Creative Dance & Pre-Ballet

Creative Dance 3 is a gentle introduction to a classroom setting without a parent or caregiver present.  While gross and fine motor skills are absolutely explored at this level (hopping with two feet together, walking on tip toe, flexing and pointing the feet), the emphasis is on exploring creativity within boundaries.  Listening to our teacher, following directions, and having fun are at the heart of each class.

Listening, working in a group, and following directions are woven into a class of rhythm, games, and creativity.  Your little dancer won’t even know how hard he/she is working amidst the fast-paced fun of this class.  They will count along to the music and practice holding onto multiple instructions at once as they participate in obstacle courses and embrace their natural creativity in games and free dance.

Imagination and play continue to be key components in Creative Dance 5.  However, in this class the amount of detail in the instruction steps up a notch as students are encouraged to respond to their teacher’s corrections and work with their classmates.  It’s not just how high you leap, but what leg you leaped onto.  It’s not just beautiful arm movements, but beautiful arm movements standing in a straight line with your classmates.  Concentration joins the fun in this class.

The fundamentals of ballet begin in earnest in this class designed for 6 year olds.  Dancers get to stand at the ballet barre to practice their classical ballet positions.  Proper alignment is emphasized and attention to detail is front and center.  The teachers’ aim is to create strong technical foundations while continuing to foster a love of movement and art.