For more information and to register please contact us at: 905.338.0210 785 Pacific Road U, nit 1, Oakville www.graceacademy.ca i i i l : i i , i , ill . . Grace Academy O F DA N C E & P E R F O R M I N G A R T S Academy Director: Heidi Knapp Fellow and examiner with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing Classical Ballet Modern Theatre Dance/Jazz Tap Musical Theatre & Acting Hip Hop Technical and creative excellence in a warm and friendly environment for students age 3 to adult. Spaces available in our 3 and 4 year old programs! Call Now! Oakville Children's Music Theatre This Government award winning program is dedicated exclusively to Musical Theatre. In September students begin an adventure that guides them through the exciting world of acting, singing and dancing. NEW Pre School Level: Ages 3 and 4 Level One: JK to Grade 2 Level Two: Grades 3, 4 and 5 Level Three: Grades 6, 7 and 8 Levels One, Two and Three lead to a full Broadway Style musical showcase in June. For registration information: Dianne Devaux 905?842?9535 www.ocmt.on.ca This program has been offered in Oakville since 1995 and is a proven confidence and self esteem building activity that is focused on creativity and teamwork. All teachers have university/college degrees and are sensitive to the individual requirements of our students. A Memorable Theatre Arts Experience ConIidence ? 6elI 'iscover\ ? Teamwork w w w .in si d eH A LT O N .c o m O A K V IL LE B E A V E R W ed n es d ay , A u g u st 3 , 2 01 1 1 6 Fall Registration Kids and backpacks just seem to go together. Whether sending them off to school, to a sporting event or for a sleepover with a friend, chances are they will be bringing a backpack. But carrying a heavy load uneven- ly or improperly can result in poor posture and even distort the spinal column, causing muscle strain, head- aches, neck and arm pain, and even nerve damage. More than 50 per cent of young people experience at least one episode of low back pain by their teenage years. Alberta's chiropractors offer the following tips to ensure your child's pack doesn't become a pain in the back: Pick it right Choose a bag made of lightweight material, such as vinyl or canvas. Pick a bag that has wide, adjustable and padded Backpack tips make heading back less painful continued on page 17 kids REGISTER NOW. SPACE IS LIMITED. NEW FALL PROGRAM! 905-849-0008 Youthful, vibrant environment. No partner required. Let them enjoy the dance discovery of latin & ballroom and give them the social edge - poise, grace, confidence in any situation. blueheel dance studio | 284 church street | www.blueheel.ca 30% OffMention this ad and receive if you register by September 1, 2011