Where Dance Meets Art Summer Program for Pre-K to Kindergarten

Creative Foundations: Dance & Art

Ages 5-6

Creative Foundations: Dance & Art

Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30-1:30 PM

✨ Choose Your Session:

Session 1- June 1st to June 18th: Creative Exploration

Session 2-July 6th to 23rd: Performance & Confidence

Tuition:

$175 per session

$320 when enrolling in both Sessions

Program Overview

Creative Foundations is designed for dancers transitioning from preschool into elementary-level classes. This hybrid creative studio experience blends foundational dance technique with imaginative movement, storytelling, and hands-on art integration.

Each session builds confidence, coordination, musicality, and joy — while nurturing young artists in a structured yet creative environment.

Perfect for: Children ready for more structure while still needing imagination, creativity, and joyful movement.

Session 1: June- Creative Exploration

June focuses on imagination, expression, and foundational technique in a nurturing and playful setting. Dancers explore movement through storytelling, creative prompts, and art-inspired choreography.

This session is perfect for building confidence and helping young dancers feel comfortable in a structured class setting.

Session 2: July- Performance & Confidence

July builds upon the creativity of June by introducing more structured choreography and performance preparation. Dancers refine foundational technique while learning a polished group piece to share during our in-studio celebration.

This session emphasizes:

• Musicality and rhythm

• Teamwork and focus

• Stage presence

• Performing with confidence

As dancers grow within our programs, they are gradually introduced to more advanced training pathways, helping families see how their child’s dance journey can continue to expand over time.

Each Session Includes:

Each Session Includes:

  • Structured dance instruction

  • Creative movement exploration

  • Art and Storytelling integration

  • Confidence-building group work.

  • In-studio celebration and certificate

  • End-of-Session Celebration

    Each session concludes with a joyful in-studio celebration for families during the final class.

    All dancers receive a Creative Foundations Summer Certificate.

    Dancers who complete both June and July sessions will receive special recognition as an:

    ✨ Emerging Artist Distinction Recipient ✨

    This recognition honors commitment, growth, and confidence throughout the summer.

Dance and visual art help children ages 5–6 develop motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness by encouraging repeated, playful movement and fine motor practice.

Through simple choreography, clapping patterns, and imaginative movement games, young children refine balance, rhythm, and bilateral coordination; drawing, cutting, and painting strengthen hand-eye coordination and dexterity.

These activities also support cognitive development—sequencing steps, following directions, and remembering short routines build attention, working memory, and early executive function.

Creative arts foster social-emotional growth by giving children safe ways to express feelings, try new roles, and collaborate with peers.

Participating in group dance or art projects teaches turn-taking, empathy, and communication while boosting confidence through achievement and positive feedback.

Early exposure to dance and art also nurtures creativity and problem-solving, helping children explore ideas, experiment with materials and movement, and develop a lifelong appreciation for creative expression.