We are so excited to introduce Katie to our teaching team.

This is fun and engaging class to build the foundation of Ballet technique. The class will use centre exercises, movements across the floor, stretching/strengthening to increase body awareness, alignment, flexibility, and coordination. Students will learn ballet positions and vocabulary and develop creative movement skills in a fun, age-appropriate way and in an inclusive atmosphere. This is a very popular class and is an excellent intro to dance.

Katie Thiessen grew up in Canmore, Alberta, and moved to Kelowna at 15, where she continued pursuing her passion for dance, which began at age three. She completed her ballet training up to Advanced 2 in the RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) syllabus, trained and performed as a member of the Canadian School of Ballet’s pre-professional company, and spent seven years teaching ballet and jazz at a local studio in Kelowna while attending university. Katie moved to Nelson in 2023, works as a school teacher by day, and is excited to share her love of dance with the Nelson community.

Runs from May 25th-June 22nd, 2026.

Cost is $90 + GST