Ages 3 – 7
We have five levels in the Children’s Division. The students range in ages 3 years to 7 years old. Our mission is to inspire and develop a love and appreciation of ballet that will continue throughout each of our dancer’s lives.
The training begins with the development of gross motor skills, musical and spatial awareness and listening skills. As our young dancers progress through our program, they develop their natural creativity. They learn to express themselves through the use of pantomime and creative movement. The levels completing the Children’s Division focus on a more formal study of ballet through age-appropriate skill development giving our dancers a solid foundation for entrance into the Classical Ballet Division.
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Class Information
Rhythm & Movement
Age 3
This program designed just for the three-year-old, stresses the development of gross motor skills, musical awareness and appreciation, spatial awareness, and listening skills. This fun-filled class is specially designed with early dance movements, musical rhythm instruments, and pantomime. To reserve a place, please call the office at 352-357-5536.
Rhythm & Movement Class Schedule 2023-2024, choose one:
- RHYTHM & MOVEMENT A (Studio 3) – MONDAY – 3:30 – 4:15 p.m. (3 years old)
- RHYTHM & MOVEMENT B (Studio 3) – WEDNESDAY – 3:30 – 4:15 p.m. (3 years old)
Dress Code:
MDSB Uniforms are available at N’styl Performance – 407-418-1275
- Ladies:
- MDSB Light Pink SoDanca Tank Leotard
- Light Pink Ballet Split Sole Leather Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks (no lace)
- Ladies must have their hair pulled back from their faces and secured in a bun. Short hair can be pulled up from the neck and secured with a large barrette.
- Gentlemen:
- MDBS White Short Sleeve Dance Top (tight fitting)
- Black Male Dance Biker Short
- White Split Sole Canvas Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks
- Gentlemen should have their hair neatly combed and out of their faces.
Creative Dance
Age 4
This unique program has been developed for 4-year-olds. It focuses on coordination, development of motor skills, musical appreciation and interpretation, and the development of a child’s natural creativity. They learn to develop expression through the use of pantomime and creative movement.
Creative Dance Class Schedule 2023-2024, choose one class:
- CREATIVE DANCE A (Studio 3) – MONDAY – 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
- CREATIVE DANCE B (Studio 3) – WEDNESDAY – 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Dress Code:
MDSB Uniforms are available at N’styl Performance – 407-418-1275
- Ladies:
- MDSB Light Pink SoDanca Tank Leotard
- Light Pink Ballet Split Sole Leather Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks (no lace)
- Ladies must have their hair pulled back from their faces and secured in a bun. Short hair can be pulled up from the neck and secured with a large barrette.
- Gentlemen:
- MDSB White Short Sleeve Dance Top (tight fitting)
- Black Male Dance Biker Short
- White Split Sole Canvas Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks
- Gentlemen should have their hair neatly combed and out of their faces.
Pre-Ballet 1
Age 5
These programs introduce the young student to the study of ballet as a joyful dance experience and as a performing art. Students begin a more formal study of ballet through age-appropriate skill development, appreciation of music and its discriminating qualities while still allowing opportunities for creative expression. Pre-Ballet 1 is for Age 5, and Pre-Ballet 2 is for Age 6.
Pre-Ballet 1 Schedule 2023-2024, choose one class:
- PRE-BALLET 1A (Studio 3) – MONDAY – 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
- PRE-BALLET 1B (Studio 3) – WEDNESDAY – 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
Dress Code:
MDSB Uniforms are available at N’styl Performance – 407-418-1275
- Ladies:
- MDSB Light Blue SoDanca Tank Leotard
- Light Pink Ballet Split Sole Leather Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks (no lace)
- Ladies must have their hair pulled back from their faces and secured in a bun. Short hair can be pulled up from the neck and secured with a large barrette.
- Gentlemen:
- MDSB White Short Sleeve Dance Top (tight fitting)
- Black Male Dance Biker Short
- White Split Sole Canvas Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks
- Gentlemen should have their hair neatly combed and out of their faces.
Pre-Ballet 2
Age 6
These programs introduce the young student to the study of ballet as a joyful dance experience and as a performing art. Students begin a more formal study of ballet through age-appropriate skill development, appreciation of music and its discriminating qualities while still allowing opportunities for creative expression. Pre-Ballet 1 is for Age 5, and Pre-Ballet 2 is for Age 6.
Pre-Ballet 2 Schedule 2023-2024, choose one class:
- PRE-BALLET 2A (Studio 2) – TUESDAY – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
- PRE-BALLET 2B (Studio 3) – THURSDAY – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Dress Code:
MDSB Uniforms are available at N’styl Performance – 407-418-1275
- Ladies:
- MDSB Lavender SoDanca Tank Leotard
- Light Pink Ballet Split Sole Leather Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks
- Ladies must have their hair pulled back from their faces and secured in a bun. Short hair can be pulled up from the neck and secured with a large barrette.
- Gentlemen:
- MDSB White Short Sleeve Dance Top (tight fitting)
- Black Male Dance Biker Short
- White Split Sole Canvas Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks
- Gentlemen should have their hair neatly combed and out of their faces.
Primary
Age 7
This class focuses on the fundamental exercises of ballet technique in a creative and stimulating environment. In this final level of the Children’s Division, the children, seven years old, are given a solid foundation in preparation for entrance into the Classical Ballet Division beginning with Ballet 1.
Primary Schedule 2023-2024:
- PRIMARY A (Studio 3) – TUESDAY & THURSDAY – 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
- PRIMARY B (Studio 2) – MONDAY & WEDNESDAY – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Optional Class:
- CHARACTER 3* (Beginner)(Studio 3) – TUESDAY – 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
*Character class schedule is tentative. Class placement changes will be made at the discretion of the teacher*
Dress Code:
MDSB Uniforms are available at N’styl Performance – 407-418-1275
- Ladies:
- MDSB Red SoDanca Red Tank Leotard
- Ballet Split Sole Leather Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks (no lace)
- Ladies must have their hair pulled back from their faces and secured in a bun. Short hair can be pulled up from the neck and secured with a large barrette.
- Gentlemen:
- MDSB White Short Sleeve Dance Top (tight fitting)
- Black Male Dance Biker Short
- White Split Sole Canvas Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks
- Gentlemen should have their hair neatly combed and out of their faces.