Ages 3-4

Program At-A-Glance

This inviting and encouraging class is jam-packed with fun activities, consisting of song and dance routines that teach gross motor skills, direction, rhythm, levels in space along with a basic foundation in pre-ballet. Use of props, storytelling, and lively music engage dancers’ minds and bodies, while helping to build the child’s coordination and confidence.  The First Steps Preschool Program is a two-year series consisting of a 45 minute-long Preschool 1 class and an hour-long Preschool 2 class the following year, continuing to build skills and introducing Tap.

Class Options

2024-2025 Session:

Winter/Spring Session 1:
January 13-February 9
4-Week Session

Winter/Spring Session 2:
February 10-March 30 (no classes February 17-23)
6-Week Session

Winter/Spring Session 3:
March 31-May 18 (no classes April 14-20)
6-Week Session

Summer 2025 Session:

Program Faculty

Stacey Chiesa

Dance Teacher

Stacey Chiesa

Dance Teacher

Melinda Civitella

Associate Artistic Director

Melinda Civitella

Associate Artistic Director

Sarah Davidman

Dance Teacher

Sarah Davidman

Dance Teacher

Donna Iaboni

Director, Studio Operations

Donna Iaboni

Director, Studio Operations

Ava Michels

Dance Teacher

Ava Michels

Dance Teacher

Mary Naftal

CEO & Artistic Director

Mary Naftal

CEO & Artistic Director

Melissa Orlick

Dance Teacher

Melissa Orlick

Dance Teacher

Brooke-Ashley Reyes

Dance Teacher

Brooke-Ashley Reyes

Dance Teacher

Annette Siguenza

Manager, Teacher Training Program

Annette Siguenza

Manager, Teacher Training Program

Megan Campisi

Social Media Associate

Megan Campisi

Social Media Associate

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