General Information
July 17-22, 2011 - Vancouver Island University, Nanaimo, BC: Celtic Performing Arts and The Pacific Institute of Piping welcome you to a world class international summer school. A key component of CeltFest, the weeklong summer school offers classes in a wide variety of Celtic subjects from dance and pipes to singing, harp, fiddle, crafts and even the penny whistle... More »
Classes
CeltFest Summer School offers a wide variety of subjects and students are encouraged to take more than one discipline. Click on each subject below for a detailed description of the subject and class offerings, instructor bios, class location, what to bring and registration information... More »
Instructors
Award winning, world-class instructors join us from all corners of the globe including the USA, Scotland, Ireland, Cape Breton and our very own, Vancouver Island. Click on the subject below to see this year’s instructors and check back frequently for more instructors join us daily!... More »
Registration
As of June 27th, registration is still open and will continue until classes are full. Upon receipt of registration, students will receive a comprehensive information package by email prior to arrival at CeltFest. Placement into subjects will be according to class space, availability... More »
School Schedule
CeltFest Summer School 2011 runs Sunday, July 17 to Friday, July 22 with classes ending at lunch on Friday. Day classes are typically 1-1.5 hours long and run from 8:30am to 4pm with lunch from 12:15pm - 1:30pm. The schedule is based on five classes/day... More »
Location
CeltFest Performing Arts Summer School is located at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. With its state-of-the-art classrooms, theatre and recreational facilities, spectacular views of the Nanaimo city skyline, mountains and ocean, Vancouver Island University is the ideal location for a world-class event... More »
Accommodation & Meals
Vancouver Island University residences offer comfortable, convenient and cost-effective on-campus accommodations for CeltFest attendees. The "Celtic Village" is a short walk from the heart of Vancouver Island University campus and is close to classrooms, cafeterias and recreational facilities... More »
Evening Events
Plan to relax, perform, jam, socialize or chill out each evening on campus! Performances and social gatherings happen Monday to Thursday evenings during CeltFest. All evening events are open to the public to enjoy and participate in!... More »
What To Bring
Be prepared for an action packed week by bringing the following items to CeltFest! All students need: pens, pencils, notebook, binder or folder for handouts, water bottle, shorts, long pants, rain gear, sweater for evening, outdoor sportswear & sunscreen, bathing suit, beach towel, and more... More »
Youth Campers
Are you sending your child to CeltFest on their own as a day camper? Most children staying in residence attend with their own adults in tow; however, if you as a parent or guardian are not available to supervise your child during lunch hour, we ask that you call us to let us know and we can make arrangements... More »
Concerts & Events
A listing of CeltFest 2011 Summer School & Concert Series, from Ceilidhs/Dance, to Summer School, to Community Events. Visit this listing frequently for updates... More »
