We are thrilled to announce that we will be able to offer in person December Open Houses this year. We know the dancers are very excited to show you what they have been up to in class and we are sure you share the excitement of finally being able to see them dance live! Open Houses are the final informal class showings before the holiday season begins.
Open Houses for classes ages 6 and up will occur the week of December 13th-18th at Royal City Mission Church. While we normally schedule these Open Houses in the studio, the larger church spaces will allow everyone to stay safely distanced. Please note that the scheduled times do not match your regular class times. A detailed schedule can be found below.
Participation in the Open Houses are not mandatory. Please let us know if your dancer prefers to not attend so we have an accurate list of who to expect. Anyone 18 and over must show proof of vaccination prior to entering the building as per government regulations. If you are unable to witness the show live, please let us know and we can video that class for you so you can see a virtual version.
Pre-Ballet and Creative Dance 3-5 classes will have their Open House class demonstration in the studio from November 28th-December 18th. We will have a maximum of 5 observers per class and no more than 1 person per family may attend. A sign up sheet will be sent out shortly.
Guelph Youth Dance will be closed for the holidays from December 19th-January 9th and the Winter session starts the week of January 10th. Please be sure to register if you have not already done so as space is limited.
Please note that the last day of regular classes for Fall session is December 11th.
FOR ALL CLASSES AGES 3-5 YEARS
The Open Houses will take place from November 28th-December 18th during the regular scheduled class times and in the GYD studios. A sign up sheet will be sent soon!
FOR ALL CLASSES AGES 6 AND UP
Location: Royal City Mission Church
Tuesday December 14th, Open House Time: 5:00-6:30pm
Dancers please arrive at 4:00pm for a pre show run through.
Apprentice II Company Ballet and Rehearsal
Young Company Ballet and Rehearsal
Contemporary 9-10 Technique and Composition (Thursday class only)
Contemporary 11-12 Technique and Composition
Jazz 8-11
Hip Hop 12-14
Jazz 12-14
Tuesday December 14th, 7:00-8:30pm
Dancers please arrive at 6:30pm
GYD Company Ballet and Rehearsal (Red and Blue groups)
Contemporary 13-14 Technique and Composition
Contemporary 15 and up Technique and Composition
Jazz 14 and Up (Friday class)
Thursday December 16th, 5:00-6:00pm
Dancers please arrive at 4:00pm for a pre show run through
Apprentice I Ballet and Rehearsal
Contemporary 7-8 Technique and Composition
Contemporary 9-10 Technique and Composition (Wednesday class only)
Hip Hop 8-11
Saturday December 18th, 10:00-11:00 am
Dancers please arrive at 9:30am for a pre show run through.
Ballet 6-8 (Monday class)
Ballet 6-8 (Tuesday class)
Ballet 6-8 (Saturday class)
Contemporary 6-7 (Saturday class)
COVID PROTOCOLS FOR OUR OPEN HOUSES
As we prepare for the Open Houses we will continue to implement the public health guidelines regarding Covid -19 as they are announced and make changes as necessary. Please know that while we have our fingers crossed that we can welcome audiences, we also know that we need to be ready to cancel at any moment. In this case we will film the final classes and share the videos through the portal.
We take pride in our facility and how it operates and would like to highlight the protocols we have in place at GYD to help our dance families stay healthy and safe. All these protocols will be in effect for all Open Houses at the Royal City Mission Church.
Dancers:
- ENTERING AND EXITING THE CHURCH: All dancers will enter the church building from Chapel Lane Church entrance (just up from the studio entrance).
Everyone entering the building must wear a mask at all times, including during performances. Remember non-medical masks or face coverings should:
-be made of at least 2 layers of tightly woven material fabric (such as cotton or linen), three layers with a filter layer is better.
-be large enough to completely and comfortably cover the nose and mouth without gaping
-allow for easy breathing
-fit securely to the head with ties or ear loops
-maintain their shape after washing and drying
-be comfortable and not require frequent adjustment
- Once your dancer is dropped off, you will be provided with hand sanitizer. Everyone must wash their hands prior to entering the church. You may bring your own sanitizer if you wish.
- We have four Open Houses for ages 6 and up planned so that we can keep the number of dancers and audience members low. Maximum number of dancers in each open house is 35.
- Dancers will continue to stay 6 feet apart backstage, during the Open House and in between class demonstrations. During the show, when they are not performing, dancers will be in the audience on seats placed a minimum of 6 feet apart.
- Dancers will be on the ground floor area and spectators will be in the balcony so that they will not cross paths or be near them in any way.
- The Open Houses will be under 1.5 hours and dancers should leave promptly following the Open House.
- We will have our 2 Hepa Filters in the Church building
- Food or eating will not be permitted. Dancers can bring their own water bottle and remove their masks while drinking only.
- Sneezes and Coughs: We are encouraging dancers to cough and sneeze into their shirt or arms, not in their hands. If your child has either of these symptoms we are asking them to stay home.
- Staff: Only healthy staff members (without symptoms) will be in the venue and all staff are fully vaccinated.
- All dancers 18 and over must be fully vaccinated.
- Pick-up –Each child will be dismissed as each parent comes to the back Church door (children 9 and under only). The line may be long so please be patient, this is all for the health and safety of your children. Dancers 10 and up may leave through the Church front door. If you prefer your dancer to wait for you in the back, please let us know in writing one day prior to your Open House.
Spectators
- All audience members ages 12 and up must be show proof of vaccinated and government ID prior to entering the building. No exceptions will be made without proof of medical exemption.
- All audience members must wear a mask when in the building.
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the Open House so that we can be sure to start on time.
- Each family is encouraged to make their own decision about coming to the Open House. Please do what you feel comfortable with and what makes the most sense for you and your family. Your health and safety are most important to us!! We will video the final week of class demonstrations so those that cannot attend can witness what the dancers have been up to.
- Please bring no more than 4 family or friend members per GYD dancer. This should keep our audience under 140. All audience members will be seated in the second floor balcony. The balcony seats 200 and therefore audience members will be able to stay safely distanced.
- Dancer Pick up. Please only have one parent or caregiver pick up you dancer to avoid crowding. Dancers 9 and under should be picked up at Chapel Lane and those 10 and over will be picked up on Quebec Street.
Thank you for following these protocols! We are happy to be able to provide a sneak peek into what your dancers are up to while keeping everyone safe.
