Signature Programs
Petits 2-3 years
Our “Petits” welcomes your dancer 2-3 years. Your child will experience the joy of dance in our supportive environment, under the guidance of our experienced and caring teachers.
Beginning with “Duckling Dance,” your little one will enter the dance studio hand-in-hand with you. This comforting presence helps them feel secure and excited as they step into a world filled with music, movement, and imagination. Every class is an opportunity to laugh, play, and build beautiful memories with you by their side.
Beginning with “Duckling Dance,” your little one will enter the dance studio hand-in-hand with you. This comforting presence helps them feel secure and excited as they step into a world filled with music, movement, and imagination. Every class is an opportunity to laugh, play, and build beautiful memories with you by their side.
As your child grows in confidence and readiness, they’ll transition to Penguin Ballet, where they attend classes independently. This nurturing progression helps them develop a sense of independence and self-assurance. Now, they’ll enter the studio on their own, eager to dance and learn with their new friends. Your child will delight in showing you the new steps they’ve learned and the progress they’ve made.
PreSchool 3-5 years
As your child progresses from Petits, they will enter Bluebirds, discovering a new realm of independence and adventure. The Bluebird program offers captivating classes in Ballet, Jazz, and Tap, with Ballet as our signature offering. Each class is a magical experience, guiding your child from the moment they tiptoe into the studio to the delightful surprise awaiting them from our iconic music box.
Your child will embrace independence as they explore dance through our bespoke termly themes. They will learn foundational dance steps in a creative and interactive storytelling format, making every class a delightful journey. With small classes, each child enjoys a cozy atmosphere, fostering friendships and receiving personalised attention from their experienced and caring teacher.
Through our imaginative adventures, your child will learn foundational steps, build confidence, and expressiveness. Each step in their dance journey helps them grow, both as dancers and individuals. These classes will prepare your child for school readiness and help their confidence soar.
Your child will embrace independence as they explore dance through our bespoke termly themes. They will learn foundational dance steps in a creative and interactive storytelling format, making every class a delightful journey. With small classes, each child enjoys a cozy atmosphere, fostering friendships and receiving personalised attention from their experienced and caring teacher.
Through our imaginative adventures, your child will learn foundational steps, build confidence, and expressiveness. Each step in their dance journey helps them grow, both as dancers and individuals. These classes will prepare your child for school readiness and help their confidence soar.
Sub Junior
Kindergarten - Year 1
After your child’s enchanting journey through our Preschool programs, the adventure continues with our Sub Junior Program for students in Kindergarten and Year 1 (ages 5-7). Each class builds on the foundation your child has developed, elevating their skills and creativity. Our Sub Junior Program maintains a small class size, ensuring each child receives personalised attention in a cozy, supportive atmosphere. They’ll continue to foster friendships, build confidence, and express their creativity through dance.
In Sub Junior Ballet, your child will deepen their understanding of ballet foundations by combining the RAD Pre-Primary/Primary syllabus with the special Le Petit Ballet touch. They’ll twirl, leap, and dance through captivating stories, enhancing their technique while keeping the magic of ballet alive.
Our energetic Jazz class is perfect for children who love to move and groove. Dancing to their favourite pop tunes, students will learn exciting jazz techniques like skips, gallops, kicks, jumps, and leaps.
Another offering is Tap dance, embracing the joy of creating rhythms with their feet. Through engaging tap techniques at the barre and in the centre, they’ll build strength and precision.
In Sub Junior Ballet, your child will deepen their understanding of ballet foundations by combining the RAD Pre-Primary/Primary syllabus with the special Le Petit Ballet touch. They’ll twirl, leap, and dance through captivating stories, enhancing their technique while keeping the magic of ballet alive.
Our energetic Jazz class is perfect for children who love to move and groove. Dancing to their favourite pop tunes, students will learn exciting jazz techniques like skips, gallops, kicks, jumps, and leaps.
Another offering is Tap dance, embracing the joy of creating rhythms with their feet. Through engaging tap techniques at the barre and in the centre, they’ll build strength and precision.
Junior 7-10 years
Y2 - Y4
Following Sub Junior, students graduate into Junior School, designed for children in Year 2 to Year 4 (ages 7-10). This next step offers a deeper exploration of dance techniques, introducing new styles and continuing to nurture their growing passion for dance. Through inspired and dynamic classes, your child will advance their dance techniques while growing in creativity and confidence.
In Junior Ballet, your child will learn the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus, providing strong foundations within a creatively enriching curriculum. Character work is introduced, adding a new dimension to their training. Students progress to using ballet barres and learning steps like “developpes.” They may be invited to enrol for an RAD exam or participate in an in-house presentation.
Our energetic Junior Jazz classes are danced to lively pop tunes, where students expand their jazz techniques, including skips, gallops, kicks, jumps, and leaps. Each term, they learn new jazz combinations and a class dance following the term story theme.
Junior Tap classes focus on creating rhythmic sounds with the feet, building strength and precision. Students learn tap techniques at the barre and in the centre, working on a new class dance each term.
In Junior School, students can also explore Lyrical Ballet, a modern dance style blending ballet and jazz techniques. Lyrical dance is performed to music with lyrics, inspiring students to express emotions through movement. This class enhances their expressiveness and artistic quality.
In Junior Ballet, your child will learn the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus, providing strong foundations within a creatively enriching curriculum. Character work is introduced, adding a new dimension to their training. Students progress to using ballet barres and learning steps like “developpes.” They may be invited to enrol for an RAD exam or participate in an in-house presentation.
Our energetic Junior Jazz classes are danced to lively pop tunes, where students expand their jazz techniques, including skips, gallops, kicks, jumps, and leaps. Each term, they learn new jazz combinations and a class dance following the term story theme.
Junior Tap classes focus on creating rhythmic sounds with the feet, building strength and precision. Students learn tap techniques at the barre and in the centre, working on a new class dance each term.
In Junior School, students can also explore Lyrical Ballet, a modern dance style blending ballet and jazz techniques. Lyrical dance is performed to music with lyrics, inspiring students to express emotions through movement. This class enhances their expressiveness and artistic quality.
PreSenior 10 - 14 years
From Junior school, students step into PreSenior, designed for those in Year 5 and over (ages 10-14). This program offers an enriching dance experience that fosters both technical skill and personal growth. Our PreSenior Program is all about nurturing each student’s passion for dance, building their technical skills, and supporting their personal growth.
In PreSenior Ballet, students continue to extend their dance techniques. They learn modern ballet and RAD dance studies, with instruction tailored to meet the goals and requirements of each student. This personalised approach ensures that every dancer can progress at their own pace while developing their unique artistry.
The ‘Just Dance’ inspiration series in our PreSenior Jazz and Lyrical classes is designed for students who dance for the love of it. These classes focus on improving technique while fostering lasting friendships. Each term, students learn a new dance routine, adding excitement and variety to their training.
PreSenior Tap brings the energy and rhythm of tap dancing to life. Students focus on precise foot movements to create sounds with their tap shoes, building strength and coordination.
In Pre Senior your child will have the opportunity to explore new skills in leadership where they can share their love for dance in assisting the younger generation. PreSenior students are invited to attend Leadership workshops building confidence and learning valuable skills, including teamwork, responsibility, and foundational class organisation. It’s an excellent opportunity for those who aspire to mentor younger dancers and develop leadership qualities.
In PreSenior Ballet, students continue to extend their dance techniques. They learn modern ballet and RAD dance studies, with instruction tailored to meet the goals and requirements of each student. This personalised approach ensures that every dancer can progress at their own pace while developing their unique artistry.
The ‘Just Dance’ inspiration series in our PreSenior Jazz and Lyrical classes is designed for students who dance for the love of it. These classes focus on improving technique while fostering lasting friendships. Each term, students learn a new dance routine, adding excitement and variety to their training.
PreSenior Tap brings the energy and rhythm of tap dancing to life. Students focus on precise foot movements to create sounds with their tap shoes, building strength and coordination.
In Pre Senior your child will have the opportunity to explore new skills in leadership where they can share their love for dance in assisting the younger generation. PreSenior students are invited to attend Leadership workshops building confidence and learning valuable skills, including teamwork, responsibility, and foundational class organisation. It’s an excellent opportunity for those who aspire to mentor younger dancers and develop leadership qualities.
Senior 12 - 16 years
Y7-Y10
Senior school is for students in Year 7 to 10 (ages 12-16). This program marks an exciting chapter in your child’s dance journey, offering a diverse range of classes that challenge and inspire them to reach new heights of skill and artistry. Our Senior Program is more than just dance classes – it’s a supportive community where students can grow, learn, and thrive. Le Petit Ballet provides the tools needed for success in dance and in life.
In our Senior Ballet classes, students refine their technique and artistic expression. They delve deeper into classical ballet, exploring advanced movements and concepts while honing their performance skills. With a focus on precision, grace, and musicality, these classes empower students to fully express themselves through the language of dance.
Our Senior Jazz, Lyrical, and Tap classes build on the foundations laid in earlier years, offering students the opportunity to explore dynamic choreography and develop their personal style. These classes provide a platform to showcase creativity and musicality while enhancing technical proficiency. Each style emphasizes technique, creativity, and expression, allowing students to push their boundaries and discover the joy of movement.
Leadership Development is a key component of our Senior Program, equipping students with the skills and confidence to become role models within our dance community. Through leadership training, students learn valuable lessons in teamwork, communication, and responsibility, preparing them for future leadership roles both on and off the dance floor.
In our Senior Ballet classes, students refine their technique and artistic expression. They delve deeper into classical ballet, exploring advanced movements and concepts while honing their performance skills. With a focus on precision, grace, and musicality, these classes empower students to fully express themselves through the language of dance.
Our Senior Jazz, Lyrical, and Tap classes build on the foundations laid in earlier years, offering students the opportunity to explore dynamic choreography and develop their personal style. These classes provide a platform to showcase creativity and musicality while enhancing technical proficiency. Each style emphasizes technique, creativity, and expression, allowing students to push their boundaries and discover the joy of movement.
Leadership Development is a key component of our Senior Program, equipping students with the skills and confidence to become role models within our dance community. Through leadership training, students learn valuable lessons in teamwork, communication, and responsibility, preparing them for future leadership roles both on and off the dance floor.
Advanced 16 - 18 years
Graduate Y11-Y12
The Advanced Program is designed for students in Years 11 and 12 (ages 16-18). This program represents the culmination of years of dedication and passion, supporting students as they continue their final studies at school. Our Advanced Program provides a comprehensive, supportive, and inspiring environment where students can flourish. With personalised guidance from our experienced instructors, Le Petit Ballet helps each dancer reach their full potential.
In our Advanced Ballet classes, students achieve a new level of technical proficiency and artistic refinement. They delve into exciting choreography and advanced techniques, pushing their boundaries and perfecting their craft.
Our Advanced Jazz, Lyrical, and Tap classes offer a platform to explore sophisticated choreography and express individuality through dynamic and emotive performances. These classes emphasise versatility, creativity, and technical excellence, allowing students to develop a distinctive style and presence on stage.
Leadership and Mentorship play a vital role in our Advanced Program. Students have the opportunity to mentor younger dancers, assist instructors, and lead community projects, fostering a sense of responsibility and leadership. These experiences enrich their dance education and build valuable life skills such as communication, teamwork, and organisation.
As the final stage in their journey with Le Petit Ballet, the Advanced Program equips students with the skills, confidence, and artistry needed to pursue their dreams, taking a lifelong love of dance with them wherever they go.
In our Advanced Ballet classes, students achieve a new level of technical proficiency and artistic refinement. They delve into exciting choreography and advanced techniques, pushing their boundaries and perfecting their craft.
Our Advanced Jazz, Lyrical, and Tap classes offer a platform to explore sophisticated choreography and express individuality through dynamic and emotive performances. These classes emphasise versatility, creativity, and technical excellence, allowing students to develop a distinctive style and presence on stage.
Leadership and Mentorship play a vital role in our Advanced Program. Students have the opportunity to mentor younger dancers, assist instructors, and lead community projects, fostering a sense of responsibility and leadership. These experiences enrich their dance education and build valuable life skills such as communication, teamwork, and organisation.
As the final stage in their journey with Le Petit Ballet, the Advanced Program equips students with the skills, confidence, and artistry needed to pursue their dreams, taking a lifelong love of dance with them wherever they go.
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