Teacups (Ages 3-4)
The Teacup Dance Program was specially designed as a play-based curriculum by our Artistic Director, Miss Lainy Zimmer. Our 30-minute classes will engage little dancers in age-appropriate activities incorporating our mascot — Teacup the dancing bunny, colourful props, engaging storybooks, dress-up costumes, exciting music and of course, age-appropriate dance!
Teacup, the dancing bunny, is the mascot for this fun and dynamic dance program. You will see Teacup dancing along with our tiny dancers in class and featured in our monthly colouring pages.
All dancers in our Teacup program have the opportunity to participate in our year-end show. By the end of the year your little dancer will grace the stage in an age-appropriate costume dazzling the audience with their cuteness and grace.
The Teacup Dance Program was designed with four core values in mind:
1) Socialization
Our Teacups Dance classes are often one of the very first classroom experiences for your tiny humans. The goal of the Teacups Dance Program is to support our tiny dancers as they learn and understand social skills like waiting their turn, respectfully sharing their ideas and bonding with their peers. In each dance genre your dancer will have the opportunity to explore creative concepts with their peers, share their ideas and make friends!
2) Age-Appropriate Movement
Teaching age-appropriate movement for ages 3-4 is critically important to fostering a life-long love of dance. Tiny dancers in our Teacup Dance Program will be supported through their physical development with our age-appropriate skills checklist for each dance genre. Across these genres, your tiny dancer will be challenged in their body awareness, coordination, balance, proprioception, strength, endurance, flexibility and fine and gross motor skills.
3) Literacy and Imagination
In our Teacup Dance Program, our dancers will be introduced to a new story or creative theme each month. Through various stories and theme settings, your tiny dancer will be encouraged to explore their cognitive and social development. Your tiny dancer will expand their language and listening skills while expanding their social skills and interacting with their peers as they engage with the text.
4) And of course, FUN!
The enjoyment of dance is the reason we are all here! Footprints Dance Centre is a studio where the love of dance comes first and foremost. Our Teacup Dance Program will stimulate your tiny dancer with monthly colouring pages, dress-up classes, creative stories, colourful props and lots of opportunities to shake their sillies out!
Class Offerings
2023/24 Schedule: Classes run from the week of September 11, 2023 – June 1, 2024.
Tuesday 4:00-4:30pm
Tuesday 5:15-5:45pm
Tuesday 5:30-6:00pm
Wednesday 5:15-5:45pm
Thursday 4:30-5:00pm
Thursday 5:45-6:15pm
Saturday 9:00-9:30am
Saturday 11:00-11:30am
If your tiny dancer loves princesses, twirling, and all things sparkly, then this is the perfect class for them! Our Twirling Teacups will explore the beautiful world of ballet in an age-appropriate and creative experience lead by our most experienced dance teachers. From plies, to tendus, your tiny dancer will be expanding their movement vocabulary and socializing with their peers.
Dress Code: Teacup Ballet Dress in Lavender, Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoe in Pink, Optional Footed Ballet Tights in Pink
All of our littlest Teacup Dancers have a required dress code that must be followed. We are happy to offer all dress code items in the studio for easy access and affordability.
Cost: The monthly fee for this class is $44.00 (HST incl). If your dancer registers in two half-hour classes, their monthly fee would be $80.00 (HST incl). Contact us for more information regarding sibling discounts and multi-class discounts!
2023/24 Schedule: Classes run from the week of Sept 11, 2023 – June 1, 2024
Twisted Teacups – Tuesday 4:30-5:00pm
Twisted Teacups – Thursday 5:15-5:45pm
Tiny dancers in our Twisted Teacups class are the high-energy, never stop bouncing, Tigger types. Our Twisted Teacups will explore the dynamic world of hip-hop dance in an age-appropriate and creative, exploratory class lead by our most experienced dance teachers. Your tiny dancer will develop their body awareness and coordination while building up their self-esteem and engaging with their peers in this stylistic class.
Dress Code: FDC Hip-Hop Crew T-Shirt, Black Sweat Pants or Leggings, Bare Feet
All of our littlest Teacup Dancers have a required dress code that must be followed. We are happy to offer all dress code items in the studio for easy access and affordability.
Cost: The monthly fee for this class is $44.00 (HST incl). If your dancer registers in two half-hour classes, their monthly fee would be $80.00 (HST incl). Contact us for more information regarding sibling discounts and multi-class discounts!
2023/24 Schedule: Classes run from the week of Sept 11, 2023 – June 1, 2024
Tuesday 4:30-5:00pm
Tuesday 5:00-5:30pm
Wednesday 6:00-6:30pm
Saturday 9:30-10:00am
Saturday 10:30-11:00am
If your tiny dancer loves to play on the jungle gym, is constantly upside-down or spinning around, then this is the perfect class for them! Our Tumblin’ Teacups will experience a unique and high-energy approach to the wonderful combination of jazz and gymnastics we call acro dance. Your tiny dancer will learn age-appropriate acro movements like crab walks, log rolls, table-tops and teddy bear stands from our most experienced dance teachers. Your tiny dancer will develop their body awareness and coordination while building up their self-esteem and engaging with their peers in this exciting and dynamic class.
Dress Code: Basic Short Sleeve Bodysuit in Pink, Black Dance Shorts, Bare Feet
All of our littlest Teacup Dancers have a required dress code that must be followed. We are happy to offer all dress code items in the studio for easy access and affordability.
Cost: The monthly fee for this class is $44.00 (HST incl). If your dancer registers in two half-hour classes, their monthly fee would be $80.00 (HST incl). Contact us for more information regarding sibling discounts and multi-class discounts!
2023/24 Schedule: Classes run from the week of Sept 11, 2023 – June 1, 2024
Tuesday 5:00-5:30pm
Tiny dancers in our Tappin’ Teacups class will love their fancy new tap shoes! Our Tappin’ Teacups will explore the exciting worlds of tap and jazz dance in an age-appropriate and creative experience lead by our most experienced dance teachers. From shuffles to leaping runs, your tiny dancer will be engaging their sense of musicality, rhythm and coordination while bonding with their peers in our creative classes. *Ear-plugs are recommend for at-home practice!
Dress Code: Ballet Dress in Lavendar, Easy-On Tap Shoes
All of our littlest Teacup Dancers have a required dress code that must be followed. We are happy to offer all dress code items in the studio for easy access and affordability.
Cost: The monthly fee for this class is $44.00 (HST incl). If your dancer registers in two half-hour classes, their monthly fee would be $80.00 (HST incl). Contact us for more information regarding sibling discounts and multi-class discounts!
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