Kids Classes (Ages 2-7)

Dancers age 2 through 4 and their caregivers join us for a joyful and expressive class in the studio. Our instructors will introduce the BrainDance (a series of warm-up movements set to nursery rhymes. Dancers learn new movements through multi-sensory dance explorations with props (scarves, instruments, etc.) or obstacle courses and have fun during free dance time. Get ready for a bonding experience with your littlest dancer.

Requirements:  Dancers must be 2 years old before their first class. Bare feet or ballet shoes are required. 

Dancers will discover joy and delight through movement in our warm and supportive studio! Dancers begin class with BrainDance (a series of warm-up movements set to nursery rhymes that challenge development and coordination). Foundational Ballet, Tap, and Contemporary skills are introduced and dancers explore the weekly core dance concept through enchanting dance games, improvisation, obstacle courses, and creative movement stories. Dancers build confidence, rhythm, and coordination independent of caregivers. Butterflies are also eligible to perform in our Spring Performance! 

Requirements: Dancers must be three years old by September 1st for school year classes and by June 15th for summer classes. Dancers should be able to walk into class independently and follow classroom safety rules. (If your dancer turns three during the session or is not yet comfortable leaving you for class, consider enrolling in Ladybugs, which is a great transitional class.) Tap shoes and Ballet or Jazz shoes are required.

Dancers will continue to build their Ballet, Tap, and Contemporary skills. They are also introduced to Jazz skills in this engaging class. Students build artistry and creativity through weekly dance concept explorations. Dancers are challenged with more complex rhythms and skills in our supportive and positive learning environment. Class includes skills practice, creative movement, obstacle courses, dance games, partnering, and, of course, fun! Fireflies are also eligible to perform in our Spring Performance! 

Requirements: Dancers must be four years old by September 1st for school year classes and by June 15th for summer classes. Tap shoes and Ballet or Jazz shoes are required.

This is a great class for dancers who love all kinds of movement. Dancers learn Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, and Jazz skills all in one class.  Students build artistry and creativity through weekly dance concept explorations. Instruction begins to focus on technical aspects of dance, such as musicality, spatial awareness, dance class structure, posture, and balance. Class includes age-appropriate stretching, skills practice, obstacle courses, dance games, freestyle work, partnering, and of course fun! Dragonflies are also eligible to perform in our Spring Performance! 

Requirements: Dancers must be five years old by September 1st for school year classes and by June 15th for summer classes. Tap shoes and Ballet or Jazz shoes are required.

For dancers who thrive in a quieter and more structured environment, dancers learn beginning ballet positions and postures, with an emphasis on placement and technique. Students build artistry and creativity through weekly dance concept explorations. Instruction begins to focus on technical aspects of dance, such as musicality, spatial awareness, dance class structure, posture, and balance. Class includes age-appropriate stretching, skills practice, obstacle courses, dance games, freestyle work, partnering, and of course fun! Dragonflies are also eligible to perform in our Spring Performance! 

Requirements: Dancers must be four years old by September 1st for school year classes and by June 15th for summer classes. Ballet shoes are required.

Dancers learn beginning hip-hop steps, starting with bounces, rolls, grooves, rocks, and 2-steps. Students build coordination and creativity through weekly dance concept explorations. Instruction begins to focus on technical aspects of dance, such as musicality, spatial awareness, and dance class structure. Class includes age-appropriate stretching, skills practice, obstacle courses, dance games, freestyle work, partnering, and of course fun! Dragonflies are also eligible to perform in our Spring Performance! 

Requirements: Dancers must be four years old by September 1st for school year classes and by June 15th for summer classes. Light-colored, clean-soled sneakers are required.