ALL ARTS. ALL AGES.
Dance. Theatre. Art. Music.
registration for summer programming is now open!
Registration for the 2024/2024 school year begins in the early summer.
30+ DEDICATED INSTRUCTORS
70+ EXCITING CLASSES
25+ YEARS OF INSPIRATION
ARTS LIVE HERE!
ARTS LIVE HERE!
The Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts brings dance, music, theatre, and the visual arts together under one roof. With a legacy spanning over 25 years, HCA is committed to creating an environment that inspires, excites, and nurtures artists of all ages and experience levels. Our historic facilities are bursting with artistic energy, and our passionate faculty and welcoming community offer unparalleled opportunities to hone your craft and unleash your full potential.
Join our vibrant creative community and live your passion!
our Courses
FOLLOW your passion.
nurture your skills.
Our wide array of courses focused in dance, visual arts, acting, and music let you design your training to suit your interests and develop your artistry.
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A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO ARTS EDUCATION
INSPIRATION
Benefit from experienced instructors who are passionate about guiding you in developing your skills. Experience thrilling live performances from some of the world's best artists in our Black Box Theatre.
CONFIDENCE
Develop knowledge and foster your growth. Experience the results of passionate instruction and celebrate your artistic achievements.
WELL-BEING
Join a vibrant and supportive community of artists of all ages and experience levels where creativity flourishes and lifelong connections are made.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
EXPERIENCE THE ARTS, LIVE AT HCA
In the Community
our charitable arms
The Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts is the home to two charitable arms, committed to serving the Hamilton community
Arts For All ProvidES access to arts programming everyday, everywhere, and for everyone.
Arts For All uses education, connection and inspiration to ignite creativity and critical thinking and actions in future citizens and leaders. AFA creates opportunities for arts and wonder to flourish, while fostering community building and well-being through accessible arts programming for children and youth in greater Hamilton.
HCA Dance + Theatre enriches the artistic and cultural landscape of Hamilton.
Through high-quality professional performing arts presentations and artist development, the professionally-focused charitable arm of HCA has grown to encompass four flagship events, featuring a wide variety of professional dance, music, and theatre events for a contemporary Hamilton audience.
faq's
GENERAL QUESTIONS
Yes!
In the music department, we offer 15-minute meet-and-greets between potential students and instructors to ensure the right fit.
For group classes (excepting short-term workshops and summer camps), we offer one free trial class if there is space in the class.
If you are interested in booking a trial, please contact us by phone or email, or speak to our friendly front-desk staff.
On our homepage, you will find a link to our online registration system.
For arranging private music lessons, please contact the office first to determine scheduling and availability of music
instructors. In most cases, we will ask that the student complete a free 15-minute meet-and-greet with the music instructor before online registration proceeds.
Please note that our online system does not accept payment. Our Administrative Team will follow up regarding payment methods once you have submitted the online registration form. Registration is not complete until all payments are received.
Absolutely not! There is no age limit to beginning your arts education journey, and we welcome students of all ages and experience levels.
To cancel registration, we require 30 days’ notice and a completed cancellation form. To cancel, please get in touch with our Administration Team. The student is welcome to attend class during this 30-day period.
Yes! We offer monthly and term-based payment plans for our year-long classes. For shorter classes, workshops, and summer camps, we require payment in full to secure registration.
Monthly Installments
For monthly payments, your first installment will include the registration fee and first month’s rate in one cheque or credit
card payment. We require post-dated cheques or pre-authorized credit card payments dated for the first of each month for the remaining months of the year.
Term Installments
There are three terms in the HCA school calendar. For payments by term, your first installment will include the registration fee and fee for the fall term in one cheque or credit card payment. We will require two (2) post-dated cheques or pre-authorized credit card payments dated for the the beginning of each subsequent term.
Payment in Full
Payment in full will include the registration fee plus the full tuition fee in one cheque, e-transfer, or credit card payment.
No. For registrations after the official class start date, we will prorate your tuition based on the number of weeks left in the year. For shorter courses/workshops, we cannot prorate the tuition.
Each dance class has a different dress code which you can learn more about on our website or in our Student Handbook. Uniforms are not included in tuition. Many pieces can be purchased at the HCA front desk or nearby dance stores. Please note that outdoor shoes are not permitted in any dance studio.