Early childhood is a time for young dancers to be introduced to dance and music concepts primarily through the medium of play-based activities and music concepts primarily through the medium of play-based activities. Classes are 45 minutes long and are held weekly in eight-week cycles, allowing families the flexibility to participate as schedules allow.

The Early Childhood Program is designed for:

• Students ages newborn to six years old.
• Our classes are designed to introduce students to the dance studio, cultivate a love of dance and music, and emphasize development in fine, gross, and locomotor skills through a variety of play-based activities.
• Our Early Childhood program Includes:
  • We Dance: Postpartum (newborn through newly walking)
  • We Dance: Toddler and Grown Up Movement (18 mos through 4 years).
  • Creative Dance (Age 4) – first drop-off option
  • Creative Dance (Age 5-6)

To learn more about:

• Important Dates to note: Visit our calendars page to see all upcoming important dates
• Sensory Friendly Creative Dance Programming: While all classes at The School are inclusive, our Adaptive and Sensory Friendly classes provide a more focused learning environment for students who prefer a smaller class size. Learn more here. 
• Tiered Tuition, Scholarships and Payment Plans: We are committed to upholding our core values of Community, Access, Artistic Excellence, and Creativity. Tiered pricing options, in collaboration with our scholarship program, allow us to take collective action to reduce financial barriers that have traditionally prevented some students and families from participating. Learn more here.
• Registration Policies, Class Information, Navigating the Dance Center and More: Review our FAQs!

Please see a list of of all registration dates for the Fall 2024 Semester below:

• Early Childhood Fall Session 1 Registration Opens: August 6 at 12pm
• Early Childhood Fall Session 1 Registration: Closes: September 22 at 11:59pm
• Early Childhood Fall Session 2 Registration Opens: October 22 at 12pm
• Early Childhood Fall Session 2 Registration Closes: November 26 at 11:59pm