Celebrating 25 years as BC's premier dance school!

​1.  How does your school work?

 

At XBa, students are grouped together by age and not ability level.  We have found that it is crucial for students’ mental health to be with their peers and not put into classes with significantly younger students just because they might not have previous dance experience.

 

 

2. Can I/my dancer take any class without experience?

 

There are only 3 Recreational classes on the schedule that require previous experience: Senior Pointe, Senior Contemporary and Intermediate / Advanced Adult Contemporary.  A minimum of 2 years of training in Contemporary and/or Ballet are required.  

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For all other classes, no experience is necessary, however a strong work ethic is mandatory.  Please see Question #8 for more information regarding the Pointe class.

 

 

3.  Can I/my dancer come try a class?

 

Free class trials will be offered during the following times:

 

Monday June 2 to Saturday June 7 TBC

Monday September 8 to Saturday September 13 TBC

 

Dancers are welcome to come try any age/level-appropriate class during the free trial weeks if the classes aren't already full.  

Trial classes after September 13 will be $30 per hour class and $40 per 1.5 hour class until September 30.  Trial fees will be applied to the regular season fees if you decide to register.  

 

Trial classes will not be offered after September 30.

 

 

4. How long is the dance season?

 

Our season runs from September to June, with two breaks at Christmas (December/January) and Spring (March), just like the elementary and high schools.

 

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5. Do I have to register for the full season? 

 

Yes!  Our training program is designed for a 10-month season, we do not accept registrations for single or partial months.  

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6. What is the Withdrawal Policy?

 

Tuition fees are non-refundable on/after September 1.  Withdrawals are strongly discouraged as dancers will miss out on not only valuable physical activity, but positive mental health stimulation and community building as well.  Extensive scientific and medical research has shown that physical activity and exercise have been linked to improved mental health in kids, teens and adults.  If a dancer is unhappy with a class or style, a change can be made until December 31.

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Program/class changes or withdrawals made on or after September 1 will be subject to our policy:

• Upon making a withdrawal request, the dancer cannot attend any more classes effective immediately.

• If a withdrawal is made after a change of class/style, a withdrawal fee will be charged.  If that fee goes unpaid, the dancer cannot attend XBa in the future.

• Refunds are only granted if a dancer cannot participate in classes due to a medical condition/issue, and must be accompanied by a doctor's note.

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7. What is the International Certification in Dance Studies Program?

 

The ICDS Program is accredited by UNESCO’s International Dance Council.  XBa is the only dance education facility in Western Canada to offer this program to our dancers.  There are minimum eligibility requirements all dancers must meet, and more information can be found here.

 

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8.  Is the Pointe class available to recreational dancers?

 

Pointe will be available to recreational dancers aged 13-17 with previous Contemporary and/or Ballet experience.  The prospective pointe dancer must pass an assessment done by our Director and Ballet Instructor of the dancer's feet to determine if they will be right for Pointe work.

 

Recreational dancers admitted into Pointe are required to register for the Senior / Intermediate Ballet class to properly maintain their dance training.  Registration in additional classes is strongly recommended!

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9. Where are you located?

 

Our mailing address is:

 

#6 1990 152nd Street

Surrey, BC

V4A 4N6

 

The entrance to the studio is located at 152A Street and 20th Avenue, at the back of the building.