Primary: Ballet Vol. II
Sample Video
Primary: Ballet Vol. II Sample/Full Video Description
From Tiny Turns to Real Technique—Preschool Ballet Just Got an Upgrade!
Preschool ballet doesn’t have to mean chaos in pink tights. DTCE’s Primary for Tots: Ballet Vol. II is your stress-free follow-up to Vol. I—and the perfect prep tool for DTCE’s Traditional Ballet Levels 1–4. Designed for dancers ages 3–6, this next-level curriculum keeps the magic of preschool alive while laying the groundwork for true technique.
You’ll guide young dancers through animated center combos, across-the-floor sequences, and barre-inspired basics, all while reinforcing classroom skills like focus, discipline, and musicality. It’s real ballet with preschool sparkle—and it works.
Key Features of DTCE’s Ballet Vol. II for Preschoolers
✔ 52+ Preschool Ballet Skills bridging creative movement and real technique
✔ 2+ Syllabus Guides with structured progressions for ages 3–6
✔ 1.25+ Hours of Expert Instruction with visual demos and real-time guidance
✔ Center + Across-the-Floor Combos that feel more like fun than drills
Teach the Next Step in Preschool Ballet Progression
✔ Sticky Feet, Turtle & Giraffe, Yes & No, and Flip Flop Hands – Introduce creative movement with purpose
✔ Demi Plié, Tendu, Piqué, and Relevé – Establish strong ballet basics with proper form
✔ Positions 1–5, Petit Jeté, Arabesque, and Three-Step Turn – Reinforce alignment, balance & posture
✔ Marches & Skips, Escalator Runs, Polka Step, and Ice Skating – Build coordination & directional movement
✔ Clapping Game, Stomping Feet, and London Bridge – Strengthen timing, listening, and class engagement
Why It Works for Dance Teachers
This isn’t random movement. It’s a progression-based preschool ballet system that bridges the gap between creative play and classical form. Whether you’re teaching in a school, studio, or combo setting, this course helps you keep dancers engaged, focused, and steadily improving.
Meet Your Instructor – Sofia Arencibia
This course is taught by Sofia Arencibia, Artistic Director of Artistic Dance Center and founder of Movement Miami. A celebrated dancer and educator, Sofia has performed lead roles in Swan Lake, Don Quixote, The Nutcracker, and more. She is a Youth America Grand Prix finalist and a passionate advocate for early ballet education.
Sofia brings Kimberly Beck Thomson’s curriculum to life on screen with thoughtful guidance, clear instruction, and performance quality that captivates young learners. This collaboration offers the best of both worlds: a proven curriculum designed by a preschool expert, delivered by a classically trained ballet educator with a natural gift for teaching tots.
Take the Guesswork Out of Preschool Ballet—Keep the Magic, Ditch the Mayhem
DTCE’s Primary for Tots: Ballet Vol. II gives you the structure you crave and the sparkle your preschoolers love. No more last-minute lesson planning or chaotic classes—just clear progressions, creative movement, and real ballet basics taught the right way.
Bring calm, confidence, and consistency to your preschool ballet program—without losing the fun!
Bring calm, confidence, and consistency to your preschool ballet program—without losing the fun!
Syllabus
Primary: Ballet Vol. II Syllabus Description
The Teacher Training Curriculum Preschool Dance Teachers Count On to Keep Preschool Ballet Fun, Focused & On Track
Preschool ballet doesn’t have to mean chaos in pink tights. DTCE’s Primary for Tots: Ballet Vol. II is your stress-free sequel to Vol. I—and the perfect prep for Traditional Ballet Levels 1–4. Created for ages 3–6, this structured, animated curriculum turns early ballet chaos into classroom magic, combining technique and fun in a way that actually works. Set in an animated setting with fun-filled exercises, it's great to screen-share with students for online learning.
If you’re a dance teacher who wants to build strong dancers while keeping their attention, this is your new best friend. You’ll guide little ones through creative center combos, across-the-floor sequences, and preschool-friendly barre, while reinforcing essential class habits like discipline, focus, listening, and taking turns—all the structure you need to keep learning on track (and your sanity intact).
With 52+ imaginative ballet skills, 2+ structured syllabus guides, and 1.25+ hours of expert-led instruction, you’ll teach alignment, posture, musicality, and coordination in a format made to hold short attention spans—with no fluff, no filler, and zero guesswork.
Best of all? It’s the perfect stepping stone to DTCE’s Ballet Full Course Series, featuring 140+ exercises and 12+ hours of training to take your dancers from preschool pliés to pre-pro placement with clarity, confidence, and consistency.
Key Features of DTCE’s Primary for Tots: Ballet Vol. II
✔ 52+ Preschool Ballet Skills, 2+ Syllabus, 1.25+ Hours of Tutorials
✔ Step-by-Step Breakdown with Teaching Tips for Preschoolers
✔ Progression-Based Class Plans for Musicality, Coordination & Movement
✔ Designed for Fun, Structured Training in Early Ballet Education
Why DTCE’s Matching Syllabus is Essential for Success
DTCE’s tutorial videos + matching syllabus are designed to work hand in hand, providing teachers with a clear, structured progression that eliminates guesswork. Unlike traditional written notes, this syllabus isn’t just a reference—it’s a step-by-step roadmap that ensures teachers know exactly when and how to introduce each movement. This keeps students on track while building skills in a logical, progressive order. With this done-for-you structure, educators can focus on hands-on corrections and technique refinement instead of lesson planning. A strong syllabus ensures structured training and prevents technique gaps. With this progression-based system, dancers develop skills in the correct order, never skipping essential steps or jumping ahead too soon. This approach eliminates common mistakes and reinforces proper technique at every level.
How Our Syllabus Works
✔ Terminology-Based Reference – A structured list of skills and drills for each level
✔ Matches Tutorial Videos – Watch the videos for breakdowns and demonstrations
✔ Clear Skill Progressions – Guides teachers in the proper sequencing of movement development
✔ Saves Time on Lesson Planning – No need to create content from scratch
Who Is It For?
Perfect for dance teachers, studio owners, private studios, school programs, and competitive teams, this done-for-you, comprehensive syllabus provides educators with a structured tool to guide students effectively while making lesson planning more efficient.
The DTCE Advantage
With 95+ teacher training courses, 4,000+ tutorial videos, and 900+ matching syllabus, Dance: The Cutting Edge (DTCE) is the go-to platform for dance educators who want to save time, reduce burnout, and deliver age-appropriate, performance-ready training at every level.
Best Add-On Courses for Your Preschool Stars – Shop Now!
✔ Primary: Tap Vol. I – 30+ beginner tap steps that develop rhythm, musicality & control
✔ Primary: Tumbling Vol. I – 40+ preschool tumbling skills to build strength & spatial awareness
✔ Preschool: Hip Hop Vol. I – 35+ confidence-building combos for high-energy littles
✔ Ballet Series – 140+ exercises & 12+ hrs. of tutorials on placement, alignment, and posture
✔ Choreo Series – 16+ routines & 5.5+ hrs. across all styles, including multi-angle footage for preschool combo classes
✔ Warm-Up Series – 170+ exercises to prep little bodies safely and effectively before class
Build Big Dreams from Little Ballet Steps
Give your youngest dancers the playful structure they crave—and the technical foundation they need. Start training smarter with DTCE’s Primary for Tots: Ballet Vol. II and turn every plié and port de bras into progress they’ll be proud of!
Start small, dream big—add DTCE’s Primary for Tots: Ballet Vol. II to your studio and set the stage for confident, class-ready ballerinas!
