The Young at Arts

**STEP INTO THE STYLE: JAZZ (Part 3)**

Why do we teach jazz at Young at Arts?

Because jazz gives dancers the opportunity to build strong technique while discovering their own confidence, personality, and style.

Jazz builds:
• Strength, flexibility, and coordination
• Turns, jumps, kicks, and technical foundations
• Musicality and performance quality
• Confidence, expression, and stage presence
• Versatility across different styles of movement

One of the things that makes jazz so special is how much it can grow and change with a dancer.

A young dancer might begin with big energy, bouncy movement, and a whole lot of personality. As they grow, that foundation develops into stronger technique, more complex movement, greater musicality, and the ability to perform with confidence and intention.

And because jazz is constantly evolving with music, trends, and influences, there is always something new for dancers to explore. It can be powerful, playful, sharp, smooth, funky, theatrical, or full of sass — sometimes all in the same class!

At YAA, we believe jazz gives dancers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to work hard on their technique while never losing the JOY of dancing.

Whether your dancer is taking their very first jazz class or looking for their next challenge, there is a place for them at YAA!

Registration is still OPEN for our upcoming season, and we still have space available in select programs. Come dance, grow, and discover your love for jazz with us!

Ready to bring the energy?

Join us for JAZZ at YAA! ✨

**YAA OPEN HOUSE — YOU’RE INVITED!**

Our Young at Arts Open House is coming up on Saturday, September 12 from 1:00–5:00 PM, and we can’t wait to welcome you into the studio!

Whether you’re already part of the YAA family, thinking about joining us this season, or just want to come see what we’re all about — bring your family, invite a friend and come spend the afternoon with us!

We’ll have:
• A bouncy castle
• Snacks
• Colouring & activities
• FREE mini dance classes
• Studio tours
• Meet & greets with our YAA teachers and staff
• Dancewear available for purchase
• Registration help & program information

Come try something new, tour the studio, meet our team and get ready for another amazing season of dance at YAA!

Want to join us? Send us a DM to get the FREE class schedule and RSVP!

Registration for our 2026/27 season is still open, and our team will be available throughout the Open House to help you find the perfect class.

We can’t wait to see some familiar faces — and meet lots of new ones!

7957 55 Ave, Surrey BC | [email protected] | www.youngatarts.ca | 604-533-2787

**NEW THIS FALL AT YAA - FINE ARTS CLUB!**
Create. Move. Imagine. Explore.

We are SO excited to officially bring Fine Arts Club to Young at Arts this season, with programming for children ages 2–9!

Fine Arts Club is so much more than an art class or a dance class. It brings together dance, yoga, fitness, music, art, drama, imaginative play and more into one creative, engaging program designed especially for young children.

Each class gives kids the opportunity to try new things, use their imagination and express themselves - all while developing skills that extend far beyond the studio.

Through Fine Arts Club, children can:
• Build confidence and independence
• Develop social skills and friendships
• Improve coordination and body awareness
• Explore creativity and self-expression
• Learn kindness, compassion and teamwork
• Discover new interests through movement, music, art and play
• And most importantly… HAVE FUN!

Fine Arts Club has been developed with early childhood experts and is already offered in 100+ studios across 5 countries - and we are thrilled to now have it right here at YAA!

Whether your child is always dancing around the house, loves getting messy with art, has a BIG imagination, enjoys music and make-believe, or simply wants to try a little bit of everything, Fine Arts Club gives them a place to explore it all.

Registration is OPEN for our upcoming season, and we can’t wait to welcome our very first Fine Arts Club students!

Ages 2–9 | Starting this fall at Young at Arts

Interested in learning more or finding the right class for your child? Send us a DM or contact the YAA office - we’d love to help!

Come create, move, play and imagine with us.

**SEPTEMBER AT YAA**

And just like that… WE’RE BACK!

September is here, which means a brand new dance season is about to begin at Young at Arts! We are so excited to welcome our returning dancers back through the doors and meet all of the new faces joining the YAA family this season.

There’s lots happening this month - from our Open House and the first day of classes, to Fine Arts Club, our first Pro-D Day Camp, fundraising and more. Swipe through to save all of the important September dates!

Registration is still OPEN for our 2026/27 season, and we still have space available in select classes and programs. If you’ve been thinking about joining YAA, there’s still time! Contact our office to find the right class for your dancer or to inquire about a trial class.

We can’t wait to get back into the studios, see our dance friends again, meet some new ones, and officially kick off another incredible year at YAA.

Here’s to a new season of dancing, growing, creating and making memories together!

#205–17957 55 Ave, Surrey
[email protected] | www.youngatarts.ca

**THANK YOU, SUMMER PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS!**

What an incredible summer it has been at Young at Arts!

From summer dance camps and intensive workshops to weekly ballet and conditioning drop-ins, our 8-week programs, and everything in between, we have loved every moment spent dancing, learning, growing, and having fun with all of you.

A huge thank you to every dancer and family who chose to spend part of their summer with us. Whether you joined us for one class, one week, or the whole summer, we are so grateful you were part of it!

While we’re sad to wrap up such a wonderful summer of dance, we’re even more excited for what’s ahead. A brand-new season is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back into the studio as our fall programs begin!

Here’s to an amazing summer - and an even more exciting season ahead!

Yes, there’s still a place to dance when you’re 13+ — and no, you don’t have to be on a competitive team to do it.

Our Recreational Program is for teens who want to keep dancing, try something new, move, create and spend time in the studio without a competitive commitment.

We currently have space available in our 13+ Hip Hop and Lyrical classes starting this September.

Whether you’ve danced for years, stepped away and want to come back, or are looking to try a new style, we’d love to have you at YAA.

Come dance with us this season.

[email protected] | www.youngatarts.ca | (604) 533-2787
#205 - 17957 55 Avenue, Surrey BC

Your 9–12 year old doesn’t have to be a competitive dancer to find their place in the studio.

Our Recreational Program is perfect for dancers who want to keep learning, challenge themselves, spend time doing something they love and be part of a community — without the commitment of competitive dance.

With options including Jazz, Hip Hop, Acro, Lyrical and Broadway, there are still opportunities to join us this September!

Whether they’ve been dancing for years or are ready to try something new, there’s a place for them at YAA.

Have questions about levels, experience or where your dancer would fit best? Reach out — we’d love to help!

[email protected] | www.youngatarts.ca | (604) 533-2787
#205 - 17957 55 Avenue, Surrey BC

Looking for something new for your 7–9 year old this September?

Our Recreational Program is a place for dancers to learn new skills, build confidence, make connections and simply enjoy being in the studio.

From the energy of Hip Hop and TripleX to the creativity of Lyrical and Broadway or the strength and skills of Acro, there are so many ways for dancers to find what they love.
No audition. No competition commitment. Just a place to dance, learn, grow and be part of our YAA community.

We still have space available in select September classes — check out the options and let us know if we can help you find the right one!

[email protected] | www.youngatarts.ca | (604) 533-2787
#205 - 17957 55 Avenue, Surrey BC

**WELCOME TO THE YAA TEACHING TEAM, MISS MACEY MCLEOD!**

Macey has been a valued member of the Young at Arts Academy family since she was five years old. She began her dance journey in our TripleX Program before progressing into our Intensive Program, where she has grown into a versatile, dedicated, and accomplished dancer. Having experienced the Young at Arts journey firsthand, Macey brings a deep understanding of our studio values and a genuine passion for helping young dancers build confidence, develop new skills, and discover a lifelong love of dance.

Throughout her training, Macey has studied a wide variety of dance styles, including ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, and musical theatre. Committed to both artistic and technical excellence, she has successfully completed Cecchetti Ballet examinations through Grade 6, along with AIDT examinations through Grade 4.

Since the age of 13, Macey has been an integral part of our Teaching Assistant Program. Over the years, she has supported instructors in a variety of classes, assisted with studio performances, and helped lead our summer camps. Her patience, leadership, dependability, and encouraging nature have made her a valued mentor to younger dancers and a trusted member of our teaching team.

In addition to her teaching experience, Macey has participated in numerous conventions, competitions, community performances, parades, and fundraising events. Her dedication and passion for dance have earned her many accolades, including overall awards, Judges' Choice Awards, and scholarships that recognize both her talent and commitment to continuous growth.

As she begins this exciting new chapter as an instructor, Macey is eager to share the encouragement, confidence, and joy that dance has brought to her life. She hopes to inspire the next generation of dancers to develop the same love of dance that has shaped her journey over the past 12 years.

We are so excited to officially welcome Miss Macey to our YAA teaching staff!