FAQs

Sparx expands upon social-emotional learning objectives used in Ontario’s curriculum and integrates it within popular and fun acting activities. The lessons are structured strategically by using similar teaching methods used in today’s classrooms. Each class will have specific learning goals for the kids to achieve and the content in each lesson will support that.

What educational skills will they learn?

The list is endless! But here are a few:

Social skills such as self-empowerment and increased emotional intelligence
To experience and appreciate perspectives of people from different backgrounds

(Note: Kids will be provided with activities relating to social issues such as bullying, anxiety, inclusiveness and public safety.)

Increased confidence with public speaking and presentation skills
Apply problem solving skills and learn how to take an innovative approach to a challenge
Enhanced Language Art skills (reading, creating and interpreting written material)
How to create, write and act out multiple stories & characters
How to collaborate in a team environment
Individual accountability
How to develop strong work ethic, patience and commitment
Social skills such as self-empowerment and increased emotional intelligence
Body awareness, Kinesthetic learning and play-based learning
Build conversational skills and focus (i.e. learning to listen and react to lines)
Improve imagination skills
Empowerment and overall confidence

What acting skills will they learn?

Script and line memorization (helps with reading practice too!)
Improvisation
Creative development and imagination
Writing scripts, stories and creating multiple characters
Manipulate elements and forms to convey and express feelings, thoughts and ideas
How to feel confident, self-assured and powerful
Experience acting out a wide range of characters
How to conquer nerves and perform for an audience
How to be vulnerable and flexible
How to work alone and in a group
How to connect with a scene partner and commit to a character
How to make positive and bold decisions
Big Sparx Acting Classes students will learn how to do a film, tv and commercial auditions
And of course how to have a ton of fun!

Plus much more!

Where are the classes located?

We are at a few different locations in Toronto! We currently are in Bloor West Village, Midtown & Etobicoke.

Different programs have different locations so please make sure you read your course or camp description before signing up!

Additionally, we LOVE booking and making connections with schools and group organizations for US to come in and run multi-week Educational Acting programs at YOUR child’s school or organization location! Reach out to us for more details if you think your school or group organization would be interested.

Where do I drop off my child and is there parking available?

We require a parent or guardian to always be present for drop offs as mandatory Covid screenings will take place. A detailed email will be sent a few days before your program start date that will provide your class drop off details according to your specific class location.

What time do classes begin?

Our program class times vary. Each time is listed when you click your selected class graphic located on our ‘CLASSES’ page.

What ages and special conditions are allowed?

For our Full Day Summer Camps, we suggest SK students for the upcoming school year up to grade 6 and Afternoon Only Summer Camps we will accept JK, although they can do a Full Day if they wish (MUST BE 4 YEARS OLD & TOLIET TRAINED). Generally, for all other programs (please contact us if you are unsure), as a general guideline, we accept Junior Kindergarten (4/5 years old) to Grade 6 (11/12 years old). However, we do leave it up to the parent if a child is in Grade 7 to sign up if they wish. We invite JK-Grade 7 to try a drop-in class to see if they are a good fit!

Students must be able to fully regulate themselves in a group setting without any additional one on one support unless they bring someone qualified (such as a caregiver or parent) with them for the entire duration of the Program. Sparx will not be responsible or provide an additional staff member to assist.

How many students are in each class and what is the instructor/student ratio?

We like to keep our class sizes on the lower side. For our Afterschool and Saturday courses, we allow a minimum of 3-5 children and a maximum of 12 per group with 1 instructor. For Camps, we have a max of 20 children spilt into two age groups with 3 instructors.

My children has allergies and/or medical conditions. Who do I inform?

When you are selecting your class please ensure that you note this information in your class information form before checkout or email us at info@sparxstudioacting.com. If you are unsure if your child should register, please contact your doctor or us for more information before enrolling. Please read our ‘What ages and special conditions are allowed’ question as well.

Are there places I can go during the class?

Feel free to explore Bloor West Village during the class! There are many cafés, restaurants and stores located just two short blocks north of the church on Bloor St. W. As well, High Park is just a 5-minute drive east from Windermere United Church on Bloor St. West! For Midtown Classes, there is a park directly beside Manor Road and Mt.Pleasant and Eglinton nearby with many food shops and cafes. In the Etobicoke locations, there are a few nearby malls, the Lakeshore and lots of shops close by as well! Email us if you would like more information 🙂

Can I sign up more than once?

We encourage our students to return to classes at Sparx Studio! We specialize in teaching kids social-emotional and acting skills, which both require continuous training and practice for noticeable results. Not to mention, we have a vast amount of content that we teach so they will always have new games. Therefore, our students will benefit from taking part in various programs throughout their Sparx journey, where they will learn new skills and build upon important lessons they have previously learned. Additionally, the dynamic of the groups vary for every new program and the students get to create, rehearse and perform a new, original play each time!

P.S. Our Sparx regulars love coming back and say that each time is a different experience (and they still love playing their favourite games!). Furthermore, our instructors are trained to challenge each returning student in order to further progress your little Sparky!

Who are the teachers?

Please click on our ‘TEAM’ page to read about us!

Does my child need to have acting experience?

We accept all children at any experience level! If you have additional concerns about your child and/or think they need extra assistance in a group setting, please contact us prior to signing up and we will do our best to accommodate them! * For our In-Person ‘Big Sparx’ courses, we recommend that you sign up if your child has completed another Sparx course, are in Grade 3 or older, or if they already have some previous acting experience.

How do I sign up and pay?

Please click above on ‘ CLASSES’ and select the program, location and date(s) you would like to sign up for. You have the option of purchasing multiple classes at once and paying one total payment online with a credit or debit card.

What is the deadline to signup?

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure your child a spot. However, our general deadline for classes will be 10 days prior to the first day of the selected class.

Is there a Sparx Policy and Terms and Conditions page?

Yes. To view, please scroll the bottom of the screen and click our ‘Policies and Terms & Conditions” link.

Promo Codes, Discounts & Special Sales?

Customers can use these at the time of their current registration as long as it is still within the valid usage dates and for the correctly advertised product. Sparx Studio is not responsible nor will refund customers forgetting or missing out on a discount, promo or sale.

What happens if the course is cancelled because of COVID-19?

If Sparx Studio, our location facility or the City of Toronto decides to not allow in-person classes due to COVID-19, Sparx will offer a discounted virtual course in its place. Full details can be found in our Refund & Cancellation Policy.

After paying, it said you would provide free shipping. What should I expect?

A confirmation email and a spot for you in one of our classes! 🙂

How do I contact Sparx Studio?

Please feel free to email us anytime at info@sparxstudioacting.com or call us during our business hours (9:00 am to 5:00 pm) at 437-925-8559.

What COVID policies do you have in place? See below:

All Sparx instructors will receive extra, in-depth COVID-19 response training in order to follow up to date provincial health and safety rules for childcare.
Only current COVID-19 max. amount of students will be allowed in one course group (with one or two instructors) as per provincial and our specific location regulations.
If you’re already feeling unwell the morning of your class, please stay home and email us before your class to let us know you are unable to make it; however as much advance notice as possible is preferred (i.e. if you feel unwell the day before, then please email us then).
Masks are optional. According to the current TPH & our facilities’ rules in regards to mask wearing: It is recommended to wear a well-fitting, high quality mask, especially in indoor public settings such as our rented class spaces. (For more information on this click HERE). We will be doing a lot of activities outdoors whenever we can and already have measures in place to promote safe (and still fun!) games.
The classroom and bathrooms will be wiped down before and after class. (and during if needed).
Children will have hand washing breaks throughout the class.
We will have plenty of hand sanitizer and bacterial cleaning spray on hand.
We will have a response plan if a child shows symptoms of COVID-19 or if we think they have been exposed.
Daily attendance will be recorded to track any contact.

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Any Personal Information provided to Sparx offline, from other sources or collected through your use of our website or services will be “processed” (as such terms are defined in the Data Protection Act 1998) by us for the purposes of administration, research, the provision of teaching services in educational drama, the organisation of performances and for the administration of Sparx’s statutory obligations under legislation relating to children. Sparx will not disclose this information to third parties for marketing purposes. Sparx itself may use this information for marketing its services. If you do not wish to receive marketing information from Sparx please note this in your registration notes or unsubscribe to any email at the bottom.

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Child Protection

Sparx Studio Acting Inc. (Sparx) is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for all of our students. Sparx’s Child Protection Policy is available to all parents and staff.

A vital part of Sparx’s Child Protection Policy is that each class is overseen by a certified Sparx’s instructor. Every certified Sparx instructor must be fully trained in our curriculum and possess a cleared and valid Police Check, experience working with children, agree to a detailed Workplace Protocols & Policy contract (available upon request) which includes guidelines for their and the students’ safety & wellbeing, and up to date Standard First Aid-Level C for infants and children.