Preschool Division
Mommy & Me (Ages 2 to 4)
An introduction to the art of dance in a nurturing environment ideal for children ages two to four years of age who are toilet trained. Parents or caregivers participate with the child. Imaginative exercises present an outlet for an active mind and satisfy a child’s natural instinct for movement., introducing dance to the youngest of dancers. Classical, folk and traditional music are used to inspire song and movement. Class meets once per week for 45 minutes.
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The following classes are designed for children who are able to separate easily from their parents. Parents of preschool students must remain in the studio area while their child attends class, in case the child wants to see his or her parents or needs to use the bathroom facilities. New students are accepted for these classes in September, October, January, February and June.
Creative Movement (Pre-Kindergarten, Ages 3 to 5)
A special class designed for children three to five years of age who are ready to separate from their parent and dance independently. Children are introduced to the wonderful world of dance through a combination of classical, folk and traditional music. Exercises promote early childhood development with a focus on body awareness, gross motor skills, and individual expression through creative movement. Class begins with warm-up exercises and stretches that develop flexibility and posture. It moves to the center floor exercises which develop balance, rhythm and coordination. Class meets once per week for 45 minutes.
Pre-Ballet (Kindergarten, Ages 5 to 6)
A prelude to formal ballet instruction, students will develop a foundation for ballet technique in a learning environment that fosters a love for dance and music. Exercises will introduce students to the “ballet barre” to develop correct posture and technique. Center floor includes stretches to develop flexibility, standing exercises to gain balance and strength , and travel steps to encourage development of gross motor skills. Students begin to learn French vocabulary, movement expression, and proper ballet etiquette in a non-competitive atmosphere. Class meets one or more times per week for one hour.
Pre-Tap (Ages 4 to 6)
Tap class helps improve the student’s posture and develop rhythm and coordination. PAs students learn to put dance steps together in a variety of ways, they improve cognitive thinking skills. Precise musicality and classroom etiquette are emphasized. Class meets one or more times a week for 45 minutes.
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