Watch this page for upcoming session-based classes at Bend Academy! Our sessions typically run seasonally in 6-16 week increments. Session-based classes are for training only and do not participate in a recital. Please read below for class details. If you have any questions please email bendacroacademy@gmail.com or call 431-792-5678.

For information on Full Season classes please visit the CLASSES page.

Sessions	Dates
Fall 2025	September 8 – December 21, 2025
Winter 2026	January 5 – March 29, 2026
Spring 2026	April 6 – June 15, 2026
Summer 2026	July 6 – August 14, 2026

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Summer 2026 Session

July 6 – August 14, 2026

Registration for the Summer Session opens April 27 at 9:00am! Summer classes are a great opportunity to keep up training over the summer, advance existing skills, or try something new! Scroll down to see our summer offerings!

Our summer classes tend to be more geared towards students with existing experience who want to continue their training over the summer. If you have a more beginner student and don’t see a class offering what you’re looking for, check out our SUMMER CAMPS! We have recreational and intensive camps available for ages 6-18. Our camps offer a mix of dance, acro, and aerial instruction along with theatre & singing during the Dance & Theatre weeks!

If you are looking for a full season class (September-June) please see our CLASSES page. Info for our 2026-2027 classes will be available early May!

If you have any questions about our programs please take a look at our Registration Guide. The guide can answer almost all questions you may have about Bend Academy programs. If after consulting the guide you still have questions please email bendacroacademy@gmail.com.

CLICK HERE FOR OUR 2025-2026 REGISTRATION GUIDE

If you have any questions about our session-based classes or any programs at Bend Academy please CONTACT US.

Summer 2026 Session Classes

WEDNESDAYS
Ms. Melanie:		Ms. Christine:
4:30-5:30	Acro 2 (ages 8+)	4:30-5:30	Aerial Silks & Hoop 1 & 2 (ages 10+)
5:30-6:30	Acro 3 (ages 10+)	5:30-6:30	Aerial Silks & Hoop 1 & 2 (ages 8+)
6:30-7:30	Acro 4 (ages 12+)	6:30-7:30	Aerial Silks & Hoop 1 & 2 (ages 10+)
7:30-8:45	Acro All Stars (ages 13+) Invitation Only	7:30-8:30	Aerial Silks & Hoop 1 & 2 (ages 12+)
		8:30-9:30	Aerial Silks & Hoop 1 & 2 (ages 18+)

VARIOUS DAYS

Drop In Classes Keep an eye out as we’ll have some drop in style dance technique classes for dancers wanting to take classes over the summer.

Private Lessons One on one or semi-private lessons are available by request over the summer. Please email bendacroacademy@gmail.com to book.

Acro

Work safely & progressively on flexibility, strength, balancing, limbering, tumbling, and partnering in an acro class! Elite instruction & options for various levels.

• 1 hour classes – $140 + GST
• 1.25 hour classes – $160 + GST

Dress code: Bodysuit (any colour) with tights, leggings, or shorts OR tight fitted shirt with leggings or shorts. Long hair to be worn tied back. Please note for acro there is a lot of going upside down, rolls & headstands incorporated in class. Please keep that in mind when dressing for the class and avoid high ponytails or buns that hinder rolls and headstands.

IMPORTANT: Please read the level prerequisites before registering. Use the level prerequisites to find the class most appropriate for your student.

Class Level Descriptions & Prerequisites:

Acro 2: A novice level class where we continue to perfect our acro fundamentals and start to move beyond the basics. This class is best suited for students with 1-2 years of previous acro experience or related experience (i.e. gymnastics, dance, etc.)

• Acrobatic Arts Levels 3 & 4
• Ages 8+
• Students should be comfortable executing the following prerequisite skills:
  • 5 regular push-ups in a row
  • Hollow body hold (10 seconds)
  • Handstand facing wall (30 seconds)
  • Teddy bear stand
  • Bridge from standing
  • Bridge kick over from height
  • Understanding of square splits
  • Cartwheel (both sides)

Acro 3: An intermediate level class where we start to work towards more intricate acrobatic skills and variations. This class is best suited for students with 3+ years of previous acro experience or related experience (i.e. gymnastics, dance, etc.)

• Acrobatic Arts Levels 5-6
• Ages 10+
• Students should be comfortable executing the following prerequisite skills:
  • 5 tricep push-ups in a row
  • 15 v-snaps
  • Handstand facing wall (1 minute)
  • All splits within 6 inches of the ground
  • Can hold headstands, chest stands, and forearm stands for minimum 10 seconds each, leg position optional.
  • Front and back walkover on at least 1 side.
  • 1 hand cartwheel on both sides with either hand.
  • Dive cartwheel
  • Hurdle round-off

Acro 4: An advanced level class where we work towards challenging skills and pushing the boundaries of our acrobatic abilities. This class is best suited for students with 5+ years of previous acro experience or related experience (i.e. gymnastics, dance, etc.)

• Acrobatic Arts Levels 7-8
• Ages 12+
• Students should be comfortable executing the following prerequisite skills:
  • 10 tricep push-ups in a row
  • 20 v-snaps
  • Handstand facing wall (1 minute)
  • All splits within 4 inches of the ground
  • Chest stand, forearm stand, shoulder stand, and handstand with straight legs (10 seconds each)
  • Handstand walking
  • Front & back walkover (both sides)
  • Rolling tinsica from knees
  • Side and/or front aerial (at least 1 side)
  • Back handspring (dancer either already has their back handspring or at least has the previous experience to do them already with a light spot)

Acro All Stars: An elite level class for very advanced acrobats. This class is by invitation only and is best suited for students with 5+ years of previous acro experience. To be considered for this class please email the studio. This class is geared towards those looking for a very advanced class that need more of a challenge beyond Acro 4.

• Acrobatic Arts Pre-Professional Levels 1-3
• Ages 13+
• Students at this level should have high level strength, conditioning, and strong technical dance training. They should be comfortable easily executing all of the skills from Acro 4 plus a front aerial, back tuck (optional entrance), and have flat splits in all directions.
• If you are interested in joining this class please email bendacroacademy@gmail.com. An assessment may have to be scheduled to determine if this class is a fit for your student if you are new to Bend.

Aerial

• 1 hour classes – $160 + GST

Come fly with us in an aerial class! Classes include expert instruction in both aerial silks and hoops. Our summer classes are all listed as levels 1 & 2 — meaning they’re inclusive of beginners and those with some existing experience.

Dress code: Please come dressed in leggings and a bodysuit or fitted top. Bodysuits are best for going upside down as they stay securely in place. A fitted shirt can also work. Long hair is to be worn tied back. Please do not wear anything with zippers, clasps, or notions that could potentially snag on the aerial silks and damage them. No fake nails, jewelry of any kind or anything sharp that could damage the fabric.

IMPORTANT: Students ages 12 and under are required to be concurrently enrolled in an acro class as a prerequisite to take aerial.

Drop In Classes

Keep an eye out for drop in dance classes this summer! Drop in classes are a way to keep up your dance technique, try something new, and continue training over the summer. A drop in class schedule will be released closer to the start summer. Pre-registration online will be required.

Private Lessons

One on one and small group private training is available by request over the summer. Private lessons are ideal for students with specific goals looking for tailored instruction from our expert staff. To book please email bendacroacademy@gmail.com and include what style you are looking for training in and if you are requesting a specific teacher.

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Spring 2026 Session

April 6 – June 15, 2026

Registration for the spring session opens February 24 at 9:00am! Session-based classes offer a fantastic opportunity for a shorter commitment without a recital performance. They’re a great way to try something new and see if your child likes it before signing up for a longer term class. Scroll down to see our spring offerings!

If you are looking for a full season class (September-June) please see our CLASSES page.

If you have any questions about our programs please take a look at our Registration Guide. The guide can answer almost all questions you may have about Bend Academy programs. If after consulting the guide you still have questions please email bendacroacademy@gmail.com.

CLICK HERE FOR OUR 2025-2026 REGISTRATION GUIDE

If you have any questions about our session-based classes or any programs at Bend Academy please CONTACT US.

Youth Spring 2026 Session Classes

Class	Day & Time	Session Cost
Creative Movement (ages 3-5) *intro to dance for little ones	Tuesday 4:30-5:15	$160 + GST
Discover Dance (ages 6-8) *multi-style beginner dance class: ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop	Saturday 12:15-1:15	$200 + GST
Acro & Aerial 2 (ages 8-12)* experience required	Saturday 1:15-2:30	$300 + GST
Acro & Aerial 1 (ages 8-12) *beginner friendly	Saturday 2:30-3:45	$300 + GST
Acro & Aerial 1 (ages 6-8) *beginner friendly	Saturday 4:00-5:15	$300 + GST

Class Descriptions:

Creative Movement

• Tuesday 4:30-5:15, ages 3-5 ($160 + GST)

The perfect starter dance class for little ones! Learn basic dance skills and movements while improving coordination, physical literacy, and listening skills in an imaginative and fun atmosphere!

Dress code: Please dress in comfortable and flexible dancewear like a leotard and tights and have long hair tied back. Students are asked to wear ballet shoes or bare feet for this class.

Discover Dance

• Saturday 12:15-1:15, ages 6-9 ($200 + GST)

A beginner level multi-style class that allows students to experience and enjoy various genres of dance! Students will try ballet, jazz, hip hop, and tap dancing. The perfect way to get a feel for various styles and let young dancers try it all! In this fun, energetic class, kids will explore four fantastic styles:

• Ballet: Learn grace, posture, and foundational technique.
• Jazz: Develop flexibility, rhythm, and show-stopping flair.
• Tap: Make music with their feet and boost coordination.
• Hip Hop: Build confidence with fresh, funky moves.

Dress code: Please dress in comfortable and flexible dancewear and have long hair tied back. If students have ballet, jazz, and/or tap shoes already they can bring their own. Please bring clean indoor runners for the tap and hop hop weeks. We have tap shoes available to borrow but students can tap in their runners if we don’t have their size of tap shoes available. Weeks 1-3 will be ballet, weeks 4-6 jazz, weeks 7-8 tap, weeks 9-10 hip hop.

Acro & Aerial

• Level 2: Saturday 1:15-2:30, ages 8-12 ($300 + GST)
• Level 1: Saturday 2:30-3:45, ages 8-12 ($300 + GST)
• Level 1: Saturday 4:00-5:15, ages 6-9 ($300 + GST)

Live out your circus dreams in our Acro & Aerial combo classes! Students will learn fundamentals of acro, aerial silks, and aerial hoop skills. Each class is a 50/50 split of acro and either aerial silks or aerial hoop. Flexibility, body awareness, strength, and acro skills learned on the ground will help students safely progress in their aerial training. Students will develop strength, control, coordination, and confidence in this class!

Levels: Please note the 1:15 class is listed as Level 2. Level 2 is only recommended for children who have already taken minimum one, preferably two seasonal sessions of the Level 1 class already. Level 1 is inclusive to new beginner students but also an option to those who may have already taken a session of Level 1 and want to continue building their basic skills before moving to Level 2.

Dress code: Please come dressed leggings and a bodysuit or fitted top. Bodysuits are best for going upside down as they stay securely in place. A fitted shirt can also work. Long hair is to be worn tied back. Please do not wear anything with zippers, clasps, or notions that could potentially snag on the aerial silks and damage them. No fake nails, jewelry of any kind or anything sharp that could damage the fabric.

Adult Rolling Registration Classes Starting Fall 2025

For adult classes we’re trying something new! Instead of the usual session-based options we’re introducing Rolling Registration! Rolling Registration is an option we’re offering for our adult classes to accommodate work & life schedules. RR classes are ongoing full season classes that can be joined at any time throughout the season so as the student fits the level of the class and there is room available. Registration can be cancelled at any time with a minimum one month’s notice by email. This provides an option for adult students to essentially freeze their membership if there is a point in the season they cannot attend and resume when they are able. Rolling Registration classes do not participate in recitals. Rolling Registration is only available for select marked classes.

For pricing please visit the DATES & PRICING page. Rolling Registration classes are paid by automated monthly credit card payments on the first of the month. 45 minute classes are $47 + GST per month, 1 hour dance classes are $59 + GST per month, 1 hour aerial classes are $75 + GST per month.

Class	Day & Time
Adult Tap 1 & 2 (beginner/intermediate)	Tuesday 8:00-9:00
Adult Aerial Silks & Hoop 1 (beginner)	Thursday 7:45-8:45
Adult Aerial Silks & Hoop 2 (intermediate)	Thursday 8:45-9:45
Adult Flexibility 1 (beginner)	Friday 12:00-12:45

Here’s our current schedule. All of the classes marked “SS” on the Full Season schedule are Seasonal Sessions. The schedule is subject to change based on registration and demand.