Est. 2011
Preschool Dance Classes
Ages 2-6
Read the information below to find the best class for your child's age and experience
Dance With Me
Ages 2+ (Caregiver in class with student)
An exciting world of fairy tales and nursery rhymes awaits!
You and your child can dance together – twirling, bouncing, clapping, and developing key movement skills. From the first spins and leaps, you’ll be immersed in a fun and stimulating dance environment. Movement, music, and excitement fill the classroom as your child develops physical skills, creativity, expression, and musicality.
A parent or caregiver is included as part of the class helping to develop a bond, while props and musical instruments help create an enjoyable and stimulating environment for everyone.
Caregivers and children participating in “Dance With Me” classes both benefit from the activities and will learn:
- Basic co-ordination and gross motor skills
- Imagination and creative thinking skills
- Simple counting and rhythm skills
- How to express feelings and emotions through movement
It’s the perfect start to your little one’s dancing journey.
Dance To Your Own Tune
Ages 3 and 4 (Without Caregiver in Class)
Each week, we pack a bag and head off on an imaginary adventure! Whether it’s to the beach, the Zoo, outer space or under the sea – your child’s imagination and confidence will grow as they explore the world around them.
This fun and engaging class playfully develops dance skills which prepare for a transition to ballet and other dance genres at higher levels. Students develop independence as they learn to dance and perform on their own without a caregiver in the class.
Parents and family are invited to watch class on our viewing days each Term.
Children in “Dance to Your Own Tune” classes will learn;
- Move with increased control, co-ordination and confidence
- Sensitivity to music and rhythm
- How to express feelings and emotions through movement
- Basic dance skills that form the foundations for future training
Students may also choose to participate in a Demonstration Class in front of a RAD Examiner and invited audience of family and friends as part of the school’s RAD assessment session each year. They can also take their first steps into the stage light as part of our annual performance.
Put simply, this preschool dance education starts your child off on the right foot.
Pre-Primary in Dance
Recommended Age 5
From their first ballet walk, Pre-Primary in Dance students learn to put their best foot forward as they earn simple dance skills in a fun settings, making progress enjoyable.
Imagination and expression are key learning areas alongside fundamental skills such as skipping, leaping, and spinning. This engaging and age-appropriate class continues to develop musicality, physical skills, and confidence.
Students can undertake their Class Award in front of an RAD Examiner, receiving a Certificate and Medal. The opportunity to perform as part of the end of year performance is also available. Parents and friends are welcome to watch class on our family viewing days.
Pre-Primary in Dance is an engaging and exciting way for 5 year olds to develop skills and friendships
Primary in Dance
Recommended Age 6
For the budding little dancer! Whether it’s chasing butterflies or dress-up dances, learning is a joyful and engaging process.
Building on the skills developed in Pre-Primary this level can be studied twice a week and is designed to engage students’ imagination while establishing basic ballet skills.
Primary students can study twice per week to undertake their first RAD Examination – and exciting and confidence building first step on their training journey. The Class Award option is available for students attending once per week.
On successful completion of a course of study based on Primary in Dance, students will have the skills to:
- Demonstrate control, co-ordination, elevation and dynamics in movement
- Respond to the elements of music
- Perform expressively and confidently
- Perform a sequence of simple steps to depict a story
A secure ballet foundation is the basis for all other dance training and at Simply Ballet it’s and enjoyable and confidence building process.
Tiny Tappers
We don’t just offer ballet!
Students have the chance to learn Comdance Tap Syllabus and participate in annual examinations. Tap helps develop rhythm, musicality, and performance skills.
Get an info pack for details on available classes in each age group.
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FAQ's
We understand you don’t want to commit to an activity before you test it out.
An introductory class is a no obligation class where you can come and try out Simply Ballet to see if it is a good fit for your child.
They will participate in a full class with other students, participating in activities and learning just as they would on a regular basis once enrolled. After the class, the teacher will chat with you and your child to give you feedback on how they went and answer any questions you might have.
If you want to continue then we will enrol your child and you can come back the next class for more fun!
Class length differs by level, and increases with age.
Our Dance With Me and Dance To Your Own Tune classes are 30 minutes which is perfect for that age range.
Pre-Primary in Dance runs for 45 minutes, and Primary in Dance 60 minutes.
Classes are run at one of Simply Ballet’s two locations in Magill, Adelaide.
- King George Hall, Koongarra Court, Magill
- Magill Senior Citizens Centre, St Bernards Rd, Magill
You will be advised once you book your introductory class which location you will be attending.
Classes run during school terms aligned with the public school system.
Different levels run on different days and at different times so it’s important we find the right level for you child so they can succeed.
Preschool classes are invoiced per 10 week Term, aligning with the public school term calendar. Fees are based on class length.
You can find out all the details of costs in our Fee schedule here.
Simply Ballet is a registered Sports Voucher provider.
For students turning 5 or over who are enrolled for a minimum of 8 weeks consecutively, you can claim up to $200 per year on class fees and uniform.
Find out more here
We welcome parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles or any other carer who is responsible for your child.
Levels from Dance To Your Own Tune onwards have a uniform which is available for purchase from Simply Ballet, or your local dancewear store.
Dance With Me does not have an official uniform. Your little dancer can wear whatever dancewear they feel most comfortable in.
Ballet shoes are a good idea, but not necessary for your first class. Socks are ok if you are coming for the first time.
When you enrol you can purchase uniform and ballet shoes from our studio shop or the local dancewear store.
Up to Pre-Primary, most students attend one class per week, however you are welcome to attend more if you like.
From Primary onwards, students are encouraged to attend twice per week.
From Grade 1, students are very strongly encouraged to attend twice per week as technical progression become more complicated.
We understand not all students can attend twice per week, so students attending once per week are invited to take each level at their own pace.
Book your first class using the button above.
You’ll just need to provide some details about yourself and your child, then we’ll be in contact with more information about how to find us and what to expect.