Ballet, Tap, & Tumbling
Dance Lessons
for Toddlers & Preschoolers
in Wilmington NC



The Dance Element's Ballet, Tap, & Tumbling Dance Classes are ideally suited to the abilities & enjoyment of 3, 4, & 5 year-old children.



The Dance Element's Ballet, Tap, & Tumbling "Combination" Dance Classes emphasize Ballet basics, which become a foundation for 3, 4, & 5 year-old students as they grow to explore other styles.





Boys & Girls learn new Ballet steps in every dance class, along with the French terminology to accompany each movement.



The Dance Element's preschool dance students
learn WHAT their Ballet steps are called and WHY,
from the very beginning!





Understanding the French terminology helps young dance students to better understand the Ballet steps & technique.


Preschool boys & girls enjoy learning a second language while learning to dance & they are always excited to share their new skills & vocabulary after class.



Preschool dance students will transition from
learning Ballet to work on Tap or Tumbling.





The change of pace keeps each class exciting & helps to maintain the focus of energetic 3, 4, & 5 year old dance students.



Tap Dance technique for Children begins
with lessons about Music & Rhythm.





Studio Director Ashley Barnes incorporates drums & musical instruments to teach 3, 4, & 5-year-old students how to make percussive sounds with their hands & introduce musical concepts like counting & following a beat.


Preschool Dancers eventually change into tap shoes & discover fun ways to reproduce various rhythms when creating the sounds with their feet!



Girls & Boys in preschool dance classes
LOVE learning to Tumble!





The Dance Element's Ballet, Tap, & Tumbling Combination Dance Classes for Ages 3, 4, & 5 include an introduction to Tumbling & Acrobatics techniques.


Preschool Dance students safely learn to Tumble, beginning with forward rolls & handstands then progressing to more challenging tricks.



Movement Games & Improvisation Exercises in Dance Lessons for 3, 4, & 5 year-old Children often incorporate the use of toys or props.





These lessons feel like playtime while enhancing children's motor skills, improving balance & coordination, developing good posture, & building strong, healthy bodies.


The Dance Element's 3, 4, & 5-year-old students have a wonderful time playing games while exploring essential concepts like opposites & directions - even right vs. left.


Silly songs & creative activities keep dance classes entertaining while teaching preschool students essential concepts about the world they are dancing IN!​



At the culmination of our season,
Preschool Ballet & Dance Students
take the stage to perform
in spectacular showcases.  



They always steal the show!



At the culmination of our season,
Preschool Ballet & Dance Students
take the stage to perform
in spectacular showcases.  



They always steal the show!



At the culmination of our season,
Preschool Ballet & Dance Students
take the stage to perform
in spectacular showcases.  



They always steal the show!



At the culmination of our season,
Preschool Ballet & Dance Students
take the stage to perform
in spectacular showcases.  



They always steal the show!



At the culmination of our season,
Preschool Ballet & Dance Students
take the stage to perform
in spectacular showcases.  



They always steal the show!



At the culmination of our season,
Preschool Ballet & Dance Students
take the stage to perform
in spectacular showcases.  



They always steal the show!





The Dance Element's spectacular annual dance performances are unparalleled!



These uniquely themed theatrical productions highlight the individual growth of every student while providing invaluable training & incredible experiences they will remember all their lives.





These videos feature 3, 4, & 5 year-old dance students in some of our favorite performances.



3, 4, 5 year-old Dancers Perform: "Blast Off!"



2024 SPACE SHOWCASE





3, 4, 5 year-old Dancers Perform: "Blast Off!"



2024 SPACE SHOWCASE





3, 4, 5 year-old Dancers Perform: "Wonderfully Small"



WORKING ON SOLUTIONS 2022





Preschool Ballet Students Perform: "Riding Lessons"



MANIFEST THE WEST 2019





Ballet Students Age 3, 4, 5 Perform: "Tiny Dancers"



CAN'T KEEP STILL 2016





Preschool Girls & Boys Perform: "Man's Best Friend"



EVERY CREATURE GREAT & SMALL 2015





Preschoolers Perform: "Twinkle"



BRAVE THE ELEMENTS 2018





Ballet Students Ages 3, 4, & 5 Perform: "Rub A Dub"



BRAVE THE ELEMENTS 2018







The Dance Element



7211 Ogden Business Lane #205
Wilmington, NC 28411