Young Children’s Program
Classes for students ages 3-7 | Enrollment for 2025-26 is now open | Students are placed by age as of August 30, 2025
Little Steps, Big Dreams
Being a child is all about discovery—making new friends, embarking on big adventures, and exploring the world around them. Every day brings fresh opportunities to learn, grow, and express themselves in creative ways.
At the Indianapolis School of Ballet, our Young Children’s Program offers a unique and joyful introduction to music and dance. Designed to enhance strength, coordination, and confidence, this program helps little ones find their rhythm—and their spark.
Playtime Fun with Classroom Structure
Kids come to class for the fun—but parents stay for the growth. Each class is thoughtfully designed to keep children active, engaged, and joyfully moving, all while nurturing the essential life skills they need to thrive both in ballet and beyond. We teach the importance of listening, the value of consistent practice, and how to think creatively.
See Your Child Shine on Stage
Every child deserves their moment in the spotlight! At our annual May We Dance showcase, we give young dancers the opportunity to take the stage and share what they’ve learned. Week after week, your child will grow more confident—not just in their dancing, but in themselves. When the big day comes, they’ll be ready to shine in front of an audience!
Dance With Me
Age 3
Dance With Me is a fun and engaging introduction to movement for three-year-old children accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Through music, rhythm, and playful activities, little ones develop coordination, motor skills, and a love for dance, while bonding with their grown-up in a joyful, supportive environment. No dance experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to move together!
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Dance With Me:
Saturday 9:30-10:15 am -
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Full Year Tuition: $497.25
Registration Fee: $35.00
Please Note: Payment plans are available. Registration fees are non-refundable.
2025-26 Tuition Plans: View/download here
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Girls: Pink leotard, pink/flesh tights, pink/flesh ballet slippers*, and matching chiffon skirt if desired
Boys: Black biker shorts or tights, white T- shirt, white socks, white ballet shoes, beige dance belt (athletic support)
* Tights and shoes should complement each other in either pink or flesh tone as appropriate.
Parents and/or caregivers are welcome to wear anything comfortable for movement. Street shoes are not permitted, but socks or ballet shoes may be worn.
Creative Movement
Ages 4-5
Creative Movement classes nurture each child’s imagination while developing their physical skills through joyful exploration of movement, rhythm, and music. Designed to build strength, coordination, and flexibility, these classes encourage self-expression and creativity in a supportive environment. Students are introduced to the fundamentals of ballet and tap, laying the foundation for future dance training. Family members are welcomed into the studios three times per year to observe classes. Creative Movement students perform in the annual May We Dance spring showcase. Enrollment is for the full school year, running from August through May.
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Creative Movement 4/5 (including tap):
Wednesday 5:30-6:30pmCreative Movement 4/5 (including tap):
Saturday 10:15-11:15am1.0 hours/week
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Full Year Tuition: $663
Registration Fee: $35.00
Please Note: Payment plans are available. Registration fees are non-refundable.
2025-26 Tuition Plans: View/download here
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Girls: Pink leotard, pink/flesh tights, pink/flesh ballet slippers*, black patent tap shoes
Boys: Black biker shorts or tights, white T- shirt, white socks, white ballet shoes, beige dance belt (athletic support), black oxford tap shoes
* Tights and shoes should complement each other in either pink or flesh tone as appropriate.
Pre-Ballet
Ages 6-7
Pre-Ballet classes are designed to introduce young dancers to the fundamentals of classical ballet in a fun, structured environment. Children will learn the basic structure and etiquette of a ballet class while developing essential skills such as posture, footwork, port de bras (arm movements), and simple step combinations. Students are also introduced to ballet terminology and musicality, laying a strong foundation for future training. Each class includes both ballet and tap instruction to enhance coordination and rhythm. Family members are welcomed into the studios three times per year to observe classes. Pre-ballet students perform in the annual May We Dance spring showcase. Enrollment is for the full school year, running from August through May.
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Pre-ballet 6/7 (including tap):
Tuesday 5:30-6:30pmPre-Ballet 6 (including tap):
Saturday 9:00-10:00amPre-Ballet 7 (including tap):
Saturday 10:00-11:00am1.0 hours/week
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Full Year Tuition: $663
Registration Fee: $35.00
Please Note: Payment plans are available. Registration fees are non-refundable.
2025-26 Tuition Plans: View/download here
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Girls: White leotard, pink/flesh tights, pink/flesh ballet slippers*, black patent tap shoes
Boys: Black biker shorts or tights, white T- shirt, white socks, white ballet shoes, and beige dance belt (athletic support), black oxford tap shoes
* Tights and shoes should complement each other in either pink or flesh tone as appropriate.
First Class is Free!
Indianapolis School of Ballet welcomes new students of all ages to try their first class for free.
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YOUTH CLASSES
Ages 3 – 18
From August through January, try one of the School’s classes free of charge. In addition to ballet, we offer classes in tap, jazz, and more. All experience levels are welcome.
Interested participants are welcome to contact the School using the link below to schedule your free trial/placement class.
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ADULT/OPEN CLASSES
Ages 13 and up
Join us for a complimentary Adult/Open Class.
Simply create a Studio Director account and register for the class you are interested in and the free class will automatically be added!
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ISB STUDENTS
Currently enrolled students
Current students are encouraged to explore a new dance discipline with a free single-session class in a program elective.
Interested participants are invited to reach out to the School to schedule your free class.