Learning and Development

Workshops and Teacher Training, and Conferences

The SAO hosts many events throughout the year. This includes the inspirational Teaching, Education, Action sessions; the parent and family education program, Planting the Seed: Growing the Suzuki Triangle; a yearly conference for both teachers and students, and other various networking events.

Leadership Opportunities

Explore your leadership skills and develop connections.

The SAO is always looking for members to step forward and take on the responsibility of leadership while supporting the mission of the Association – to promote and support the Suzuki Method of learning by nurturing excellence in education.

Opportunities to contribute

See your contributions inform and support fellow members.

By getting involved and contributing to our quarterly newsletters, you will gain hands-on experience and watch your contributions shape the future of the Suzuki community and see the positive impact of your contribution on your fellow members.

AFFINITY AND DISCOUNT PROGRAMS

It’s true, membership really does have its privileges.

Exclusive to our members is access to a hand-picked group of vendors, suppliers, and experts selected to help you accelerate the growth and bottom line of your studio, including preferred rate instrument insurance, and offices supplies through Staples.

Opportunities to Network and Connect

It’s true, it really is who you know.

We are surrounded by technology and barriers that inhibit human connection. One of the most valuable member benefits is the network of peers and colleagues, strengthening our shared community and being a voice for Canada in the global Suzuki community.

Scholarships and Bursaries

Financial assistance for classes and workshops and more!

The SAA and SAO host hundreds of teacher training opportunities and events each year. Bursaries and Scholarships are available for SAO Members.

SELECT YOUR MEMBERSHIP

INDIVIDUAL TEACHER

Active Individual – for individual active teacher which includes the privilege to vote, hold office and have access to all support and service provided by the SAO.

STUDENT/NEW INDIVIDUAL TEACHER

Active Individual for New Teachers -attending full time college/university, or in their first two years of teaching. Includes all privileges.

GROUP TEACHER

Group Teachers: for active teacher affiliated with a SAO-registered school. SAA membership is a pre-requisite. Includes full privileges.

SCHOOL

Group Application: Subscribing School – Suzuki Schools in which each teacher is an active SAA Member. All Suzuki teachers at the school are a member of both the SAA and SAO in order for the school to qualify for the designation of group membership.

SUBSCRIBING MEMBER

Subscribing Individual – Non-teachers, family of students, etc. with non-voting privileges, but who wish to receive and contribute to the SAO quarterly newsletter. Subscribing Members are not required to be members of the SAA.

LIFETIME MEMBER

You must also be a Lifetime Member of SAA. For an individual active teacher which includes the privilege to vote, hold office and have access to all support and service provided by the SAO.

Got a question? We would be happy to answer any questions you have.