June 13th-14th Summer Convention & Competition
Location
Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre, 2720 Glenmore Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2C 2E6
June 13th, 2026: Competition Schedule
The Assistant Experience
9:00-11:00AM Mini/Junior Assistant Solo Competition
11:00-1:00PM Teen/Senior Assistant Solo Competition
1:00-2:00PM Mini/Junior Assistant Audition w/ Gretta Briceno
11:30-12:30PM Teen/Senior Assistant Audition w/ Gretta Briceno
June 14th, 2026: Convention Schedule
Mini/Juniors (ages 12 & under)
9:00-9:15AM Warm-Up w/ Excel Assistants
9:15-10:15AM Ballet w/TBA
10:20-11:20AM Musical Theatre w/ TBA
11:30-12:30PM Hip Hop w/ TBA
12:30 – 1:00PM Lunch Break
1:00 – 2:00PM Headliner Class w/ TBA
2:05 – 3:05PM Jazz Pom w/ TBA
3:10 – 4:10PM Lyrical w/ TBA
Teen/Seniors (ages 13+)
8:30-8:45AM Warm-Up w/ Excel Assistants
8:45-9:45AM Ballroom w/TBA
9:50-10:50AM Hip Hop w/ TBA
11:00-12:00PM Contemporary Ballet w/ TBA
12:00 – 12:30PM Lunch Break
12:30 – 1:30PM Jazz Pom w/ TBA
1:35-2:35PM Lyrical w/ TBA
2:45 – 3:45PM Headliner Class w/ TBA
Investment
$235 CAD Holiday Pricing (Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2025)
$245 CAD Regular Pricing (Jan 1 – March 31, 2026)
$255 CAD Late Pricing (April 1 – May 31, 2026)
Highlights of the Summer Convention Pass
Six Expert-Led Classes
Train across a dynamic lineup of styles designed mini/junior and teen/senior dancers. Each class is taught by a leading industry choreographer specializing in high-level training and performance development.
Focused Learning Environment
With intentionally limited class sizes, dancers receive personal feedback, individualized corrections, and mentorship from top industry professionals — ideal for those looking to refine technique and artistry before the next competition season.
Headliner Experience
Each level will take part in a Headliner Class with a choreographer traveling from Los Angeles (TBA)— past Excel headliners have included Sophia Lucia and GiaNina Paolantonio, setting the bar for another unforgettable experience.
Awards & Prizes
Throughout the convention, dancers can earn: Cash Prizes, Scholarships to future Excel events, Professional photoshoot opportunities, Free costumes from our sponsors, Free competition entries to select Calgary competitions, and many more.
Refund Policy
All attendee cancellations are non-refundable. If a dancer is unable to attend, a partial credit will be issued toward a future Excel Dance Experience event.