We offer a diverse curriculum for dancers ages 3 to 5. Our rhythm development program is a ballet based program for preschool and kindergarten age students. It develops large and small motor skills while introducing basic ballet concepts using songs and dances that young children can understand. We reinforce the concepts of right and left, colors, number recognition, waiting your turn and other basic social skills along with our time-tested dance skill building program.
We have a different curriculum for 3, 4 and 5 year olds as these age groups vary widely in their abilities. At DDD we utilize props such as beach balls, hula hoops and various musical instruments to supplement our classes. Each class consists of individual skill building, across the floor skill building, working with a group and working one at a time all while having Fun with a Purpose.
RHYTHM I (3 year olds) - ballet concept / plié, motor skill / marching, social skill - following the leader / standing in line.
RHYTHM II (4 year olds) - ballet concept / retiré, motor skill / hopping on one foot, social skill - personal space / working with a partner
RHYTHM III (5 year olds) - ballet concept / changement, motor skill / skipping forwards and backwards, social skill - following much more detailed instructions / much more formal ballet class with more structure.