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Dance classes in Leatherhead for 2 - 5 year olds
Teeny Toes
18mths-24mths
A fun and nurturing introduction to dance for your little one! Our classes encourage confidence, creativity, coordination and a love of movement through music, imagination and play.
With plenty of smiles, songs and magical adventures along the way, your little one will grow in confidence, build independence and discover the joy of dance!
Tiny Toes
2 years
Using a combination of movement, music and props our Tiny Toes class is the perfect way to introduce your child to the world of dance! Enhance your child’s physical, communication and social/emotional development. This class provides a stimulating yet gentle introduction to song and dance, improving body awareness and self-control.
Mini Movers
3 years
Watch your child’s confidence soar in this structured yet relaxed 30 minute class. Through imaginative storytelling children develop their co-ordination and rhythm as well as core control and attention span. Become immersed in a creative environment filled with musical instruments, ribbons, wands, flags and more.
Dinky Dancers
4 years
In this class we focus on their physical skills, rhythm, co-ordination, creativity and musicality. Classes are carefully structured to start to prepare children for syllabus work, widening their vocabulary of steps and moving confidently to music. The perfect stepping stone for our young dancers.
RAD Ballet
4 + years
Ballet is the foundation for all styles of dance. Our classes follow the Royal Academy of Dance syllabi. Ballet technique helps to improve posture, balance and co-ordination as well as building physical strength and classical ballet technique. It also develops self-discipline, poise and grace as well as building self-confidence.
Tiny Tappers & Mini Moderns
3 + years
A lively introduction to the world of Tap and Modern dance. Dancers will discover rhythm, musicality and movement through fun exercises, upbeat music and engaging choreography.
ISTD Tap
5 + years
ISTD Tap classes encourage students to have fun exploring different intricate rhythms whilst developing excellent coordination and learning a wide vocabulary of steps.
As they progress, students develop their style with more emphasis on speed of footwork, syncopation, improvisation and stage presence. ISTD Tap Examinations start at Primary running through to Vocational levels.
Pop Starz
5 + years
Lights, camera, action! This fun-filled class is packed with energetic dance routines inspired by today's biggest chart hits. From Taylor Swift to Ed Sheeran and everything in between, dancers will build confidence, creativity and performance skills while dancing to the music they love!
“Dance First is a wonderful dance school. The standard of teaching is high and teachers are not only knowledgeable, but incredibly supportive of everyone. A wide range of dance lessons are available and since joining my daughter’s love of dance has grown even more. I thoroughly recommend Dance First to anyone considering dance lessons for their child, or even themselves. ”
Minis Timetable
| Day | Time | Location | Class | Ages | Book Trial | Tuesday | 4:15 - 4:45 pm | Fetcham Village Hall (Main Hall) | RAD Pre-Primary Ballet | 5 + years | Book Trial Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:15 - 4:45 pm | Fetcham Village Hall (Small Hall) | Pop Starz | 5 + years | Book Trial Class | Tuesday | 4:45 - 5:15 pm | Fetcham Village Hall (Small Hall) | ISTD Primary Tap (1) | 5 + years | Book Trial Class | Tuesday | 5:30 - 6:00 pm | Fetcham Village Hall (Small Hall) | ISTD Primary Tap (2) | 5 + years | Book Trial Class |
| Day | Time | Location | Class | Ages | Book Trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 9:30 - 10:00 am | Eastwick Road Church Hall | Teeny Toes | 18mths - 24mths | Book Trial Class |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 10:30 am | Eastwick Road Church Hall | Tiny Toes | 2 - 3 years | Book Trial Class |
| Day | Time | Location | Class | Ages | Book Trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 4:30 - 5:00 pm | Eastwick Road Church Hall | Tiny Tappers & Mini Moderns | 3 + years | Book Trial Class |
| Day | Time | Location | Class | Ages | Book Trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 8:30 - 8:55 am | Fetcham Village Hall (Main Hall) | Tiny Toes | 2 years | Book Trial Class | Saturday | 9:00 - 9:30 am | Fetcham Village Hall (Main Hall) | Mini Movers | 3 years | Book Trial Class |
| Saturday | 9:30 - 10:00 am | Fetcham Village Hall (Main Hall) | Dinky Dancers | 4 years | Book Trial Class | Saturday | 10:00 - 10:30 pm | Fetcham Village Hall (Main Hall) | RAD Pre-Primary Ballet | 5 + years | Book Trial Class |
** Ages shown above are a rough guide **
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