Level 1 Ballet Lesson Plan 1.4 (Ages 5–7)
Designed for young dancers ages 5–7, this Level 1 ballet lesson plan reinforces foundational ballet technique while encouraging greater coordination, body awareness, and movement quality.
This ready-to-teach 1-hour class helps students connect familiar ballet concepts in new ways through thoughtfully structured exercises and combinations. Dancers are introduced to the concept of weight changes within dégagés and explore a coordinated fondu and rond de jambe combination that supports balance, control, 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
Introduction to weight changes within dégagé exercises
Coordinated fondu and rond de jambe combination
Age-appropriate exercises that reinforce technique and movement quality
Structured class progression designed to build confidence and consistency
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 1.4 (Ages 5–7)
Designed for young dancers ages 5–7, this Level 1 ballet lesson plan reinforces foundational ballet technique while encouraging greater coordination, body awareness, and movement quality.
This ready-to-teach 1-hour class helps students connect familiar ballet concepts in new ways through thoughtfully structured exercises and combinations. Dancers are introduced to the concept of weight changes within dégagés and explore a coordinated fondu and rond de jambe combination that supports balance, control, 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
Introduction to weight changes within dégagé exercises
Coordinated fondu and rond de jambe combination
Age-appropriate exercises that reinforce technique and movement quality
Structured class progression designed to build confidence and consistency
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.