Gracefully FIERCE Children’s Academy (3 – 6 years old)
Our academy dance classes are a great way for your tiny dancer to develop motor skills and coordination. Our classes will help your child to learn to follow directions and prepare for other classroom settings as well. In addition, they will engage in creative movement to learn the beginning fundamentals of ballet while having fun in a positive, nurturing and energetic classroom environment.
Letter from our Director about our Children’s Academy:
“I have always loved teaching our tiny dancers. With a degree in Elementary Education, my heart loves watching our “littles” develop in these younger stages. I love to inspire creativity and the joy of movement, along with allowing time to be expressive. We use props, energetic music, colorful disco lights, play and creative imagery to enhance the teaching of proper technique and vocabulary. We highly encourage how to perform in a classroom environment: listening to the teacher, taking turns, sharing and being kind to our peers.”
Ms. Gina
LITTLE LEAPERS
Preschool Ballet and Tap Combo
Little Leapers Acro
// ages 3 – 4 yrs
Little Leaper Combo is designed for dancers who want to try both ballet and tap dance. This class will introduce the basic foundations of ballet for the first 30 min and then the kids change into tap shoes. Tap is great for fine motor development, musicality and rhythm. It’s also a lot of fun and perfect for a preschooler full of energy!
Class runs 50 minutes. Attire: Leotard, pink ballet shoes and tap shoes (Velcro are easiest!) *Showcase footwear may differ.
Little Leaper Acro is a separate class designed especially for preschoolers that introduces the basics of tumbling in a fun, supportive environment. Dancers will work on coordination, balance, flexibility, and body awareness while learning beginner skills such as rolls, jumps, basic stretches, and introductory acro movements — all while building confidence and having fun.
Class runs 45 minutes. Attire: Fitted dance wear, no tights or shoes.
MINIS
Jazz and Tap Combo, Ballet, Hip Hop and Tumble // ages 5-6 yrs
For our Mini students, we offer a variety of classes designed to build confidence, coordination, and a strong dance foundation while keeping learning fun and engaging!
Jazz & Tap Combo – This upbeat combination class introduces dancers to both jazz and tap. Jazz focuses on energetic movement, coordination, flexibility, and musicality, while tap teaches rhythm, timing, and sound awareness through basic footwork. This class helps young dancers develop performance skills and confidence while exploring two exciting styles.
Mini Ballet – A foundational class that introduces young dancers to the basics of ballet technique. Students work on posture, balance, coordination, and graceful movement while learning beginner ballet positions and terminology in a nurturing, imaginative environment.
Hip Hop – A high-energy class that encourages creativity and self-expression through age-appropriate hip hop movement. Dancers develop rhythm, coordination, and musicality while learning fun combinations in a positive, upbeat setting.
Tumble (Add-On Class) – This class can be added to any combo class and focuses on beginner tumbling and acro skills. Students build strength, flexibility, balance, and body awareness while learning skills such as rolls, jumps, stretches, and introductory acro movements in a safe and supportive environment.
Class runs 55 minutes. Attire: Leotard, tap shoes and tan Jazz shoes
*Showcase footwear may differ.
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