Classes

Dance is for everyone! Our classes celebrate the joy of movement.

Students build confidence through body awareness, strength, agility, and flexibility. Over time, they can explore the mind-body connection that nurtures creativity, self-expression, teamwork, and inner calm.

Classes are held in burk’s falls (stay tuned for classes in kearney, too!)

 

Pre-school Dance Basics (3-6 years old)

Wednesdays - 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. or Saturdays - 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Starts January 15 - Register anytime! Minimum registration 8 weeks.

With creativity and physicality a high priority, students will gain body awareness, fine and gross motor skills, turn taking and sharing, and some basic musical knowledge while having fun.

Students must have turned 3 by the first class date.

 

Junior Dance Basics (4-7 years old)

Wednesdays - 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Starts January 15 - Register anytime! Minimum registration 8 weeks.

This class will focus on creativity, physicality, body awareness, working with others in small groups, and developing some basic dance skills. Students will gain confidence and see the benefits of working towards a goal. While encouraging listening skills, students will also be encouraged to share their own ideas when appropriate, to make their own dance ideas come to life.

Students must have turned 4 by the first class date.

 

Technique + Routines (INTERVIEW REQUIRED)

Wednesdays - 5 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Starts January 15th - Register anytime! Minimum registration 8 weeks.

This class requires an interview with parent and child to ensure they are looking for a commitment to learn some more complex aspects of dance. We will still make room for some improvising and dancing in "our own styles" but with an emphasis on building on practice, discipline, and long term growth in dance knowledge, skills, and ability.

 

ADULTS ALL LEVEL DANCE

Wednesdays - 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Starts January 8th - Class pass + drop-in options available.

Experience a dynamic blend of ballet conditioning, structured routines, and free-flow movement in our adult dance class. Build strength, agility, and confidence while embracing joy, playfulness, and a renewed sense of fun—perfect for body and mind! Mature youth are welcome.

 

Advanced Movers/Private Lessons

Saturdays - 9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Starts January 15 - Register anytime! Minimum registration 8 weeks.

”Advanced movers” means you already have a good understanding of body mechanics from some movement practice such as yoga, Pilates, personal training, martial arts, or other movement practice. These classes will spend less time on the basics of good mechanics. This is a technical class as well as creative, some days we may sweat, some days we may hone in on stillness and breathe.

 

All Abilities Dance, All Ages

Saturdays - 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Starts January 15 - Register anytime! Minimum registration 8 weeks.

With an emphasis on creating a welcoming space to those with diverse needs. (Parents/assistants encouraged to join in the dance, no extra cost).

 

What our students are saying about classes with the SPACE Upstairs

“My kids have loved being part of the SPACE Upstairs with Jillian since it opened. It's so much more than just a dance class for them. Rather than just learning steps, they have cultivated a true love and joy of movement through working with Jillian. Her love for the arts is clear and the kids are soaking it up. They have so much fun being able to express themselves through dance and their confidence in how they move their bodies has grown exponentially since starting there. We are so thankful to be part of such a special experience.” ~ Rachel

“I feel fortunate to be able to attend Jillian’s adult dance classes through the SPACE Upstairs. As someone with previous dance training, I’m impressed by the calibre of teaching that Jillian offers but also love that previous experience isn’t at all necessary. Jillian invites us all to try new movements, creating challenges if we want them, offers wonderful visual cues to help us understand the steps, and makes it fun and easy to follow along. Her classes are warm and welcoming and her enthusiasm for dance and play is contagious. I always come away feeling grateful for moving my body in new ways, getting some exercise, and connecting with the community Jillian has created.” ~ Stephanie

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • In Burk’s Falls, classes take place at 39 Copeland St, Burk’s Falls, above the Burk’s Falls Library. We offer classes on Wednesdays and Saturdays in Burk’s Falls.

    We will be announcing expanded areas in Almaguin soon - stay tuned for updates!

  • For our kids’ classes, we require minimum 8-week registration. An 8-week registration ensures students have the opportunity to build momentum and continuity in their learning. It allows for deeper connections with classmates and instructors while creating space to progressively build on skills and concepts week by week, fostering growth, confidence, and creativity.

    Drop-in classes are available for adult dance only.

  • Yes! We offer financial assistance to ensure our classes are accessible to everyone—please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need support. Additionally, if you have 3 or more kids in various classes or register for 3 or more classes yourself, discounts are available. Contact us to learn more!

  • Yes, we do! Classes may not run if registration is below 4 students. We will be in touch as soon as possible if you register for a class that does not meet the minimum student count.