This class introduces pre-school children to dance using music, props and stories.

The emphasis is on moving and capturing the imagination. Each exercise builds essential motor skills, co-ordination and rhythm. Children work in partners and groups to discover their first Tap, Modern and Ballet steps. This nurtures their social and emotional development.

Children are now able to remember the names of the steps they learn and begin putting them into short sequences. Following the Pre-Primary ISTD syllabus in Tap and Modern provides an appreciation of the contrasting styles and accompanying music, for example; rhythmic tap and jazzy modern.

Pre-Primary Ballet introduces young dancers to the magic of ballet through imaginative movement and storytelling. Following the ISTD syllabus, children learn basic ballet steps, posture and coordination while exploring rhythm, musicality and expressive movement in a playful and creative way.

Students now learn longer sequences demonstrating more precise technique. Improvisation is encouraged, drawn from the range of steps they have developed in their classes so far. There is an option of taking a class exam (where the teacher is present) in the Primary ISTD Tap and Modern syllabi they have learned. This is usually after 3 - 4 terms of study.

The differing styles of Tap + Modern become more defined at this level and classes are now taken separately.

The process of learning, memorising + performing longer dances contributes to increasing self-confidence.

Rhythm is a strong focus of the Tap exercises, along with the precise movement of the feet + ankles. Modern is frequently seen in musicals and the basis of these high energy steps starts here.

There is the option of taking an exam once approximately 3 - 4 terms of study have been completed.

Primary and Grade 1 Ballet classes build on early ballet foundations, introducing more structured technique and musical awareness. Working to the ISTD syllabus, dancers develop strength, alignment and coordination while beginning to work towards exam preparation, all within an encouraging and enjoyable class setting.