Find the Perfect Class for Your Dancer’s Age

At The Collective TN, our programs are thoughtfully designed to meet your child where they are — developmentally, socially, and creatively. Whether they’re taking their very first steps into the studio or growing into a confident teen performer, we have age-appropriate classes that inspire joy, build technique, and nurture every dancer’s unique journey.

Classes by Age Group

  • Ages 2–3: Little Movers (Parent & Tot or Intro Combo)

    Play. Bond. Move.

    Our youngest dancers build confidence and coordination in a nurturing, music-filled setting. With guidance from both parent and teacher, these classes introduce rhythm, basic motor skills, and classroom routines — all through imaginative play.

    What’s Included:

    Simple ballet and creative movement

    Music-based rhythm games

    Gross motor skill development

    Focus on listening and following

    Class Length: 30 minutes

    Parent Participation: Yes

    Potty Trained Required? No

  • Ages 4–5: Mini Combo Classes

    Confidence Begins Here.

    Designed for our preschool and kindergarten-aged dancers, these combo classes build on fundamentals with structure and fun. Dancers explore multiple styles in one class while learning classroom independence and basic technique.

    What’s Included:

    Ballet + Tap (or Jazz)

    Class structure and etiquette

    Memory, coordination, and rhythm skills

    Creative expression

    Class Length: 45–60 minutes

    Potty Trained Required: Yes

    Parent Drop-Off: Yes

  • Ages 6–8: Foundation Classes

    Exploration Through Movement.

    This is where dancers begin to identify their interests and develop strong foundational technique. Classes are now style-specific (ballet, jazz, hip-hop, etc.) with clear progressions and room to explore.

    What’s Included:

    Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, Acro options

    Age-based levels for beginners and returners

    Friendly structure with warmups, technique, and combos

    Positive reinforcement and confidence-building

    Class Length: 45–60 minutes

    Multiple Classes Welcome: Yes

  • Ages 9–12: Progression & Purpose

    Growth On and Off the Floor.

    Dancers in this age group refine their technique, begin learning choreography retention, and develop musicality and performance presence. Whether they’re beginners or returners, this is where the magic deepens.

    What’s Included:

    Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, Tap, Hip-Hop, Acro

    Technique-based classes with choreography

    Team-building and personal growth

    Optional audition pathways for performance team

    Class Length: 60 minutes

    Placement Options: Teacher-guided

  • Ages 13+: Teen Classes

    Expression, Strength, and Confidence.

    Whether your teen has danced for years or is just starting out, our teen program meets them where they are — with classes that challenge, inspire, and connect them to a community of creatives.

    What’s Included:

    Beginner and intermediate/advanced levels

    Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Ballet, Acro

    Technique + choreography classes

    Emphasis on individuality, growth, and passion

    Great For:

    Former dancers looking to return

    New beginners seeking fun and confidence

    Teens exploring creative outlets