Early Childhood Dance
Big learning starts with little movers.
Play-based dance classes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers designed around how young children move, learn, connect, and grow.
Classes for ages 3 months - 4 years
Choose Your Class
Each stage is designed around what young children are ready for developmentally, with a trusted grown-up right there with them.
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Babies
3-11 months + Caregiver
A gentle introduction to music and movement designed especially for baby's developing body and brain. Explore songs, rhythm, sensory play, and movement while connecting with your little one.
Tuesdays, 9:45-10:15
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Tykes
12-23 months + Caregiver
For little movers who are ready to explore! Music, props, songs, and playful movement support coordination, body awareness, confidence, and connection.
Tuesdays, 9:00-9:30 | Sundays, 9:30-10:00
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Tots
2-3 years + Caregiver
Play-based dance experiences introduce early movement concepts through music, imagination, props, and plenty of opportunities to explore alongside a trusted grown-up.
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:00 | Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 | Sundays 10:15-10:45
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Creative Ballet
3-4 years + Caregiver
A playful introduction to ballet through imaginative movement, music, and early dance concepts. Dancers begin building independence while their trusted grown-up stays nearby and participates with them.
A bridge between Tots and independent dance classes.
Sundays, 11:30-12:00
Babies, Tykes, Tots, and Creative Ballet are offered through St. Louis Academy of Dance. Visit the SLAD website to view the current schedule, tuition, availability, and register for class.
More Ways to Dance Together
Find Ms. Karly classes and special sessions around St. Louis.
Dancing in the Park
3 months - 5 years + Caregiver
These movement and music classes bring the same joyful nature as studio offerings into a relaxed outdoor setting. Perfect for families looking to move, connect, and build community in the historic Lafayette Park.
Saturdays, 10:00-10:30 with open play until 11:00
Boo, Bounce, & Boogie!
3 months - 5 years + Caregiver
Join us for a spooky, bouncy, and musical Dancing in the Park class! This themed class is designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers to move, groove, and bond together. Enjoy a high-energy dance experience in the historic Lafayette Park. Costumes welcome!
Saturdays, October 24, 10:00-10:30 with open play until 11:00
Classes at Urban Fort Play
Littles + Caregiver
A playful 6-week dance and movement series at Urban Fort Play, with music, imaginative movement, props, and plenty of opportunities to move together.
Six-week session beginning Sept. 11
Fridays, 10:15-10:55
What To Expect In Class
Come as you are
No dance experience needed for children or grown-ups. Classes are playful, low-pressure, and designed with young children in mind.
Move together
Caregivers are active participants, providing connection, confidence, and a familiar home base.
Learn through play
Songs, props, imagination, and repetition help children explore movement while building early skills.
Follow your child's pace
Watching counts. Taking a break counts. Joining in differently counts. Children are given space to warm up, explore, and participate in ways that work for them.
