OUR STORY
Learn more about Tyrsa Ukrainian Dance and Bandura School's history
Tyrsa Ukrainian Dance School was formed in 1977 by a group of young Canadians wishing to keep their Ukrainian culture alive. The name Tyrsa comes from a wild grass that grows in Ukraine. In the past, the group has performed at a variety of festivals in Canada such as Expo 86, The United States, a tour of Ukraine, Southern Ontario.
Mission Statement:
To develop our youth through the instruction of Ukrainian dance, song, and arts in an atmosphere that promotes responsibility, instills self-confidence, and cultivates an appreciation for the art and brilliance, of Ukrainian Culture, with the intent of contributing to the Canadian multicultural mosaic.
The school is open to the general public, Ukrainian fluency or ancestry, are not required. Over the years, Tyrsa has hosted a number of talented choreographers whose vision and dedication enhanced the lives and enriched the Ukrainian culture of the students.
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Today we have classes ranging for ages 4 and up and as of 2015 we have offered folklore music instruction on the Bandura (Ukraine's national instrument) for all ages.
Classes are held on Tuesday nights.
The Tyrsa Team
Tyrsa would not exist without the dedication and support of our team and volunteers!
President:
Stephan Pichocki
Head Dance Instructor:
Nadine Usyk
Dance Instructor, Social Media Manager, Parent Liaison:
Laryssa Pichocki
Costume Director:
Debbie Pichocki
Administrative Assistant, Community Liaison, Teaching Assistant:
Matthew Pichocki
Fundraising:
Linda Pichocki
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Past Dance Instructor:
Taras Gulka
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Past Bandura Instructors:
Yurij Petlura, Borys Ostapienko, Ivan Dusanowskyj, Alina Kuzma, Oleksander Petlura, Alisa Osavelyuk
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Thank you to all the parents, family, friends, volunteers, sponsors and donors who have made an impact on Tyrsa over the years!