Dance Classes for Ages 5-9 in Biddeford, ME
Helping your child build confidence, friendships, and strong dance foundations through fun, encouraging classes designed for elementary-aged dancers.
A Place to Learn, Grow, and Shine
Elementary school is an exciting time for children to discover new interests, build lasting friendships, and develop confidence in themselves.
At Dance With ME, our classes for ages 5-9 combine quality dance instruction with a supportive, encouraging environment where every dancer can thrive. Whether your child is trying dance for the first time or is ready to explore new styles, we’ll help them grow both as a dancer and as a person.
Families from Bideford, Saco, OOB, Arundel, Dayton, Kennebunk, and surrounding Southern Maine communities trust Dance With ME to provide a positive dance experience focused on confidence, kindness, and growth.
Why Dance is Great for Elementary-Aged Children
Build Confidence
Students gain confidence by mastering new skills and performing for family and friends.
Develop Friendships
Dance creates lifelong friendships through teamwork and shared experiences.
Learn Commitment
Dance teaches responsibility, perseverance, and goal-setting that carry over into everyday life.
Stay Active
Classes improve strength, flexibility, coordination, and overall fitness in a fun way.
Find the Perfect Class for Your Dancer
Ballet I (Ages 5-7)
Every great dancer starts with a strong foundation!
Ballet I introduces young dancers to proper technique, posture, balance, flexibility, and musicality in a fun and encouraging environment. Through creative exercises and age-appropriate instruction, dancers build confidence while developing skills that benefit every style of dance.
Perfect for:
First-time ballet dancers
Children who love graceful movement
Building coordination and confidence
Developing a strong dance foundation
Acrobatics I (Ages 6-9)
Perfect for active kids!
Acrobatics combines strength, flexibility, balance, and tumbling in a safe, progressive learning environment. Dancers work on skills such as rolls, bridges, cartwheels, and handstands while building confidence one achievement at a time.
Perfect for:
Kids who love to tumble
Building strength and flexibility
Improving coordination and balance
Active children who enjoy movement
Jazz I (Ages 5-7)
Jazz is energetic, expressive, and full of fun!
Dancers learn beginner jazz technique, flexibility, coordination, and performance skills through upbeat music and exciting choreography. Every class encourages confidence while helping dancers develop rhythm and style.
Perfect for:
Kids who love energetic movement
Building flexibility and confidence
Learning exciting choreography
Beginner dancers looking for a fun challenge
Jazz/Tap (Ages 7-10)
Can’t choose just one style?
This exciting combination class allows dancers to experience both! Students build rhythm, coordination, musicality, and versatility while exploring two of the most popular dance styles in one class.
Perfect for:
Dancers who enjoy variety
Learning multiple dance styles
Building rhythm and coordination
Children interested in performance
Mini Company (Ages 4-8)
For dancers who are ready for even more opportunities to perform, grow, and be part of a team, Mini Company offers an exciting next step.
Dancers receive additional performance opportunities while developing confidence, teamwork, and friendships in a positive, encouraging environment.
Our Mini Company focuses on helping young dancers grow at their own pace while creating unforgettable memories both inside and outside the studio
Hip Hop I (Ages 6-9)
High-energy classes designed for dancers who love to move!
Hip Hop is perfect for dancers who love upbeat music and high-energy movement! Students build rhythm, coordination, musicality, and confidence while learning age-appropriate hip-hop technique in a fun and supportive atmosphere.
Perfect for:
Kids with lots of energy
Children who enjoy today’s music
Building confidence and rhythm
Beginner and returning dancers
Musical Theater (Ages 7-10)
For dancers who love to sing, act, and perform!
If your child loves to sing, dance, act, and simply perform, Musical Theater is the perfect place to shine! Dancers learn expressive choreography, storytelling, stage presence, and character development while performing to songs from popular Broadway musicals.
Perfect for:
Future performers
Kids with big personalities
Building stage confidence
Children who love acting and storytelling
Perfect for:
Dancers who love performing
Families looking for additional opportunities
Children who enjoy being part of a team
Dancers excited to continue growing their skills
Not Sure Which Class is Right?
Choose Ballet if your child enjoys graceful movement, storytelling, and learning strong technique
Choose Jazz if your child is energetic, expressive, and loves upbeat music and performing
Choose Hip Hop if your child can’t stop dancing around the house and enjoys high-energy movement
Choose Acrobatics if your child is always climbing, tumbling, cartwheeling, or loves gymnastics
Choose Musical Theater if your child enjoys acting, singing, pretending, and being on stage
Choose Jazz/Tap if your child loves variety and wants to experience two different styles in one class
Choose Mini Company if your dancer is eager for additional performance opportunities and enjoys being part of a close-knit team
Still unsure? We’d love to help! Contact us or schedule a free trial, and we’ll recommend the class that’s the perfect fit for your child’s personality, interests, and goals.
Every child has a unique personality — and dance should celebrate that! Here’s a quick guide to help you choose the best place to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at all! Many of our students begin dance during elementary school, and our beginner classes are designed to help new dancers feel comfortable and successful.
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Absolutely! Many dancers enjoy trying multiple styles like ballet and hip hop or jazz and acrobatics to discover what they love most.
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Yes! Our dancers have exciting performance opportunities to perform throughout the year, including our annual recital where they can showcase everything they have learned.
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No. Competition is completely optional. We offer both recreational classes and competitive opportunities for dancers who want additional training and performances.
“My daughter did acro last year and now she’s doing both acro and hip hop. She adores her teachers, Miss Megan and Miss Allison. Highly, highly recommend Dance With Me!”
- Katrina Snowman, current familyHelp Your Child Discover Their Passion
Whether your child wants to dance for fun, stay active, or dream big on stage, Dance With ME has a class that’s just right for them.