Child Program

Introduction

Ballet classes benefit children in all areas of life. Ballet teaches children poise and confidence, promotes physical strength, improves concentration, develops understanding of music and rhythm, and helps develop social skills. For kids who want to experience other forms of dance, ballet provides a strong foundation. Many students from our child program go on to join our pre-professional program.

Locations:

• NCAC: Nepean Creative Arts Centre, Unit 11-35 Stafford Rd., Bells Corners (Map)

Creative Dance - Ages 3-4

This child's ballet class is an excellent introduction to ballet for pre-school children. Creativity and imagination are incorporated into movement and play to keep students engaged.

Preballet I - Ages 4-5

This child's ballet class includes instruction in ballet movement, music and mime. It is designed to help develop flexibility, coordination, spatial awareness as well as listening skills and attention span. Age appropriate stretching exercises are introduced.

Preballet II - Ages 6-7

This child's ballet class introduces students to basic ballet steps and vocabulary while they continue to improve strength and coordination. At this level students become eligible to audition for the pre-professional program.

Elementary Ballet I & II - Ages 8+

Not Offered for 2018-2019

This level focuses on building strength, ballet technique and importance of correct posture. Students learn ballet terminology and ballet etiquette.

All programs are subject to change in date, time, fee and location. Programs may be cancelled if too few people register.

Dress Code

Ballet and Creative Dance: (Girls)

• black leotard
• "Ballet pink" tights
• ballet shoes

Ballet and Creative Dance: (Boys)

• White T-shirt
• Black tights
• ballet shoes

Hair:

• must be placed high in a bun

Other Ways to Register