Introduction
Founder Shy Kotkas began this dream as a teen transitioning from studio to professional dance. Though her education and training assisted her, she dreamt of a way to make the transition from studio to professional more comfortable for younger dancers. After retiring from the professional world she has designed an educational facility; En L’air Academy of Dance, around the belief that children are the future and they deserve a fighting chance in the performing arts industry. En L’air Academy of Dance is focused on helping children find their passion and potential in dance and circus, making dreams reality and
incorporating regular dance training with Acro and Circus to set them apart and give them a competitive advantage in the performing arts industry. We believe that every artist can progress at his or her own pace and should have access to the resources they need to pursue long, healthy, successful careers in dance and performing arts.
About Us
Mission
En L'air is dedicated to inspiring young performing artists to find their passion in Dance and Aerial while providing them the solid base of technique, diverse experiences and life skills to set them up for successful futures in the performing arts industry or any career path.
En L'air Academy of Dance and Aerial offers classes in Aerial silks, Aerial hoop/lyra, Acrobatic Dance, Handbalancing and contortion, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, and Musical Theatre. En L'air classes are a fun, exciting and welcoming learning environment where students are offered tried and tested syllabus material to ensure continued growth while respecting safe progressions.
TEAM
Our Studio
En L’air features 3 dance studios, an engineer certified rigging system, live lift systems, and large double layered mirrors to provide an elite training experience for our students. Safety is a priority at En L’air, the level of thought and care that went into designing our new space is something we are incredibly proud of.
Miss Shy - Owner, Founder & Instructor
Miss Shy’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Silks, Aerial Lyra, Acro, Jazz, Lyrical, Ballet, Tap
Miss Nikkie - Creative Tots Director & Instructor
Miss Nikkie’s Instructional Styles: Creative Tots, Rhythm and Gym, Jazz, Ballet
Miss Trinity - Professional Division Assistant Director & Instructor
Miss Trinity’s Instructional Styles: Creative Tots, Hip Hop, Aerial Silks, Aerial Lyra, Jazz
Miss Robin - Instructor
Miss Robin’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Lyra, Aerial Silks
Mr. Cedric - Instructor
Mr Cedric ’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Lyra, Aerial Silks
Miss Kaitlyn - Instructor
Miss Kaitlyn’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Lyra, Aerial Silks
Miss Megan - Studio Manager & Instructor
Miss Megan’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Silks, Aerial Lyra, Straps, Acro, Jazz
Miss Chantelle - Cirque En L’air Artistic Director & Instructor
Miss Chantelle’s Instructional Styles: Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary, Jazz, Aerial Lyra, Aerial Silks
Miss Ella - Instructor
Miss Ella’s Instructional Styles: Contempory, Lyrical, Jazz
Miss Keira - Instructor/Admin
Miss Keira’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Lyra, Aerial Silks
Miss Danielle - Jr. Instructor
Miss Danielle’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Lyra, Aerial Silks
Miss Annika - Professional Division Director & Instructor
Miss Annika’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Lyra, Aerial Silks, Acro, Partner Acro
Miss Jaz - Rec Director & Instructor
Miss Jaz’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Lyra, Aerial Silks, Acro, Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre
Miss Raegan - Instructor
Miss Raegan’s Instructional Styles: Contemporary, Lyrical, Aerial Silks, Aerial Lyra, Partner Acro
Miss Ashley - Instructor
Miss Ashley’s Instructional Styles: Contempory, Lyrical, Jazz, Tap, Aerial Silks
Miss Siershe - Jr. Instructor
Miss Siershe’s Instructional Styles: Aerial Lyra, Aerial Silks, Acro
Location
10672 46 Street SE, Unit 12, Calgary AB