Creative Movement 3 (Ages 4½–5½/6)

Focus: Preparing young dancers for formal ballet training through structured instruction,musicality, and the introduction of basic ballet technique.

Students Will Learn

Introduction to the ballet barre
Basic ballet positions and terminology
Simple ballet steps and combinations
Beginning barre and center exercises
Musicality, rhythm, and counting
Right and left body awareness
Across-the-floor exercises
Balance, coordination, and posture
Stretching and flexibility
Classroom discipline and proper ballet etiquette

Recommended For: Dancers ages 4½–5½/6 who are ready for a more structured ballet class and are preparing to transition into Intro to Ballet.

Class Expectations

Creative Movement 3 serves as the bridge between creative movement and formal ballet training. Dancers begin learning proper ballet technique at the barre while continuing to develop musicality, coordination, flexibility, and confidence. By the end of this level, students are well prepared to advance into Intro to Ballet with a strong foundation in ballet terminology, classroom etiquette, and basic technical skills.