PAEC AT CALGARY DANCE TEACHER EXPO!
Early Dance Education Teacher Training Program:
The full 1 day TTP Early Dance Education Membership course is open to all dance teachers (minimum age 17) interested in honing their skills with children aged 3-6 years of age. This course focuses on teaching the fundamentals to the early years, covering topics that include: knowledge of child development, speaking to children in a positive manner, discussing behaviours and strategies for success and use of props in the classroom. The afternoon will review the PAEC EDE syllabus, and have interactive discussions and demonstrations for creative ideas. After completion of course knowledge, a successful candidate will gain their PAEC Early Dance Education Membership, and will receive certification.
Date/Location
AUGUST 9, 2026
THE WESTIN CALGARY AIRPORT
671 Aero Dr. NE
Calgary AB T2E 7Y5
Schedule
9:30 – 10:00am – Registration/Check-in
10:00 – 1:00pm – Morning Session
1:00pm – 1:30pm – Lunch
1:30pm – 4:30pm – Afternoon Session
Cost of Early Dance Education Certification Course:
PAEC IS OFFERING AN EARLY BIRD CALGARY DANCE TEACHER EXPO RATE UNTIL JUNE 1ST!
JOIN OUR WAITING LIST!
The following is included in the cost of $375 CAD
1 Full Day Early Dance Education Certification Course
Course Materials
Certificate of Course Completion
Full Access to the Early Dance Education Syllabus Download – (both Junior and Senior levels)
Access to Pre-Primary and Primary Syllabus Grades in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Acro Downloads
Access to Junior Bronze and Bronze Level Medal Test syllabi in Ballet, Jazz, Tap and Acro Downloads
PAEC Associate Early Dance Education Membership and Certificate
2 DAY ADMISSION INTO THE CALGARY DANCE TEACHER EXPO!
After June 1st, the Regular Fee will be charged of $395.00 so get in while it lasts!
Please download and fill out the Registration Form for details below.
Early Dance Education Registration Form
Instructors:
Christine Brkich – B.F.A./M.F.A
A graduate from Ryerson University’s B.F.A. Dance Performance Program, Christine Brkich co-founded InMotion Dance Company and School. Later, Christine went on to develop Two Sisters Dance Projects, a co-artistic partnership with her sister, Lisa Brkich. Christine has enjoyed over 25 years of teaching dance to all age levels of varying disciplines. As a contemporary choreographer, Christine has created various works for Two Sisters Dance Projects, as well as their signature children’s program known as “The Legwarmers,” teaching life lessons through dance.
After recently completing her M.F.A. in Choreography at York University, Christine enjoys giving master technique classes in various dance disciplines as well as Choreographic Workshop classes to a variety of ages. Christine has instructed the York University additional qualification (AQ) courses for school teachers’ professional development. She is an Associate Member of The Russian Ballet Society, and an examiner for the Performing Arts Educators of Canada (PAEC) in both the Ballet and Modern dance divisions, while holding the position of Chair of the Modern Dance division. A full time wife and mother of two beautiful young and vibrant children, Christine Brkich is thrilled to share her world of dance with students, teachers, and other artistic collaborators to help bring dance to this corner of the world.
Barbara Keenliside – Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)
As an Honours Graduate of the Sheridan College Early Childhood Education Program, Barbara is the Supervisor and lead teacher of a cooperative preschool. As an educator, she takes every opportunity, big or small, to provide positive experiences for every child. Barbara believes each child is unique and has their own style of learning. Her goal is to provide a caring environment where all children feel safe to explore, create, and grow. Barbara is a full member of PAEC in the divisions of Ballet and Tap, and a Ballet examiner, as well as an Examiner-In-Training for the Tap division. Barbara sits on the Executive Board at PAEC and has specialized in teaching creative movement for students of various schools in the Halton and Hamilton regions.