Dance Classes for Ages 3-6
Since 1994, beginners have been our specialty! At FVDM we have earned a reputation for our OUTSTANDING EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS and are Connecticut’s first and only licensed Leap N Learn certified studio!
Beyond their degree, certifications and personal experience, our teachers have over 16 hours of specialized training and have taken several tests along the way to earn their Leap N Learn Certification. They are also observed and evaluated in an early childhood classroom, teaching children to ensure complete understanding and mastery of the Leap N Learn Curriculum. This outstanding program will enhance your dancer’s experience and will nurture the whole child.
WHAT’S SO GREAT ABOUT LEAP N LEARN?
Leap 'N Learn is specifically designed to teach students to dance at their current level of mental, physical, emotional, and cognitive development. It gives children a strong foundation in dance while keeping the movement at the child's level. This way the dancers are always having fun and mastering new skills, while using their imagination to build confidence along the way.
Capitalizing on the naturally occurring cognitive and neural development of children, this syllabus provides the tools and knowledge necessary for the creation of a successful learning environment. Through this program, students will acquire necessary motor, cognitive, and social skills beneficial for later life roles, including that of a growing dancer.
The program also helps children learn the basics of classroom behavior and manners, which include learning how to take turns, following another dancer or leading the way, waiting patiently, working together with others, and having a positive attitude. Concepts are explored throughout the year such as classroom etiquette, musical awareness, relationships to the working space and the stage, expressing emotion through movement, and pantomime.
How It Works - Summer Session
How Summer Classes Work
Session Dates
- Summer classes run July 6 – August 21
- No classes the week of August 3–7
- 6 total weeks of classes
- No on stage performance
Tuition & Registration
- Tuition and the $40 registration fee are due at registration
Refund Policy
- Session-based classes such as summer programs are non-refundable once registered
Dancewear & Shoes
- Required dance wear and shoes are available in our FVDM Boutique
- Inventory is limited, so we recommend getting sized and ordering as soon as possible
- Shoe orders typically arrive within one week
Age Requirements
- Dancers must meet the minimum age requirement by the start of the class
Attendance & Vacations
- Summer classes are session-based and not prorated, even if a dancer misses for vacation
How It Works - Regular Season (with On Stage Spring Performance)
How the Regular Season Works
Season Dates
- Our Regular Season begins in September and concludes with our Spring Performance in early June
- Dance classes meet once per week
- Holiday breaks and studio closures are listed on our Studio Calendar
- Season wraps up with our Main Stage Performance in the spring.
Registration & Deposit
- A 10% tuition deposit and yearly, non-refundable registration fee of $40 are due at registration
Tuition
- Tuition for 45–50 minute classes is $940 for the year
- Tuition is paid in monthly installments of $94
- Automatic payments are processed on the 1st of the month beginning September 1 and ending May 1
Dancewear & Shoes
- Required dance uniforms and shoes are available in our FVDM Boutique
- Inventory is limited, so we recommend getting sized and ordering as early as possible
- Shoe orders typically arrive within 7–10 days
Age Requirements
- Dancers must meet the minimum age requirement by December 31
How it Works - Fall Session (Half-year with On Stage Winter Performance)
How the Fall Session Works
Season Dates
- Our Regular Season begins in September and concludes with our Winter Performance in December
- Dance classes meet once per week
- Holiday breaks and studio closures are listed on our Studio Calendar
Registration & Deposit
- A 10% tuition deposit and yearly, non-refundable registration fee of $40 are due at registration
Tuition
- Tuition for 45–50 minute classes is $470 for the session
- Tuition is paid in monthly installments of $94
- Automatic payments are processed on the 1st of the month beginning September 1 and ending November 1
Dancewear & Shoes
- Required dance uniforms and shoes are available in our FVDM Boutique
- Inventory is limited, so we recommend getting sized and ordering as early as possible
- Shoe orders typically arrive within 7–10 days
Age Requirements
- Dancers must meet the minimum age requirement by December 31
How it Works - Spring Session (Half Year with On Stage Spring Performance)
How the Spring Session Works
Session Dates
- The 2026 Spring Session begins in January and concludes with our Spring Performance in June
- Dance classes meet once per week
- Holiday breaks and studio closures are listed on our Studio Calendar
Registration & Deposit
- A $94 tuition deposit and yearly, non-refundable registration fee of $40 are due at registration
Tuition
- Tuition for 45–50 minute classes is $564 for the session
- Tuition is paid in monthly installments of $94
- Automatic payments are processed on the 1st of the month beginning January 1 and ending May 1
Dancewear & Shoes
- Required dance uniforms and shoes are available in our FVDM Boutique
- We have limited shoe sizes in stock, so we recommend getting sized and ordering as early as possible
- Shoe orders typically arrive within 7–10 days
Age Requirements
- Dancers must meet the minimum age requirement by March 1
