Dance is a unique medium for children to learn through their favorite avenue-play! Children are born with an innate desire to move rhythmically, explore space with their bodies, and discover their own capabilities. Our goal is to provide a fun and enriching space for young dancers to develop in ways that will benefit them throughout their lives. Dance at this age doesn't have to be strict, prescriptive or exclusive, its for everybody and EVERY BODY!
Why are sessions 6 weeks long? We have observed that six consecutive classes gives children a chance to observe, warm up, ease in and flourish. By the end of the session most children are fully engaged in the activities! At the end of the session you can choose to explore other activities-or sign up for more classes, it allows for ultimate flexbility for busy families!
The heart of our curriculum
We strive to provide children a fun space to explore and develop in these areas, and more!
Levels (high/low)
Tempo (fast/slow)
Rhythm (move to a beat or create the beat)
Body parts (identification, isolation)
Storytelling/self expression
Auditory processing (active listening)
Balance (on feet, on hands, one side)
Proprioception (body within space)
Pathways (forward backwards sideways)
Patterns (sequence of movements)
Complex movements (jumping, skipping, spinning)
Coordination (right and left brain communication)
Right and Left sides
Community and relationship building
*we do not implement dress code because we believe in "come as you are" for children under 4 years old. Some like to dress up in dance clothes, some like comfortable pants and a t-shirt. Ballet shoes or bare feet.*
Dance Exploration Mini
This class is for children aged 18mo-2.5 years. Caregivers are encouraged to remain close but give their child the opportunity to develop independence and confidence Children at this age rely heavily on the Circle of Security-that is they desire to go out and explore but also return to the comfort of a caregivers arms. Children at this age may choose to learn through observation. Obstacle courses are set up that challenge balance and proprioception, and encourage right and left brain communication. Children in the Mini class may or may not full enter the class independently-but majority of them do become fully integrated by the end of their first session. Sessions are six weeks long and classes are 30 minutes. Dress code is comfortable clothing that allows for freedom of movement and self expression .Bare feet or ballet slippers.
Dance Exploration
Dance Exploration is for children ages 2, 3, 4 or a combo of those. It builds on the child's natural tendency to move, express, create shapes, and tell stories. We utilize many props such as bells, shakers, scarves, tunnels, stuffed animals and much more. Musical playlists are developed with the idea of exploring many different genres and cultural traditions. Dance vocabulary, foot and arm positions and imaginative story telling is introduced. Sessions run 6 weeks and classes are 45 minutes. Dress code is comfortable clothing that allows for freedom of movement and self expression. Bare feet or ballet slippers.
Session Dates
Dance Exploration Sessions (6 week blocks) 30min=$60/session 45mins=$90/session, sibling discount available.
Registration opens two weeks before the start of each session.
SPRING/SUMMER 2023
ALL SESSIONS WAITLISTED for these dates:
Mondays starting June 5th 4:15-5:00pm (2.5-3.5yo)
Fridays starting May 26th 9:30-10:00am (1.5-2.5yo) 10:15-11:00am (2.5-3.5yo)
FALL 2023
MONDAYS: 3:30-4:15 4yo
August 14th-September 25th (NO class Labor Day)
October 2nd-November 6th
November 13th-December 18th
January 8th-February 12th
February 19th-March 25th
April 15th-May 20th
FRIDAYS: 9:30-10:00 18mo-2.5yo, 10:15-11:00 2.5-3.5yo
August 16th-September 20th
October 4th-November 8th
November 15th-December 20th
January 3rd-February 7th
February 21st-March 28th
April 18th-May 23rd