Dance Classes for Ages 8-10 in Winter Garden Discover Technique, Expression, and Fun with Primary Dance Classes!
Welcome to the Primary dance program at The Dance Collective, where young dancers ages 8-10 can explore the art of dance across a variety of styles, including Ballet, Jazz, Acro, Tap, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre, and Contemporary. Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to inspire creativity, build strength, and teach essential technique in a supportive environment. With the guidance of our passionate instructors, your child will build confidence, refine their skills, and find joy in movement as they take each exciting step forward on their dance journey.
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How Dance Enriches and Inspires Your Child
Through our structured dance training, students in the Primary program develop foundational strength, balance, and coordination. Our classes incorporate movement techniques that enhance body control and flexibility, fostering physical skills that benefit dancers in and outside the studio.
We empower every child to feel confident and proud of their progress. Our instructors emphasize a positive learning environment where students learn new skills with determination and resilience, building self-confidence with each step and routine they master.
Dance is about connection and shared experiences. In our Primary classes, your child will make friends, work as part of a team, and build lasting relationships. Our inclusive community helps young dancers feel valued, building a sense of belonging that lasts far beyond the studio.
Watch Your Child Shine in Every Dance Style!
Looking for a dynamic, creative, and structured outlet for your child? The Primary dance program at The Dance Collective offers a complete dance experience designed to inspire young dancers. In each class, we go beyond technique, instilling values of dedication, respect, and teamwork. Through engaging styles like Acro, Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre, and Contemporary, your child will develop as both a dancer and an individual, discovering the joy of self-expression, building confidence, and learning the importance of perseverance and collaboration. Join us to see your child thrive in a welcoming and supportive environment, ready to take on new challenges with confidence and grace.
*Ages: 8 – 10 years old
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 10/1/24.
*This class participates in our annual recital and will have a costume fee of $85 due November 1, 2024.
*Ages: 8 – 10 years old
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. The annual recital costume fee $85 is due November 1, 2024.
*Ages: 8 – 10 years old
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. The annual recital costume fee $85 is due November 1, 2024.
*Ages: 8 – 10 years old
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. The annual recital costume fee $85 is due November 1, 2024.
*Ages: 8 – 10 years old
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 a non-recital class.
*Ages: 8 – 10 years old
This upbeat class will focus on learning Broadway-style choreography, show-stopping stage presence and acting, with a focus on learning song-and-dance numbers from a variety of musical productions, past and present.
*Cutoff to determine age for class placement is October 1, 2024.
*This class participates in our annual recital. The annual recital costume fee $85 is due November 1, 2024.
*Ages: 8 – 10 years old
Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. Contemporary dancers strive to connect the mind and the body through fluid dance movements.
*Cutoff to determine age for class placement is October 1, 2024.
*This class participates in our annual recital. The annual recital costume fee $85 is due November 1, 2024.
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.
Discover the Benefits of Dance with The Dance Collective’s Primary Program
Compare the Primary dance program at The Dance Collective to traditional recreational sports. Our approach offers a well-rounded experience that nurtures your child’s physical, emotional, and social development.
Traditional sports emphasize physical skills and competition, often with limited focus on creativity, personal growth, and self-expression.
In some sports, competition can discourage children who may feel less skilled, leading to a sense of exclusion and pressure.
The emphasis on winning can sometimes detract from the joy of participating, making the activity more stressful than enjoyable.
In team sports, coaches often split attention among many players, which can limit personalized guidance and support.
Our Primary program nurtures physical fitness alongside emotional growth, blending strength and technique with resilience and creativity in a supportive, positive space.
The Dance Collective promotes a welcoming atmosphere where every child feels valued and encouraged, fostering self-confidence and a sense of belonging.
Our dance classes celebrate progress and enjoyment. Dancers focus on learning, self-discipline, and teamwork, appreciating the process of personal improvement and collaboration.
The Primary program ensures each dancer receives personalized instruction, allowing them to grow at their own pace while developing social skills and respect for others.
Cultivating Precision and Control
In The Dance Collective’s Primary Ballet class, young dancers ages 8-10 build a strong foundation in classical ballet technique. Each movement requires focus, precision, and control, helping dancers gain a keen awareness of their bodies and the discipline to refine their skills. Through engaging, carefully structured lessons, students improve coordination, balance, and strength. This attention to detail not only enhances their dance technique but also fosters self-discipline, patience, and concentration—qualities that benefit them in every area of life.
Expressing Creativity Through Dance
Our Primary Jazz class invites dancers ages 8-10 to explore the basics of jazz in a lively, encouraging environment. Students are introduced to jazz techniques, rhythm, and terminology, helping them to channel their energy into movements that express their creativity. This class emphasizes personal expression, rhythm, and musicality, while developing flexibility, coordination, and focus. The skills learned in jazz help students connect to the music and build confidence—skills that enhance their success both on stage and in life.
Strength and Flexibility in Motion
The Primary Acro class at The Dance Collective blends dance with acrobatic skills, making it ideal for young dancers eager to improve balance, strength, and flexibility. Designed for ages 8-10, this class teaches foundational acro movements such as tumbling, balancing, and stretching. Following the Acrobatic Arts syllabus, dancers gain resilience and a sense of accomplishment as they master challenging moves in a safe, supportive space. Enrollment in Acro Conditioning helps students build the necessary strength to excel and safely progress in acrobatics.
Nurturing Teamwork and Confidence
At The Dance Collective, we emphasize teamwork and mutual encouragement across all of our Primary classes, including Ballet, Jazz, and Acro. Students ages 8-10 learn the value of collaboration and support within a positive, uplifting environment. Through group activities and performances, dancers develop sportsmanship, gain confidence, and learn to handle both achievements and challenges with grace. This sense of community and shared success builds lasting bonds and helps each dancer feel part of something meaningful.
What Families Love About The Dance Collective
Discover what makes The Dance Collective a cherished part of our students' lives! Read genuine reviews from families and dancers who have experienced the growth, support, and inspiration we bring to our community every day. Through their own words, our dance family shares how The Dance Collective has helped them flourish and connect in an environment that truly feels like home.
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 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.
Really great for my daughter.
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!
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!!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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FAQs
Our Primary Dance program is designed to enhance not only physical abilities but also cognitive and emotional development. Through dance, students improve focus, listening skills, and social connections. By working toward individual and group goals, they build self-confidence and a strong sense of achievement.
Yes! Students in the Primary Dance program participate in our annual recital, which provides them the chance to showcase what they’ve learned in a fun, supportive environment. This experience builds confidence and gives young dancers the thrill of performing on stage, which many families find to be a cherished part of their child’s dance journey.
Primary Dance Classes typically meet once a week, with each session lasting 1 hour. This frequency supports consistent learning and skill development while fitting well into your child’s weekly schedule.
Our Primary classes are kept small to provide personalized attention and ensure every dancer receives the guidance they need. Our instructors prioritize safety by teaching proper technique and fostering a supportive environment where students can learn and grow with confidence. Additionally, our studio features sprung floors designed to minimize impact and reduce the risk of injury.
In addition to tuition, there may be costs for dance attire, shoes, and recital costumes. We keep these costs affordable and provide a detailed breakdown of any required items or fees upon registration, so families can plan ahead.
*Please visit our Dress Code Policy here for more details.
Students in the Primary program are grouped by age to create a comfortable learning environment with peers at similar developmental stages. However, our instructors carefully assess each dancer’s progress and may recommend adjustments to ensure they are appropriately challenged and supported.
Extra Benefits of the Primary Dance Program
Dance teaches focus and discipline, helping students build habits of patience and concentration that benefit them in school and other activities.
Our classes promote overall fitness, encouraging flexibility, strength, and endurance that support a healthy lifestyle.
Through diverse dance styles, students explore self-expression and creativity, helping them develop their unique artistic voices.
Group activities and performances help students strengthen communication skills, building confidence in expressing themselves verbally and nonverbally.
From industry-leading brands to valued partners, these affiliations enhance our students’ experience and support our mission to provide top-tier dance education.
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