Dance Classes for Early Years

At Gumnut Dance, we make the start to every dance story magical. Our Early Years classes offer a gentle, welcoming introduction to movement, creativity, and community. With a parent or carer by their side, little dancers explore their imagination and discover the delight of dancing together.

Ages 3 to 4 yrs.

Spinning
Gumnuts

This class offers a playful blend of movement, music, and imagination, gently building foundational dance skills through creative play and simple ballet-inspired steps. While dancers begin to explore more on their own, a parent or carer still participates, making this the perfect bridge between fully supported and independent learning.

For children aged 2 to 3.5yrs
Each term brings a new, fun theme, helping your child learn about the world around them through dance.
With a parent or carer joining in, little dancers feel supported and secure as they explore and learn together.

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Mini Dance Classes

For children aged 3 to 5 our mini classes are where dancers begin their journey on their own. With gentle guidance from our caring teachers, children explore rhythm, movement, and imagination in a supportive class environment, building independence, coordination, and confidence from the very start.

Ages 3.5 to 5 yrs.

Rainbow Gumnuts

Inspire imagination and independence through music, movement, and playful themes. Our mixed genre Rainbow classes include ballet, jazz, and contemporary.

Ballet

Combines elegant and precise movements with storytelling and classical music. It emphasises technique, poise, and artistry.

Tap

Perfect for little movers who love to dance, stomp, and make some noise! Tap builds rhythm, confidence, and coordination through fun, expressive movement

Class Essentials to
Get You Ready

Everything you need in one place, from what to wear to when to arrive. We’ve got you covered to make your child’s first class a breeze.

Class Schedule

View our up-to-date timetable to find the best time of class.

Dress Code

Check our easy guidelines on what to wear for each age group, from preschoolers to teens.

Fees and Payments

Learn about term fees, trial class options, and how to make payments with ease.

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A Little Prep Can Go a
Long Way

We know the first class for young dancers can be a big step, so we’ve created a checklist to help you and your child feel prepared, calm, and confident from the start.

Dress them in the required attire, with long hair tied back
Show them photos and videos from our Facebook and Instagram pages and website
Ensure your child has eaten before class and has had a drink of water
Ensure your child has been to the bathroom before class
Store all your dance equipment in the one bag
Let your child know that Gumnut Dance can’t wait to meet them!