The Ballet 1/2 class is recommended for young dancers aged 6 years and older with at least 1 year of experience in dance. This classical ballet class focuses on developing fundamental dance skills with great attention to ballet technique, agility, posture, and fluidity of movement. In the Ballet 1/2 class, students will receive thorough training in the art of classical ballet, laying a strong foundation for their dance journey. Emphasis will be placed on practising the proper ballet techniques and refining their movements with grace and precision.Ballet classes are part of the full-season program, which includes two shows: the Christmas show and the annual show.

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Dress code

• Leotard (colour of choice), light pink tights, real light pink ballet shoes (or)

• White T-shirt, soft pants or leggings 

• Pink ballet shoes

• New policy for La Girandole's box of used shoes (please see the policy handbook) 

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Language Policy

• All dance classes are conducted in French. Therefore, registered dancers must have a good understanding of French in order to comply with the Association's mandate and speak in French at all times. La Girandole reserves the right to withdraw any dancer who does not meet this criterion adequately.

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Policy on Refunds

• The Association accepts refund requests for the full-season program up to four weeks after the start of the session, with the following administrative fees applied. After this period, the annual fees become non-refundable (starting from October 1st), unless there is a medical or family emergency.

• 1 week after the start of the session: Refund minus $75 administrative fee. 2 weeks after the start of the session: Refund minus $100 administrative fee. 3 weeks after the start of the session: Refund minus $125 administrative fee. 4 weeks after the start of the session: Refund minus $150 administrative fee.

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Click here for the Policy Manual 2023/23