Discover Dance in our Special 4 Week Classes!
Discover Dance
Thursdays 6:00-6:30 PM | Ages 3-5
Session 1: September 5-26
Session 2: October 17 – November 14 (No Class on October 31st)
Session 3: December 5-19 *3-Week Session
Your cost is only $65 per session. ($48 per 3 week)
You pay no registration fee. (Savings of $55)
Discover Dance | Ages 3-5
Welcome to Discover Dance, an enchanting preschool dance class specially designed for our littlest dancers aged 3 to 5 years old. This magical journey combines the grace of ballet with the joy of creative movement, providing a nurturing environment for children to explore, express, and fall in love with the art of dance.
In Discover Dance we believe that every child has a natural inclination for movement and creativity. Our classes are thoughtfully crafted to captivate young minds, fostering a love for dance while developing essential physical, social, and cognitive skills. Here’s what your child can expect:
- Creative Movement: Our classes begin with creative movement exercises, where children embark on imaginative adventures using their bodies as their guide. Through storytelling and music, they’ll explore the wonders of the world, discovering animals, nature, and magical realms, all while building body awareness and coordination.
- Introduction to Ballet: As the class progresses, we gently introduce the foundational elements of ballet. Through playful exercises and games, children will learn basic ballet positions, movements, and the joy of dancing to beautiful melodies.
- Rhythmic Fun: Rhythm plays a crucial role in dance, and our little dancers will get a chance to experiment with various musical beats and tempos, enhancing their sense of musicality and timing.
- Confidence Building: In a supportive and inclusive environment, our young dancers are encouraged to express themselves freely, boosting their self-confidence and creativity as they gain a sense of accomplishment with each dance step they master.
- Social Interaction: Discover Dance is a wonderful place for preschoolers to make new friends and learn to dance together, promoting teamwork and cooperation in a joyful setting.
Join us in Discover Dance, where the magic of movement and ballet awaits your preschooler. Our experienced instructors are passionate about inspiring young hearts, and we can’t wait to witness the joy and wonder that dance brings to your child’s world. Let’s dance and discover together!
There are only 10 spots available in each of these special classes.
Dress Code: Dancers should wear a leotard and ballet slippers or comfortable, close fitting clothing and bare feet. Purchase your dancewear at Motion Studio for best price and quality.
Move With Me
Saturdays 9:30-10:00 AM | Ages 6 months – 3 years With a Caregiver
Session 1: September 5-26
Session 2: October 17 – November 14 (No Class on October 31st)
Session 3: December 5-19 *3-Week Session
Your cost is only $55 per session. ($42 per 3 week)
You pay no registration fee. (Savings of $55)
Move With Me | Ages 6 months – 3 years
Join us for an engaging and interactive Parent and Child Music and Movement class, where little ones and their caregivers can explore the joy of music together! This class is designed to foster a love of music and dance in children from infancy to preschool age, while providing a fun bonding experience for parents and guardians.
What to Expect:
- Age-Appropriate Activities: Each session includes age-appropriate musical activities tailored to the developmental stages of the children. Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will delight in singing, clapping, and moving to the beat.
- Live Music and Instruments: Experience the magic of live music with instruments such as drums, tambourines, shakers, and more. Children will have the chance to play along, discovering different sounds and rhythms.
- Movement and Dance: Encouraging physical activity, our classes incorporate a variety of movement exercises, from gentle swaying and bouncing for the youngest participants to energetic dancing and jumping for older kids.
- Educational Benefits: Beyond fun, these sessions support cognitive, motor, and social development. Children enhance their language skills, coordination, and ability to follow instructions through musical play.
- Quality Time Together: Strengthen the bond with your child through shared musical experiences. Parents and guardians are active participants, making it a wonderful opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.
Class Structure:
- Warm-Up: Gentle movements and stretching to music to start the class.
- Musical Exploration: Hands-on activities with instruments and singing.
- Dance Party: Free movement and dancing to a variety of music styles.
- Jam Circle: Explore a variety of instruments as we create music together.
- Cool Down: Calming activities and soothing music to wrap up the session.
Benefits of Participation:
- Enhance your child’s musical and physical development.
- Enjoy a supportive and welcoming community of parents and children.
- Gain new ideas for musical play at home.
- Create a routine that includes music, movement, and fun.
Discover the joy of music and movement with your little one. Sign up today and embark on a musical adventure together!
Dress Code: Students and their caregivers should dress in comfortable clothes that allows for movement and fun! We will be sitting, standing, and moving around the room.
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Motion Studio is proud to include the AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE® National Training Curriculum, a breakthrough 9 level program that combines high quality artistic training with the basics of dancer health and child development. The ABT® National Training Curriculum consists of a comprehensive set of age-appropriate, outcome-based guidelines to provide the highest quality ballet training to dance students of all ages and skill levels. Pre-Primary through Level3 will be taught by ABT® Certified Teacher, Amy Robinson, who has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Pre-Primary through Level 3 of the ABT® National Training Curriculum.