Join us for Creation Station: Dance Classes for Toddlers in NYC!
Ages 16 Mos – 5 Years
Kids at Work offers Pre-Ballet/Tap dance classes in NYC, with separate groups for toddlers and preschoolers.
Creation Station Dance is a country-wide leader in dance education for young children. KAW is proud to maintain a partnership with Creation Station Dance for over 10 years as their NYC location! At this age, dance should be about learning to nurture creativity in movement. Developing coordination and promoting self-esteem, combined with learning basic positions and terminology, are the building blocks of our wildly creative dance curriculum.
Our dance classes feature a mix of adult participation and “off to the side” adults, depending on the child’s readiness.
What will my child learn in Creation Station dance classes?
- Social Skills: Creation Station dance classes foster social skills by encouraging toddlers to interact with their peers. They learn to collaborate, share space, and follow group instructions. This is enforced through activities where they have to wait their turn and watch others perform. The social aspect of ballet classes helps toddlers learn how to work with others, boosting their communication and cooperation skills.
- Confidence: Through dance, toddlers gain confidence as they learn new movements and express themselves in a supportive environment. They have the opportunity to perform in front of their peers as well. Using their body and voices to claim space in the studio!
- Body Coordination and Strength: Physical activity aids in developing body coordination and strength. In class, toddlers practice balance, flexibility, and having control over their movements. The practice of ballet comes with even more benefits because requires toddlers to practice precise movements and body positioning. This teaches them stability, control and focus.
- Creativity: Dance sparks creativity, allowing children to explore imaginative ideas through movement, enhancing both their cognitive and emotional development. The “Free Dance” Section of class encourages students to dance however the music sways them to.
FAQ about Creation Station Pre-Ballet and Tap Dance Classes
What is Creation Station?
Creation Station is a wildly creative dance school concept. Our dance classes are movement based programs for children 16 months through 5 years of age. We have NO uniform requirements, NO equipment requirements, NO semester commitment, and NO recitals! We simply introduce your child to the creative and engaging world of dance!
Our dance classes are for kids 16 months through the age of 5 in NYC. We use an incredible assortment of props , costumes and weekly developmental themes to inspire and engage the children. We help children develop and practice social, physical, and gross motor skills, but our major focus is the FUN!
What makes Creation Station dance class unique?
The Creation Station Model of dance class is unique because it uses the structured dance genres of ballet and tap to inform a very creative experience for the kids. Kids at Work offers a different experience from classes at a ballet school. We play using our imagination and harness our creativity to inform how we want to dance. Our dance classes feature a balance of structure and free play. This great balance makes the benefits that much wider than other ballet classes for kids.
Do I need to be present for drop in classes?
Yes! These dance classes for toddlers and preschoolers in NYC feature a mix of adult participation and “off to the side” adults. This depends upon the child’s readiness.
What are the benefits of tap dance classes for toddlers?
Tap dance offers a wealth of benefits for toddlers, making it a fun and enriching activity. One of the primary advantages is the development of rhythm. As toddlers learn to tap their feet to music, they enhance their ability to recognize and create patterns, which is foundational for musicality and timing. This rhythmic training also promotes cognitive skills, as they connect movements with sounds and beats.
Coordination is another key benefit of tap dance. The intricate footwork involved helps toddlers improve their overall motor skills, teaching them to coordinate their movements effectively. As they navigate different tap steps, they enhance their body awareness and spatial orientation.
Strength is developed through the physical demands of tap dance, as toddlers use their legs and feet to create sound. This helps build lower body strength and endurance, which can be beneficial for other physical activities as they grow.
Moreover, tap dance encourages creativity and self-expression. Toddlers have the opportunity to experiment with their movements and find their own unique style, fostering a sense of individuality and confidence.
Toddler Dance Class Schedule
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Buy A Package for Toddler Dance Classes
- Important: Reservations must be made after you purchase a package. Click here to make a reservation.
- You can also attend any babies level class with your toddler package!
- Packages NEVER expire.
The packages below include access the following classes, with a minimum age of 12 mos or older: Jam Session Toddlers, Mindful Music, Toddle Around, Mess it Up, Soccer Stars, Pre-Ballet/Movement, Pre-Ballet/Tap, Cooking, AND Sun Sessions Outdoor Music in Madison Square Park.
40 Toddler drop-in classes
20 Toddler drop-in classes
10 Toddler drop-in classes
Toddler Single Class
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About Kids at Work in NYC
Since 2007, Kids at Work has grown into one of the best kept secrets for raising children in NYC.
Serving Chelsea and the Flatiron districts, we are a community of babies, children, parents, and caregivers making discoveries together through educational age-appropriate, choice-driven “mommy and me” programming and drop in classes.
Our sensory art and music and play programs host of NYC’s best partners offering soccer, sign language, dance, infant developmental movement and more!
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