Pre-Ballet / Little Stars · Ages 4–7

First steps on stage — ages 4 to 7.

A first dance class that feels like play — and quietly builds the discipline, coordination, and stage presence that lasts a lifetime.

Ages4 — 7
LevelsAbsolute beginner
Format45-min weekly classes
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Who this class is for.

  • 01
    First-time dancers

    Your child's first studio class. No experience needed, no expectations beyond having fun.

  • 02
    Shy kids

    Movement is a remarkable way to find a voice. Our teachers know how to bring children out gently.

  • 03
    Busy kids who need focus

    Ballet teaches stillness and listening. Little Stars channels energy into something beautiful.

  • 04
    Future Bravo stars

    Most of our 13+ performers started here. This is the Bravo pipeline at its earliest stage.

What students learn.

  • 01
    Body awareness

    How to use the whole body intentionally — through games, imagery, and gentle technique.

  • 02
    Pre-ballet vocabulary

    Plié, tendu, sauté — proper names introduced through play, so the language is familiar later.

  • 03
    Musicality & rhythm

    Listening to music and moving with it. The seed of every dance discipline that follows.

  • 04
    Class etiquette

    Listening, taking turns, finding your spot. The unglamorous skills that make a performer.

  • 05
    Performing

    End-of-term mini showcases. Their first taste of being watched — and loving it.

— Performance connection

Their first stage.

Little Stars perform in end-of-term showcases and seasonal events on the Bravo stage. For most kids, this is the moment they fall in love with performing.

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Age & level guidance.

Students are placed by age and a short observation in their first class. Movement between levels happens at the start of each new term and is communicated directly with families.

Little Stars · 4–5 Pre-Ballet · 5–6 Creative Movement · 4–6 Pre-Ballet II · 6–7
— Frequently asked

Questions about pre-ballet at Bravo.

01My child has never done a class without me. Is that OK?
Yes. First weeks can be wobbly — we have teachers who specialize in transitions. Most kids settle in within 2–3 classes.
02How long is a class?
45 minutes. The right length to learn something real without losing little-kid focus.
03What does my child wear?
Solid leotard, pink tights, ballet slippers, hair pulled back. We send a full dress code on enrollment.
04When does my child move up?
Movement between levels happens by age and readiness, usually at the start of a new term. Teachers communicate directly with parents.
Trial slots open this season

Try a pre-ballet class — see what your kid does.

One free trial. We'll place your child by age and level. No pressure, no obligation.

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