Empowered authenticity
No rigid, cookie-cutter frameworks. We adapt to support your child's personality, original style, and unique voice.
Youth Public Speaking and Performing Arts Studio · Calgary
The Greatest Gift You Can Give Your Child Is Unshakable Confidence.
At CAPTIVATE, we believe that public speaking is an art form, a critical skill, and a catalyst for lifelong leadership. Anyone can speak, but to speak with intention, to encapture a room, and to articulate large ideas with clarity, requires structured technical mastery and unwavering character.
- 15 years of University Level Training Behind Every Lesson
- Trinity College London & Royal Conservatory of Music Toronto Examination Standards
- Calgary Performing Arts Festival & In-studio Based Performance Opportunities
- Weekly 1-on-1 Individualized Coaching and Mentorship
About the studio
Empowering Youth Through Confident Speech & Performing Arts
Choose CAPTIVATE because you understand that public speaking is an art form, a critical life skill, and a catalyst for lifelong leadership. Our mission is to help your child transform core communication techniques into authentic, real-world confidence.
Through highly personalized, weekly 30-minute private lessons, CAPTIVATE meets your child where they are—tailoring every session to their unique voice, personality, and learning style. Our targeted approach elevates their composure and demeanor, empowering them to step naturally into leadership roles both in school and beyond. As presentation anxiety fades, you will watch your child shine on stage, take genuine pride in their accomplishments, and build lifelong self-assurance.
Our modular curriculum builds essential communication skills, including vocal control, crisp diction, body language, impromptu storytelling, and literary analysis. By blending structured modules with interactive games, role-play, and rapid-fire speech drills, we make building confidence feel like play. Guided by highly ethical, impactful mentors who serve as positive role models, CAPTIVATE inspires a generation of changemakers to stand up for their beliefs, connect deeply with others, and confidence for every stage they step onto.
Our four core pillars
Every lesson we teach and every goal we set is anchored in four non-negotiable principles.
Inspired artistic excellence
We hone technical speech tools to a high level of mastery, preparing students for recognized festivals and international examination standards.
Creative exploration
A nurturing studio rooted in creativity, honest exploration, and fun, so public speaking feels like play rather than a chore.
Impactful growth & mentorship
Deep, mutually respectful connections. We act as consistent, positive role models who inspire self-value.
Meet the founder
A Lifelong Dedication to the Art of Communication
My journey with speech arts began in kindergarten, studying for 13 years under a master speech professor from Mount Royal University. Through more than a decade of rigorous work, I learned that public speaking is never simply about vocalizing words. It is about learning to speak effectively, authentically, and with real purpose.
As a competitive performer, I showcased at the Calgary Performing Arts Festival and the Kiwanis Festival. Those same tools opened real leadership doors early in life, from presenting city improvement initiatives directly to the Mayor of Calgary to appearing as a featured voice in news articles and live television. I capped off my classical training by earning my Associate in Speech and Drama from Trinity College London.
My philosophy rests on the three impulses that foster an exceptional speaker.
Thought
Training the mind for clear, concise, meaningful communication.
Feeling
Cultivating real, authentic emotion to connect with any audience.
Tools
Mastering the technical, creative, and physical elements of delivery.
Programs & schedule
How lessons work
1-on-1 lessons
30-minute private sessions scheduled across Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday blocks.
16-week semesters
Two terms each year: September to January, and February to June.
$35/ lesson
Simple, transparent pricing. Ask about reserving a recurring weekly slot.
Performance Milestones Through the Year
- November Performing Arts Festival Registration
- January Studio Showcase
- April Performing Arts Festival & International Examination Dates
- June End-of-year Speech Tournament
Challenged Just Enough to Grow.
Supported Every Step of the Way
How we showcase progress
Progress looks different on every single child. By tailoring how we challenge our students, we meet them exactly where they are and grow alongside them. Confidence isn't like a traditional grade or a simple math equation—it’s dynamic, deeply personal, and hard to measure on paper. It shows up in how your child carries themselves, how they listen and articulate their ideas, and how they set themselves up for real-world success. Trust the process, stay patient, and get excited to see your child bloom.
To support that growth, our studio is built on total trust and openness. Here, students are encouraged to share their honest thoughts, ask every question, and feel completely comfortable saying, "I don’t know." No one is expected to be an expert public speaker on day one or pretend to be someone they’re not. We work together, learn together, and navigate both the victories and the learning moments as a team.
What parents say
Confidence you can watch grow
“The change in our daughter has been remarkable. She used to freeze when asked to present. Now she volunteers first.”
Parent of a Grade 4 student
“Lessons never feel like pressure. He looks forward to them every week and walks taller afterward.”
Parent of a Grade 6 student
“Aryanna sees each child as an individual. The festival experience gave our son a memory he is genuinely proud of.”
Parent of a Grade 8 student
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Parents & venue
A calm, welcoming home for lessons
Lessons are hosted at Parkdale United Church, in the 2nd floor CAPTIVATE office. The studio is a bright, dedicated space built for focused one-on-one work.
- Location Parkdale United Church, 2nd Floor CAPTIVATE Office
- For parents A dedicated waiting area with complimentary coffee
- Lesson days Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday blocks
Contact & registration
Reserve your fall time slot
Tell us a little about your child and what you are hoping for. Aryanna will follow up personally to set up a free consultation.
- Email info@captivatespeech.ca
- Phone 403-630-2111
- Studio Parkdale United Church, Calgary