Contemporary 7-9yrs

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NEW TEACHER and CLASS and AGE!!

Contemporary is a style of dance that combines elements of several genres, including modern, release, classical technique, and more. Often, in terms of the focus of its technique, contemporary dance can combine floorwork and modern dance’s stress on the torso, but it is not confined to these techniques.

Contemporary at DanceFusion employs modern technique, release, floor work, emotive qualities, and improvisation.

We look to be adventurous, curious, relevant, and inspiring, and we want to express emotion through music!
Dancers develop coordination, musicality and artistry.

Fall Session runs from Sept 18th-Dec 11th, 2026

Cost is $250 + GST

See Info page for multi-class discount structure.

Emily is a ballet and contemporary dance instructor who grew up dancing at Kootenay DanceWorks in Rossland, BC. During her years at the studio Emily participated in the pre-professional training program and danced in leading roles. Now she is being mentored by Renee Salsiccioli, the studio director of KDW and a graduate of the Palucca University of Dance Dresden Master Dance Teacher program, while continuing to pursue professional development opportunities to further her training. Through this mentorship, Emily has explored new pedagogical approaches through hands-on teaching, choreography, anatomy, and injury prevention.

She is currently enrolled in a Dance Science and Dance Medicine course through the Austrian Academy of Dance Medicine and Pedagogy, under the direction of Dr.
Judith-Elisa Kaufman.

Alongside academic work, Emily has assisted with the choreography and production of KDW’s Charlotte’s Web and many other similar projects. She is
passionate about creating a safe and supportive environment where every student feels
valued, connected, and supported. Emily is excited to share her love for ballet technique and creative expression, while guiding dancers to discover their own artistic voice.

 

Contemporary Open 12-14yrs

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This class has been so popular we have added another class to accommodate a wider range of ages. See Civic Performing Arts Studio for Contemporary 14-18yrs.

Contemporary is a style of dance that combines elements of several genres, including modern, release, classical technique, and more, depending on the instructor and choreography. Often, in terms of the focus of its technique, contemporary dance can combine floorwork and modern dance’s stress on the torso but is not confined to these techniques. Contemporary at DanceFusion also employs contact-release, floor work, and good tunes. We look to be adventurous, curious, relevant and inspiring.
Dancers develop coordination, musicality and artistry.

Open-level, no prior experience needed.

The term runs from Sept 18th-Dec 11th 2026. 

The fee is $262 + GST.

Emily is a ballet and contemporary dance instructor who grew up dancing at Kootenay DanceWorks in Rossland, BC. During her years at the studio Emily participated in the pre-professional training program and danced in leading roles. Now she is being mentored by Renee Salsiccioli, the studio director of KDW and a graduate of the Palucca University of Dance Dresden Master Dance Teacher program, while continuing to pursue professional development opportunities to further her training. Through this mentorship, Emily has explored new pedagogical approaches through hands-on teaching, choreography, anatomy, and injury prevention.

She is currently enrolled in a Dance Science and Dance Medicine course through the Austrian Academy of Dance Medicine and Pedagogy, under the direction of Dr.
Judith-Elisa Kaufman.

Alongside academic work, Emily has assisted with the choreography and production of KDW’s Charlotte’s Web and many other similar projects. She is
passionate about creating a safe and supportive environment where every student feels
valued, connected, and supported. Emily is excited to share her love for ballet technique and creative expression, while guiding dancers to discover their own artistic voice.

90s Hip Hop-adult/older youth 15yrs+

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Love the music and moves of the Golden Age of Hip Hop? Then this one is for you. Sing along, groove, and move. Expect to sweat. Open level. Moves will be layered for a range of experience. Just indoor shoes and water.

Three options:

Full Session runs Sept 15th-Dec 8th     $275+gst

First Session runs Sept 15th-Oct 27th     $160 +gst

Second session runs Nov 3rd-Dec 8th   $138 +gst

For info on how to register with our new platform, refer to the short video tutorial at the top of the Schedule Page.

Acro Dance 9-12 Intermediate

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Acrobatic training teaches flexibility, balance, strength, discipline, and concentration. A dancer will gain more flexibility and strength thru progressive drills. Acrobatic movements can include handstands, hand balances, somersaults, walk-over variations, headstands, aerials, elbow stands, cartwheel variations and more! The goal is to place Acro skills into a dance routine, therefore blending artistry with athleticism.

Skills required:

  • Go from standing down to a bridge on their own, hold bridge for at least 10 sec with heels down.
  • Working on kick over, can do it on their own, ok if leg is not super straight.
  • Handstand with good form.
  • Leg straight cartwheel on one side
  • Bridge recover.
  • Hold plank for 60 seconds.

We will work safely from this base of skills.

Ballet is a pre-req for this class. Either Ballet 1 right before at 5pm OR Ballet 2 Thursdays 3:30- this level is by placement-email for info.  Exceptions may be made based on how many and what other classes dancers are enrolled in and have been enrolled in. Please email.

The Fall term runs from September 14 – December 7 2026

Cost is $285 + GST

Hip Hop Intermediate 9-12 yrs

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NEW CLASS LEVEL– Geared for experienced dancers who are ready to pick up choreography more quickly and have 3+yrs of years of experience in Hip Hop and are confident with the foundation and ready to challenge themselves with faster and more complex coordinations.

Please email ahead for placement in this class.

HipHop class will integrate party dances of the 80′s and 90′s to the present day, as well as choreography, across the floor moves, and the latest dance moves that make this dance unique. It includes a wide range of styles. Class will include conversations about HipHop Culture and its the history. This class will be fun and uplifting, and dancers will have a chance to add their own flair to the material taught.

Breaking will be covered as well, and will include go-downs, tops rocks, freezes and some footwork.

Dancers need to wear CLEAN indoor NON MARKING shoes 🙂

Fall Session runs from Sept.15th-Dec 8th, 2026

Cost is $262 + GST

See Info page for multi-class discount structure.

Fusion Evolve 14-17yrs

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This is a special class offered for intermediate students who are dedicated to pushing themselves in their dance training. This is not an open class and is by placement or auditon in the first week of classes.

Email for information about placement.

Dancers must be enrolled in Ballet and at least 2 other classes a week.

Appropriate for dancers with 3+ years of continuous prior dance experience in 3+ classes a week. 

The class will cover Contemporary and Ballet techniques and allow dancers to push their artistry and skill.

Commitment runs Sept– April 26th 2026.

Fall term runs Sept 17th-Dec 10th

Fall Fee is $285 + GST.

Performances: 

  • Day of the Dead: Sunday November 1st, 2027 (Nelson)
  • Kootenay Festival of the Arts: tentatively set for the first week of March 2027 (Trail)
  • Studio Showcase: April 23/24/25, 2027.
  • Additional performance opportunities may arise throughout the season.
  • Some additional rehearsals may be scheduled leading up to performance dates.

Fusion Ignite 12-14yrs

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Placement for this class happened in the spring term; late additions may be considered, please email.

Dancers must be enrolled in Ballet 2 imeediatly after this class and at leaast one ther class.

Appropriate for dancers with 3+ years of continuous prior dance experience in 2+ classes a week. 

The class will cover Contemporary and Ballet techniques and allow dancers to push their artistry and skill.

Commitment runs Sept– April 26th 2026.

Fall term runs Sept 17th-Dec 10th

Fall Fee is $262 + GST.

Performances: 

  • Day of the Dead: Sunday November 1st, 2027 (Nelson)
  • Kootenay Festival of the Arts: tentatively set for the first week of March 2027 (Trail)
  • Studio Showcase: April 23/24/25, 2027.
  • Additional performance opportunities may arise throughout the season.
  • Some additional rehearsals may be scheduled leading up to performance dates.

HipHop 9-12 yrs

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This class will explore Hip Hop along with other street dance styles, to express yourself through music and movement.

Slava will bring a playful, creative perspective to help guide students in their exploration of the foundations of Hip-Hop grooves, footwork, floorwork, and more. The class will include conversations about Hip-Hop Culture and its history and roots.

No prior experience is needed, moves will be layered for various experience levels. Bring an openness to learn, move and create.

The Fall term runs from September 14 – December 7 2026

Cost is $250 + GST

90s Cardio Hip Hop-lunch hour

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Love the music and moves of the Golden Age of Hip Hop? Then this one is for you. Sing along, groove, and move. Expect to sweat. Open level, no experience needed. Just indoor shoes and water.

Cost $60 + GST

For info on how to register with our new platform, refer to the short video tutorial at the top of the Schedule Page.

HipHop/Breaking ages 8-10yrs

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This all levels HipHop class will integrate party dances of the 80′s and 90′s to the present day, as well as choreography, across the floor moves, and the latest dance moves that make this dance unique. It includes a wide range of styles. Class will include conversations about Hip Hop Culture and its history. This class will be fun and uplifting, and dancers will have a chance to add their own favour to the material taught.

Breaking will be introduced as well, and will include go-downs, tops rocks, freezes and footwork.

Dancers need to wear CLEAN indoor NON-MARKING shoes 🙂

Term runs Sept 16th-Dec 9th.

Fee is $250 + GST