Beginner Dance Classes

Our introductory classes in Matthews, NC teach children the fundamentals of dance

Havilah Dance Company offers a range of introductory classes for students ages 2 through 10 years old who desire to learn the fundamentals of dance. Beginner classes are for the dancer with a year or less of experience, or for those who are looking to brush up on the basics. Classes are 45-minutes of age-appropriate training and are the perfect way to jumpstart a students' journey in dance!

Fall 2026-27 Core Curriculum

Grown-up and Me (Ages 10-24 Months) Saturdays

Grown-up and Me is the perfect introduction to music and movement for your young toddler! Both children and grown-ups participate in a variety of songs and movement activities that promote early rhythm and creative movement skills. Dance attire is not required, but comfortable clothes and tennis shoes are recommended. Classes are held Saturdays from 8:45-9:15am. No recital performance.

Tiny Tot (Ages 2-3) Thursdays

Tiny Tot is the ideal introduction to dance and the dance studio classroom for toddlers. Curriculum includes creative movement, pre-ballet and tumbling. The emphasis is on having fun while learning coordination, balance, rhythm and self-confidence. Students learn dance classroom etiquette, such as how to follow directions and take turns. Classes are 45 minutes and are held every Thursday from 3:30-4:15 PM. Leotard, tights and PINK 'Bella' Leather ballet slippers w/out drawstring by SoDanca (style: SD69).

Beginner 100 (Ages 3-5) Thursdays or Saturdays

Beginner 100 is the next level up for our Tiny Tots! It is also the perfect introduction to dance and the dance studio classroom for pre-school aged children. Curriculum includes creative movement, ballet and tumbling. The emphasis is on having fun while learning coordination, balance, rhythm and self-confidence. Students learn dance classroom etiquette, such as how to follow directions and take turns. Classes are 45 minutes and are offered either every Thursday from 4:15-5:00 PM, or every Saturday from 9:15-10:00AM. Leotard, tights and PINK 'Bella' Leather ballet slippers w/out drawstring by SoDanca (style: SD69).

Beginner 101 (Ages 4-6) Wednesdays

Beginner 101 is the next level for Beginner 100 students, or for older preschool through Kindergarten age beginners. This class is the next step after learning the foundational skills in our Tiny Tots and/or Beginner 100 class. Classes include ballet basics, creative movement and rhythm tap. Focus is on terminology, rhythm, coordination, musical counting, body alignment. Students will learn ballet positions, foundational tap skills, and will be introduced to different combinations of steps and musical styles. Classes are 45 minutes and are held on Wednesdays 4:15-5:00pm. Leotard, tights, pink Capezio ballet shoes and Caramel tap shoes (Mary Jane style) are required.

26/27 fees

2026-27 RECREATIONAL PROGRAM PRICING

Monthly Tuition
Tuition is based on the length of the dancer's primary weekly class:

30 minutes - $70/month
45 minutes - $85/month
60 minutes - $95/month
75 minutes - $105/month
90 minutes - $110/month
1 hour 45 minutes - $115/month
2 hours - $125/month

Additional Classes: $25 per additional class, per month. The longest class is calculated first at the regular tuition rate.

TUITION DISCOUNTS

ACH Auto-Draft: $10 off total monthly family tuition
Sibling Discount: 20% off tuition
Boys Discount: 50% off tuition

TUITION & PAYMENT POLICY

For the 2026-27 dance season, tuition is based on a 10.5-month season for both Recreational and Company dancers, Tuition runs through June 2027.
Tuition is due on the 1st of each month and must be set up for automatic payment through the HDC Parent Portal beginning September 1, 2026. Monthly tuition will be processed between the 1st and 10th of each month using the credit card, debit card, or bank/ACH account designated for automatic payment in the Parent Portal.
Families enrolled in automatic tuition payments by bank account draft/ACH will receive a $10 monthly tuition discount.
A $22 late fee will be applied to accounts with unpaid tuition after the 10th of the month and will continue to be assessed each month until the account is brought current.
A $35 fee will be charged for any returned payment, including NSF checks or unsuccessful electronic payments.
Monthly tuition is based on the full season and does not change due to absences, holidays, studio closures already built into the season calendar, or the number of class meetings in a particular month.

REGISTRATION FEE & RECITAL FEES

Registration Fee: $55 for one dancer OR $70 per family, annually.
Recital Costume Fee: Generally estimated between $80-$150 per costume.
Recital Participation Fee: Generally estimated between $185-$225 per dancer OR $215-$250 per family, depending on the season and applicable recital structure. Final amounts and due dates will be communicated during the season.
Participation in HDC's year-end recital is an important part of the season for dancers enrolled in recital-participating classes.
Classes specifically marked "No Recital Performance" do not participate in the recital unless otherwise communicated by the instructor/directors.
Recital fees help to cover all of the costs involved in presenting a professional production that all of our students and families can be very proud of! This fee includes but is not limited to: tickets to the show, recital t-shirt for the student(s), family program, award for the student(s), auditorium rental for dress rehearsal and the show, professional stage props and equipment, clean up crew, and a sound and lighting team who work backstage.