🎉 It's Finally Time To Audition!

Below, you will find:

1. What is the Heelogy Troupe?

2. Requirements

3. Rehearsal Schedule

4. Performance Schedule

5. What is Included?

6. Investment

7. Ready...Set...Audition!

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AUDITION DEADLINE: JUNE 18, 2026

5,6, F* IT UP !

(aka Break A Leg aka Goodluck!)

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What is the Heelogy Troupe?

Heelogy Troupe is a long-term performance team committed to developing disciplined, confident, and versatile performers. This team is shaped through rehearsals, performances, competitions, and creative projects. As a team, we train with purpose, strengthen our heels foundation, and shape each other through movement and mindset!

It’s the ultimate level of discipline where Shapers:

🏆 Rehearse choreographies for performances, competitions, and creative projects

🏆 Learn how to adapt and perform under pressure

🏆 Build the discipline required to show up consistently, even when things get challenging

🏆 Experience the pride that comes from working toward a shared goal

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At some point in your heels journey, you start asking yourself:

“What’s next?”

The Heelogy Troupe is for Shapers who want to be part of something bigger. They want to represent the academy’s discipline, confidence, and bravery at a whole new level. For six months, you’ll train, perform, travel, compete, and evolve alongside a team of Shapers who are committed to becoming the strongest version of themselves.

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❓"Can I audition if I’ve never taken a Heelogy class before?"

Yes! As long as you have at least 3 years of heels dance experience, you are welcome to apply.

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Requirements

"Am I ready for Troupe?"

✅ Foundation: You have at least 3 years of heels dance experience and a strong foundation in heels dance fundamentals.

✅ Retention: You are comfortable retaining choreography at an accelerated pace.

✅ Independent Practice: You are willing to review and practice material independently between rehearsals.

✅ Coachability: You’re open to feedback, corrections, and coaching throughout the season.

✅ Resilience: You’re willing to manage performance nerves, pressure, and stressful situations with maturity.

✅ Adaptability: You adapt quickly to unexpected opportunities, choreography changes, formation changes, and performance adjustments. You understand that formations, featured moments, and stage placements may change throughout the season based on the needs of the performance.

✅ Professionalism: You approach every rehearsal, competition, performance, and troupe-related opportunity with a professional mindset. You are representing an international heels dance academy.

✅ Team Mentality: You prioritize the success of the team over attachment to a specific spot, formation, or role.

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❓"How many spots are available?"

We are accepting 10 shapers into this season.

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Level: Intermediate

This level is for Shapers who understand the foundations of heels technique, such as walks, floorwork, and single turns. Shapers at this level focus on strengthening choreography retention and coordination. They can follow choreography at a steady pace and apply corrections promptly without needing reminders of foundational technique like pointing the toes, turning out the foot, or engaging the core.

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❓"How experienced do I need to be to join?"

You need at least 3 years of heels dance experience, but you do not need professional performance experience. You should feel confident with heels dance fundamentals, be able to retain choreography at an accelerated pace, and be willing to practice outside of rehearsals every week.

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Rehearsal Schedule

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❓"What if I miss some rehearsals?"

Absences are understandable! Uncommunicated absences are not. Because the troupe is a team-based experience, members are expected to communicate any known absences as early as possible. If you know you will miss a rehearsal, please provide advance notice so choreography, formations, and team planning can be adjusted accordingly. Multiple absences may impact your eligibility for certain performances, formations, leadership roles, and other troupe opportunities.

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❓"Does the class credit policy apply to Troupe?"

Due to the team-based nature of the troupe, the standard Heelogy class credit policy does not apply. Troupe rehearsals, performances, competitions, and special events are designed to be experienced with the team and cannot be transferred, credited, or made up at a later date. If you miss a rehearsal, we strongly encourage you to take advantage of the workshops included in your troupe membership to continue your training and development. Shapers are also responsible for reviewing tutorials and catching up on any missed material.

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Location

STATION CLARK

‍4529 Rue Clark, Suite 003

Montreal, QC H2T 2T3

🚇 Metro: 15-minute walk from Mont-Royal station or 9-minute bus #97

🚗 Parking: Metered parking available on Rue Saint-Laurent and Rue Mont-Royal

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Performance Schedule

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⚠️ Subject to change: Performance opportunities may be added, modified, or removed throughout the year based on availability, event requirements, and opportunities that arise. Whenever possible, all updates will be communicated in advance so Troupers can plan accordingly.

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❓"Are all performances mandatory?"

No. Throughout the season, we’ll have multiple performance opportunities. You’ll decide which ones you’re available and able to commit. While we strongly encourage troupe members to participate in as many performances as possible, we understand that schedules, finances, travel, and personal circumstances can sometimes get in the way. No pressure if you can’t do them all. If you miss one opportunity, there will be another one for you!

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What is Included?

Your membership includes the following 10 features:

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1️⃣ Weekly Rehearsals

Train with the troupe every week as we prepare for performances, competitions, photoshoots, and special projects. Each rehearsal will include technique drills based on our monthly focus, choreography, and performance coaching.

2️⃣ Professional Photos & Videos‍

You will receive access to professionally filmed performance footage from select performances, competitions, video shoots, and special projects. These videos will help you celebrate your growth, review your performances, and build a collection of high-quality content that can be used for social media, portfolios, auditions, and personal memories. While not every performance will be professionally filmed, we are committed to capturing most of them professionally.

3️⃣ Performances and Creative Projects

You’ll have opportunities to represent Heelogy through competitions, live performances, video shoots, and photoshoots. These experiences will help you gain real-world performance experience!

4️⃣ Three 1:1 Coaching Meetings

You’ll receive three private 1:1 virtual or in-person coaching meetings with Shaping Sarah. These meetings will help you get the most out of your troupe experience by providing personalized guidance, feedback, and support throughout your journey.

‍5️⃣ Heelogy Workshops

All Heelogy workshops are included in your troupe membership. Troupers are expected to attend a minimum of 4 workshops throughout the season. While not every workshop is mandatory, consistent participation will be considered during leadership opportunities, formation choices, performance opportunities, and end-of-season evaluations.

6️⃣ Exclusive Private Coaching Rate

You will receive access to a preferred private coaching rate of 30% off throughout the season. Whether you’re looking for additional support with technique, performance quality, flexibility, choreography retention, or personal dance goals, private sessions provide an opportunity to receive focused 1:1 coaching tailored to your individual needs. This will help you accelerate your growth and receive personalized guidance beyond what is possible during group rehearsals.

7️⃣ Production Costs

Your membership includes all production costs that are involved in our performances and creative projects. This includes the venue, the videographer, and other production elements required to bring these creative projects to life.

8️⃣ Video Tutorials

Each choreography comes with 5 easy-to-follow videos to guide you every step of the way, no matter your learning style. Videos include the breakdown, the counts, the lyrics, the music slow motion, and the music tempo.

9️⃣ Video Feedback

Troupers may submit one practice video per week for review and coaching. This is an opportunity to receive corrections and gain additional support outside of rehearsals to help accelerate your growth.

🔟 Growth Report

At the end of the season, you’ll receive a personalized evaluation highlighting your growth throughout the troupe experience. We’ll review your strengths, celebrate your progress, and identify the next steps in your development as a performer.

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❓"How much time should I expect to dedicate outside of rehearsals?"

Troupers should expect to spend time reviewing choreography, practicing independently, and completing any assigned preparation between rehearsals. The exact amount will vary throughout the season, but a weekly 1-2 hour practice outside of class is going to set you up for success.

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❓"Do I need to have performance experience to audition?"

No! Previous performance experience is not required. We are looking for Shapers who demonstrate strong potential, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to growth.

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Investment

$165 CAD per month

[taxes included]

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⚠️ Payment Policy:

📝 First Payment: $85 CAD due on June 23, 2026

📝 Future Payments: $165 CAD due every 5th of the month by e-transfer, credit, or cash.

📝 Late Fees: A late fee of $1 per day will be applied until the outstanding balance is paid in full. If you anticipate difficulty making a payment, please communicate with coach Shaping Sarah before the due date. Open communication is always appreciated and allows us to find a solution together!

📝 No Proration: Membership operates as a monthly commitment, similar to a gym membership. Fees are not prorated for attendance, vacations, or travel.

📝 No Refunds: Once a payment is made, it is non-refundable. No exceptions will be made.

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❓"Will you be performing with us?"

Yes and no 😊 I will be part of certain performances and video shoots throughout the season, but not all. My main role is to support, coach, and mentor the team behind the scenes. During every project, I’ll be there for mental support, feedback, help with logistics, and making sure you feel prepared.

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❓"I’m nervous about the thought of performing. Should I still audition?"

That’s completely normal! Nobody joins the troupe because they’re already 100% confident performing. They join because they want to BECOME more confident on stage. Throughout the season, you’ll receive support, coaching, and opportunities to gradually build confidence in front of an audience.

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Additional Investments

The following expenses are not included in your troupe membership:

👠 Costumes

Costumes are not included in the troupe membership.

Troupers will be required to purchase their own costumes for performances, competitions, photoshoots, and other special projects. Costume links and ordering instructions will be provided by Coach Shaping Sarah, and Troupers will be responsible for placing their own orders.

To help you plan ahead, we anticipate approximately 3 costumes throughout the season with a maximum budget of $100 per costume.

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🥇 Competition Registration Fees

Competitions require an individual registration fee in order to participate. These fees are set by the event organizers and are not included in the troupe membership.

To give you an idea, the registration fee for our 2025 competition was approximately $90 per Shaper.

Whenever possible, competition fees and payment deadlines will be communicated well in advance so you can plan accordingly.

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🚘 Travel/Accomodation

Certain performance and competition opportunities may take place outside of Montreal. In these cases, Troupers are responsible for their own transportation, accommodations, meals, and any related travel expenses.

To give you an idea, during the 2025 season, troupe members organized carpools to Waterloo and shared hotel rooms to help reduce costs. While every event is different, the team often works together to coordinate travel arrangements and make opportunities as low cost as possible.

Travel details, estimated costs, and deadlines will be communicated in advance so you can plan accordingly.

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❓"Are costumes included?"

No. Each Trouper is responsible for purchasing their own costumes using the links provided by the Heelogy team. We recommend budgeting maximum $100 maximum per costume throughout the season. To give you an idea, troupe members will likely require maximum 3 costumes for performances, competitions, photoshoots, and creative projects.