ADULT CLASSES

Halifax Dance welcomes adults of all skill levels to experience dance in a fun, accessible environment. Dancing can be a great way to stay active, make friends and learn something new or continue a passion from the past. If you have any questions about which classes may be suitable for you, please email us at info@hfxdance.ca.

Check out our schedule below!

Adult Fall Schedule

September 8th - December 5th

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Monday

Level 1 Ballet

6:30–7:30 pm • Sara House

Foundational ballet training covering basic technique, posture, and vocabulary.
Level 1 designed for beginners or returning dancers.

Level 3/4 Ballet Barre

7:30–8:30 pm • Sara House

Barre-based conditioning class focused on strength, control, and alignment.
Level 3–4 designed for dancers with prior ballet experience seeking progression.

Adult Pointe

8:30–9:00 pm • Sara House

Pointe training emphasizing strength, alignment, and safe progression.
Adult pointe level requiring teacher approval or strong foundational technique.

Adult Pre-Pointe

8:30–9:00 pm • Jen Briand

Preparatory training to build the strength and alignment needed for pointe work.
Pre-pointe level for dancers preparing to advance.

Tuesday

Open Modern

5:30–6:30 pm • Sara Coffin

Contemporary modern technique focusing on breath, weight, and expressive movement.
Open-level class suitable for all dancers.

Stretch & Strength

6:30–7:00 pm • Anastasia Wiebe

Guided mobility, flexibility, and strength training to support recovery and injury prevention.
Open-level class suitable for all dancers.

Open Barre

7:00–8:00 pm • Anastasia Wiebe

Full-body barre workout focusing on strength, alignment, and control.
Open-level class adaptable for all experience levels.

Open Jazz

8:00–9:00 pm • Michele King

Jazz technique class focusing on style, energy, and performance quality.
Open-level class with progressions for various experience levels.

Wednesday

Level 0 Ballet

6:00–7:00 pm • Jen Briand

Introductory ballet class covering basic positions, alignment, and movement vocabulary.
Absolute beginner level designed for dancers new to ballet.

Level 1 Tap

6:00–7:00 pm • Mackenzie Greenwell

Technical tap class focusing on clarity, rhythm, and foundational steps.
Level 1 for beginner dancers.

Level 2 Ballet

7:00–8:00 pm • Julia Barkhouse

Ballet training building on foundational technique with increased focus on combinations and musicality.
Level 2 for dancers with some prior experience.

Level 2/3 Tap

7:00–8:00 pm • Mackenzie Greenwell

Intermediate tap class developing speed, clarity, and rhythmic complexity.
Level 2–3 for dancers with solid foundational tap skills.

Level 3/4 Ballet

7:00–8:30 pm • Jen Briand

Classical ballet emphasizing strength, alignment, and refined technique.
Level 3–4 designed for dancers with prior ballet experience seeking progression.

Level 5 Ballet

7:30–9:00 pm • Mariella Belleza

Advanced classical ballet training with emphasis on artistry, speed, and complex combinations.
Level 5 for experienced dancers with strong technical foundation.

Level 4/5 Tap

8:00–9:00 pm • Mackenzie Greenwell

Advanced tap technique focusing on intricate rhythms, speed, and performance quality.
Level 4–5 for experienced tap dancers.

Open Ballet Performance

8:30–9:15 pm • Jen Briand

Performance-focused ballet class emphasizing choreography, stage presence, and artistic expression.
Open-level class for dancers interested in performance.

Thursday

Level 4/5 Ballet

6:30–8:00 pm • Meredith Kalaman

Advanced classical ballet emphasizing strength, alignment, and refined technique.
Level 4–5 requiring strong technical foundation and consistency.

Level 2/3 Ballet Barre

8:00–9:00 pm • Meredith Kalaman

Barre-based conditioning class focused on strength, control, and alignment.
Level 2–3 designed for dancers with some ballet experience.

Friday

Adult Open Barre

6:00–7:00 pm • Martha Raymond

Full-body barre workout focusing on strength, alignment, and control.
Open-level class adaptable for all experience levels.

Open Jazz Performance

7:00–8:00 pm • Olivia MacLean

Performance-focused jazz class emphasizing choreography, energy, and stage presence.
Open-level class for dancers interested in performance.

Pricing

10 Class Pass

5 Class Pass

Flexible option

0.5 Hour: $45 ($9/class)
1 Hour: $85 ($17/class)
1.5 Hour: $100 ($20/class)

Drop-In Rates

Single class option

0.5 Hour: $10
1 Hour: $18.50
1.5 Hour: $22.50
Introductory Offer: $12.50

Join Charley in the fall for Total Technique on select Sundays at 10:30am-12:00pm.

This class is designed for dancers with ballet experience who want to strengthen their foundation and technique.

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In order to purchase 5-class cards or term registrations you must be a member of our organization. Membership is $30/year. To access these prices on Mindbody, first buy a membership fee pass from our pricing page. After you have purchased a membership, the other pricing options will be available to you.