Ballet Course Description

All instructors are highly qualified with training from the National Ballet School.

Baby Ballet
1.5 – 2.5 yrs

This is a great introduction to dancing for children just developing their coordination and balance. Classes enhance the development of fine and gross motor skills Children are introduced to the concepts of basic movements, jumping, marching, walking, hopping and are made aware of music and rhythm. Exercises for building physical strength and coordination are offered in a nurturing atmosphere. Parent or caregiver participation required.

Pre Ballet & Creative Movement
2 – 3.5 yrs

Activities are designed to develop strength, coordination, creative thinking, and expression. Children refine motor skills and develop the creative process. Focus on fun and continuous movement. Supports creative freedom and inspires a love of dance.

Pre Ballet & Creative Movement
3.5 – 5 yrs

Class encourages imagination, creativity, musicality and graceful movement. Introduction to age appropriate ballet terminology and exercise. These classes teach rhythm, coordination and group participation through a variety of movements and exercises. Focus on poise and grace in movement & development of musical and rhythmic awareness.

Ballet & Creative Movement
5 – 7 yrs

Children are introduced to more complex content through structure, correct placement, and fundamental ballet & creative dance movements. Balance of structure and improvisation dance. Children develop muscle strength, flexibility and focus. Focus on posture and body placement, introduction to ballet steps and terminology.