Introduce your little one to music, movement, and community in our nurturing entry-level classes for ages 3 to 4 (K3 and K4). Designed for brand-new dancers and families seeking a joyful, safe start in dance, our Creative Movement program here at Elevate Dance & Fitness Studio gives young children a wonderful first experience in the studio.
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At ages 3 and 4, learning happens best through play, structure, and positive encouragement. Our Creative Movement class uses the certified Ready, Set, Dance curriculum framework to guide young children into their very first dance steps with age-appropriate exercises that feel like pure play.
Rhythm, spatial awareness, musicality, and basic motor skills.
Children learn how to follow music, jump, turn, balance, and travel through space using fun, imaginative themes. This class helps young dancers build core strength, physical balance, and listening skills while interacting with new friends.
Foundational ballet positions and studio etiquette.
Dancers take their very first steps into ballet technique with simple, age-appropriate positions and gentle exercises. We focus on grace, posture, and coordination without any rigid pressure, giving your child a proud sense of achievement.
What to wear
| Who | What to wear |
|---|---|
| Girls | Bubblegum Pink Dance Dress, Ballet Pink tights, Ballet Pink ballet shoes, hair neatly pulled back in a bun. |
| Boys | White or level uniform-matching fitted crew-neck shirt, black tights or fitted black pants, black socks, and black ballet shoes. |
Important note for parents: No jewelry is permitted, aside from small stud earrings, for safety and performance preparation. Dance shoes should never be worn outside the building or across the parking lot.
Finding a class time that fits your family's daily routine should be simple. Browse our current schedule below for our Creative Movement classes held at our main Camilla studio location and partner locations.
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A glimpse into the warmth, safety, and encouragement your child will experience every week at Elevate.
Everything you need to know about starting your 3 or 4 year old in dance.
Not at all. Creative Movement is designed specifically as an entry point for beginners. Every child starts with a fresh slate, and our instructors meet each dancer exactly where they are with warmth and patience.
For their free trial class, your child can wear comfortable play clothes or any dress-up ballet attire you already have. Once enrolled, girls wear a Bubblegum Pink Dance Dress with Ballet Pink tights and Ballet Pink ballet shoes, hair in a bun. Boys wear a fitted white shirt, fitted black pants or tights, black socks, and black ballet shoes.
We find that toddlers focus best and bond more deeply with their teacher when classes run independently. However, we host dedicated Parent Watch Weeks during the season where you can sit in, watch their progress, and take photos.
That is completely normal for a 3 or 4 year old in a new room. Our teachers have decades of experience with early childhood development. We never force participation. We gently invite them in, let them observe from a safe spot until they feel comfortable, and praise every small victory.
If your child enjoys music, likes to move around the living room, and can follow simple verbal instructions with guidance, they are ready. Our class structure is built specifically for toddler attention spans, balancing active movement with gentle resting moments.
Yes! All of our Creative Movement dancers are invited to perform in our annual Spring Showcase at the end of May. It is a rewarding, sweet performance that families look forward to all year. Costume details and simple rehearsal schedules are shared well in advance in December.
Come see why our littlest dancers love it here at Elevate Dance & Fitness Studio. Book a free trial class today, walk through our doors, and watch your little one step onto the studio floor with a smile.
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