Creative Movement & Pre-Ballet
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Our Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet classes for ages 3-6 introduce children to the joy of dance and music. Through fun and engaging lessons, they’ll build confidence, creativity, and coordination.
With guidance from our skilled instructors, children will learn ballet basics, classroom etiquette, and expressive pantomime. Our classes also foster social skills, musicality, and physical abilities like focus, balance, and flexibility. Join us and watch your child’s passion for ballet grow!
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Class Registration
To register* for a Creative Movement or Pre-Ballet class:
- FIRST – Enroll and pay for preferred class. Enroll your child based on their age as of January 6, 2025. See below for enrollment links.
- SECOND – Complete registration form and handbook acknowledgement by clicking the “2024-2025 Annual Session Registration Form” link in enrollment confirmation e-mail.
*Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet students must be potty-trained, and able to attend class independent of their parent or caregiver. Please read Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet class expectations here.
Creative Movement (3-5 years) is a playful introduction to ballet fundamentals through storytelling and imagery. This class encourages self-expression and confidence while teaching basic ballet etiquette and French terminology. With flexible dress code options, it’s perfect for children who thrive in a creative and supportive environment.
Pre-Ballet (3-4 years) offers a more structured environment ideal for children who thrive on routine. With a specific dress code and a focus on ballet class traditions, this class introduces fundamental elements of movement, musicality, rhythm, and space. Students will learn classical ballet terminology and engage in exercises to lay a strong foundation for future ballet training, while still nurturing creativity and imagination.
Pre-Ballet (5-6 years) is a key step toward transitioning into the Primary level, our first formal classical ballet training at OBT School. This class, offered twice a week (Tuesday/Saturday), introduces a traditional ballet structure with warm-up, barre work, center exercises, and jumping. Elements of pantomime for classical ballet narration are also included. Imagery and improvisation continue to build self-confidence and self-expression, enhancing both learning and artistry.
