Mini (Ages 7-8)
Our Mini Dance Program supports children ages 7-8 to explore their love of dance and expand on the fundamentals of their chosen dance style. Your 7-8-year-old will be supported in their physical, cognitive and emotional development by our certified, adult dance instructors. Mini dancers will gain confidence, make new friends and have FUN!
Our Mini Dance classes are delivered with a high degree of intention and commitment to our Footprints Dance Centre Curriculum Documents for each dance genre. Your 7-8-year-old will be challenged with dance steps, terminology, clever patternings and cute, age-appropriate choreography.
All dancers in our Mini program have the opportunity to participate in our year-end show. By the end of the year your dancer will grace the stage in an age-appropriate costume dazzling the audience with their energetic and dynamic dance moves.
Class Offerings
2025/26 Schedule: Classes run from the week of Sept 8, 2025 – May 31, 2026.
Mini Ballet – Tuesday 7:00-7:45pm
Mini Ballet – Wednesday 6:30-7:15pm
Mini Ballet – Thursday 6:30-7:15pm
From good toes and naughty toes to barre work and across-the-floor work, our Mini Ballet classes teach classical ballet technique to boys and girls of all abilities. Ballet lessons will teach your 7-8-year-old to move with grace, precision and strength.
Our ballet lessons follow our Footprints Dance Centre Curriculum Requirements influenced by the International Dance Acclaim syllabus. Dancers at the mini level are also eligible to be a part of our ballet exam program.
Dress Code:
Female: Basic Tank Bodysuit in Lavender, Pull On Skirt in Lavender, Footed Ballet Tights in Pink, Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoe in Pink
Male: Fitted White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoe in Black
All of our Mini 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 $60.00 (HST incl). If your dancer registers in two 45 minute classes, their monthly fee would be $110.00 (HST incl). Contact us for more information regarding sibling discounts and multi-class discounts!
2025/26 Schedule: Classes run from the week of Sept 8, 2025 – May 31, 2026.
Mini Jazz – Wednesday 7:15-8:00pm
Mini Jazz – Thursday 7:15-8:00pm
Our Mini Jazz classes are a perfect fit for 7-8-year-olds who have lots of energy, love to move quickly and enjoy a challenge! Jazz dance is a fast and upbeat style of dance that incorporates large jumps and turns. Jazz lessons will teach your 7-8-year-old to develop their control, strength and flexibility in an upbeat age-appropriate class.
Our jazz lessons follow our Footprints Dance Centre Curriculum Requirements influenced by the Associated Dance Arts for Professional Teachers syllabus created by Mr. Brian Foley. Dancers at the mini level are also eligible to a part of our jazz exam program.
Dress Code:
Female: Basic Tank Bodysuit in Lavender, Black Dance Shorts, Premium Pull On Jazz Boot in Skin Tone
Male: Fitted White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Premium Pull On Jazz Boot in Skin Tone
All of our Mini 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 $60.00 (HST incl). If your dancer registers in two 45 minute classes, their monthly fee would be $110.00 (HST incl). Contact us for more information regarding sibling discounts and multi-class discounts!
2025/26 Schedule: Classes run from the week of Sept 8, 2025 – May 31, 2026.
Mini Tap – Wednesday 5:45-6:30pm
Mini Tap – Wednesday 6:30-7:15pm
Mini Tap – Thursday 6:30-7:15pm
If your 7-8-year-old has a mind for music, then our Mini Tap classes are a perfect fit! Dancers in our Mini Tap classes will be challenged with intricate foot movements to create exciting and percussive rhythm patterns with their feet. Tap lessons will teach your 7-8-year-old coordination, timing and rhythm in an upbeat age-appropriate class.
Our tap lessons follow our Footprints Dance Centre Curriculum Requirements influenced by the Associated Dance Arts for Professional Teachers syllabus created by Mr. Brian Foley. Dancers at the mini level are also eligible to a part of our tap exam program.
Dress Code:
Female: Basic Tank Bodysuit in Lavender, Black Dance Shorts, Easy-On Tap Shoe in Black
Male: Fitted White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Black Lace-Up Tap Shoes
All of our Mini 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 $60.00 (HST incl). If your dancer registers in two 45 minute classes, their monthly fee would be $110.00 (HST incl). Contact us for more information regarding sibling discounts and multi-class discounts!
2025/26 Schedule: Classes run from the week of Sept 8, 2025 – May 31, 2026.
Mini Hip-Hop – Wednesday 5:45-6:30pm
If your 7-8-year-old is constantly moving and grooving to Top 40 Hits, then hip-hop will be a perfect for them! Dancers in our Mini Hip-Hop class must have A LOT of energy and want to have A TON of fun! Our Mini Hip-Hop classes combine both dance and music into a fast-paced and energetic class to engage our dancers physically and socially. Your 7-8-year-old will have the opportunity to flex their style and swag in this cool and age-appropriate dance class.
Our hip-hop lessons follow our Footprints Dance Centre Curriculum Requirements influenced by the trends of today!
Dress Code:
Female: FDC Hip-Hop Crew T-Shirt, Black Sweats/Leggings, High Top Sequin Sneaker in Black
Male: FDC Hip-Hop Crew T-Shirt, Black Sweats/Leggings, High Top Sneaker in Black
All of our Mini 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 $60.00 (HST incl). If your dancer registers in two 45 minute classes, their monthly fee would be $110.00 (HST incl). Contact us for more information regarding sibling discounts and multi-class discounts!
2025/26 Schedule: Classes run from the week of Sept 8, 2025 – May 31, 2026.
Mini Acro – Tuesday 5:30-6:15pm
Mini Acro – Wednesday 5:45-6:30pm
Mini Acro – Thursday 5:45-6:30pm
Mini Acro – Thursday 7:15-8:00pm
If your 7-8-year-old loves to play on the jungle gym, is constantly upside-down or doing cartwheels in the backyard, then this is the perfect class for them! Our Mini Acro classes offer a unique and high-energy approach to the wonderful combination of jazz and gymnastics we call acro. In our Mini Acro classes, your 7-8-year-old will be introduced to acro movements like handstands, cartwheels, bridges and rolls. They will develop their flexibility, strength and balance in this exciting and dynamic age-appropriate dance class.
Our acro lessons follow our Footprints Dance Centre Curriculum Requirements influenced by the Acro Dance Teachers Association.
Dress Code:
Female: Basic Tank Bodysuit in Lavender, Black Dance Shorts, Bare Feet
Male: Fitted White T-Shirt, Black Shorts, Bare Feet
All of our Mini 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 $60.00 (HST incl). If your dancer registers in two 45 minute classes, their monthly fee would be $110.00 (HST incl). Contact us for more information regarding sibling discounts and multi-class discounts!
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