Dance Classes for Ages 5 to 8 Years
About the Classes
Between the ages of 5-8 students can take classes in ballet, jazz and tap.
Focus is on creativity, coordination and growing independence. The classes develop good spatial awareness, more complex movements and strong musicality.
Kindergarteners will follow the Pre-Primary Royal Academy of Dance syllabus. 1st graders will follow the Primary RAD syllabus. 2nd Graders will follow the Grade 1 RAD ballet syllabus and also learn character dancing as part of the ballet class.
All the levels prepare for an optional ballet exam at the end of the year.
Classes Offered
Choose one ballet class. Jazz/Tap is a great addition.
- Ages 5+ (Must be entering Kindergarten September ’24)
- Wednesday Ballet, 4.30-5.15 pm
- Saturday Ballet and Tap, 9.30-10.30 am
- Ages 6+
- Wednesday Ballet, 4.30-5.30 pm
- Wednesday Jazz/Tap, 5.30-6.30 pm – 1 Spot
- Saturday Ballet, 10:35-11:35 am
- Saturday Jazz/Tap, 11:45-12:45 pm
- Ages 7+
- Wednesday Ballet, 4:30-5:30 pm
- Wednesday Jazz/Tap, 5.30-6.30 pm – 1 Spot
- Saturday Ballet, 10:40-11:40 am – 2 Spots
- Saturday Jazz/Tap, 11:45-12:45 pm
Tuition
Tuition is calculated based on the the length of the class plus a $35 one-time registration fee.
- 45 minute class: $69 monthly
- 60 minute class: $89 monthly
- 2 x 60 minute classes $150 monthly
More Opportunities for Students Aged 5 to 8 Years
In-Theatre Performing Opportunities
Spring Full-Length Performance
All students ages 5-8 have the opportunity to perform the annual spring full-length performance. Previous full-length performances have included Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, Snow White and The Wizard of Oz. An additional charge of $125 is added to cover costume rental, extra rehearsals and professional video.
Photo: Metrowest Dance Academy professional photo shoot for our spring production of Peter Pan.
Royal Academy of Dance Exams
Metrowest Dance Academy offers Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) exams. Around the world, RAD exams are recognized for their quality, and each year, nearly a quarter of a million candidates take RAD ballet exams. The exams motivate and reward our students of all ages and abilities. The focus of exams is on the technique, performance and musicality demonstrated when performing a syllabus in an exam setting. The year-round training is created by the skilled and highly qualified MDA teachers to support each student’s progress and achievement in the performance of their syllabus each year.
