2022/23 Class Schedule

Pro Arte is pleased to announce its 2022-23 dance schedule.

Pro Arte Centre is pleased to expand its programs with an exciting new line-up of classes.  Starting with our Pro Artistico Program – students will not only have an excellent foundation of technical training but added this year is a commitment to providing whole training that includes preparation for commercial work.

Vancouver is “Hollywood North” and many opportunities exist for dancers who are able to be the “triple threat.”  This year’s schedule includes all of the elements that will prepare young men and women for a gamut of dance/acting/theatre/commercial experiences.

However — Pro Arte is excited to offer programs for ALL students who wish to explore their passion for dance.  Did you want to connect with us?  We’d love to share with you how you can find a dance home at Pro Arte that is centred on your needs, dreams and love of dance.

Please check out our classes and programs below — then contact us at info@proarte.ca for more information.

Schedule 2022-2023

Classes Begin: Monday, September 12th!

Programs for Our Youngest Dancers!

Start Strong … Learn to Love Dance!  Improve coordination, develop social skills, make friends — and have FUN!!

Future Stars (Morning) Programs 

Monday:

10:00-10:45            Future Stars Ballet

10:45-11:45            Future Stars Acro

Wednesday:

10:00-10:45            Future Stars Ballet

10:45-11:45            Future Stars Acro

Saturday:

12:00-1:00          Future Stars Ballet

Depending on the class – A festival performance group for Future Stars may be formed – parents to be consulted on this – would follow Saturday’s Ballet Class.

Please note that students do not have to be registered for all days and classes.  Classes can be taken independently of each other.

Future Stars (Afterschool) Program 

Monday:

4:00-4:45            Future Stars Ballet

4:45-5:45            Future Stars Acro

Wednesday:

3:45-4:30            Future Stars Musical Theatre

Saturday:

12:00-1:00          Future Stars Ballet

Depending on the class – A festival performance group for Future Stars may be formed – parents to be consulted on this – would follow Saturday’s Ballet Class.

Please note that students do not have to be registered for all days and classes.  Classes can be taken independently of each other.

Programs for Dancers with Experience

Explore the variety of styles of dance.  Interested in developing a particular style? — Acro, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Tap, Hip Hop, Ballet — we have something for everyone!   Learn – grow – make friends – have fun!

Pre-Intermediate (Afterschool) Program

Core Classes (4 Hours)**

Tuesday:

3:45-4:45            Pre-Intermediate Ballet

4:45-5:45            Pre-Intermediate Contemporary

5:45-6:45            Tap (experience required)

Thursday:

3:45-4:45            Pre-Intermediate Jazz/Lyrical

4:45-5:45            Pre-Intermediate Acro

Friday:

3:45-4:45            Pre-Intermediate Hip Hop

Saturday:

ISTD Grade Exam Classes (Time depends on placement)

**Festival Choreography blocks for Ballet/Jazz/Contemporary and Lyrical are held on Saturday afternoons.  Placement by Audition.

Please note that classes can be taken independently from each other.

Intermediate (Afterschool) Program 

Core Classes (11.5 Hours)**

Monday (2.25 Hours):

4:45-5:45            Neo-Contemp Tech & Choreo

5:45-7:00            Intermediate Ballet

Tuesday (2 Hours):

4:45-6:15            Ballet with Pointe & Virtuosity

6:15-6:45            Dance Conditioning

Wednesday (2.5 Hours):

3:45-4:30            Choreo* Placement required

4:30-5:45            Intermediate Ballet

5:45-7:00            Contemporary Technique

Thursday (2.25 Hours):

3:45-4:30            Choreo* Placement required

4:30-6:00            Ballet with Pointe & Virtuosity

Friday (2.5 Hours):

3:45-4:45            Cross-Training (Gym)

4:45-6:00            Intermediate Ballet

Saturday:

ISTD Exam Classes (Time depends on placement)

Please note that classes can be taken independently from each other.

Want a Rich Dance Experience?

Are you a dancer with a desire to do something more … experience the excitement of being a part of a dance community that seeks to perform and entertain?  Equip yourself with the variety of styles of dance.  Be a part of Pro Arte — where your dreams can be made!

Pro Artistico (Half-Day)

Core Classes (16 Hours)

Monday (4 Hours)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Pre-Pointe/Pointe

3:45-4:45            Advanced Acro

4:45-5:45            Neo-Contemporary Technique/Choreo

Tuesday (3 Hours)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Dance Conditioning

3:45-4:45            Commercial Choreography

Wednesday (3 hours)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Pre-Pointe/Pointe

3:45-4:45            Choreo

Thursday (3 Hours)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Dance Conditioning

3:45-4:45            Ballet/Repertoire Choreo

Friday (3 Hours)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Pointe-Pre-Pointe

3:45-4:45            Cross-Training (Gym)

Additional Electives :

Monday :

7 :00-8 :00          Acro Tricks and Choreo

Tuesday :

5 :45-6 :45          Tap (experience required)

6 :45-7 :45          Intermediate Hip Hop Technique

Wednesday :

4 :45-6 :00          Acting & Script Work

7 :15-8 :15          Broadway Musical Theatre Choreography

Thursday:

6 :45-7 :45          Commercial Acro Choreography

7 :45-8 :45          Tumbling & Tricks

Saturday:

ISTD Exam Classes (Time depends on placement)

Commercial Half-DayProgram 

Core Classes (16 Hours)**

Monday (4 Hours)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Dance Conditioning

3:45-4:45            Advanced Acro

4:45-5:45            Neo-Contemporary Technique/Choreo

Tuesday (3 Hours*)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Strength & Flexibility

3:45-4:45            Commercial Choreography

4:45-5:45*          Tap Choreo and Rhythms (previous tap experience required -by placement)

Wednesday (3 hours*)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Dance Conditioning

3:45-4:45*          Choreo (placement required)

4:45-5:45            Acting/Script Work

Thursday (2 Hours*)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Strength & Conditioning

3:45-4:45*          Choreo (placement required)

Friday (3 Hours*)

1:30-3:00            Technique Class

3:00-3:30            Pointe-Pre-Pointe

3:45-4:45            Cross-Training (Gym)

4:45-7:15*          Sovereign Apprentice (14+)

**Electives must include a minimum of 2 ballet classes.

Additional Electives :

Monday :

7 :00-8 :00          Acro Tricks and Choreo

Tuesday :

5 :45-6 :45          Tap (experience required)

6 :45-7 :45          Intermediate Hip Hop Technique

Wednesday :

4 :45-6 :00          Acting & Script Work

7 :15-8 :15          Broadway/MT Choreography

Thursday:

6 :45-7 :45          Commercial Acro Choreography

7 :45-8 :45          Tumbling & Tricks

*Choreography classes by placement.  Groups include (Solos available in all disciplines):

Ballet

Contemporary

Jazz

Lyrical

Musical Theatre

Acro

Commercial Acro

Tap

Repertoire

** Additional electives available on Schedule.

Additional Choreography available:

Monday:            6:45-7:45 (Acro) must be taking 2 Acro classes

Wednesday:      7:00-8:00 (Musical Theatre) must be taking Musical Theatre and 2 Technique classes

Thursday:           6:45-7:45 (Commercial Acro) must be taking 2 Acro classes and Hip Hop.

(NOTE – adult fitness/yoga classes are available within many of the time slots of Pro Arte programs.)