Performing Arts Programs
The NaAC’s performing arts division is a new addition to our mandate as a result of our acquisition of celebrated mixed ability dance company Momo Movement.
Style Specific Community Classes
Prioritizing access and inclusivity, NaAC’s Community Dance Classes welcome dancers 18+ of all skills, genders, and backgrounds. Inspired by Hip Hop, Jazz, and Musical Theatre, these classes offer a joyful space to express yourself, build skills at your own pace, and connect with community. With mixed-ability facilitation and a focus on individual access needs, NaAC empowers artists to become the movers and performers they dream to be. No experience required — all movement styles and abilities are welcome!
Professional Ensemble
The NaAC Dance Ensemble (formerly part of Momo Movement) continues to push the boundaries conceptually and physically. Through live and film performances, the Ensemble presents their work in multidisciplinary forms that include spoken word, visual art and movement. With over 10 years of experience, this collective continues to create original work showcasing the collaborative vision and practice of an all disability-represented ensemble.
Current Programming
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Dance Lab: Hip-Hop and Performance 101
Learn More: Dance Lab: Hip-Hop and Performance 101Thursdays Facilitator: Ashley Brodeur Dance Lab is a community-focused dance class designed for movers who want to deepen their skills while staying connected to the joy of movement. Each session […]
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Dance Party – Rhythm and Groove
Learn More: Dance Party – Rhythm and GrooveTuesdays Dance Party is a high-energy, community-focused dance class that celebrates movement, music, and connection. Each session features a fresh theme designed to spark joy and get everyone moving. Whether […]
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Intro to Piano
Learn More: Intro to PianoMondays During this 5-week class, students will learn the basics of piano/keyboard, explore music theory (video, practical application, and discussion), and jam with their peers! Please note that this class is best suited for artists who: A keyboard will […]
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Learn How to Learn
Learn More: Learn How to LearnMondays During this 4-week class, students will learn how to learn, through informative video content, taking part in group games and challenges (that center around music theory and pop culture), and discussions with their peers! This class is for […]
Dance FAQ
What are Community Dance Classes at the NaAC?
Prioritizing access and inclusivity, Community Dance Classes at the NaAC are created for dancers 18 years of age and older, from all skills, genders and backgrounds. Our classes focus onenjoying and experiencing elements from styles like Hip Hop and Broadway Jazz: Musical Theatre, as well as improvisation and personal expression. No experience is required, and all movement abilities and variations are welcome to attend!
What to expect at a NaAC dance class
Dance Classes at the NaAC are a great way to express yourself, find joy, laugh, try something new and be with community. During each class, we focus on building skills in the style in a way that caters to each individual and their access needs.
Here is what you can expect in one of our dance classes:
- Welcoming opening circle
- Warm Up
- Accessible style specific concepts and movements
- Around and across the floor movement
- Improvisation or movement sequences
- Closing circle
Dancers are encouraged to participate in a way that feels most comfortable and that might look different each week!
Accessibility needs
Our classes are taught at Wildflower Arts Centre in Calgary, where all spaces, including the washrooms are physically accessible. The Wildflower Arts Centre is close to transit and available for Access Calgary. Seated and standing dancers are welcome to attend, as well as anyone who uses a mobility device. If you have any questions or concerns about access, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Parking
Parking is available at the back of the building. Turn west on 8th Ave SW, then north on Poplar Road SW to access the parking lot. This (West entrance) is at ground level and has power doors.
How to join
Community Dance Classes at the NaAC are by registration only. Please visit our website to view current class registrations. Stay up to date on our newsletters, social media and website for registration information.
ASL intepretation
ASL interpretation is available upon request and we happily welcome Deaf/hard of hearing persons. Please let us know on your registration if this is something that you require.
Introductions and pronouns
At the beginning of each class, we open with a welcoming circle. This gives dancers an opportunity to introduce themselves, their pronouns and something they would like to share about themselves. As an organization that activity practices inclusivity, we respect and honour each person’s wishes to be referred to by only their name, or common pronouns such as She/Her, He/Him, They, Them.
Footwear and mobility devices
Dancers are welcome to wear clean, non-marking running shoes, socks or bare feet for dance classes. We would like to extend a reminder that there may be mobility devices and wheels moving in the space as well.
Wildflower Arts Centre
3363 Spruce Dr SW
Calgary, Alberta
T3C 3A3
Contact us for more information
If you have any questions or concerns about Community Dance Classes or the National accessArts Centre, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Manager of Performing Arts, Re Parsons.
As an organization striving for inclusivity, we always welcome feedback on how to best support you!