Class & Program Descriptions
Early Years Classes
Discipline: As Specified Below
Class Type: Recreational
Raindrops, Ages 12mos to 30mos (1 to 2.5)
The youngest age group for learning, this section is for parents and their children. Imagination, fun, make-believe, communication and gross motor development all fi nd their way into enjoyable and engaging lessons that promote baby and parent bonding.
Sunbeams, Ages 30mos to 48mos (2.5 to 3)
This is the first time children are learning without parents. Small classes of no more than 10 students help children in this important time of new-found independence. Imagination and fun are still a main focus in lessons that help children grow in many ways: physically, cognitively, and emotionally.
Shooting Stars, Ages 4 to 5
In this section of Early Years learning, classes begin to introduce technique and skill development. R.A.D. classes are available in dance, voice instruction becomes more formalized, and dramatic exercises begin to teach basic stage and acting technique. There is always fun and imagination in classes with exceptional teaching for your child.
Class Title: Raindrops Dance
Student Age: Ages 1 to 2.5, Parent and Baby Class
Discipline: Dance
Raindrops Dance offers a fun and creative way to connect with your little one as you move and groove together. No matter the mood of your child week to week, a warm, inviting, safe atmosphere is provided for you and your child. While we have a qualified instructor, she will advise you that you are your child’s teacher. Options for different exercises will be offered as suggestions so you can modify the class to the needs of the developmental stage of your child. Repetition is the key to success and learning at this young age.
Class Title: Raindrops Playdate Sing'n'Dance Combo
Student Age: Ages 1 to 2.5, Parent and Baby Class
Discipline: Dance, Music
PLAYDATE Raindrops Sing and Dance is a Parent/tot combination class. Two instructors are on site, to focus on music and dance for early years. Come to class 15 minutes early and let your child play in the studio with props and toys used in class, with music in the background. Early social skills are developed as well as a chance for moms and dads to form a safe network. After 15 minutes, 30-minute class begins.
Class Title: Sunbeams Playdate Sing'n'Dance Combo
Student Age: Ages 2.5 to 3
Discipline: Dance, Music
Sunbeams Playdate Sing'n'Dance is a Music and Dance combination class. Two instructors are on site, to focus on music and dance for early years. Come to class 15 minutes early and let your child play, supervised, in the studio with props and toys used in class, with music in the background. Early social skills are developed as well as a chance for moms and dads to form a comfortable network with other parents in the studio. After 15 minutes, 30 minute class begins. Class will focus on rhythm, shape, tempo, physical fitness and early dance room/music room etiquette. It combines dance as both a physical form of exercise, as well as expressing the creative art form of dance.
Class Title: Sunbeams Dance
Student Age: Ages 2.5 to 3
Discipline: Dance
Sunbeams and Shooting stars teach your child about rhythm, shape, tempo, physical fitness and early dance room etiquette. It combines dance as both a physical form of exercise, as well as expressing the creative art form of dance. This class is fun and physical, very active, imaginative and creative. Seasonal and topical images are used to add change and interested, while a bulk of the class stays focused on repetition for body memorization and ease of learning.
Class Title: Shooting Stars Dance
Student Age: Ages 4 to 5
Discipline: Dance
Sunbeams and Shooting stars teach your child about rhythm, shape, tempo, physical fitness and early dance room etiquette. It combines dance as both a physical form of exercise, as well as expressing the creative art form of dance. This class is fun and physical, very active, imaginative and creative. Seasonal and topical images are used to add change and interested, while a bulk of the class stays focused on repetition for body memorization and ease of learning.
Class Title: Shooting Stars Music
Student Age: Ages 4 to 5
Discipline: Music
This program uses the power of music to help preschoolers develop their creative nature. Students will be introduced to a variety of musical instruments and concepts through games, songs and rhythm, storytelling and imagination activities. Shooting Stars music is a fun, exciting way for preschool aged students to learn early music appreciation, gain self-confidence for school, and prepare for future music lessons.
Class Title: Shooting Stars Drama
Student Age: Ages 4 to 5
Discipline: Drama
In Shooting Stars Drama, preschool age students are given the opportunity to use their imaginations to guide their growth and development in this fun, engaging early years class. Shooting Stars Drama emphasizes movement, creativity, imagination, role-playing and social skills development in a safe, fun and high-energy setting. This is a great opportunity to get young students interested in the arts, and allow them the opportunity to develop their sense of self-expression and language skills.