Kinder Klasses

These primary ballet classes introduce young dancers to ballet technique appropriate for their age .  They also develop the musicality, rhythmical awareness, and movement vocabulary that is the basis for self-expression in dance.  Our aim in this beginning program is to develop a joy of movement with basic dance motor skills.

* Most Kinder Klasses for the 2008-2009 season are now full.  New class added on Fridays at 11:00 for 3 and 4 year olds.

Our classes run from September to June and include:

Kinder Ballet 3 & 4

Creative movement is an integral part of the kinder program.  Music & movement exercises are given to help explore & develop creativity & self expression.
Ages 3 & 4  Fridays 10:00 - 10:45 AM
Ages 3 & 4  Fridays 1:00 - 1:45 PM

Kinder Kombo

This high-energy program is an excellent introduction for young children & offers variety for children wishing to expand their training in theatre & different dance forms.  Tap / Ballet / Song & Dance.
Ages 4  Saturdays 10:00 - 10:45 AM
Ages 5  Saturdays 11:00 - 11:45 AM

Pre Ballet 5 & 6

The ballet classroom structure is introduced including beginning "barre work". Close attention continues to be paid to proper skeletal alignment and muscle development to ensure correct dance technique and good health.
Ages 5 & 6  Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30 PM

Parent and Tot

This 8 week course is a parent participation class designed to introduce toddlers ( and their caregivers) to the wonder of music and movement.  This class is offered twice per year, usually mid Oct to mid Dec and again from mid April to mid June.  Once the Monday class is full, we will offer a Wednesday class. 

*Note:  Both the Monday and Wednesday classes are full for the fall season.

 (Classes run over 8 weeks, please check for dates)

Ages 1.5 to 3 years  Mondays 10:00 - 10:45 AM
Ages 1.5 to 3 years  Wednesdays 10:00 - 10:45 AM
     

Dance Wear for Kinder Programs

Girls 

  • soft pink gymnastics shoes
  • pink ballet slippers 
  • pink ballet tights
  • pink  body suit 

Boys

  • soft black gymnastics shoes or ballet slippers
  • white knee socks
  • black shorts
  • white t-shirt

 

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