UKRAINIAN DANCE FUNDAMENTALS
The School is comprised of students ranging in age from three and half to adult. The Fundamentals of Ukrainian Dance classes teach basic skills and steps to children from four to sixteen. Fundamentals classes run once to twice per week on various dates and times. Our highest fundamental class, grade 7, dances two nights a week
GRACE BEYOND THE STUDIO
Discipline. Elegance. Passion.
Grace Beyond The Studio
Ballet is more than movement — it’s a language of discipline, balance, and inner strength. At Tryzub’s Saturday Ballet School, students of all levels discover how grace learned at the barre translates into everyday confidence.
Discipline Shapes Young Minds
Through focused repetition, posture, and precision, ballet teaches more than technique — it cultivates patience, self-awareness, and perseverance. These are life skills our dancers carry with them beyond the stage.
Movement With Cultural Heart
Rooted in tradition and driven by expression, ballet at Tryzub embraces both classical training and cultural pride. It’s where artistic excellence meets identity, shaping dancers who move with meaning.
SYLLABUS FOR
UKRAINIAN DANCE
The Syllabus for Ukrainian Dance (SUD) is a fully researched and developed curriculum program that ensures correct advancement of dance skill and technique and enhances the dance training process by:
- Offering consistency in training
- Providing logical progression from one level to the next
- Standardizing the use of terminology
- Standardizing the style and technique of steps and exercises
SYLLABUS FOR
UKRAINIAN DANCE
Throughout the year, dancers follow a pre-determined course of study, including set exercises at the barre, from the corner, and in the centre.
These exercises are set to custom-orchestrated music.
They complement the learning process and contribute to the overall long-term development of the dancer.
Every new exercise and skill learned is like a fresh piece of a puzzle.
When the puzzle is complete, a dancer should have the technical skills to work at a high dance level.
In this manner, we ensure proper growth and critical skill development while providing students with a solid foundation of skills and knowledge in dance theatre, drama, and ethnography.
“In House” evaluations are offered annually. These evaluations build confidence and provide students with a sense of achievement and an indication of their technical ability.
JR. TRYZUB
Junior Tryzub provides the opportunity for dancers 12 to 18 to increase their level of technical ability and develop the skills and passion that are Tryzub.
They are the highest level of the Tryzub School of Ukrainian Dance.
Junior Tryzub performs at various events to increase their exposure in the Calgary community.
They rehearse for two-and-a-half hours, twice weekly, focusing on technique and building a dance repertoire, as a means for a seamless transition into the Ensemble.
AUDITIONS
JUNIOR TRYZUB
Check back in Spring 2026 for more audItion information.
If you are interested in joining us.
Please contact our Artistic Director Shane Gibson to arrange an audition.
Adult
Classes
Recreational:
fundamentals.
Recommended for beginner to intermediate dancers. Focused on fitness and Ukrainian dance
Advanced:
Recommended for adults who have previous dance experience. Classes offer intermediate to advanced ballet barre and technique.
Adult
Classes Registration
For decades, the Tryzub Adult Class has been the heartbeat of the Ukrainian Community in Calgary.
Representing all ages and skill levels, the Tryzub Adult Class is about getting together with the ``community`` as much as it was about Ukrainian Dance.
Whether your goals be fitness, celebrating Ukrainian culture, or just being social with friends, the Tryzub Adult Class accommodates
Ukrainian Dance Camps
2026 Summer
Dance Camps
Registration now open!
Our summer camps offer two different programs, and each camp is one week long.
Limited class sizes (20 max), with bilingual instruction (English/Ukrainian).
Parent viewing at end of last day.
Dance and Activity Camps (ages 4 to 7 & 8-12)
Full day camp with 1/2 day dance instruction and 1/2 day craft activities. Choose from 2 weeks (each camp is 1 week):
July 7-11
July 21-25
Time: 9 am to 4 pm daily
Intensive Dance Camps: (ages 10+)
Dancers in the Ukrainian Dance Intensive will receive a full day Ukrainian Dance instruction. One week only. Dancers will focus on advanced ballet and dance technique, and body mechanics. You’ll also learn fun and creative choreographic works and explore your inner Ukrainian Dance character.You do not need to be Ukrainian to join this camp, everyone is welcome!
July 14-18
Time: 9 am to 4 pm daily
Cost per week:
Early bird (ends Mon June 9): $250
After Mon June 9: $300
CUAET Pricing (proof required):
Early bird (ends Mon June 9): $100
After Mon June 9: $150
Before/After Camp Care:
8:30 am to 9:00 am & 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm – cost $50 for 1 week ($40 for Aug 5-8)
Location of Dance Camps and Before/After Care:
Tryzub Studios – #115, 3953 – 112 Ave SE
To Register:
Registration: Click HERE for a link to register! If you are new to DSP, you will need to set up an account in order to register.
Dance footwear is recommended. No running shoes allowed.
If you have any questions, please email tryzubschool@tryzub.ca