Children and Youth Programme

The Ottawa School of Ukrainian Dance (OSUD) provides dance training to students of all ages, levels, and backgrounds. OSUD's motto is “Ukrainian dance for all!” We welcome students of any age and level of experience.

Children as young as 3 years old begin in the You and Me class accompanied by a parent, guardian, or adult friend. As students progress through the School, they gain further confidence and skills in Ukrainian dance and performance technique. OSUD carries strong commitment to the creativity and discipline of dance, as well as to the development of original choreography.

2026-2027 Season

Below is a list of our classes with related ages, class times, and fees. All Children/Youth Programme classes take place on Sundays in the professionally-equipped dance studios at The School of Dance (200 Crichton St.). Classes start on September 13, 2026 and end on May 29, 2027.

All classes participate in the Winter Celebration (December 2026) and final concert (May 2027).

Molodtsi! Youth Ensemble

Molodtsi! is a performing ensemble for OSUD youth that provides focused attention to Ukrainian dance choreography and performance training. In addition to participating in OSUD concerts, Molodtsi! will take part in other community performances throughout the season. Students registered in the Senior, Advanced, and Honours classes are eligible to participate in Molodtsi!.

Class	Age (as of Dec. 31, 2026)	Time	Cost for 2026-2027 season	Lead Teacher(s)
You & Me	3 and 4 years* with an adult partner	2:30-3:15pm	$395	Fleming
Primary	4 and 5 years	2:45-3:30pm	$395	Avramenko
Junior	6 and 7 years	3:30-4:30pm	$450	Chabanyuk
Intermediate	8 and 9 years	3:45-5:15pm	$600	Avramenko, Darcovich, Butcher
Senior	10 and 11 years	3:45-5:15pm	$600	Fleming, Darcovich, Butcher
Advanced	12 and 13 years	3:45-5:15pm	$600	A. Ostapyk, Butcher
Honours	14-16+ years	3:45-5:15pm	$600	S. Ostapyk, A. Ostapyk, Butcher
Molodtsi!	Senior, Advanced, and Honours students	2:30-3:30pm (first rehearsal Sept. 20)	$285	S. Ostapyk + guests

*Students who are 4 years of age by December 31, 2026 can register either for the You and Me Class (with an adult partner) or the Primary Class (not partnered).