YOUNG DANCER PROGRAM

Unleashing children's potential through dance

For aspiring dancers ages 3 to 6 years

Our teaching philosophy centers on the belief that children flourish in a warm, supportive, and encouraging environment. We design our programs for young children to inspire learning, spark creativity, and foster musicality—all while making sure every moment is filled with fun. By nurturing their passion for dance in such a positive atmosphere, we help children develop not only their skills but also their confidence and joy in movement. Parent viewing is the first week of each month.

  • Tuesday, 4:15-5:00pm

    Thursday, 4:15-5:00pm

    This class nurtures young children in a loving, positive, and encouraging environment where they can thrive. Through playful movements, tumbling, and introductory dance steps, your child will develop balance, coordination, and self-confidence. The focus on creativity, musicality, and fun helps foster a love for movement while developing important motor skills and social interaction.

  • Saturday, 11:30am-12:30pm

    Young dancers are introduced to tap and ballet dance styles and explore movement, rhythm and creativity in a nurturing atmosphere.

  • Tuesday, 5:00-5:45pm

    Thursday, 5:00-5:45pm

     

    In this beginner ballet class, children are introduced to the fundamentals of ballet in a creative and supportive atmosphere. The focus on strength, flexibility, and musicality helps build a solid foundation for dance while encouraging body awareness and discipline. Through engaging activities, children develop a love for dance that boosts their confidence, all while improving posture, balance, and coordination in just 45 minutes of fun.

  • Thursday, 5:45-6:45pm

     

    Ballet 2 introduces basic ballet vocabulary and fun exercises designed to develop strength, coordination, and flexibility. Children benefit from the focus on musicality and expressive movement, helping them connect music with dance while fostering creativity and imagination. Props and playful exercises ensure that children not only learn ballet but also engage their creativity and build confidence. No prior experience is required, making it accessible and enjoyable for beginners.

  • Saturday, 10:30-11:30am

     

    Class time is shared to explore tap and ballet styles in each 60 minute class. 

  • All Students:

    * Please purchase dance items at a reputable dance store such as Stage Center in Akron or Dancers Pointe in Stow. Target or other stores do not sell quality dance products.

    Attire:

    • Girls wear black leotards, pink tights and pink ballet shoes Colored leotards and skirts may be worn in the last class of each month.

    • Boys wear white or black dance shirts, black leggings, white socks and black canvas spilt sole shoes.

    • Ballet and Tap 1 will also need black tap shoes.

    Hair:

    • Pre-school-level girls should wear pigtails.

    • All other levels may wear a ponytail or bun.

    • Short hair must be pulled back with an elastic headband.

    • Boys: Hair trimmed neatly away from face and collar. No razor designs or colored hair.

"My daughter has fallen in love with the dance instruction here. Mia Klinger is a breath of fresh air in the ballet world. She is passionate not only about ballet but about community and life. It shines through in her teaching. My daughter has made new friends and has been given wonderful opportunities to learn new choreography! "

Program Section

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM

Ages 7 & up

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DANCER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

Ages 6 & up

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