Newsletter - Fall 2025
Hello La Danse Families,
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It's hard to believe we are already almost two months into the dance season! Time has been flying by!
Friendly Reminders
-The Student Lounge is for DANCERS ONLY. This is a space reserved for the dancers to get ready for class, stretch, practice, and be with their friends. All parents must remain in the front foyers and be respectful of the dancers' space.
-No bun, no ballet for Grade 3 Ballet and up!
-Dancers should come dressed and prepared for class - please arrive at least 5 minutes early so classes can start on time and get the most out of the class.
-Please be cautious of jewelry removal for all classes - this is a safety concern and should be adhered to by dancers of all ages, especially in acro classes.
Dance Costume Care
Lots of our group costumes have already arrived, with many, many more on the way! If your dancer has already taken home a costume, here are a few things to keep in mind:
-This costume is not a toy! It should be hung in a safe place, out of the reach of small children and pets.
-If your costume came in a bag without a hanger, please hang it up!
-All costumes will need to be steamed before they are worn on stage.
Costume Week - October 24th-October 30th
Dancers can dress up in Halloween costumes or fun dance costumes for classes during this week! Just make sure that dancers can actually dance in their costume, otherwise the instructor might ask the dancer to change. We can't wait to see what comes through the door!
Ballet Choreo Days for Inter & Senior Dancers
Choreo starts this weekend!
October 25th
1:15-3:15 Inter Fd
3:30-5:30 Senior Ballet
5:45-7:45 Adv Fd Ballet
October 26th
9:00-11:00 Inter Fd
11:15-1:15 Adv Fd Pointe
1:30-3:30 Senior Ballet
3:45-5:45 Senior Pointe
November 1st
1:15-3:15 Inter Fd
3:30-5:30 Senior Pointe
5:45-7:45 Adv Fd Ballet
November 2nd
9:00-11:00 Senior Pointe
11:15-1:15 Senior Ballet
1:30-3:30 Adv Fd Ballet
3:45-5:45 Adv Fd Pointe
Monday, Oct 27th - Lyrical Parent Watch Day
Parents are welcome to come watch Miss Bailey and Miss Kelsey's classes this day!
Friday, October 31st - No classes
All regular classes will be cancelled for Halloween.
November 1st - Choreo Classes Begin!
Musical Theatre, Modern, and Jazz Line classes will officially kick off in November, starting right away on the 1st!
A few things to note:
-Jazz Line dancers can only miss a maximum of 3 practices!!
-MT classes start November 7th.
-Jazz Line and Modern will both be cancelled on Saturday, November 8th.
Saturday, November 8th - Solo/Duo/Trio Costume Orders Due
Competition Dates
March 26th-29th: Evolve - Saskatoon, SK (optional competition for solos, duets, trios. Invite only small groups will attend.)
April 16th-19th: Terpsichore - Regina, SK (All comp groups except: Gr 1 Ballet)
April 21st-26th: The Performer - Saskatoon, SK (all comp groups attending)
May 5th-9th: Standing Ovation - Red Deer, AB (All comp groups except: Gr 1 Ballet)
Competition Hotel Blocks
Red Deer - May 4th-10th
Red Deer Resort & Casino
$129.00/night + taxes & fees (total comes to $143.42/night)
Call to book: 1-403-346-2091
Block Name: La Danse Group Block
Cut off to book with the group rate is April 4th
Regina hotel TBA
Final schedules for competitions will not come out until March, so if you are expecting to be there for various days, we would advise to make your reservation for that full time and just cancel days later if need be.
Travel Club Fundraiser
The La Danse Travel Club is doing a gift card fundraiser through a program called Fundscrip. There are a TON of stores and places to choose from, and everything will arrive in time for Christmas! Please see the attached order forms if you would like to put in an order!
Lots of information to take in! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to send an email or stop in and chat with the office staff.
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Thank you,
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Shannon and Mallory