Level 1 Ballet Lesson Plan 1.2 (Ages 5–7)
Designed for young dancers ages 5–7, this Level 1 ballet lesson plan reinforces foundational ballet technique while introducing new challenges that encourage coordination, balance, and confidence.
This ready-to-teach 1-hour class features a unique coupé, fondu, and passé combination that helps students develop greater body awareness and control, along with a fun jump combination designed to keep dancers engaged while building strength and musicality.
Full warm-up
Barre exercises
Center floor exercises
Across-the-floor progressions
Music suggestions for each exercise
Teacher notes, teaching tips, and classroom insights
Unique coupé, fondu, and passé combination
Engaging jump combination for young dancers
Age-appropriate exercises that reinforce ballet fundamentals
Structured class progression that supports technical development and student success
This lesson plan can be used independently or alongside other Level 1 lesson plans to provide fresh class material throughout the season.
BONUS: Includes more than one hour of content, allowing you to expand the material over multiple classes or weeks.
Level 1 Ballet Lesson Plan 1.2 (Ages 5–7)
Designed for young dancers ages 5–7, this Level 1 ballet lesson plan reinforces foundational ballet technique while introducing new challenges that encourage coordination, balance, and confidence.
This ready-to-teach 1-hour class features a unique coupé, fondu, and passé combination that helps students develop greater body awareness and control, along with a fun jump combination designed to keep dancers engaged while building strength and musicality.
Full warm-up
Barre exercises
Center floor exercises
Across-the-floor progressions
Music suggestions for each exercise
Teacher notes, teaching tips, and classroom insights
Unique coupé, fondu, and passé combination
Engaging jump combination for young dancers
Age-appropriate exercises that reinforce ballet fundamentals
Structured class progression that supports technical development and student success
This lesson plan can be used independently or alongside other Level 1 lesson plans to provide fresh class material throughout the season.
BONUS: Includes more than one hour of content, allowing you to expand the material over multiple classes or weeks.