
Reception
Dance Classes
Our Emerald Dance Foundation programme offers Reception-age children a carefully structured introduction to ballet, tap, modern and creative movement.
Children develop coordination, musicality, confidence and strong foundations for future dance training. Optional Musical Theatre and Street Dance classes provide further opportunities to explore performance and different styles.
Emerald Dance Classes for Reception Children in Hook
Emerald is KBDA’s dance foundation programme for Reception-age children in Hook, Hampshire.
These 60-minute Reception dance classes introduce children to ballet, tap, modern and creative movement. Through a varied and carefully structured programme, children develop coordination, musicality, balance, movement recall and physical confidence.
Children begin to learn dance vocabulary, remember short movement sequences and work both independently and with others. Imaginative activities and creative tasks keep the learning age-appropriate while helping children become more focused, confident and independent.
Emerald provides a strong foundation for children who want to continue with ballet, tap and modern dance, while remaining welcoming to complete beginners. No previous dance experience is required.
An optional Mini Musical Theatre class is also available on Saturday mornings. Children explore singing, acting and dance while developing confidence, communication and performance skills.
Families are invited to Watch Days during the year, offering an opportunity to see what their child has been learning and how they are progressing. Children also receive a certificate upon completing each stage of the KBDA Junior School programme.
Term Dates
Term Dates: Saturday 18th April - Saturday 11th July 2026
Half Term (No Classes): Saturday 23rd May - Sunday 31st May
Bank Holiday (No Classes): Monday 4th May
Additional Closure (No timetabled classes): Thursday 7th May (Polling Day)

