TINY - ages 3-4
age is as of December 31, 2024.
Our Tiny program is for the budding dancer who is ready to take classes on their own without a caregiver in the room. Each class focuses on the developing child and helps young dancers to explore motor skills, dexterity, structure, creativity and more! The season culminates with a year-end recital performance in June 2025.
Tiny level classes run September 2024 - June 2025, however we do accept enrolments mid-season.
Classes Offered:
Jazz & Tap | Ballet & Creative Movement | Acro Dance Pre-School | Hip Hop
Read on to learn more about each exciting class!
8 Week Session: Tiny Discover Dance: Jazz & Tap
This fun and energetic class combines the lively rhythms of tap with the expressive movements of jazz, offering young dancers a chance to explore and develop their creativity, coordination, and musicality.
In this class, children will learn fundamental tap steps such as shuffles, heel-toe combinations, and simple rhythm patterns. These exercises help improve balance, coordination, and rhythm. Dancers will engage in foundational jazz steps and creative movements that enhance flexibility and expressiveness. Last but not least, dancers will build confidence and social skills through interactive group activities and dance games that encourage teamwork, listening skills, and self-expression in a supportive environment. * This class does NOT participate in the recital*
Days/Times Offered: Tuesday 4:45 - 5:15
Dress Code:
Female: Any color Sports Top, or Leotard and Dance Shorts or Leggings
Male: Fitted Athletic Shirt & Leggings or fitted shorts
Hair: Secured bun or ponytail with all hair away from face.
Shoes: Black Velcro Buckle Mary Jane Tap Shoes, Bare feet for jazz portion.
*all dress code items can be purchased through our in-studio boutique!
Offered in 8 Week Sessions.
Session 2- January 13 - March 8
Session 3 - March 31 - May 24
$145 + HST Per 8 Week Session - due upon enrolment.
No Registration Fee.
Tiny Discover Dance: Ballet and Creative Movement
his enchanting class follows the Fairy Tale Dance Curriculum, where young dancers will explore a different fairy tale each month, bringing the stories to life through ballet and creative movement.
Dancers will embody characters from classics like Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and The Little Mermaid, using their imagination to create expressive movements. Students will learn foundational ballet techniques, including basic positions, pliés, tendus, and port de bras, all within the context of the fairy tale theme. This approach makes learning fun and engaging, fostering a love for ballet from an early age. In addition to ballet, the class incorporates creative movement exercises that encourage self-expression and creativity. Children will explore different ways to move their bodies, helping to develop coordination, balance, and spatial awareness. We will also use props like wands, crowns, and scarves to bring the fairy tales to life.Classes are set to enchanting music that complements the fairy tale theme, helping children to develop a sense of rhythm and musicality. We will use classical ballet music as well as soundtracks from fairy tale movies and adaptations.
Days/Times Offered:
Thursday 5:00 - 5:30
Saturday 9:30 -10:00
Dress Code:
Female: Any color Leotard, Ballet Pink Tights, Ballet Skirt
Male: Fitted Athletic Shirt & Leggings or fitted shorts
Hair: Secured bun or ponytail with all hair away from face.
Shoes:
Female: Ballet Pink Full Sole Ballet Slipper
Male: Black Full Sole Ballet Slipper
*all dress code items can be purchased through our in-studio boutique!
Fees:
10 equal payments of $51.00 + HST due on the 1st of each month September - June.
Once per year registration fee of $32 + HST up to a maximum of $50 per family due upon enrolment.
$120 + HST recital fee, taken out January 15, unless you opt out.
Tiny Acro Dance Pre-School
Our AcroDance Pre-School curriculum is designed to teach both physical and social-emotional literacy to our youngest dancers. Through engaging songs, dance, storytelling, play, and games, we keep little ones on task and having fun while mastering important developmental milestones.
Dancers progress through the foundational levels - Yellow, Orange, and Red - in this class. These levels prepare them for the next set of stages - Green, Purple, and Blue - ensuring a strong foundation in acro skills and setting them up for lifelong learning. Join us for a dynamic and joyful journey in acrodance, where every class is an adventure in growth and creativity
Days/Times Offered:
Tuesday 5:15 - 5:45
Saturday 10:00 - 10:30
Dress Code:
Female: Any color Sports Top, or Leotard and Dance Shorts or Leggings
Male: Fitted Athletic Shirt & Leggings or fitted shorts
Hair: Secured bun or ponytail with all hair away from face.
Shoes: Bare feet
*all dress code items can be purchased through our in-studio boutique!
Fees:
10 equal payments of $51.00 + HST due on the 1st of each month September - June.
Once per year registration fee of $32 + HST up to a maximum of $50 per family due upon enrolment.
$120 + HST recital fee, taken out January 15, unless you opt out.
Tiny Discover Dance: Hip Hop
Embark on a journey of dance exploration as we prioritize the development of essential motor skills, coordination, and confidence, placing a special emphasis on the dynamic world of hip hop dance. Within every DiscoverHIPHOP session, we seamlessly weave in movement skills, nurturing the evolution of each dancer's unique personal movement style. This approach not only cultivates creativity but also establishes the fundamental groundwork for mastering the art of hip hop dance. Join us in a supportive and joy-filled learning environment where we foster creativity and set the stage for the exciting world of hip hop dance.
Days/Times Offered:
Friday 5:00 - 5:30
Dress Code:
Female: Any color Sports Top, or Leotard and Dance Shorts or Leggings
Male: Fitted Athletic Shirt & Leggings or fitted shorts
Hair: Secured bun or ponytail with all hair away from face.
Shoes: Any indoor running shoes.
*all dress code items can be purchased through our in-studio boutique!
Fees:
10 equal payments of $51.00 + HST due on the 1st of each month September - June.
Once per year registration fee of $32 + HST up to a maximum of $50 per family due upon enrolment.
$120 + HST recital fee, taken out January 15, unless you opt out.