School Contacts
June Eeles, Programs Administrator
780-455-9559 ext. 221
Annette Bidniak, General Manager
780-455-9559 ext. 222
Dave Ganert, Artistic Director
780-455-9559 ext. 225
Most Recent
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Important Dates
School of Dance Spring Show - Jubilee Auditorium
May 15, 2011
Shumka School Open House
September 20, 2011
Shumka School Open House
September 22, 2011
First Day of Dance Classes
September 26, 2011
School Programs
Shumka School of Dance: Your personal connection to the heritage and traditions of Canada's Ukrainian Shumka Dancers.
This is not only a school but a family. Teachers and office staff are very helpful and kind at all times. We're so proud to tell everybody that we dance with Shumka School. Thank you for another great year!
Shumka School parent
Shumka School of Dance is an exciting place where great friends are made and dance dreams are realized! Come and explore Alberta’s treasured art and culture through Shumka School's award-winning core program, along with enrichment classes, performance opportunities, and summer dance camps. Whatever your age and interest, there is a place for you at Shumka School of Dance.
Ukrainian dance today combines elements of traditional Ukrainian folk dance with contemporary styles of training and performing.
From pre-beginner through grade nine, we offer 14 levels of dance training and cultural enrichment. Each level is guided by a curriculum that builds on knowledge and skill from one year to the next. Shumka’s Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance is used by instructors from coast to coast.
| PROGRAM | AGE/GRADE LEVEL RANGE | LENGTH OF CLASS |
|
Pre-Beginner |
Ages 3 and 4 | 0.75 hours per week |
| Beginner | Age 5 | 0.75 hours per week |
| Grade 1 - Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance | Grade 1 - Core Program | 1.00 hour per week |
| Grade 2 - Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance | Grade 2 - Core Program | 1.25 hours per week |
| Grade 3 - Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance | Grade 3 - Core Program | 1.50 hours per week |
| Grade 4 - Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance | Grade 4 - Core Program | 1.50 hours per week |
| Grade 5 - Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance | Grade 5 - Core Program | 2.00 hours per week |
| Grade 6 - Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance | Grade 6 - Core Program | 2.00 hours per week |
| Grade 7 - Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance | Grade 7 - Core Program | 2.25 hours per week |
| Grade 8 - Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance | Grade 8 - Core Program | 2.50 hours per week |
| Grade 9 - Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance | Grade 9 - Core Program | 2.50 hours per week |
| Junior Enrichment | Grades 3 and 4 | 1.5 hours per week |
| Intermediate Enrichment | Grades 5 and 6 | 1.75 hours per week |
| Senior Enrichment | Grades 7 - 9 | 1.75 hours per week |
We strive to create a fun learning environment with the highest priority placed on developing the required skills of technique and presentation. We share a family environment that is inspirational, educational, and encourages a spirit of interest in Ukrainian dance, Ukrainian culture, and dance in general.
Our instructors work hard to ensure your personal success, whether you’re here just for the fun and fitness or you intend to pursue a professional career in dance. Students are inspired to challenge their minds and bodies and build confidence, self-esteem and a healthy appetite for physical fitness.