HOLLY COLLINS SCHOOL OF DANCE

Baby ballet classes are 45 minutes long. Repetition is critical at this age, so our classes are very structured. We create a familiar and calm environment, starting every class the same way, with circles drawn so each child can dance safely in their own space. As children become familiar with the flow of the class, so their confidence grows.

There is much to master at this early age. Our classes cover musicality, posture, balance, technical skills, expressive mimes, nursery rhymes, and imaginative, free movement. Children also learn to listen, take instructions, take turns and become spatially aware which are vital skills needed for school.

We ask parents to always bring a small book a favourite toy & a bottle of water. Even the youngest children soon learn where to put them, & become independent as soon as they walk into the studio.

I allow all parents to stay until their child has settled in. This process can take a week or longer, but there's no rush. Most parents leave after the first week to wait in the cafe below the studio.

We ask all parents to stay on the premise while the class is running.