Recreational Program
Creative Movement
Our Creative Movement Class is designed for young dancers ages 3 to 6 who are beginning their first steps into the world of dance in a joyful, nurturing, and imaginative environment.
Students receive gentle instruction in basic movement, coordination, rhythm, musicality, creativity, self-expression, and classroom awareness, while developing confidence, focus, independence, and social skills.
Through music, movement games, group activities, and age-appropriate exercises, children are encouraged to explore their imagination while learning how to move with control, listen to instructions, and participate positively with others. This class provides a warm and engaging introduction to dance while building the foundation for future ballet and dance training.
Children's Ballet
At Bayview School of Ballet, our Children’s Ballet Program is designed for young dancers ages 5 to 10 who are ready to continue their classical ballet training in a disciplined, supportive, and inspiring environment.
Students are placed by level to ensure proper technical development, artistic growth, and confidence. With a strong focus on ballet technique, posture, alignment, coordination, musicality, discipline, and stage presence, dancers are guided through a progressive curriculum that prepares them for more advanced training.
All levels are performance-based, allowing dancers to participate in major productions such as The Nutcracker and our annual Year-End Performance, while developing confidence, artistry, and a lifelong appreciation for classical ballet.
Company Classes
Company A | Ages 13–18
Advanced training for students preparing for professional or post-secondary programs. Minimum four years of pointe experience required.
Company B | Ages 13–15
Intermediate-advanced training with a focus on technique, strength, and performance quality. Minimum three years of pointe experience required.
Company C | Ages 11–12
Develops strength, control, and more complex choreography. Minimum one year of pointe experience required.
Company D Advanced | Ages 10–12
A pre-pointe level focused on alignment, strength, musicality, and preparation for future pointe work.
Jazz
Our Dance Fusion Class is designed for young dancers ages 5 to 9 who are ready to explore a fun, energetic, and well-rounded introduction to multiple dance styles.
Students receive focused instruction in ballet, jazz, and acro, while developing coordination, balance, flexibility, strength, musicality, confidence, and body awareness in a supportive and age-appropriate class environment.
Through engaging exercises, creative movement, choreography, and introductory acrobatic skills, dancers are encouraged to try new things, work as a team, and express themselves with confidence. This class is best suited for young students who enjoy variety, movement, and creativity while building a strong foundation for future dance training.
Dance Fusion
Our Dance Fusion Class is designed for dancers ages 5 to 9 as an exciting introduction to ballet, jazz, and acro in one fun, energetic, and well-rounded class.
Students develop coordination, balance, flexibility, musicality, strength, confidence, and body awareness while exploring different styles of movement in an age-appropriate and supportive environment.
Through engaging exercises, creative movement, choreography, and introductory acrobatic skills, this class encourages creativity, discipline, teamwork, and self-expression. Dance Fusion allows young dancers to build a versatile foundation while discovering their love for dance.