Crossings Dance

welcome back!

We are excited to show you what we have done to prepare the studio for our dancers safe return! Providing a SAFE, FUN, NURTURING & INSPIRING place for you and your child to experience the JOY of DANCE!

Here is to an amazing 30th season of dance at Crossings!

If you have any questions regarding Crossings Dance, registration or the health & safety protocols that we have in place to ensure a safe

return to dance, please contact us!

Music: We bought a Zoo, Jonsi (Copyright)

fostering excellence, integrity & community through dance.

For 30 years, Crossings Dance has been committed to nurturing individuals of all ages and levels on their dance journeys, supported by accredited faculty. Crossings Dance has a legacy of technical and artistic training, and as a leader in dance education and the integration of dance science, we develop healthy dancers. Drawing from our Christian roots, Crossings Dance takes a holistic approach; respecting the dignity and uniqueness of each person by creating an environment for personal growth (body, mind and spirit).

Despite these uncertain times, it is with hope & faith that we enter into this 30th year and with humility & awe that we look back on all that our Crossings community has accomplished.

Did you know . . .

Crossings was the first dance school in Canada to be an intersection of art and faith. Many said we would never survive!
During this time we have weathered 2 recessions and a global pandemic.
We founded Corps Bara Dance Theatre and Crossings Youth Dance Company.
We have sent dancers around the world for education, training & performance.
We have leveraged many professional dance careers.
We have been and continue to be leaders in the integration of healthy dance practises.
Being a non-competitive school, we have flown under the radar - doing dance differently.
Many of our faculty have been with us for 25+years and are renown dance educators and creators!
Our inspiring team hold many certifications, RAD teacher qualifications, ISTD Associates & Fellowships, and BA, BFA, MA & MSC in Dance.
Three of our faculty are on the board of Healthy Dancer Canada, two are researchers in the field of dance science and medicine,
Did you know that Karen founded Christian Dance Fellowship of Canada?!
Crossings was founded on the integration of faith & dance and with the values of COMMUNITY, INTEGRITY, and EXCELLENCE. These values root us in a deep history and guide our vision for the future.
Crossings is the people, the community, the students, the parents, the teachers, our challenges, and our successes.
Crossings is about more than just dance.

If you are looking for a fresh and innovative dance experience, consider joining us for our 30th season!

Experience the world of dance through our integrative dance training programs:

The joy of dance is the focus in our Tiny Toes Program, Pre-Primary & Primary programs.
Our comprehensive Child and Youth Program offers young dancers training in dance styles including: Ballet, Jazz/Modern, Tap, Acro and Musical Theatre.
Take your training to the next level with our pre-professional Vocational Program.
At Crossings we offer cutting edge dance specific Strength & Conditioning class for our Child and Youth Program and Vocational Program.
Did you know that it is never too late to begin dancing? Join us for our Adult Classes, and get moving!

IN OTHER NEWS . . .

WELCOME BACK DANCERS!!!
Read our October Newsletter here!
Click here to complete our Covid Screening Questionnaire.
NEW ADULT Restorative Stretch & Conditioning class ADDED
PARENT VIEWING WEEK - October 19 - 24, 2020
Dancer Health & Wellness Workshop #1 - Friday, November 20, 2020. SIGN UP TODAY!
CHRISTMAS AT CROSSINGS - November 30 - December 12, 2020 (In-studio)
Registration for 2020/21 Classes, our 30TH SEASON is ONGOING! REGISTER TODAY
Have you watched out Crossings 29th Annual Year End Recital yet? Click here to view.
Check out our NEW Health & Safety page! Download important documents, quick access out our FIT FOR DANCE questionnaires and take a tour of our updated studio!

Questions? Email us today!

october

NEWSLETTER

Get caught up on all things Crossings in our

OCTOBER Newsletter!

Be sure to read our newest Newsletter for important information regarding all upcoming events and happenings around Crossings!

PARENT VIEWING WEEK

Crossings parents are invited to attend their children’s dance classes (via Zoom) during the week of

October 19 - 24

Join us via ZOOM, meet the teaches and see the development and accomplishments of your dancers!

Zoom links for all classes were sent out in early September. If you have lost your child's Zoom link(s), please email us and we would be happy to resend them to you!

See you on Zoom!

Remembrance Day

Never forget.

Always remember.

Crossings will be open and classes will run as usual on
Wednesday, November 11th.

dancer health & wellness workshops

As part of our commitment to our student’s health and well-being, we will be running special workshops throughout the year with guest presenters. These workshops are designed to equip our students with the necessary tools to live a vibrant and healthy physical, mental, emotional and spiritual life inside and outside the dance studio.

We are thrilled to welcome

Lauren Ritchie as our first presenter in this workshop series!

Lauren specializes in Mental Skills Training which involves the development of mental and emotional skills, techniques, attitudes, perspectives, and processes that lead to performance enhancement and personal development.

Knowing that our students have been living in a state of constant change, it is crucial to prioritize building their emotional and mental health. Lauren is a gifted and highly sought after leader in this field both nationally and internationally (see attachment).

This workshop is for Crossings students, junior 2 and up.

The price has been subsidized in order to make this two hour workshop accessible for more dancers.

There are ONLY 16 spots available, so SIGN UP TODAY and don’t miss this great opportunity!

Friday November 20th

6:30-8:30pm

$40 +gst

(Please etransfer $42 to info@crossingsdance.com

pw: swanlake)

CHRISTMAS AT CROSSINGS

SAVE THE DATE!

November 30 - December 12

Join us for our annual CHRISTMAS AT CROSSINGS

Student Showcase!

Although this is an extraordinary year, we have created a unique opportunity to celebrate our favorite season with all of you. And don’t worry… we will ensure all health and safety procedures are observed.

CHRISTMAS AT CROSSINGS is moving inside!

Parents, you are invited to join us in-studio during the weeks of November 30 - December 12 to watch a short performance by your children and special guests, Crossings Youth Dance Company. More details will be sent out soon regarding these performances, including how to plan to make it safe and fun for all.

Stay tuned!

health & safety

Click here to complete our DAILY FIT FOR DANCE

Health & Safety Survey.

Check out our *NEW* Health & Safety page here!

Download important documents, get quick access to our FIT FOR DANCE Screening Questionnaire and take a tour of our updated studio all ready for a safe return to dance!

come dance with us!

Classes have begun and we couldn't be more thrilled to

have the studio full of laughter and joy once again!

Registration is still OPEN for our 2020/21 season of dance!

In order to create a SAFE & FUN environment for our students, class sizes are limited so... REGISTER NOW to reserve a spot in your favourite class(s)!

Curious about what we have done to prepare the studio for a safe return to dance? Watch the video below, or click here.

Not sure you’re ready for in-studio classes? No problem! Enjoy classes from the safety and comfort of your home live-streamed via ZOOM.

We encourage you to REGISTER ONLINE for our

2020/21 dance season.

We hope you will join us for our 30th season!

REGISTER TODAY
to reserve your spot in your favourite dance classes and join us for our 30th season of dance!

2020/21 class schedule

We are excited to release our 2020-2021 Class Schedule!

*Please note, we have made slight adjustments to the schedule to allow for cleaning time between classes/cohorts.

Click here to find out more about our Class Schedule and 2020/21 Registration.

REGISTER TODAY!

2020 year end recital

NOW in an email inbox near you!

We are so proud of all of our students and are so excited to share their accomplishments with your friends & family ❤️

Click here to download our 29th Annual Year End Recital!

Or click here to watch now!

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us!

Recital ticket sales are an important part of our annual budget. This year, we did not receive revenue from ticket sales to help offset the costs of the labor and software required in the making of this video. If you are able, we would greatly appreciate your contribution to the costs incurred in producing this 2020 Virtual Recital. You will find a Go Fund Me link below which will direct you to a donation page. Thank you for continuing to support your children and our greater Crossings community!

CLICK HERE to donate.

registration &

office HOURS

Monday - Friday 3:30 - 7:00pm

We are OPEN and love to meet you! But, we ask that you please contact us ahead of time to schedule a visit.

We would love for you to come in for a visit - we will give you a tour of our studios, answer any of your questions and help you get registered for 2020/21 classes!

If you would like more information about Crossings and what we offer, please contact us!

If these days or times do not work with your schedule, please contact us and we would be happy to arrange an individual appointment with you.