Southern Arc Dance

Early Childhood

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FIRST STEPS IN DANCE

A fun and nurturing space for young children to explore movement and music.

At Southern Arc Dance, our Early Childhood program is thoughtfully designed to nurture a love of movement in our youngest dancers. In a structured, positive, and encouraging environment, children are introduced to the fundamentals of dance through age-appropriate instruction that builds coordination, confidence, and creativity.

Through music, imaginative movement, and foundational technique, young dancers develop balance, rhythm, listening skills, and classroom confidence. Our program supports early physical development while fostering social skills, self-expression, and a joyful introduction to the world of dance.

Our Early Childhood Program Focuses On

Our Early Childhood classes lay the foundation for future dance training while ensuring every child feels encouraged, supported, and excited to learn.

Our Ballet Program

From first steps to advanced artistry

Intro to dance 1

Intro to dance 1

Intro to dance 1
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2-3 year old

2-3 year old

2-3 year old
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Intro to dance II

Intro to dance II

Intro to dance II
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4-5 year old

4-5 year old

4-5 year old
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Beginning ballet

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6-7 year old

6-7 year old

6-7 year old
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Tap/Jazz combo class

Tap/Jazz combo class

Tap/Jazz combo class
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6-9 year old

6-9 year old

6-9 year old
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Class Trainer

Olivia Mitchell

Ballet Instructor

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Intro to Dance

Ages 3 – 4 Intro to Dance I

Introduction to Dance: This class is designed to introduce children ages 3 – 4 to classical ballet, tap and jazz movements. This hour long class will introduce not only the movements but terminology of dance. This class encourages the child to explore the joy of movement through dance in a positive and age appropriate atmosphere. It also assists with balance and coordination and builds a positive foundation for self-expression. 

Ages 5 – 6 Intro to Dance II (Pre Ballet)

Pre-Ballet: This class is designed to introduce children ages 5 – 6 to an hour long discipline of classical ballet movement. The student will continue to learn not only the proper movement for ballet, but also the proper terminology. This class continues with the positive platform that was established in the Introduction to Dance class.

Begining Ballet

Ages 6 – 9 Beginning Ballet

Beginning Ballet: This class is designed for children ages 7 – 10. This hour-long discipline continues with the classical ballet movement and proper terminology. The class also begins to challenge the student with vocabulary and placement.

Intermediate Ballet

Intermediate Ballet

These classes are designed for the more experienced dancer ages 10 and up. Students interested in these 1.5 hour disciplines will need to be evaluated for placement in the proper level to ensure they stay healthy but also challenged. Students will be taught in the Vaganova based style.

Pre Pointe

Intermediate Ballet/Pre-pointe: This class is designed for an experienced ballet dancer who needs to focus on strengthening so they may begin the hour long Pointe discipline. Placement in this class is determined by the artistic staff. At least two ballet classes are mandatory in order to begin Pre-pointe.

Pointe I

Pointe 1: This discipline of classical pointe technique is designed for the intermediate level student. Placement in this class is determined by the staff. At least two ballet classes are mandatory in order to take this class.

Advanced Ballet / Pointe

Advance Ballet

These classes are designed for the more experienced dancer, ages 10 and up. Students interested in these 2-hour disciplines will need to be evaluated for placement in the proper level to ensure they stay healthy, but also challenged. Students will be taught in the Vaganova-based style. This level required 3 Ballet and 2 Pointe classes per week. 

Advance Pointe

 This discipline of classical pointe technique is designed for the advanced-level student. Students also have the opportunity to train in classical variations and choreography at this level. The staff determines placement in this class. At least two ballet classes are mandatory in order to take this class.

Advanced Ballet / Pointe

Boys Ballet

This class is designed for boys to train and work on strength and technique as they become confident, well-versed dancers. This hour-long discipline continues with the classical ballet movement and proper terminology and technique for turns, jumps, and partnering.  The class also begins to challenge the student with vocabulary and placement.