2010 Winter/Spring Class and Program Guide
Written by Calgary's Child   

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The Source for Information about Extracurricular Class & Program Choices for Children.

EDUCATION, TUTORING & LANGUAGES

 


BEACON LITERACY INC.
#50, 1331 - 44 Avenue NE
Phone: 403-283-3278
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Website: www.literacycanada.com
Are you tired of the daily fight with your child over homework? Do you know that 80 per cent of kids diagnosed with a learning difficulty don't have a problem learning, they have a problem reading. Call today to book a free, no obligation reading assessment. Beacon Literacy, Canada's #1 reading specialists!

 

BRILLIANT BEGINNINGS EDUCATIONAL CENTRE
207A, 19 Street NW
Phone: 403-283-KIDS (5437)
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Website: www.brilliantbeginnings.ca
Brilliant Beginnings is Calgary’s one-stop educational centre for parents, infants, and toddlers (up to four years)! Brilliant Beginnings offers a variety of parented programs that consist of fun and interactive activities to promote language & literacy, thinking skills, self-control, self-confidence & motor skills. Brilliant Beginnings also offers infant massage, baby Signing classes, parenting support, parent workshops (sleep, positive discipline, etc.) and services for children with special needs.

 

CHINOOK LEARNING SERVICES
2519 Richmond Road SE
Contact: 
Phone: 403-777-7224
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Website: chinooklearningservices.com
We offer hundreds of Adult and Child, Youth and Family courses at convenient locations across Calgary. Classes are reasonably priced and close to home. Our instructors are experienced and our learning environments are friendly and relaxed. Take a course for personal interest, professional development or just for the fun of it.

 

CLUB Z! IN-HOME TUTORING SERVICES
Site 26, Box 4, RR 7
Phone: 403-301-0169
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Website: www.clubztutoring.com/calgary
Want your child to have straight A’s? Club Z! is the World’s largest in-home tutoring company. We offer one-on-one tutoring in your home. Students are matched with Certified Teachers and Degreed Professionals who follow your child’s school curriculum. All subjects. Free consultation. 403-301-0169, clubztutoring.com/Calgary.

 

KUMON CANADA
Phone: 1-800-ABC-MATH
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Website: www.kumon.com
Kumon provides afterschool Math & Reading education for students of all ages and abilities. Year-round enrollment and individualized, self-paced progress allow students to catch up to, then surpass their peers while making Math & Reading easy and enjoyable. There are currently 19 Kumon centres in and around Calgary.

LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA - CALGARY CHAPTER
Suite 340, 1202 Centre Street SE
Contact: 
Phone: (403)283-6606
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Website: ldaa.net
The LDAA-CC is dedicated to advancing the education, social development, legal rights and general well-being of people with learning disabilities and AD/HD. Children and teen programs include summer camps and year-round social skills programs, which focus on building communication skills, problem-solving skills and friendship skills. The LDAA-CC also offers parent and educator workshops, an adult support group, a resource library, an information service and much more.


MAD SCIENCE OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA
Bay 30, 4816 - 35B Street SE
Contact: Shannon Lirenman
Phone: 403-263-4140
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Website: www.madscience.org/calgary
In operation since 1996, we provide Calgary and the surrounding areas with educational hands-on workshops, 8-week science clubs, summer camps, birthday parties and corporate events. New programs are developed each year. Visit our website to see what we are currently offering. Children and parents agree - Mad Science is cool!

 

MASTERMIND COGNITIVE TRAINING
Phone: 403-243-9533
Website: www.mastermindtraining.ca
At Mastermind, we enhance the underlying cognitive skills that lead to more proficient learning with three unique, dynamic and powerful programs that offer new hope to families. Developed by a leading team of psychologists, the effectiveness of these one-on-one programs is indisputable as they have been used in over 2000 schools, universities, hospitals and clinics to help with such skills as attention and focus, logic and reasoning, comprehension, language processing, auditory analysis (fundamental to reading and spelling), visual processing and memory. Call today to book your free assessment.

 

READ/WRITE
745 - 37 Street NW
Contact: Gloria Robertson & Violet Costello
Phone: 403-270-9400, Ext. 108
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Website: www.foothillsacademy.org
We offer intensive one-on-one remedial instruction in Phonemic Awareness, Reading, Writing, Spelling, Comprehension, Chisanbop Math, Curriculum Math, Study Skills. Academic Assessment also available. R/W is a part of Estelle Siebens Community Services at Foothills Academy and the Public is welcome. Weekdays plus Saturday instruction. Also, Programs during regular school holidays - Spring, Summer and December.



THE READING FOUNDATION
#401, 320 - 23 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-244-9527
Website: www.readingfoundation.com
The Reading Foundation is a private clinic located in Calgary that offers unique remedial programs for reading, spelling, comprehension and math. We have helped thousands of clients of all ages to build their reading and math skills, their confidence and self-esteem. The Reading Foundation is highly successful, with a proven track record. Call for more information or to book an assessment.

 

ROCKY POINT ACADEMY
Phone: 403-685-0067 or Toll Free: 866-685-0067
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Website: www.rockypointacademy.com
Many adults and children with high levels of intelligence, curiosity, creativity and innovation struggle with reading, writing, math or attention disorders. Our mission is to use the positive gift these individuals have to remove the obstacles which prevent the natural learning process from occurring. Rocky Point Academy is a unique educational therapy program dedicated to those struggling with learning. Attain the skills, confidence, and motivation needed to achieve your goals.

 

SOUTHERN ALBERTA - HERITAGE LANGUAGE ASSOCIATION (SAHLA)
205, 1409 Edmonton Trail NE
Phone: 403-233-7998
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Website: www.sahla.ca
The Southern Alberta Heritage Language Association is a not-for-profit umbrella organization whose mission is to lead, advocate and provide resources for the promotion of effective languages education. SAHLA represents 40 community-based language schools, which are operated by Calgary’s many cultural organizations. Commonly known as ‘international language’ or ‘heritage language’ schools, these programs provide language and culture learning opportunities to children from Kindergarten to high school as well as adults.

 

TUTOR DOCTOR
Contact: Roxanne Rizzuto
Phone: 403-640-2223
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Website: tutordoctorcalgary.com
Does your child struggle in school? Does your child require extra help? We offer in home, one-on-one tutoring to all grade levels and subjects. We’ll assess your child’s needs during our free consultation, and then develop an individualized program to help your child build a strong, confident academic foundation. Voila! Success!

 

SPORTS & RECREATION

 

ALTADORE GYMNASTIC CLUB
101, 6303 - 30 Street SE
Phone: 403-720-2711
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Website: www.altadoregymnasticsclub.com
AGC offers recreation & competitive programs for children of all ages. We have Parent and Tot (ages 18-months to two years), Gym ’N Fun, Kindergym, CanGym, Adult Rec, and Tumbling and Trampoline. The club has a world-class coaching staff and offers top-level programs. So come down and flip out at Altadore!



CALGARY AQUABELLES
2225 Macleod Trail South
Contact: Jenn Tregale, Head Coach
Phone: 403-209-2941
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Website: www.aquabelles.com
The Calgary Aquabelles are a world recognized Synchronized Swimming club. We have athletes in our pre-competitive program starting as young as six years old. We also produce Nationally ranked athletes that compete on the international stage. During our pre-competitive classes, your daughter will learn the skills needed to advance in Synchronized Swimming. We offer once- and twice-a-week sessions. These sessions run 12 weeks in the fall and winter. We provide excellent coaching and the equipment needed to become a great synchro swimmer. If your daughter loves to swim, loves to dance and loves to have fun, come give us a try!

 

CALGARY FENCING CLUB
3304, 33 Street NW, Studio #3 VRRI Building
Phone: 403-246-5801
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Website: www.calgaryfencingclub.ca
Calling all swashbucklers to learn the exciting modern sport of fencing! Beginner classes for children, youth and adults start every second month. Continuing classes for recreational and competitive fencers. Excellent coaches and custom-designed facility across the street from the University. Friendly and fun fitness! Discover why it is nicknamed ‘Physical Chess’!

 

THE CALGARY STARS GYMNASTICS AND CHEERLEADING CENTRE
100, B5 2514 Battleford Avenue SW
Phone: 403-503-0662
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Website: www.calgarystarsgym.com
The Calgary Stars offers fun, creative gymnastics, cheerleading & kid's yoga classes for children ages 18-months and up (preschool, recreational & competitive). Classes are taught by qualified, experienced instructors in a friendly, encouraging environment. The Calgary Stars believes in promoting fitness as a fun, healthy part of our lives. Conveniently located in the Currie Barracks. Join in, have fun, find out why it's great to be a Star!

 

CHINOOK RHYTHMIQUE GYMNASTIC CLUB
2225 Macleod Trail South
Contact: Patti Thompson, President
Phone: 403-277-3385
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Website: www.chinookrg.com
Looking for young, enthusiastic girls who love to dance and the challenge of learning apparatus skills with balls, hoops, ropes, ribbons and clubs. We are the only competitive rhythmic gymnastics club in Calgary and offer competitive, pre-competitive and recreational classes for all ages. We perform at galas, corporate functions and competitions. Check out our website for class days and times.

 

CODA’S CANADA OLYMPIC PARK
88 Canada Olympic Road SW
Contact: Guest Services
Phone: 403-247-5452
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Website: www.canadaolympicpark.ca
Your Urban Adventure awaits at CODA’s Canada Olympic Park. Winter season at the Park runs from early November until the end of March for skiing, snowboarding, ziplining, bobsleigh, cross-country skiing, and, of course, some great shopping and eating! We offer a full slate of ski and board programs throughout the season to keep your family busy. Plan now to put your kids in the Christmas or Teacher’s Convention holiday camps to build confidence on the slopes. Canada Olympic Park takes a short breather and then re-opens in May for spring and summer adventure with mountain biking, zorbing, ziplining, the Olympic Hall of Fame and Museum, and a wide variety of summer camps that will keep you coming back. Check us out at canadaolympicpark.ca.

 


FLIP FACTORY & FIT KIDS
1423 - 8th Avenue SE (Inglewood) & Chestermere Rec Centre
Contact: Darlene Traviss
Phone: (403) 265-2656
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Website: flip-factory.com
How much FUN can exercise be?! We have all the 'bells and whistles' of big clubs but on a smaller scale. Quality coaching, smaller groups and individual attention are foremost. We are committed to and focus only on recreational athletes. Pre-school gym (1-5 yrs), recreational gymnastics and trampoline (6-14 yrs), special needs classes and incredibly FUN birthdays featuring a reverse bungee. How much FUN can exercise be? Check us out!


FITNESS WITH KIDS INC.
McKenzie Towne, Shawnessy, & Arbour Lake
Contact: Erin
Phone: 403-619-5675
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Website: www.fitnesswithkids.ca
Fitness for Moms, Playtime for kids! Fitness with Kids provides fitness classes for moms with a play area for children 0 to five years of age! We offer the following classes: Bootcamp & Babysitting Parent & Tot Fit Together Butts, Guts, & Cardio Mini-Athletes (ages two to four years). No more babysitting dilemma, no more excuses not to exercise! Come out, meet other moms, have a playdate for your kids, and get in shape all at the same time!

 

GYMTASTICS GYM CLUB
160, 7260-12 St SE Calgary, AB, T2H 2S5

Contact: Darlene "The Bean" Fedyna
Phone: 403 254-9010
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Website: www.gymtastics.ca
GYMTASTICS is a club that offers fun, fitness and fundamentals for children aged 18 months to adults with emphasis on developing self-esteem. We run pre-school, recreational and competitive classes supervised by qualified and experienced coaches. We also offer specialty programs such as cheerleading, adult classes and the best birthday parties in the whole world. At GYMTASTICS, everyone is treated as an individual and taught with their specific needs in mind.

 

HORSES R COOL RIDING SCHOOL LTD.
Box 1445 Cochrane, AB T4C 1B4
Contact: Diane
Phone: 1-403-932-5323
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Website: www.horsesrcool.com
Year-round horse programs from very young to adult enthusiasts. Special needs individuals or groups welcome. Our specialty is the Summer Day Camp running for over 30 successful years at Griffin Valley Ranch, Cochrane. Fall, winter and spring programs offer group lessons for all ages, family lunch & learn rides, birthday parties and adults-only activities. Something for everyone. Professional, friendly staff at your service. Come make a friend.

 

INFANT SWIM LTD.
362 Chapalina Gardens SE
Contact: Holly Murray
Phone: 403-831-2591
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Website: www.infantswim.com
Safe. Individualized. Self-rescue swim lessons for children six months to six years. Babies learn to hold their breath under water, orient to the surface of the water, rotate onto their backs and maintain a float until someone can help them out of the water. Older children build on these skills and learn a swim-float-swim sequence, which they are taught to continue in order to exit the water on their own.

 

THE LITTLE GYM
Airdrie, AB
Phone: 403-945-1122
Website: www.thelittlegym.com
The Little Gym offers children four-months to 12 years old a fun, safe place to build confidence and develop motor skills. Each class is designed to help children reach important developmental milestones in a nurturing and non-competitive environment. Our caring instructors inspire children to reach new heights while they also develop social, perceptual, emotional and cognitive skills, giving kids a head start in laying the foundation for a lifetime of success.

 

LITTLE YOGIS
4700, 110 Avenue SE
Contact: Heather Aldrich
Phone: 403-620-6264
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Website: www.littleyogis.ca
Kids learn best when they are having fun, so Little Yogis classes involve storytelling, games, songs, and themes, incorporating yoga poses all at the same time. Daytime, evening and weekend classes are offered. Age groups include three to five year olds, six to nine year olds, and eight to 12 year olds. All abilities welcome!



MOUNT ROYAL RECREATION - CLIMBING CENTRE
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW
Phone: 403-440-6348
Website: www.mtroyal.ca/recreation
Kids love to experience new adventures, and nothing is more adventurous than climbing up our 42 foot wall. Mount Royal Recreation offers a variety of climbing courses for children ages four and up. Topics include: top rope climbing, belaying, bouldering and rappelling. All courses are taught by certified instructors in a fun, safe and encouraging environment.

 

NAKISKA WINTER SPORTS SCHOOL
Phone: 403-232-8477, Calgary Direct
Website: www.skinakiska.com
To live in the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains and not try alpine skiing or snowboarding is missing a doorstep opportunity. The sport is more accessible in our part of the country than almost anywhere else, and it can be learned at any age. Nakiska offers a range of drop-in and multi-week ski & snowboard lesson programs for all ages - check our website, skinakiska.com, for details!

 

 

NorGlen Rhythmic Gymnastics Club

Contact: Dwila Slatcher

Phone: 403-251-0972

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Website: www.norglen.ca

In operation since 1979, NorGlen is a non-profit organization operating in SW Calgary. Our focus is on providing recreational rhythmic gymnastic classes to girls and boys aged three to adult. Rhythmic gymnastics is a group sport combining gymnastics performed to music with various apparatus, including ribbons, balls, hoops, ropes, and clubs. Emphasis is placed on improving flexibility, coordination, having fun and making new friends. Our classes run from Sept to Dec and Jan to April. New registrations are welcome! Check out our website for more information.

 

SPORTBALL
See our website for locations
Phone: 403-452-0325
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Website: www.sportball.ca
Sportball is a non-competitive sports program for children 16-months to 10-years-old. Children are introduced to seven popular sports: soccer, hockey, football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, tennis and golf. Sportball offers weekly programs, outdoor soccer in the spring and summer, camps during school holidays and birthday parties. Come try a free trial class! See our website for a location near you.

 

 

STAMPEDE CITY GYMNASTIC CLUB
122, 2323 32 Avenue NE
Contact: Shannon Mellon
Phone: 403-275-4722
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Website: www.stampedecitygym.com
Come flip, tumble, jump and roll with Stampede City Gymnastic Club in our bright, clean, open concept facility! We offer gymnastic instruction for all ages and abilities, including: Active start classes (under six years), Homeschool classes, Recreational programs for boys and girls, Trampoline and tumbling, Acrobatics for dancers, Special needs classes, Competitive team training, and more. We also offer school break camps, field trips, fantastic birthday packages, and sleepovers.

 

 

VRRI RECREATION CENTRE
3304-33rd St. NW
Phone: 403-284-2231
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Website: vrri.org
The VRRI Recreation Centre is a public facility that provides recreation and leisure opportunities to Calgarians of all ages and abilities. We offer a wide variety of programs such as adult health and wellness, swimming lessons, birthday parties, day camps, and preschool and children's classes. Check out our website!

 


YMCA CALGARY
Camp Chief Hector YMCA (city office): 403-269-6156
Community YMCA: 403-531-1660
Crowfoot YMCA: 403-547-6576
Eau Claire YMCA: 403-269-6701
Shawnessy YMCA: 403-256-5533
South YMCA: 403-255-8131
YMCA Bishop McNally: 403-285-7444
Website: www.ymcacalgary.org
YMCA Calgary offers a variety of health and wellness opportunities for the entire family. All are welcome regardless of age, ability or financial circumstance. Call for more information, visit us at any of our locations or check out our website at ymcacalgary.org.

 

ZUMBA WITH MARIA HUNTER
4710, 80 Avenue SE
Contact: Maria Hunter
Phone: 403-560-1091
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Zumba® with Maria Hunter. It is an exercise in disguise. In no time, you'll be shakin', movin', rockin' and slammin to Latin and international beats like reggaeton, hip-hop, salsa, calypso, cumbia, merengue, samba and more. You won't stop 'til you drop! Classes available for Adults and Teens! ZumbAtomic® for Kids, launching January 2010! Join the party! Let's Dance! ZUMBA® and Zumba Fitness® are registered trademarks of Zumba® Fitness, LLC.

 

ORGANIZATIONS & CLUBS

 

GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA CALGARY AREA
2188 Brownsea Drive NW
Phone: 403-283-2848 or 1-800-565-8111
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Website: www.calgareaguides.com
No two days in Guiding are the same! With the widest range of activities of any youth program, Guiding gives girls a chance to try different activities every time. If your daughter is looking for serious fun, make sure she joins us today! Sparks: five to six; Brownies: seven to eight; Guides: nine to 12; Pathfinders: 12 to 15; Senior Branches: 15 to 17 and up; Adult Leaders: 18 and up.

 

ARTS, MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE

 

4CATS ARTS STUDIO
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Website: www.4catsart.com

4Cats is a professional art studio for artists ages two to 15. Taking inspiration from the works of famous artists, 4Cats kids create imaginative works using professional quality art materials. Highly trained 4Cats curators are dedicated to cultivating the child’s natural ability to see and think like an artist. Curators tell captivating and inspiring stories in a fun and humorous manner about the life and work of the artist being introduced. 4Cats encourages a love of learning, beauty and art!

 

ALBERTA REGISTERED MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION (ARMTA)

Phone: 403-716-7310

Website: www.armta-calgary.com
Children and adults can enjoy learning music in a variety of styles from qualified instructors in over 100 studios around Calgary. Students may pursue piano, voice, string, woodwind, brass, guitar, accordion and theory and may prepare for festivals and Royal Conservatory or Conservatory Canada exams. New member teachers always welcome.

 

ALLELUIA CHILDREN’S CHORUS
Contact: Anita Perlaul
Phone: 403-249-2001
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Website: www.alleluiachorus.info

Tired of fundraising, soaring tuitions and stressful volunteer commitments? The Alleluia Children’s Chorus offers once-a-week rehearsals for aspiring singers and actors in a nurturing and positive environment. Our two ensembles, “Songsters” for ages six to nine and “Jubilate” for youth, specialize in musical theatre that shares the Gospel message. All rehearsals are held at Strathcona Community.

 

AXIS DANCE CENTRE
239 Midpark Boulevard SE
Phone: 403-256-1474
Explore the art of dance! Classes offered from beginner to advanced in ballet, jazz, tap and hip-hop for all school-aged children, as well as un-parented 10-week ‘Tiny Two’s’ and 12-week Preschool classes. Our qualified and experienced teaching staff is dedicated to motivating each and every child. It’s fun, creative and energetic. Give us a call today.

 

BEST BEGINNINGS OFFERS KINDERMUSIK
Multiple locations
Phone: 403-455-5137
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Website: www.best-beginnings.com
Witness your child’s developmental evolution in language skills, literacy, listening, problem-solving, social skills, self-esteem, and musicality. Kindermusik is music and movement for parents and children from newborn to age seven. We have multiple locations for your convenience. Book your free trial class today to find out why 99 per cent of parents would recommend the program to others!

 

THE CALGARY BOYS CHOIR
Phone: 403-217-7790
Website: www.calgaryboyschoir.ab.ca
Join now! For boys who like to sing ages three and up. We value musical growth, respect, teamwork, and fun! Beginner programs are available in the NW and SW. Call to receive registration information or to attend a complimentary rehearsal.

 

CALGARY CHILDREN’S CHOIR
637 Alexander Crescent NW
Contact: Linda White
Phone: 403-210-3499
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Website: www.calgarychildrenschoir.com
If you love to sing or would like to learn, check out the Calgary Children’s Choir. This unique choral experience offers children ages five to 23 the opportunity to sing, perform and appreciate a wide variety of musical styles. Tuition and other fees are among the most reasonable in the city, and fundraising by parents is optional.

 

CALGARY GIRLS CHOIR
203, 6628 Crowchild Trail SW
Phone: 403-686-7444
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Website: www.calgarygirlschoir.com
Some girls are born to sing! Internationally recognized conductor Elaine Quilichini invites girls and young women ages four to 25 to join the Calgary Girls Choir, an award-wining choir offering training in vocal technique and production, sight singing, ear training, theory and music appreciation. The choir experience includes exceptional choral music education and performance opportunities. Develop poise, confidence, responsibility, and have fun!

 

CALGARY YOUNG PEOPLE’S THEATRE
Phone: 403-230-2664
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Website: www.cypt.ca
Calgary Young People's Theatre offers development opportunities to young people aged four to 17 to explore the performing arts through classes, camps and productions. Winter classes range from Act One to Shakespeare and Stage Combat. Spring  sees the return of our popular Spring Break DRUMMA Camp and the world premiere of ‘The Daily Mischief,’ a performance for the whole family starring CYPT’s own young actors.

 

CANTARÉ CHILDREN'S CHOIR
Contact: Maggie LeSage
Phone: 403-685-1132
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Website: www.cantarechildrenschoir.org
Come sing with us… the music experience of a lifetime awaits! Cantaré Children’s Choir invites boys and girls ages six to 18 to join one of our four award-winning ensembles. Artistic Director Catherine Glaser-Climie believes in enriching the lives of children through the power and wonder of music. Younger singers, aged three to six, are welcome to join our Kodaly early childhood program. No prior musical experience is necessary!

 

CANTATÉ MUSIC SCHOOL
Phone: 403-243-3990
Website: www.cantatemusicschool.com
Cantaté Music School offers a fun-filled music experience for children three to eight years of age. The Kodaly Music Explorers program uses a singing approach. You’ll be amazed at how quickly and easily your child masters an excellent foundation of musicianship skills and knowledge (and parents learn lots too!).

 

CLAY FOR KIDS STUDIO
2083 146 Ave. S.E.
Contact: Maureen
Phone: 403 281 4882
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Website: clayforkidscalgary.com
Clay for Kids Studio is offering pottery classes for children, teens and adults from 4- 40 years old. Please see our website at www.clayforkidscalgary.com.

 

 

CREATIVE KIDS
#150, 7260 - 12 Street SE
Contact: Anna Dunne
Phone: 403-873-1966
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Website: www.creativekidsclasses.ca
NURTURE your Creative Child through Creative Kids classes. Let your child discover the world of art or music classes where the focus is on the process and not the product. Six locations throughout the city. Creative Kids can also plan and host your child’s next Birthday Party, creating memories to last a lifetime!

 

DECIDEDLY JAZZ DANCEWORKS
1514, 4 Street SW
Contact: Jennica Willis
Phone: 403-228-8177
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Website: www.decidedlyjazz.com
The School of Decidedly Jazz is proud to be Calgary’s largest recreational dance studio, offering over 75 dance classes each week to over 1,000 students, ages two to 82. We strive to provide top-notch dance instruction in a professional, warm and encouraging atmosphere. Our dance instructors are some of the country’s best, and many of them have enjoyed careers on the stage with the professional Decidedly Jazz Danceworks Company.

 

EVOLUTIONS SCHOOL OF DANCE
Currie Barracks
Phone: 403. 819. 0758
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Website: evolutionsdance.com
Evolutions School of Dance offers classes for dancers of all ages in a variety of disciplines, including ballet, pointe, lyrical, musical theatre and Ukrainian dance. Our knowledgable instructors provide programs which foster a fun, positive and safe dance environment that provides students with the freedom to become creative and confident dancers, while maintaining their individual expression.


FREE HOUSE DANCE PLUS LTD.
2020, 12 Avenue NW
Phone: 403-282-0555
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Website: www.freehousedance.com
A talented assembly of dedicated professionals giving quality instruction to students of all levels and abilities, ages three to adult, in a non-competitive environment. Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Indo-jazz (Bollywood), Tap, Modern, Kinderdance, Musical Theatre, Breakdance, Irish, Highland, African, Flamenco, Bellydance, Club Styles, Samba, West African Drumming, Hooping, Pilates, Yoga and Flex & Tone.

 

GLENBOW MUSEUM
130-9th Avenue SE
Contact: 
Phone: 403-268-4110
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Website: glenbow.org
Drop by Glenbow's art-based open studio to explore, create and discover with your family any day of the week. Don’t miss our new family weekend extravanganzas offered one weekend each season. Participate in workshops and collaborative art projects, explore galleries throughout the museum all in a full and festival-like atmosphere.

 

 

GYMBOREE PLAY & MUSIC PROGRAMS
Three Locations Citywide
Phone: 403-278-5264
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Website: www.gymboreeclasses.com
Kids don’t come with instructions. That is why there is Gymboree. All seven of our age-appropriate levels and new enrichment classes, from birth to five years, are designed to not only encourage your child’s development, but to help you better understand it. We are growing young minds through classes in play, music, arts, baby signs and fitness fun.

 

KEYBOARD ACADEMY OF MUSIC
Phone: 403-255-0010 or 403-277-2987
Website: www.keyboardacademy.ca
Music lessons for ages five and up. Two locations offering piano, organ, keyboard and accordion. Popular, classical and theory programs with exam preparation from qualified teachers. Private and semi-private classes. Beginner’s trial program also offered! Call for more information or to register.

 

KINDERMUSIK AND MUSIKGARTEN
Varsity, Killarney
Contact: Go to individual website
Phone: 403-241-1363
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Website: music-celebrations.com; griffinmusik.ca
Early childhood music and movement classes designed to awaken and develop your child’s inborn joy and talent for making music. Enrich your family life through music as your child explores and learns through singing, dancing, listening, playing instruments and much more. Classes for infants through age nine, including group keyboard. See individual websites for teacher, location and classes offered.

 

KLM MUSIC
#95, 4511 Glenmore Trail SE
Contact: Darla
Phone: 403-210-3339
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Website: www.klmmusic.ca
KLM Music offers piano, guitar, drum and voice lessons in the convenience of your home or the comfort of our studio. Wide selection of lesson times to fit your family’s busy schedule. To see why hundreds of families choose KLM for their music lessons, visit klmmusic.ca or call 403-210-3339 to register.

MOMO MIXED ABILITY DANCE THEATRE
Phone: 403-283-3445.
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We are offering creative movement classes for youth with diverse disabilities ages 10-16.  These exciting and fun filled classes focus on creativity and imagination and encourage students to be expressive in a music-filled environment.

 

MOUNT ROYAL CONSERVATORY
4825 Mount Royal Gate
Contact: 
Phone: 403.440.6821
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Website: mtroyal.ca/conservatory
Mount Royal Conservatory is famous for its high quality music, speech arts and theatre instruction. We’re also delighted to offer dedicated childrens' programming. Tantalize your child’s imagination with musical games, singing and basic instrumental play. Or start your child on a path to confident public speaking and a life-long love of literature and dramatic performance. Small class sizes mean each child receives personalized attention from our nurturing and experienced instructors.

 

MUSICA ACADEMY YAMAHA SCHOOL
Bow Trail SW/Country Hills Landing NW
Contact: Looi Tan
Phone: 403-681-3117
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Website: www.musicaacademy.com
Musica Academy offers the internationally renowned Yamaha group class for ages three and above. Call for a free demo class. We also offer piano, violin, guitar and voice lessons. We are located on Bow Trail SW and Country Hills Landing NW. Making music makes you smarter!

 

MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
Phone: 403-257-2890
Website: www.myc.com
Music for Young Children is a keyboard-based program providing children ages three to 11 with an exciting, child-centered approach to learning music. Children work together with parents and teacher in small age-specific groups to learn fundamental skills. Classes in Calgary and area. Music for Young Children Sunrise Program offers a positive introduction to music for Preschool children through singing, rhythm and listening activities. Group instruction enhances development of listening awareness, fine motor skills, attention span and social skills. 10-week classes offered in Calgary and area.

 

MUSIC MAKERS
71 Crowfoot Terrace NW (Crowfoot Centre - across from Chapters)
Phone: 403-284-3301
And our new location - Country Hills Village
Phone: 403-374-1011
Established as a Calgary business in 1979! We have all your music needs: instruments, books, accessories, instrument rentals and instrument repair. Sign up now for a wide variety of private lessons including: piano, violin (Suzuki, Traditional and Fiddling styles), drums, guitar, viola, brass and woodwinds, voice and keyboard. Please call for more information or Registration.

 

ORFF AT SING MOVE PLAY
North Glenmore Park Community Centre SW
Contact: Debra Giebelhaus-Maloney
Phone: 403-258-3466
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Website: www.singmoveplay.com
This 28-week program for two-and-a-half to nine-year-olds teaches concepts and skills while instilling a love of music. The Preschool level sessions emphasize pitch awareness, rhythm and melody development through speech, song and movement, and use of non-pitched instruments. Older children develop musical skills concentrating on pitch, listening, singing, rhythm, form, basic harmony, improvisation, literacy and playing non-pitched and pitched instruments in solo and ensemble activities. Come and join us as we joyfully SING MOVE and PLAY!


ORFF MUSIC FOR CHILDREN
2404 Kensington Road NW
Contact: Wendy Rae
Phone: 403-284-4085
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Website: www.orffmuscalgary.com

ORFF Music For Children is a music education program for children aged two through nine. Each child experiences music in a small group setting through speaking, singing, moving, playing instruments, and creating. Parent & Tot classes, sequentially structured Preschool classes, and Ensemble classes offer a variety of experiences designed to foster a life-long love and enjoyment of music.

 

PUMPHOUSE THEATRE
2140 Pumphouse Avenue SW
Contact: Meaghan Sholdice
Phone: 403-263-0079
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Website: http://pumphousetheatre.ca
Join us at Pumphouse Theatre for winter and spring drama classes for five- to 16-year-olds. Our fun and friendly classes include: Introduction to Drama, Improvisation, Shakespeare, and Drama Exploration. Children and teens are encouraged to explore their creative sides and work together to bring performances to life. We also offer homeschool classes in Shakespeare and Discovering Drama. For more information please call or visit our website.

 

QUEST THEATRE
310, 815 - 1 Street SW
Theatre School Location: 900, 47 Avenue SW (one block west of Elbow Drive)
Phone: 403-264-8575, Ext. 4
Website: www.questtheatre.org
Students who want more in-depth drama experience can learn step-by-step - once a week - about acting, voice, speech and movement from professional actors and directors. Classes are taught in a nurturing environment that allows the creative student to expand and channel all their imaginative energy. Classes will run over two semesters throughout this time period.

 

ROOM TO GROW
9 - 1330 15 Avenue SW
Contact: Shannon Kozak
Phone: 403-463-9565
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Website: www.room-to-grow.ca
Room to Grow offers a wide variety of programs for children 0 to four in a space designed both to stimulate a child's natural curiosity and be comfortable for parents! Featuring playgroups, parented preschool, preschool, dance, art, music, yoga, parenting workshops, family events, Mom's Nights Out and much more, Room to Grow is a unique facility that provides everything you need for support, friendship, and fun in the early years.

 

SING AND LEARN CHINESE
Board Room, Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Center
Contact: Ms. Liu
Phone: 403-284-0310
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Website: www.singandlearnchinese.com
This is the first music-based Chinese language art program (Mandarin) for children age two to six in Calgary. You will be surprised to discover how much fun your children will have singing their familiar songs and lullabies in another language, playing instruments, games, parachute and bubbles. We will teach your children to draw Chinese characters as a form of Visual Art.

 

 

SONATA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Unit 344, 2335 - 162 Avenue SW Shoppes of Bridlewood
Contact: Alvena Li
Phone: 403-256-8787
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Website: www.sonatayamaha.com
Come learn music the Yamaha way! The world famous Yamaha Music Programs are designed for children from age two and up in group lesson format with parent involvement. This gives children motivation, builds confidence and makes learning fun! Sign up now for our fall courses and watch as we release the musical talent from your child through singing, listening and keyboard playing activities.

 

STARCHEVSKI SCHOOL OF BALLET INC.
201, 200 Country Hills Landing NW
Phone: 403-226-8874
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Website: www.ssballet.ca
Whether looking for your child’s first dance school or an experienced dancer aspiring to a professional career or a recreational dancer looking to build confidence and have the opportunity to perform, we have something to offer you. Our dance program includes classes in all levels of ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, modern, flamenco, musical theatre, lyrical and Ukrainian. Performances in December and June highlight the accomplishments of all our students.

 

THE VIRTUAL SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Contact: Carol
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Website: www.thevirtualschoolofmusic.com
VSM Music Discovery for Kids - “Workshop Series” is an interactive program for your elementary students (five to 11 years). Your child will enjoy numerous opportunities to learn about the orchestra instruments through songs, stories and creative activities. Convenient 6-week classes taught by exceptional certified Alberta teachers in the Calgary area and online - start dates in September and October. An amazing complement to school programs, and excellent for homeschoolers, too!

 

WESTSIDE CHILDREN’S CHOIR
616 Wilderness Drive SW
Contact: Jean Czaja
Phone: 403-271-7925
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Website: www.westsidechildrenschoir.com
The Westside Children’s Choir offers non-competitive traditional choral programs for girls and boys ages Grade 2 to post-secondary. The three divisions rehearse once a week and perform four times each year. There are no auditions and no fundraising. Call today for information on fees and registration. Financial assistance is available.

 

YOUTH SINGERS
620, 13 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-234-9549
Fax: 403-234-9590
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Website: www.youthsingers.org
Live your music dream! Youth Singers is Calgary’s most unique performing arts organization, providing a comprehensive choral education program incorporating singing, dancing, and acting for ages three-and-a-half and up. Join us or book us for an event! Call us for more information or visit our website.

 

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ARASHI-DO KARATE
South, Central and North Calgary
Contact: Becky
Phone: 403-809-0744
Karate classes for ages four and up at three different locations in South, Central and North Calgary. Our acclaimed karate program emphasizes personal development as well as physical fitness and self-defence training practiced in a safe, fun, professional atmosphere. Call to set up your free introductory class. We also offer kickboxing programs for ages 14 plus.

 

RED PHOENIX TAE KWON DO AND MARTIAL ARTS CENTRE
Suite 203, 2705 Centre Street NW - Central, Northwest Calgary
Contact: Victoria
Phone: 403-277-7937
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Website: www.redpx.com
Master Joo-han Cha, 6th Degree Black Belt, M.Sc., B.Phys.Ed., combines his competition success, coaching experience and academic credentials to offer year-round, high-quality Tae Kwon Do classes for all ages (three-and-a-half-years +) and all abilities. Check our website for details about our high-energy classes for beginner and advanced students, and please call or email for your free class!


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