Open House September 23 - October 4th

📢 Northern Institute of Dance – Open House Event! 🎉

📣 Join Us for the Northern Institute of Dance Open House! 📣

🗓️ Dates: September 23 - October 4
🩰 Try classes at Northern Institute of Dance during our Open House event! Families interested in exploring ballet for their kids can sign up for preview classes during the last week of September and the first week of October. Classes are FREE—just sign up through our website!

📅 Class Schedule by Age Group:

Pre-Ballet (Ages 4-5):
🕤 Saturday: 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Beginner Acro Ages 4-6
🕤Friday:
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Recreational Acro Ages 7+
🕤Tuesday:
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Recreational Jazz Class (Ages 8+):
🕤 Saturday: 11:00 am - 12:15 am

Junior Ballet (Introduction to Ballet Ages 5- 7):
🕔 Tuesday: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet
🕔 Thursday: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet
🕔 Friday: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Acro

Intermediate Program (Ages 8+):
🕟 Monday: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet
🕟 Tuesday: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet/Acro
🕟 Thursday: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet
🕟 Friday: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet/Jazz

✨ Whether your child is a beginner or ready for more advanced classes, our open house is the perfect opportunity to try out our programs. Don't miss out—secure your spot today by signing up below or emailing us at info@northerninstituteofdance.com.

Ready to Elevate Your Ballet Skills? Sign Up for Our Ballet Classes Today!

Message us using the contact form below, and we’ll respond within 24-48 hours and we will confirm your invitation to our Open House!

Check out our Ballet Schedule

Check the columns below to see our schedule and pricing for the 2024-2025 season after you signed up for the Open-House!

2024 - 2025 Schedule & Pricing

Pre-Ballet (ages 4 - 5)

$75 a month

Saturday

9:30 am - 10:30 am Introduction to Ballet

Junior Program (ages 6 - 8)

$200 a month

Tuesday

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet

Thursday

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet

Friday

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Acro

Intermediate Program (age 9+)

$450 a month (4times a week)

$400 (three times a week)

Monday

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet/Jazz

Tuesday

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet/Acro

Thursday

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet/Pointe

Friday

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm - Ballet/Jazz

Half-Day Program (Advance)

$682.50 a month

Monday

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Ballet/Pointe
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm - Contemporary

Tuesday

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Ballet/Pointe
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm - Contemporary

Wednesday

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Ballet/Pointe
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm - Contemporary

Thursday

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Ballet/Pointe
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm - Contemporary

Friday

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Ballet/Pointe
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm - Contemporary

Training the next generation

Dancers who have trained with us have entered world-renowned ballet schools and companies.

In 2024, dancers Eden Litnosky, Sylvia Swanson, and Abby Woyciehouski proudly represented Prince George at provincial dance festivals. Graduate dancer Hannah Swanson has been accepted into and is currently studying at the Vancouver Film School. Additionally, Nina Marom was accepted into the National Ballet of Canada's full-year program in 2022. Sylvie Swanson has been selected for the National Ballet School summer program in 2024 and had represent Canada at the World Ballet Competition in Orlando, Florida, April 2024.

The Northern Institute of Dance's program is certified by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), ensuring a high standard of educational excellence and cultural enrichment.

The Northern Institute of Dance, a registered charity in Prince George, BC, provides high-quality training and professional opportunities for young dancers, and looks for fincial help to support the expenses and travel of the dancers in the Intermediate and Advance Programs.

We proudly acknowledge the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli T'enneh, on which we live, work, and train, reflecting our commitment to reconciliation.

Led by renowned professionals, including former principal dancers, our instructors bring extensive international experience to the classroom.

Testimonials

  • ★★★★★

    Francisco Assis Dancer Ballet Contemporaneo Teatro San Martin Argentina

    I met Miguel in a competition in Brazil, where he was an international judge and taught classes. By the end of his master’s class, I wanted to be good just like him! Luckily, he offered me to work with him in Argentina in Ballet Centro del Conocimiento at the end of the competition! He also provided me with a full scholarship to train with him in his school, Posadas Ballet Studio, where I improved in several ways because I discovered his secrets and dedication. He is an excellent dancer and a better person. He made us work hard in his classes while still motivating us to be better; He is a great teacher, and he ingrained in our minds the discipline that dance needs to be a professional dancer, which is hard and healthy work.

    Francisco Assis

  • ★★★★★

    Soloist of the English National Ballet

    Working with Constanza was an absolute pleasure. She not only taught me contemporary dance techniques and choreographies but also showed me a new way to experience dance—through the heart. Constanza taught me that in both dance and life, you must be like a sponge, absorbing everything around you, because there is always something to learn. Her guidance helped me grow as both a dancer and an individual, and I am forever grateful for the lessons she shared.

    Ángel Maidana

  • ★★★★★

    Soloist of Ballet Centro Del Conocimiento, Argentina

    My experience working with Miguel Nguyen and Constanza Aguirre Hayes, was exceptional. For four years, I received high-quality ballet training that prepared me to achieve my goals. Additionally, the contemporary classes taught by Constanza were equally enriching. Thanks to her guidance and dedication, I was able to gain admission to the Ballet del Centro del Conocimiento in Posadas, Misiones, Argentina. This achievement is a testament to the constant support I received through dedicated audition classes and rehearsals. I am deeply grateful for the influence Miguel and Constanza have had on my artistic and professional development.

    Laura Lasa

  • ★★★★★

    Principal Dancer Ballet Centro Del Conocimiento Argentina

    Working alongside Miguel as peers in Argentina, I learned not only about his culture but also how to navigate a dancer's career. More than a colleague, he became a mentor and friend, sharing invaluable lessons on professionalism, technique, and emotional expression in dance. His guidance helped refine my skills and elevate my career. Miguel's profound knowledge and ability to communicate complex ideas inspired and motivated me to continuously improve as a professional dancer, making him a pivotal figure in my development.

    Emiliano Perviu

  • ★★★★★

    Professional Dancer Ballet Centro del Conocimiento Director at Posadas Ballet Studio

    I began studying with Miguel Nguyen and Constanza Aguirre in July 2018, focusing on classical technique with Miguel and later joining Constanza’s contemporary classes. Both teachers were incredibly welcoming, dedicated, and genuinely cared for their students. Under their guidance, I improved my technique and gained valuable life skills like perseverance and dedication. Thanks to Miguel’s support, I successfully auditioned for Ballet Centro del Conocimiento in December 2018, where I still work. Constanza also helped me discover a passion for contemporary dance, shaping the dancer and person I am today.

    Valetina Sosa

  • ★★★★★

    Probably two of the best dance teachers in British Columbia! My 12-year-old daughter was in their half-day program at Pro Arte in North Vancouver this past year for ballet modern and contemporary. Her improvement in technique and artistry is night and day. The students in their program are like a family supporting each other because that is the culture they promote, Constanza’s vocabulary for repertoire is first class and her modern and contemporary choreography is absolutely beautiful. Miguel‘s choreography For contemporary and lyrical tells beautiful stories that are very powerful on the stage. We feel so lucky to have found this magical team of dance instructors to help our budding ballerina pursue her dreams!

    Pamela Woyciehouski

  • ★★★★★

    Miguel and Constanza were Nina’s dance teachers. They are amazing teachers and Nina had advanced tremendously under their mentorship. I’m sad that we have lost them in GVA but a great opportunity for folks up North to get top-notch training!

    Lilach Marom

  • ★★★★★

    Principal Dancer at Teatro Colon, Buenos Aires, Argentina

    When we first danced together, I was young and inexperienced. Miguel was kind and patient with me. Since then, we have shared the stage and rehearsals many times, and I have always enjoyed his amazing energy and kindness. He is the kind of partner who wants you to be comfortable and work together to figure things out. I have many good memories of dancing with him, from Swan Lake to Les Sylphides and Walpurgis Night. It was an absolute pleasure!

    Beatriz Boos

  • ★★★★★

    Constanza And Miguel were my daughter’s ballet Teacher for the past year. She received personalized attention from both of them. My daughter grew tremendously into ballet. And won several competitions as scholarships for several ballet schools being trained by them. Both of them committed dance teachers always caring for their students.

    Martha Rojas de Alamo

    NID Artistic Director - Constanza Aguirre Hayes

    Constanza Aguirre Hayes was born in Resistencia Chaco, Argentina. Starting her dance education at a young age, she grew a passion for the performing arts and spent her formative years studying in Argentina. After training in Chaco, Constanza received a full scholarship from the cultural minister of Buenos Aires to attend Teatro Colon in 2003. While studying in Teatro Colon, Constanza worked specifically with Lidia Segni, a world-renowned teacher, director, and international judge of the Prix de Lausanne. Constanza completed her Master of Classical Dance degree in 2007 through the guidance of Lidia.

    Constanza Aguirre Hayes was born in Resistencia Chaco, Argentina. Starting her dance education at a young age, she grew a passion for the performing arts and spent her formative years studying in Argentina. After training in Chaco, Constanza received a full scholarship from the cultural minister of Buenos Aires to attend Teatro Colon in 2003. While studying in Teatro Colon, Constanza worked specifically with Lidia Segni, a world-renowned teacher, director, and international judge of the Prix de Lausanne. Constanza completed her Master of Classical Dance degree in 2007 through the guidance of Lidia.

    Motivated to continue improving her studies, Constanza would complete courses with the Foundation of Julio Bocca, the Academy of American Ballet, and extracurricular classes in Teatro Colon. In 2006 she auditioned and was accepted to the Ballet Contemporary Institute of San Martin, where she would complete her Contemporary Dance Technique Bachelor Diploma. Passionate about dance, she spent four hours with Teatro Colon and four hours with San Martin daily; with her dedication and motivation, she was considered one of the most hard-working dancers of her generation.

    During her time in San Martin, she would also immerse herself in other courses such as music and movement, functional autonomy, improvisation and composition, and dance history. While in San Martin, Constanza became certified in contemporary techniques such as Cunningham, Graham, Laban, Flying Low, contact improvisation, contemporary partnering, and jazz. After spending over 15 years in her dance education, she competed and won a soloist contract with Ballet Centro del Conocimiento in 2010. She would spend her next eleven years dancing with this company leading to career highlights as Aegina in Spartacus, Mercedes in Don Quixote, Suite of Angels, and Myrtha in Giselle. As well as having a successful career as a dancer, Constanza was constantly travelling as a desired choreographer. She worked with the Cultural Minister in Brazil promoting contemporary dance in Brazil in 2012 and is currently working with Promodança as a consultant and Contemporary Program Director.

    Constanza was invited to Grupo Corpo in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, in 2014 to take classes and expand her contemporary knowledge. She was a guest teacher and ballet mistress in Contemporary Ballet of Chaco in 2016. She was invited to Netherlands Dance Theatre in 2017 by Thiago Bordin to study contemporary techniques. From 2012 to 2018, Constanza was the Contemporary Program Director for Academia Ballet de Moscú del Parque del Conocimiento. In 2018 Constanza opened her studio Posadas Ballet Studio, where she trained professionals and aspiring dancers till 2020. Constanza currently lives in Prince George, Canada, with her family and is looking forward to nurturing and educating future aspiring dancers.

    Ballet Master - Miguel Nguyen

    Miguel was born in Abbotsford, BC, and began his passion for the performing arts at a young age, studying disciplines such as hip-hop, jazz, contemporary, and ballet. He attended several dance schools including the National Ballet School of Canada, Goh Ballet, and other local dance studios. After completing his high school education, Miguel participated in the IDO (International Dance Organization) in Oslo, Norway where he won the gold medal for his contemporary solo choreographed by Rachael Poirier and the silver medal for self-choreography for jazz.

    After training for a year in Goh Ballet’s professional youth company, Miguel competed in the finals of YAGP New York under the guidance of Yao Ping Zhu.

    He received an invitation to train at Orlando Ballet II under the direction of Peter Stark, where he danced roles in Cinderella by Peter Stark, Bolero by Fernando Bujones, Nutcracker, Battle of the Sexes, and Le Corsaire by Robert Hill. During his time in Orlando, Miguel once again competed in YAGP Orlando, winning first place for his self-choreographed contemporary solo, and was awarded a scholarship to Jacob’s Pillow. During his time in Jacob’s Pillow, the Director, Anna-Marie Holmes, helped Miguel receive his first professional contract as a soloist in the State Ballet of Georgia under the direction of Nina Ananiashvili. During his time in Tbilisi, Georgia from 2010 to 2011, Miguel performed works by Yuri Possokhov, August Bournonville, Alexei Ratmansky, and George Balanchine.


    Miguel returned home to Canada in 2012 and worked as a freelance dancer throughout the year. As a freelancer, he guested in Ballet of Montreal, under the direction of Eddy Toussaint, where he toured Mexico performing classical and contemporary work with the company. At the end of 2012, Miguel was accepted into Coastal City Ballet, where he refined his artistry and technique under the leadership of Li Yaming. Miguel was also invited to adjudicate for the Institute of Culture, Promodanca, located in Brazil.


    In 2013, Miguel moved to Argentina and danced for seven years as a Principal Dancer in Ballet Centro del Conocimiento while also guesting throughout Paraguay and Brazil. He was well known for his strong technique and charismatic personality, portraying lead characters such as Basilio in Don Quixote, Albrecht in Giselle, Siegfried in Swan Lake, Lucien in Paquita, and Solor in Bayadere. Miguel continued his work with the Institute of Culture Promodanca as a consultant, judge, and guest choreographer. In 2015, Miguel was invited to compete in the Helsinki International Ballet Competition and was also a guest dancer for the Seoul International Ballet Competition. Miguel spent two weeks training and perfecting his ballet technique at the Korea National University of Arts during his time in Seoul.

    Miguel spent most of his late 20s performing as a guest artist before discovering his passion for teaching. In 2018, he and his wife, Constanza Aguirre Hayes, opened Posadas Ballet Studio, a professional school where Miguel served as the associate director. He spent his evenings training professional dancers and students in classical, jazz, and contemporary dance styles. In 2020, Miguel helped transfer the school to his former student, Valentina Sosa, who now leads it to continue its legacy as one of the best professional schools in the region.


    From 2021 to 2022, Miguel served as the Artistic Director of Pro Arte, located in North Vancouver. In 2024, he was an assessor for the BC Arts Council. Currently, he resides in Prince George, where he teaches at Northern Institute of Dance. Though Miguel excelled as a classical dancer, he finds pleasure and satisfaction in teaching the younger generation and nurturing their passion and confidence for dance.

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