Children’s Program

The Children’s Program, for ages 16 months to 7 years, introduces children to the art of dance by promoting the exploration of creativity and expression through movement. This syllabus, designed by child development and dance education experts, supports the development and improvement of motor skills and coordination, attention and listening skills, plus provides a foundation for the continued study of ballet. Classes are structured in a year-long progressive curriculum that builds from year to year. Starting at age five, classes include live piano accompaniment to encourage musicality.

Enrollment in the Children’s Program is based on age, regardless of prior experience or ability, and is ongoing through June. Students must meet the appropriate age requirement by September 1 of the current school year. In the summer children may enroll in Ballet Stories or Ballet Journeys.

Register online today for the 2014-2015 school year!

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Hand in Hand 2: Ages 16-24 Months

Hand in Hand 2 utilizes music and movement into a fun routine to improve your toddler’s muscle strengthening, balance and coordination.

Hand in Hand 3: Age 2

Hand in Hand 3 playfully guides students through activities designed to improve large motor skills in a fun, educational environment.

Creative Dance 1: Age 3

Creative Dance 1 introduces students to musical and spatial awareness, developing coordination and motor skills, through imaginative movement activities.

Creative Dance 2: Age 4

Creative Dance 2 uses story lines and interactive group exercises to promote imagination in the classroom, while building physical ability.

Pre-Ballet 1: Age 5

Pre-Ballet 1 explores the relationship between music and dance and introduces age appropriate ballet vocabulary in preparation for more formal ballet training.

Pre-Ballet 2: Age 6

Pre-ballet 2 familiarizes students with elements of ballet vocabulary through the use of barre and centre work that also emphasizes the students' development, posture and spatial awareness.

Primary: Age 7

Primary introduces students to the fundamental ballet technique and self-discipline necessary for the continued study of ballet.

Youth Modern: Ages 5-7

Youth Modern compliments ballet training and introduces students to a different form of dance.