Minis Programme (4y-6y)
Exploring movement, building confidence, and discovering favourite styles.
At SGDA, our Minis programme gives children the chance to explore a variety of dance styles in a fun, structured environment.
At this stage, dancers begin to develop stronger coordination, rhythm and focus, while still enjoying plenty of creativity and imagination.
Children are encouraged to try different classes, discover what they love, and build the confidence that will support them as they develop into our Foundation programme.
Classes Available
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Foundation Stage and Level 1 - carefully designed classes from the Royal Ballet School’s world-class training framework. These sessions focus on posture, rhythm, musicality and developing strong foundations for future ballet training.
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A lively class introducing jazz technique and tap rhythm. Ideal for children who enjoy variety and love to move to different styles of music.
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High-energy routines to age-appropriate tracks, building rhythm, stage presence and self-expression in a relaxed, fun setting.
“Ava has danced at SGDA since age 3 and has thrived under the care of Mrs Day, Miss Warburton and the team. The teachers truly get the best out of their students, providing fantastic opportunities and a supportive environment.
Ava loves coming each week to dance with her friends.”
— Emma Huddart
FAQs
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Minis Classes take place on a Saturday at The Hammond.
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Leggings/shorts and a fitted t-shirt are perfect for trials. Bare feet for ballet/lyrical, trainers for street dance, and tap shoes if you already have them (otherwise clean school shoes are fine to try).
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Yes - once your child continues, we’ll guide you through our simple uniform list for each class.
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At this stage, children attend classes independently while parents wait outside the studio. Some dancers run in with excitement, others need time to warm up - both are completely normal.
Our teachers are experienced in supporting children who may be shy at first and will always encourage them at their own pace.
Parents are invited in for their child’s trial class and to watch weeks to celebrate progress.
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After our Core Technique Programme, dancers naturally move into our Progression Programme where they continue ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, musical theatre and more, with the option of exams and performance opportunities.