ABOUT VIREO
VIREO School of Performing Arts Ltd. is a full service dance studio located in the heart of downtown Courtenay. VIREO is known for our uniquely positive and nurturing environment, for our knowledgeable and invested instructors, and for the excellent quality dance training we provide. VIREO offers all styles of dance including Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Theatre Dance, AcroDance, Tumbling, ISTD Tap, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Modern, and more. We are proud to offer programs to dancers of all ages and abilities, from 3 years old to adult, as well as an award-winning competitive program for the dancer wishing to take their training to an elite level.
Under the Artistic Direction of Haley Toal, VIREO is a unique studio well known for our dedication to creating a positive environment for each student. We believe that dance should be joyful and each dancer should be of the utmost importance regardless of how many classes you take. Each family and student is special to us, and our instructors work hard to get to know each student's needs to help them thrive and succeed. While always promoting responsibility, accountability, work ethic, and discipline, we believe in positive, nurturing instruction first. Because of this, we have seen tremendous growth in our students' technique, training, and performance quality in a short amount of time. But most importantly, we have watched young dancers develop the confidence to dance on stage, and gain the confidence and belief in themselves to express who they are through dance and in life. We have had the pleasure and honour of watching our students become exceptional people who practice kindness, humility, and accountability in the studio and out. You and/or your child will receive excellent training while you are here, but you will also gain unforgettable memories, a support network of instructors who are invested in you, and a dance family forever.
Under the Artistic Direction of Haley Toal, VIREO is a unique studio well known for our dedication to creating a positive environment for each student. We believe that dance should be joyful and each dancer should be of the utmost importance regardless of how many classes you take. Each family and student is special to us, and our instructors work hard to get to know each student's needs to help them thrive and succeed. While always promoting responsibility, accountability, work ethic, and discipline, we believe in positive, nurturing instruction first. Because of this, we have seen tremendous growth in our students' technique, training, and performance quality in a short amount of time. But most importantly, we have watched young dancers develop the confidence to dance on stage, and gain the confidence and belief in themselves to express who they are through dance and in life. We have had the pleasure and honour of watching our students become exceptional people who practice kindness, humility, and accountability in the studio and out. You and/or your child will receive excellent training while you are here, but you will also gain unforgettable memories, a support network of instructors who are invested in you, and a dance family forever.
WHY DANCE WITH VIREO?
- We are a POSITIVE dance studio!
- Our small class sizes allow each dancer to receive the proper one-on-one instruction in class to help them grow.
- We have a very unique family-first, inclusive environment at the studio.
- Our competitive program is flexible... choose between Company (travels off-island to attend some of the most elite events in Canada and the US) - note: may change for the 2020/21 season due to COVID-19) and Competition Team, where you choose the commitment level that suits you!
- We do not only train recreational to pre-professional level dancers...we are preparing young people to be the leaders of tomorrow!
We believe that through encouragement, inspiration, and top-quality technical training, dancers are able to grow into well-rounded, self-confident, disciplined and hard-working individuals.
In Latin, VIREO means to "thrive"; within the family of the studio, each dancer is encouraged and given the opportunity to flourish.
Dance is not only a form of artistic expression. The discipline, determination and passion learned is something that dancers will carry along into all aspects of life and future endeavours! VIREO promises a positive, inspiring, and safe environment where every performing artist is encouraged to "thrive"!
In Latin, VIREO means to "thrive"; within the family of the studio, each dancer is encouraged and given the opportunity to flourish.
Dance is not only a form of artistic expression. The discipline, determination and passion learned is something that dancers will carry along into all aspects of life and future endeavours! VIREO promises a positive, inspiring, and safe environment where every performing artist is encouraged to "thrive"!
A MESSAGE FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR...
"I am proud to build VIREO on a foundation of inclusivity, acceptance, friendship, and a strong family feel. It is so important for children and adults to feel a sense of belonging, responsibility and purpose and we strive to provide dancers with all of that at the studio.
We pride ourselves on also offering the highest quality training to our dancers. We are a small studio and small class sizes allow each and every individual to receive the proper amount of attention and training from their instructor. I am a firm believer that dancers are athletes and should train as such, so we have a strong foundation in developing proper technique as well as building the necessary strength and flexibility for dance.
My mom, a very familiar and present face around the studio, has two sayings which I embody at the studio: 1) If you raise the bar for children they will always meet it, and 2) You get the bear with honey. We push our dancers to be the best they can be, but in an encouraging way that allows the student to flourish. From recreational dancers who take one class per week to the most elite competitive dancers who dance 6-7 days a week, everyone grows and thrives together as a family."
- Haley Toal, Artistic Director/Owner
