
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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