Two Magicians and a Dream!
Founded by magicians Dave Morris and Colin Holt, the Victoria School of Magic has a simple mandate: To teach and inspire a new generation magicians. Our courses are designed to take students through the very basics of magic and work up to the more complicated sleights that professional magicians use everyday. It‘s the perfect way to take an interest and turn it into a hobby, or to take a hobby and turn it into a life-long passion.We put the magic into your hands.
Upcoming Classes
Magic for Kids
(Ages 9-12)
An 8-week class for young and aspiring magicians to learn the basics of magic. No more disappointing magic kits with plastic props and half-working tricks. This class teaches real magic that will delight children and adults alike. The class culminates in a live performance for family and friends.
| Dates | Sundays, Sept 11th - Oct 30th, 2022 From 1pm-2pm |
| Cost | $249 (Includes Magic Supplies*) |
| Location | Pacific School of Innovation and Inquiry (100 - 808 Douglas St.) |
*All supplies are professional quality and include: 1 Close-Up Mat (11x17), Two Decks of Cards (Bicycle), 4 US fifty cent pieces, as well as other magic items (that will remain secret).
- To register email us at info@victoriaschoolofmagic.com
Magic for Beginners
(Ages 13-16)
This 8-week class will give all young magicians a complete overview of magic. Coins, cards, mentalism, and more! Each week students will learn a fundamental concept of magic as well as a self working trick, and a sleight to practice. The class culminates in a live performance for family and friends.
| Dates | Sundays, Sept 11th - Oct 30th, 2022 From 2:30pm-3:30pm |
| Cost | $249 (Includes Magic Supplies*) |
| Location | Pacific School of Innovation and Inquiry (100 - 808 Douglas St.) |
*All supplies are professional quality and include: 1 Close-Up Mat (11x17), Two Decks of Cards (Bicycle), 4 US fifty cent pieces, as well as other magic items (that will remain secret).
- To register email us at info@victoriaschoolofmagic.com
Magic for Adults
(Ages 18-99)
Have you always wanted to try your hand at magic? Do you wish you had a few card tricks up your sleeve, or the ability to pull a coin out of your niece's ear? Then this 3-hour intensive is for you. In this course you’ll learn some self-working magic tricks that you can do right away (with very little practice), as well as some sleight-of-hand effects that will create an unforgettable experience for your friends, family, coworkers, or whoever you’re looking to impress.
| Date | T.B.A. |
| Cost | $99 (Includes Magic Supplies*) |
| Location | Pacific School of Innovation and Inquiry (100 - 808 Douglas St.) |
*All supplies are professional quality and include: 1 Close-Up Mat (11x17), Two Decks of Cards (Bicycle), 4 US fifty cent pieces, as well as other magic items (that will remain secret).
- To register email us at info@victoriaschoolofmagic.com
Your Instructors
Dave Morris
Dave Morris is a teacher, storyteller, improviser, and magician. He's been teaching, producing and performing around Canada and the world for the last 20 years. He is the artistic director of the award-winning Paper Street Theatre co., co-facilitates the Belfry 101 program for teenagers, and is the only club member in Victoria Magic Circle history to win all three trophies in a single year. Chances are, he already likes you.
Colin Holt
Colin Holt is a past president of the Victoria Magic Circle, and a multi-award winning magician – including Magician of the Year (which is the only award Dave hasn't won). He has been a student and performer of magic for over 25 years, and instructor for almost as many. He has a library of magic books, and studied under the great Tony Eng. The only thing he loves more than magic is books.