Dance Classes in Winter Garden for Ages 5 – 7 Fun, Learning, and Creativity in Every Dance Step
Our Mini’s Dance Classes welcome young dancers ages 5 to 7 into a lively, encouraging environment where they can explore movement, creativity, and self-expression. Through engaging instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and Acro, each child builds a strong foundation, developing skills in coordination, rhythm, and flexibility. Our program combines joy with purposeful learning, giving each young dancer the confidence to shine both on and off the stage.
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Watch Your Child Grow, Learn, and Succeed through Dance
Our Mini’s classes help young dancers refine their coordination and balance through structured dance techniques in ballet, tap, jazz, and Acro. Each class encourages body awareness and control, helping children move gracefully and confidently with growing strength and flexibility.
In our positive and nurturing environment, children feel supported as they try new steps, master skills, and celebrate their progress. With each achievement, their self-esteem grows, teaching them the value of dedication, effort, and the excitement of personal growth.
Our Mini’s dance classes offer a place for children to form friendships and develop teamwork skills through group dances, collaborative activities, and the excitement of our annual recital. Kids learn to communicate, support one another, and thrive together in a fun, welcoming setting.
Inspiring Joy, Skill, and Friendship through Dance
Do you have a young dancer who loves to move? Our Mini’s Dance Classes channel their energy into a positive, creative outlet that promotes growth and discovery. Through age-appropriate instruction in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and Acro, we focus on teaching fundamental dance techniques that are the building blocks of all dance forms. At The Dance Collective, we’re dedicated to more than just steps—our program encourages respect, discipline, and perseverance. Each class helps children build self-confidence, focus, and social skills, all while forming new friendships. Join us and see your child’s joy and confidence blossom through dance.
Ballet is the foundation for all forms of dance. It is where students learn technique, usage of the feet, and how to develop strength, balance, and quality of movement. This class will focus on ballet terminology and technique through the execution of barre work, center, and across the floor exercises. Students will have a clear understanding of body alignment, movement quality, carriage of upper body, and flexibility.
*Cutoff to determine age for class placement is October 1, 2024.
*This class participates in our annual recital. Annual recital costume fee $85 is due November 1, 2024.
Tap teaches rhythm, coordination, basic tap terminology and choreography. Tap dance is a form of dance characterized by using the sound of one’s tap shoes hitting the floor as a percussive instrument. As such, it is also commonly considered to also be a form of music.
*Cutoff to determine age for class placement is October 1, 2024.
*This class participates in our annual recital. Annual recital costume fee $85 is due November 1, 2024.
Jazz classes include warm up, isolations, stretches, across the floor progressions, and choreography combinations. These classes assist dancers in improving precision and rhythm, physical challenges, and personal style and expression. Exercises focus on increasing flexibility and strength, rhythms and isolation of body parts, and expressing personal style.
*Cutoff to determine age for class placement is October 1, 2024.
*This class participates in our annual recital. Annual recital costume fee $85 is due November 1, 2024.
Hip-hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping, and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. Students will focus on rhythm, musicality, and dynamics in their movements.
*Cutoff to determine age for class placement is October 1, 2024.
*This class participates in our annual recital. Annual recital costume fee $85 is due November 1, 2024.
Acrobatics uses strength and flexibility to perform gymnastic-based tricks. In this class, students perform conditioning exercises to prepare them for increased difficulty. It teaches flexibility, balance, strength, and coordination.
*Cutoff to determine age for class placement is October 1, 2024.
*This is a non-recital class.
Why Families Choose The Dance Collective
We understand the demands of busy schedules, so we offer flexible class times to fit your family’s needs. With options for every age and experience level, The Dance Collective makes it easy for everyone to experience the joy and benefits of dance.
Our studio is a safe, welcoming space where every dancer can feel at ease. Led by experienced instructors in a carefully maintained facility, we prioritize injury prevention, personal growth, and a supportive atmosphere that encourages each dancer’s unique journey.
At The Dance Collective, we’re more than just a studio—we’re a family. From students to parents, everyone is part of our supportive, uplifting community, where friendships are formed, creativity is celebrated, and dancers feel truly valued and inspired.
See the Difference: Why Dance Classes at The Dance Collective Stand Out
Explore how our Mini’s program (ages 5-7) goes beyond traditional youth activities, providing a balanced approach to physical, emotional, and social development. Our classes focus on each child’s growth and self-expression in a supportive, inclusive environment, making dance a rewarding and joyful experience.
Many sports programs prioritize physical skills like speed and strength, often overlooking creativity, self-expression, and emotional growth.
In some sports, only the most skilled players get attention, leading to potential exclusion of others.
Sports can prioritize competition, which can overshadow the fun and collaboration children need to enjoy activities.
Coaches may not always have time to offer personalized guidance to each child.
Our Mini’s program nurtures both physical and personal growth, promoting flexibility, strength, social confidence, and emotional development through dance.
Every child has a place to shine at The Dance Collective, building confidence and self-worth through individualized attention and teamwork activities.
Our classes emphasize growth, patience, and practice, instilling a love for dance and dedication that extends to all areas of life.
Our instructors connect with each student, guiding them to build skills, respect, and active listening—benefiting them in dance and beyond.
Exploring Dance Styles with Fun and Creativity for Kids
Our Mini’s classes introduce dancers ages 5-7 to an exciting mix of ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and Acro. Each session combines movement, rhythm, and imaginative activities, keeping young dancers engaged as they explore new ways to move and express themselves.
Dancers build coordination, rhythm, and body awareness while learning fundamental techniques in a welcoming and age-appropriate setting. With a focus on creativity and confidence, each child feels supported and inspired. By the end of the season, our Mini’s dancers proudly share their progress in a group recital, showcasing their joy and enthusiasm for dance to family and friends.
A Well-Rounded Dance Experience for Kids
Our Mini’s program offers young dancers a chance to explore ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and Acro, building a strong foundation across multiple dance styles. Through age-appropriate instruction, students improve flexibility, strength, coordination, and self-expression with each class.
Our curriculum emphasizes technique and creativity, giving each dancer the tools to grow while encouraging their unique style. From learning tap rhythms and jazz routines to exploring hip-hop moves and Acro skills, every class fosters personal growth and confidence. At the season’s end, our Mini’s dancers proudly perform in a group recital, celebrating their hard work and new skills on stage.
Confidence, Coordination, and Creativity
The Dance Collective’s classes for ages 5-7 offer an enriching dance experience that builds confidence, improves coordination, and fosters creativity. Our approach goes beyond teaching steps; it celebrates the joy of movement, self-expression, and growth.
Through structured programs, children develop discipline, teamwork, and resilience in a supportive environment. Our dedicated instructors make sure every child feels motivated and proud of their progress. The year-end recital offers each dancer a chance to showcase their achievements, creating moments of pride and memories that last a lifetime.
The Joy of Dance Beyond the Studio
At The Dance Collective, we believe the joy of dance extends far beyond the studio. Our dance classes for ages 5-7 aim to inspire a lifelong love for movement and self-expression.
With rhythm games, creative exercises, and group performances, children not only enhance their dance skills but also build lasting friendships and confidence. The laughter, teamwork, and joy shared in each class make dance a meaningful part of their lives. Our goal is to spark a passion for dance that young dancers carry with them, creating cherished memories they’ll hold forever.
Hear from Our The Dance Collective Families
Discover the experiences of our dance community! Read heartfelt reviews from our dancers and their families to see how The Dance Collective is positively impacting lives. We value their voices and are grateful for the shared journey.
We are really happy at this studio! Owners and staff are very friendly and always ready to help. The instructors are very professional and our daughter loves to dance here and that is priceless!
Really great for my daughter.
We love The Dance Collective and most importantly my daughter absolutely loves dancing here. Her technique and passion for dance has grown so much since joining this studio, a great reflection on her teachers and dance friends she’s surrounded with.
Amazing dance studio! There is a focus on positivity and encouraging dancers to be their best while building up their teammates. Can't say enough great things about this studio and its owners! They really have created a incredible place for dancers to learn and grow!
My daughter has grown so much in her dance technique after joining this studio. They are also the most organized business I ever dealt with! The families and staff here are very welcoming!
Our daughter had a blast at TDC's Princess Summer Camp last year. She had so much fun that I signed her up for Tap/Ballet all year long, followed by Frozen summer camp that ended few weeks ago. Honestly, we couldn't have asked for a better studio. TDC, thank you for being so caring and fun!! You guys are truly the best of the best.
Big shout-out to Ms. Jen for helping my daughter open up, Ms. Ally front desk for being so patient and understanding every time I called her, Mr. J.J. for his constant support and generosity, and & Ms. Hannah for an amazing dance studio & recital. And to the rest of the team, thanks for all you do 💖
We absolutely love The Dance Collective! It's a beautiful studio that is always kept so organized and clean; they also have the most amazing and genuinely friendly staff. They provide superior dance instruction in a very encouraging and supportive nature, and their students all emulate these admirable traits as well. These great qualities, among many other positives, make The Dance Collective by far the best studio we have ever attended. Great job TDC!!
The owners, choreographers, and all the staff are excellent. They truly care about each and every child. They are professional and do their best to improve each student’s ability. The studio, itself, is beautiful, clean and very well lit.
This studio is not only well run but the teachers and owners simply are amazing! I have one in intro to ballet/ tap and another with special needs who attends another class and could not praise the staff enough!! They are open and welcoming, provide clear direction, and most of all are kind and compassionate. You can tell everyone as a passion for their craft and would highly recommend!
Hannah and JJ have made The Dance Collective one of the fastest growing studios around. The minute you walk in the door you feel welcome and at home. They strive to have the most professional and open atmosphere in regards to their parental relationships and how everything works. We’ve never had to guess about fees, upcoming projects or anything like that. They are always passing on info as soon as it’s available. They make the best schedule they can with what they have to work with in regards to working families, teachers with other careers-etc. We are so blessed to have joined this family. Thankful for all the growth they have provided for my daughter. Can’t wait to see where the future takes them!
The culture of positivity and inclusivity is one of The Dance Collective's best assets. This is a no-nonsense, nurturing environment for your child to not only develop dance technique, but be part of a passionate & supportive dance family. Level of involvement can range from recreational to the competitive team level- but all dancers are treated equally and are able to take classes from the full range of instructors. Learning from a variety of teachers allows students to experience different teaching styles and genres from a select group of working dance professionals which improves versatility. The schedule and fees are very transparent; the degree of organization is superior. Having the full year's schedule at the beginning of the season is unheard of at other studios. We love it here- hopefully you will as well!
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FAQs
Our Mini’s program nurtures essential motor skills, coordination, and flexibility through age-appropriate activities in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and Acro. Beyond physical development, our classes promote confidence, discipline, and creativity, providing a solid foundation for future learning and personal growth.
Dance supports emotional and social growth, helping children improve focus, listening, and teamwork skills that benefit them in school and daily life. It also fosters a sense of accomplishment and self-esteem, encouraging them to reach goals and enjoy the rewards of dedication in a supportive setting.
In the Mini’s program, dancers learn foundational techniques in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, and Acro, all through fun, engaging lessons. Each class includes rhythm-building, coordination exercises, and creative movement activities that help children discover new ways to express themselves.
Absolutely. We prioritize safety in every class, with experienced instructors who design movements and exercises that are developmentally appropriate. Our nurturing environment helps young dancers safely explore movement and build skills with confidence.
Yes, at the end of the season, our Mini’s dancers have the exciting opportunity to perform in a group recital. This experience allows them to showcase their skills, celebrate their hard work, and enjoy the thrill of performing for family and friends.
Encouragement is key! Keeping a consistent class schedule and celebrating their progress, whether practicing simple moves at home or sharing their recital moments, helps reinforce their joy for dance and boosts their confidence.
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Discover Extra Perks for Young Dancers Ages 5-7
From learning new moves to mastering routines, our program encourages young dancers to set and achieve goals. This builds motivation and teaches valuable skills in planning and persistence.
Our dance classes engage memory, pattern recognition, and problem-solving, boosting cognitive development. This supports early academic skills, enhancing focus and recall in and out of the studio.
With group activities and performance opportunities, children develop social confidence, learning to connect with others and collaborate. This supportive environment fosters friendships and teamwork.
Dance offers a fun and safe outlet for emotional expression. Through music and movement, young dancers explore their emotions, building emotional awareness and resilience in a positive way.
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