Explore your creativity and wellness with group classes in Flamenco, Caribbean Contemporary Dance, Dramatic Writing, and more!
Looking for year-long adult programming? Please check our our Dance Department page for additional classes that run until June. We accept new students on an ongoing basis.
DANCE

Beginner Hip Hop
Adult Beginner Hip Hop will provide participants with a high energy and fun workout, with a focus on hip hop technique blended with urban groove and contemporary.
8 weeks I Cost: $160 + HST
Instructor: Rachel Romanoski
Wednesdays, 5:45pm-6:45pm
March 29 – May 17, 2023

Barre Fitness
Ages 16+
Barre fitness is a full body workout class (legs, back, arms and core), combining ballet-inspired movements with stretching and strength training. No dance or ballet experienced is required to take this class.
For this class you will need a yoga mat or towel and a pair of light dumbbells. Bottles of water can work as a replacement for the weights.
6 weeks I Cost: $120 + HST
Instructor: Yancieth Paniagua Garita
Tuesdays, 6pm-7pm
March 21 – April 25

Flamenco for Beginners
Join Carmen Romero, Canada’s leading flamenco dance artist, in this exciting workshop. Learn the foundations of flamenco footwork, arm coordination and ‘floreo’ hand movements, resulting in a short fiery routine called “Por Tangos” that incorporates newfound skills!
Required shoes: flamenco or character shoes with a hard sole (not suede)
6 weeks I Cost: $120 + HST
Instructor: Carmen Romero
Fridays, 6pm-7pm
April 14 – May 26, 2023 (No class on May 5)
Intermediate/Advanced Flamenco
Join Carmen Romero, Canada’s leading flamenco dance artist, in this exciting workshop. For individuals who have prior experience in flamenco.
Required shoes: flamenco or character shoes with a hard sole (not suede)
6 weeks I Cost: $150 + HST
Instructor: Carmen Romero
Fridays, 7pm-8:15pm
April 14 – May 26, 2023 (No class on May 5)

Introduction to Latin Dance
Meet new people, get a great workout, and learn the foundations of salsa, bachata, and merengue in this energetic 6-week workshop!
6 weeks I Cost: $120 + HST
Instructor: Yancieth Paniagua Garita
Tuesdays, 7pm-8pm
March 21 – April 25
VISUAL ARTS
THEATRE

Introduction to Dramatic Writing
Ages 16+
Learn the basics of writing engaging dialogue, memorable characters, and conflicts, suited to both the stage and screen. Tackle the basic building blocks of writing dramatic and powerful scenes and stories through a series of writing exercises. The focus of this course is to promote and develop in students the tools and techniques for writing a dramatic play. Students will participate in a variety of writing exercises to develop an awareness of character, action, and plot and will learn how these elements contribute to storytelling. Students will also read scenes from Canadian plays and be expected to participate in dramatic readings of these works as well as their own work in class. Throughout the course, students will participate in creative activities to develop confidence in their own writing voice and will monitor and reflect upon the craft of writing. The course will culminate in the students writing a first draft of an original ten-minute play (7 – 10 pages).
6 weeks I Cost: $240+ HST
Instructor: Stephen Near
Fridays, 5pm-7pm
January 20 – February 24, 2023

Adult Acting
Explore movement, voice, storytelling, improvisation, relationship-building and more in Adult Acting I. Through creative expression, students will get in tune with their inner artist and build confidence and take ownership of their artistry. No prior acting experience is required.
11 weeks I Cost: $440+ HST
Instructor: Raymond Louter
Mondays, 5pm-7pm
March 20 – June 12, 2023 (no class April 10 or May 22)
MUSIC
Hamilton Conservatory offers private instruction in violin, guitar, piano, voice, piano and more. Register anytime throughout the year! We offer free 15 minute meet and greets for potential students, and encourage you to contact us at 905-528-4020 or info[at]hcarts.ca to book.
Please check out our Music Department page to review our faculty and available instruments.