Foundation Level

The Foundation Level is where the magic can truly begin! This level is designed for our youngest dancers, ages 3-5, as they discover the joy of movement. Students develop body awareness, coordination, and listening skills through age-appropriate activities and creative exploration. Every class is designed to build confidence and spark a lifelong love of dance in a nurturing, playful environment.

Creative Movers

Our Creative Movers class is designed specifically for your little dancer-to-be! Through imaginative play, music, and movement, dancers begin to explore foundational pre-ballet concepts such as rhythm, counting, body awareness, posture, and basic positions in a fun way. Dancers will learn valuable skills including how to take turns, encourage other students, and follow directions. Every class is a joyful adventure designed to build coordination, confidence, and a love for dance in a safe and nurturing space.

Tiny Tumblers

What to expect on your first day…

The first day of dance class can be so exciting! For some dancers, it can also be quite intimidating–lots of new faces, loud music, and doing it all without their parent can be stressful. Our instructors and assistants will quickly welcome dancers into the dance room and begin class so there is very little time to become upset. We ask that parents wait in the lobby until class is over (sometimes, we need you to take your dancer to go to the bathroom). Typically, we don’t allow parents in the room as it can discourage their dancer from participating, and it can distract or upset other dancers who might be missing their own parent.

What if my dancer is too upset to dance?

Usually, after our “warm up” song, most dancers are comfortable enough to finish class. However, it is completely normal for new and young dancers to become upset before even entering the dance room. Teachers and helpers will try to be as encouraging as possible. If that’s not enticing enough to leave the parent’s side, we will invite the parent inside the dance studio. We always prefer that parents take their dancer to their “spot” in the dance room and encourage them to participate. Generally, whether it be in the same class or after a couple classes, parents can slowly make their way to the door so they can still be seen while dancers participate on their own. Within a month or so, most dancers are ready to fully participate all by themselves!

Upon occasion, a dancer might not be ready for dance class yet. Every child is unique and develops at their own pace. Some are very outgoing, while some need a lot of encouragement to step out of their comfort zone. If your dancer is upset before even arriving at the studio, or is very upset prior to/during class (heavy crying, not just a few nervous tears), they need to wait a few weeks before trying again. Pushing dancers too hard could make them perceive dance class as a negative experience, and push them away from dance for years to come. If you think your dancer might not be ready, please contact us — We are invested in your dancer’s education, and want to know if something isn’t right. If it is agreed a little break is needed, we are more than happy to credit your Registration fee for the next season.