Dance Classes for Ages 5 to 8 Years
About the Classes
Between the ages of 5–8, students can take classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Boys Class. Grade 1 dancers also have the option to enroll in our new Intro to Musical Theater class focused on singing, acting, and dancing.
At this stage, the focus is on creativity, coordination, confidence, and growing independence. Classes help students develop strong musicality, spatial awareness, and the ability to perform more complex movement patterns.
Kindergarten dancers follow the Pre-Primary Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, while 1st graders follow the Primary RAD syllabus. 2nd graders progress into the Grade 1 RAD Ballet syllabus and are also introduced to Character Dance as part of their ballet training.
All levels prepare students for an optional Royal Academy of Dance 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 ’26)
- Tuesday 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
- Saturday Boys Class, 10:00-10:30 am
- 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
- Friday Intro to Musical Theater, 4:30-5:30 pm
- Saturday Boys Class, 10:00-10:30 am
- Saturday Ballet, 10.40-11.40 am
- Saturday Jazz/Tap, 11.45-12.45 pm
Tuition
Tuition is calculated based on the the length of the class plus a $45 one-time registration fee.
- 45 minute class: $75 monthly
- 60 minute class: $95 monthly
- 2 x 60 minute classes $157 monthly
More Opportunities for Students Aged 5 to 8 Years
Performing Opportunities
Spring Performance
All students ages 5-8 have the opportunity to perform the spring production. There is an additional cost that includes costume rental, extra rehearsals, and a 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.
