PRE-SCHOOL DIVISION

Part-Time Dance Training Program

Small Steps, Big Dreams… your journey starts here

Discover the magic of dance through a journey in the right direction

The Academy Pre–School Ballet Program serves as an introduction to ballet allowing us to develop the fundamentals of dance whilst fostering their love and creativity of movement.

The Academy’s Pre–School Ballet classes are designed for students aged between 3-7 years. Pre–School classes use familiar, fun movements to stretch and strengthen the body and to develop fundamental ballet skills. Since this is usually the child’s first experience in a ballet class, we use playful movements to teach rhythms, patterns, shapes, counting, and musical phrasing. The classes are focused on building memory and listening skills while creating a fun and energetic atmosphere for young dancers. The Pre-School curriculum is designed to build muscle strength, correct posture, and proper alignment in a safe and effective manner. Students will also learn age-appropriate repertoire, ballet stories, and ballet history through games, movement, and interactive activities designed to enhance the students’ overall understanding of the material.

CURRICULUM

Core strength and basic technique

Musicality, counting and rhythm

Imagination

Mime

Social interactions with other students

Practising sharing and taking turns

Developing focus and concentration

Learning how to work together

Performance skills

Body Awareness

Coordination

Improvisation

Pre-School Division classes on offer:

Preparatory Level 1 Ballet & Preparatory Level 2 Ballet

ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT & ASSESSMENTS

Academy students are formally and informally assessed throughout the year by the Academy faculty. Students are marked on their progress and achievement and are provided with detailed formal reports.

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

In addition, students in the Pre-School Ballet program participate in the Academy’s major annual production as part of the Australian National Youth Ballet. Our productions are based on classic ballets, allowing students to develop a greater understanding of mime, musicality, history, and repertoire. The productions are a wonderful opportunity for all students of the Academy to work together. The experience allows our students to further develop their confidence and their performance/stage skills.

EXTRA CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES

Melbourne Academy of the Arts values the importance of varied learning pathways. With this in mind, the Academy provides extra-curricular events so that students can apply their skills and knowledge outside of the regular classroom setting. These extra-curricular events also aid in community building.

PRIVATE LESSONS

We offer our students private coaching for more information please CLICK HERE

FEES & TIMETABLE

For information on the fees & timetable applicable to this division please CONTACT US

OUR TEAM

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ACCOLADES

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