Little Mermaid Ballet (Disney Princess Dance Series)
This one-time, beginner ballet class featuring Princess Ariel is perfect for every kind of princess with Little Mermaid themed music and activities every little dancer will love!
Miss Zoë
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(443)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Help your little princess build strength, grace, and confidence in this engaging beginner ballet class based on Disney's The Little Mermaid. Dancers of all skill levels and experience are invited to join in this exciting one-time class. Sign up now, and watch as your princess learns to shine their brightest! ★Get 20% your first class by using the code HICKEYNEW22 when you enroll.★ Class Breakdown: • Warm Up - Exercise your body and imagination with guided stretches and a creative movement exercises geared towards flexibility, locomotion, and expression. This section will use guided instruction and themed activities to get dancers engaged with class instruction and ready to move. Dancers will only need enough space to stretch and move around for this section. • Classical Ballet Class - Practice beginner ballet steps with music from Disney's The Little Mermaid. This section uses mirroring, free movement, and guided instruction to engage dancers with foundational ballet skills. Dancers will only need enough space to stretch and move around for this section. • Creative Movement - Finally, Dancers will build creative skills and engage with movement with Mermaid themed games and activities. This section will include a short video from the beloved film, and end with a freestyle dance party and a round of applause for the class. Learner Engagement Time for sharing will be provided at the beginning of each class, and again at the end, if time allows. Dancers will be able to speak freely throughout each class; however, extraneous chatter will not be encouraged. Engagement is not required for this class. All learners are encouraged to participate at whatever level they are able and most comfortable. Video and audio will not be required; however, all students will be required to check in via video at least once per Outschool safety policy. The mute feature will be used if necessary to provide the best sound quality for all students. Dancers should be familiar with using this feature or have an adult nearby to help. For more information on class expectations, please review Miss Zoë's classroom policies, located on her teacher profile, or send her a message. Meet the Teacher Hello friends! My name is Miss Zoë! I am a dance and movement teacher from the US with a lot of energy and a positive attitude. I have a bachelor’s degree from The University of North Carolina and four years of in-person preschool teaching experience. I have also worked professionally as a youth dance, ballet, and gymnastics instructor. I have formal dance training and collegiate athletic experience, as well as child development training. For more information visit my teacher profile, or send me a message.
Learning Goals
Specific goals for this class include: learning basic ballet terminology; developing foundational ballet technique, posture, and movements; mastering gross motor skills including animal actions; learning to express simple feelings and ideas through movement; learn to identify basic rhythms and tempos; and improving self-awareness as well as self-confidence.
Benefits of Childhood Dance:
Did you know that active children are proven to have better brain function and mental health as adults? Studies have shown that dance can have many far-reaching benefits for child development. Physical benefits of dance include: improved coordination and motor skills; increased strength and flexibility; and expanded body awareness. Mental benefits include: better listening skills; enhanced memory; enriched creativity; strengthened problem solving skills; and increased concentration. Social/ Emotional benefits include: increased self-confidence; improved emotional awareness and empathy; better communication; strengthened community; enhanced improvisation and perseverance skills; and better body image.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental guidance is not required for this class; however, parents should be advised that physical activities such as dance can cause injury. Please make sure students have appropriate space and attire to ensure safety during class instruction. Younger learners may need help navigating the ZOOM platform. Please familiarize your learner with the mute/ unmute feature if you are unable to assist them during class time.
Supply List
No ballet equipment or attire is required for this class. Dancers should have enough space to stretch and move comfortably, comfortable attire for dancing, and a beverage to stay hydrated during class. For specific questions, send Miss Zoë a message.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Miss Zoë is a dance and movement teacher from the US with a bachelor’s degree from The University of North Carolina, child development and early childhood education training, formal dance training, and collegiate athletic experience. She has four years of in-person, preschool teaching experience, as well as a professional background in dance, ballet, and gymnastics instruction. For more information check out her teacher profile, or send her a message!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$11
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 3-7
1-6 learners per class
