Children learn at different rates and there are big differences between the developmental landmarks of a three, four and five year old. A good preschool dance program separates these ages to provide a quality, developmentally appropriate learning experience. It’s also important to know that while one student may enter class with advanced physical skills for […]

How do we make sure your child’s Rive Oaks Dance experience is positive, stress-free and filled with memorable moments that will last them a lifetime? Getting the dancers ready to take the stage is a process. Little by little, we introduce skills and concepts they need to bing their dance class to life on the big […]

Have you been stuck at home too long? Did you know that River Oaks Dance’s ballet class can be a wonderful place for children to understand their relationship with others in and outside of dance class? One of our favorite monthly objectives in our dance classes is “Relationships.” And, February is a perfect month to […]

Musical awareness in a ballet class is an excellent way to get our bodies and brains activated. Music training should be worked on throughout the lifetime of a dancer. That’s why we introduce it early on and continually build these skills. Better counting and listening leads to better dancing. But that’s just the start of what we do and why […]

New experiences aren’t always easy. Especially when it comes to being away from your favorite person. Kids cry, moms cry. We know. We’ve been there, on both sides, many times. And it’s completely normal! While separation anxiety is more common in toddler ballet class, it can occur with older students as well. Below are some […]

Dance with imagination! We’re so happy to have the kids back in dance class! We’re ready for lots of learning and fun. No ballet class would be complete without lots of pretend play! We infuse all of our lessons with pretend play! It’s how children learn. Pretend play is at the core of our early childhood […]

We’re taking all the precautions for happy, healthy dancing in all of our classes. Your child’s safety in our care is our top priority. Please review Our Guide to Happy, Healthy Dancing in the PDF for classes at Houston Country Club or at the Studio as each location has different procedures. We will notify you […]

Our Fall 2020 ballet semester is almost here and we’re excited to welcome you back to dance class! Reduced class sizes and a strict sanitization plan are in place to keep your dancers safe and healthy. Children’s ballet and hip-hop classes are being offered at St. John the Divine and Houston Country Club this semester […]

Our summer ballet camp registration is now OPEN! We are offering four dance camps this summer at St. John the Divine starting at 3 years old and up to 7! Swan Lake, Cinderella, Moana and Princesses are all part of the fun! Space is limited.  Students must be the required age by June 1.  See flyer […]

Moms, Dads, Grandma, Aunt, Nannies, are all invited to join the toddler in their life for our 10 week Little Leapers Grown Up + Me movement class at St. John the Divine. We’ll explore your little one’s world through the park, at the zoo, in the garden, at the circus and through outer space with […]