Our program offers classes for students ages 3-18. We believe the best time to start dance is unique for each child. Some may thrive in the structured setting of a ballet class at a very young age, and others may need to step into dance at a later time. Our classes will develop your child’s gross motor skills, balance, coordination, and artistry. These are not pre-requisites for entering our program. Your child should have a desire to attend class and enjoy learning.  

Our Summer Dance Camps are a wonderful opportunity to give dance a try and determine whether a year-long class might be a good fit. Check out our “Summer Class Registration” to view this year’s summer schedule. Classes will be once a week for 3 weeks in June (6th – 24th), followed by a 2 week break for the 4th, and the final 3 weeks in July (11th – 29th).  We hope your dancers will be able to join us and bring a friend along to try out your class.  

My child wants to begin dance at an older age. Will he/she need to begin at level 1?

Cannon Falls School of Dance desires to bring classical ballet and other genres of dance to the surrounding area. While our program is structured in levels that progress as students grow and develop their skills, we do not wish for students to feel they’ve missed the opportunity to engage our program. If your dancer wishes to take class without any prior formal training, we require an evaluation from our creative director. Ms. Caitlin will be able to assess your child’s skills, make recommendations for classes and/or private lessons, and develop a plan to accelerate the learning process. Our goal is to make sure dancers feel confident and capable in the material being taught in class, and want to partner with families to accomplish this goal.

Our Summer classes are a great opportunity to give dance a try and determine whether a year-long class might be a good fit. Students will receive an evaluation and recommendation on Fall classes. Check out our “Summer Class Registration” to view this year’s summer schedule.

What does a typical dance season look like?

Our dance season begins in September and runs through May, ending with our Spring Showcase. We will spend the Fall building technique by practicing skills at the barre, across the floor, and in center. Ms. Caitlin likes to incorporate games and class challenges into her teaching style to keep students motivated and engaged. Following Thanksgiving, we celebrate Nutcracker Month, a four-week period where we learn dances from the Nutcracker and play holiday dance games. Upon our return from Winter Break, students will begin learning their Spring Showcase dance. This dance will be performed during our show in May. 

Registration Cut-off  

Registration for our Fall 2022-2023 season ends October 31^st, 2021. Students’ costumes will be ordered during the middle of November to ensure they are distributed in time for our Picture Day and Spring Showcase.