REGISTER ONLINE HERE
STUDIO HOURS Sept 7 – June 15
Mon-Thurs 3.00-8.00pm, Fri 3.00-6.00pm, Sat 9-12noon
Mon-Thurs 3.00-8.00pm, Fri 3.00-6.00pm, Sat 9-12noon
Email creativeoutlet@shaw.ca anytime!
2024-25 Dates to note
FIRST DAY OF CLASSES – Sat Sept 7
TRUTH & RECONCILIATION DAY – open Sat Sept 28 & Mon Sept 30
THANKSGIVING – closed Sat Oct 12, Sun Oct 13 and Mon Oct 14
DRESS UP WEEK – Oct 24 to Oct 30
HALLOWEEN – closed Oct 31
REMEMBRANCE DAY – open Mon Nov 11
FAMILY VIEWING WEEK – Nov 11-15 (recreational, tech & RAD classes)
CO NUTCRACKER – Dec 6-7
WINTER BREAK – last day Fri Dec 20 first day back Sat Jan 4
2024 COMPETITIVE PREVIEW REHEARSAL – Jan 30-31
2024 COMPETITIVE PREVIEW SHOW – Apr 7-8
FAMILY DAY – closed Sat Feb 15 and Mon Feb 17
FAMILY VIEWING WEEK – Mar 10 to 15 (recreational, tech & RAD classes)
SPRING BREAK – last day Sat Mar 15, first day back Mon Mar 31
EASTER WEEKEND – Closed Fri Apr 18, Sat Apr 19, Open Easter Monday April 21
2025 DEMI COMPETITIVE PREVIEW REHEARSAL
2025 COMPETITIVE PREVIEW SHOW
VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND – closed Sat May 17 to to Mon May 19
2025 SHOWCASE – June
2025 FOOTSTEPS DRESS REHEARSAL – June
2025 FOOTSTEPS RECITAL – June
2025 LITTLE STEPS DRESS REHEARSAL – June
2025 LITTLE STEPS RECITAL – June
2025 photo days – June
ACRO EXAMS – June
BALLET EXAMS – June
Last day of classes for 2024-25 season is Friday June 14
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Use the contact form to email creativeoutlet@shaw.ca and we’ll help you find the perfect way to channel their energy into something creative!
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2024-25 AUDITIONS
If you are interested in learning more about CO’s demi or full competitive programs for the 2024/25 season please email the office and we can get you all the information and help in setting up an audition.
There is no audition required for those wanting to take any recreational (once per week) dance class at CO. The competitive dance team program is an optional program that requires audition. Its for those dancers who have some dance and stage performance experience, and are ready to take the next step into more focused training with structured classes.
If you are unsure if you want the Demi-comp or Competitive options, we suggest you audition for them both and see where you are placed.
Both Demi-comp and Competitive programs have equal expectations for dancers to demonstrate a high level of commitment to their training and to uphold a strong dedication to their teams with good attendance and participation in all classes, good sportsmanship, respect, work ethic and teamwork.
Dress code all black, tight fitting athletic clothing, barefeet/turners. Hair must be back and tidy off face. Hip hop wear comfortable clothing and runners. Hair back off face.
Mini-development program
Dancers 5yrs by December 31, 2024 who are excited to attend dance class each week and learn new steps, have great attendance and great listening skills, and truly loved their time on stage at recital might be interested in the challenge that CO’s mini dancer development program offers.
Once accepted to the program dancers train in proper jazz technique, ballet with the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, acro through the Acrobatic Arts syllabus. Dancers have the option to do exams in ballet and acro.
Using correct terminology and progressions, dancers develop their dance skills, artistry, musicality, strength and flexibility. They have the opportunity to work as part of a team, build great friendships and a lifelong love for dance!
The program runs September to June. It includes 2 stage recitals (Feb and June) and 2 competitions during the season. Program fees are the same for recreational classes or for this development program. And the overall intent is still the same too… to create a safe and fun atmosphere for our dancers!
Demi-competitive
Groups will attend 2-3 competitions (March to May) and have 2 stage performances (February and June). Depending on registration, we plan to have jazz, stage, tap, lyrical, acro and hip hop in different ages. For jazz, lyrical, acro and stage a separate jazz tech class is required. Ballet is highly recommended, but not required for demi-comp groups. Hip hop tech is recommended, but not required. Tech classes do not perform/compete.
Dancers can overlap between demi-comp and competitive groups. For example, a dancer may do competitive hip hop and take demi-competitive jazz, or vice versa.
Auditions are combined for jazz/lyrical/stage but these will be separate groups and if placed on the Demi-Comp team dancers can choose to do one or all.
Competitive
Groups may attend up to 8 competitions (March to May) and have 2 stage performances (February and June). Competitive groups have more pre-requisite classes;
Acro – must take minimum 1hr ballet + jazz tech + acro tech
Tap – must take tap tech
Hip Hop – must take hip hop tech
Stage – must take minimum 1hr ballet + jazz tech
Jazz – must take minimum 1hr ballet + jazz tech (mini/jr must take acro tech)
Ballet/Pointe – must take minimum 2hrs RAD ballet & pointe tech
Contemporary – must take minimum 1hr ballet + jazz tech + contemporary tech
Dancers can overlap between demi-comp and competitive groups. For example, a dancer may do competitive hip hop and take demi-competitive jazz, or vice versa.