ADULT & CHILDREN’S WINTER 2025 GROUP CLASS SCHEDULE
Winter adult session: January 6 – February 23 (7 weeks)
Early spring adult session: February 24 – April 13 (8 weeks)
MONDAY
Online & instudio private sessions through the day.
Ballet Barre & Stretch (Adult Group Class)
This fluid ballet class kicks off the dancing week with thoughtful barre exercises, as well as stretches that target the hips, shoulders and torso and legs. Classical music accompanies this class. A 3-4 minute non-stop, moving ballet combination is offered at the end of class.
Instudio & Zoom (sky) studio availability.
7:30-8:35pm
TUESDAY
Online & instudio private sessions through the day.
The Dancer’s Blend; A class combining Ballet, Limon contemporary, stretch, and strength (Adult Group Class)
This class is a cross between a dance technique class and dancer workout. It begins with a 10 minute floor stretch that evolves into a contemporary standing barre. Cardio is included – Be prepared for 32 jumping jacks! Classical or contemporary instrumental music accompanies this class.
7:30-8:40pm
Zoom (sky) studio availability
WEDNESDAY
Online & instudio private sessions through the day.
Pilates: Strength & Stretch (Adult Group Class)
A traditional Pilates mat class taught with a therapeutic dancer approach! This class incorporates strengthening mat work as well the traditional pilates stretches. Foam cylinders are optional for this class.
Note: Cameras are on throughout this class.
6:15-7:15pm
Zoom (sky) studio availability only.
THURSDAY
Online & private sessions through the day.
Floor Barre (Adult Group Class)
This class is one of Natasha’s faves. Not only does it support dance technique, it supports moving through life! It is the ideal class for strengthening, lengthening and increasing movement awareness.
Zoom (sky) studio availability only.
12noon -12:30pm
Adult Ballet II/Intm 1 Class
This class begins with a postural dance segue that prepares the body and spirit for the ballet class. The barre and centre introduce, refresh and strengthen the ballet fundamentals through repetition and thoughtful class construction.
7:30 -8:30pm
FRIDAY
Online & instudio private sessions through the day.
The Moving Sketchbook (Magical & Creative Dancer Class)
Winter Lines: Dancing & Drawing
Friday 10-10:45am
Dates: January 17 through February 28 (7 classes)
Ages 6 and up
This class begins with on the ground stretch time. It then evolves into creative movement exploration inspired by winter’s landscape and creatures. The class then does two to three timed drawing exercises followed by a drawing circle that presents 3 winter inspired class drawing projects. Drawing circle discussion will center around the use of the sketchbook and its possibilities. Art historical references are incorporated. Graphite technique is nurtured for older participants. Participants are encouraged to share their creative experiences and thoughts about nature, art and creativity. Also, each class will have a post class email sent including artists mentioned and a creative journaling question for the week. References will also be included.
Note: The post class email can be subscribed to as a way to extend arts education possibilities.
Class limit: 4 devices
Fee: 119$ (7 weeks)
SATURDAY
Online & instudio private sessions through the day.
Intermediate Ballet Barre (Adult Group Class)
This class incorporates the week’s barre exercises and increases the technical, musical and artistic challenge. The class’ emphasis on energy and line help the participants develop tools that increase awareness and strengthen technical knowledge and abilities as applied to their individual anatomy.
Instudio & Zoom (sky) studio availability.
12-1:30pm
Intermediate Ballet Centre (Adult Group Class)
Ballet centre builds on the barre exercise themes of alignment, artistry, musicality, energy and line. Moving shapes through space will be discussed and explored. The class presents this work through a full centre including adagio, turns, petite allegro, gran allegro and coda.
Instudio & Zoom (sky) studio availability.
1:30-2:55/3:05pm
SUNDAY
Movement Prayer in the Inbox.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Facebook: Content relevant to the studio’s classes.
https://www.facebook.com/p/Natasha-Royka-Studio-Movement-Art-100063488234995
Instagram: Shares Natasha’s world as an artist teacher, creative dancer and studio creator.
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Youtube: The NRStudio dances and creates.
https://www.youtube.com/@natasharoykastudio8946
SEPT 2024 – AUGUST 2025 FEES
ONLINE CLASS FEES.
Adult Group Classes:
30 minute class: 14$
60/70 minute class: 22$
Online class card fee: 176$ (8/1 hour classes includes 5$ gratitude credit)
Online Private Pilates/Creative Mentoring: 4/1 hour sessions: 204$*
4/30 minute sessions: 146$*
INSTUDIO CLASS FEES.
Instudio class registration details: Instudio registration is based on the 8 week session. Payments are payable by etransfer, cheque or cash. Classes must be used within the session. Cash, credit and/or make ups cannot be carried forward into a new session.
60/70 minute class: 8 week registration: 240$
Instudio Private Pilates/Creative Mentoring:
4/1 hour sessions: 234$*
4/30 minute sessions: 171$*
Saturday Ballet Class:
Barre/8 week registration: 240$*
Barre & Center/8 week registration: 256$*
* The studio offers a 10% discount to students, seniors and artists.
Information: [email protected]
NATASHA ROYKA STUDIO INSTUDIO, MAKE UP, CANCELLATION, COMMUNICATION & PRIVACY POLICIES
A.). Masks and social distancing are required for instudio classes. In order to keep our communities safe , we ask you to please stay home if you are sick. The sky studio is available for class if desired.
B.) Need to miss an instudio group class? Please email [email protected] if you are unable to make class. Make ups can be made in Monday, Tuesday or Thursday 7:30pm instudio group dance class by arrangement with Natasha. Makeups need to be done within the session they were purchased in. Missed classes cannot be refunded for cash, credit or carried forward to the next session.
C.). Need to miss a pilates, creative mentoring or dancing private session? Please contact [email protected] by 9pm the evening before your class. Cancellations made the day of the scheduled class will be charged 50% of the class fee.
D.). Communication. Class registration, questions and inquiries are done primarily through email. This is the recommended communication approach when contacting the studio. Thank you!
D.). The Studio’s privacy policy. The Natasha Royka Studio will never sell, trade, rent, exchange or otherwise share your personal information with any other person, company or organization.