Preschool Dance
Mathis Dance Studios is an official location of READY SET DANCE - our team are winners of multiple awards for excellence in early childhood dance education.
MATHIS DANCE STUDIOS
We are a READY SET DANCE Premium Partner
As an official Premium Ready Set Dance Partner, our preschool programmes are specifically designed to build the foundational movement skills that prepare children for their dance journey. Our award-winning programmes focus on age-appropriate development through the proven Ready Set methodology, creating confident movers who are ready to progress into structured dance training.
Why READY SET DANCE Methodology?
- Internationally recognised early childhood dance programs
- Developmentally appropriate activities for each age group
- Focus on creativity, coordination, and confidence building
- Perfect preparation for future dance training
- Multiple award recognition for teaching excellence
PROGRAMS
Our Preschool Dance Programs
READY SET DANCE
Ready Set Dance is a combination class that includes Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Singing, and a whole lot of fun!
Each class is based around developing the “3 C’s” - Creativity, Co-ordination & Confidence.
READY SET MOVE
Ready Set Move is a creative movement and music class for toddlers and their grown up to enjoy together at weekly classes.
Each class incorporates the “3 E’s” - Engagement, exploration and expression!
READY SET BALLET
Ready Set Ballet is the perfect introduction for boys & girls, that builds the fundamentals of ballet while exploring body awareness, coordination, and creativity! With music specifically designed to engage the minds of your little ones.
READY SET ACRO
Ready Set Acro is a collaborative acrobatic program developed with Acrobatic Arts.
Watch your child develop strength and body control as they learn how to roll, cartwheel, handstand & more!
PROGRAMS
Why choose our Preschool Dance programs?
Physical development
- Build muscle strength, control and balance
- Develop coordination and achieve key developmental milestones like skipping
- Improve flexibility and body awareness through age-appropriate movement
Social and emotional growth
- Foster creativity, coordination and confidence through the READY SET DANCE methodology
- Encourage self-expression and imagination through dance
- Build lasting friendships in a supportive group environment
Cognitive development
- Develop rhythm, dynamics and tempo understanding
- Learn fundamental dance terminology and concepts through imaginative play
- Enhance listening skills and following instructions through structured activities
READY SET MOVE
Age
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12-months (walking) to 3 years (pre-kinder)
Class length
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40 minutes
Uniform
– 'RSM' T-Shirt
READY SET MOVE is a creative movement and music class for toddlers and their grown up to enjoy together at weekly classes. Each class incorporates the “3 E’s” - Engagement, exploration and expression!
- Engage in a playful exploration of music, nursery rhymes, lap play and parachute fun.
- Explore a circuit around the room with obstacles like stepping stones, tunnels and sensory activities designed to encourage investigation.
- Express with free dance movement which develops creativity using instruments, feathers and bubbles.
Perfect for mother’s groups, parents, grandparents & guardians.
READY SET DANCE
Age
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3-5 years (3 & 4 year old Kinder)
Class length
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60 minutes
Uniform
– 'RSD' Tutu Dress
or 'RSD’ T-Shirt
READY SET DANCE
is a combo class that includes
Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Singing, and a whole lot of
fun! Each class is based around developing the “3 C’s” - Creativity, Co-ordination & Confidence, as students dance along to original music as seen on NICK JNR. & 10SHAKE.
- Jazz - Build muscle strength, control and balance and achieve coordination milestones like skipping!
- Hip Hop - Bust out some ice cold moves just like Freeze with preschool friendly funky moves.
- Music - Develop rhythm, dynamics and tempo while having fun with instruments and the parachute.
- Tap - Learn the fundamentals of tap in a playful and creative way splashing in puddles and shuffling like a penguin.
READY SET BALLET
Age –
3 - 5 years (3 & 4 year old Kinder)
Class length –
30 minutes
Uniform – 'RSD' Tutu Dress
or 'RSD’ T-Shirt
READY SET BALLET is the perfect introduction for boys & girls, that builds the fundamentals of ballet whilst exploring body awareness, coordination, and creativity! We work to incorporate the use of ballet technique and terminology through imaginative expression with music that is specifically designed to engage preschool minds.
Our preschoolers love to have fun twirling with rainbow ribbons, swaying with feathers, learning rhythm with instruments and popping bubbles!
READY SET ACRO
Age –
3 to 5 years (3 & 4 year old Kinder)
Class length: 45 minutes
Uniform – 'RSD' Tutu Dress
or 'RSD’ T-Shirt
READY SET ACRO is a collaborative acrobatic program developed with Industry Leader Acrobatic Arts, specifically designed for preschoolers. It emphasises safe and effective tumbling progressions to foster the physical and social skills needed for healthy early childhood development.
Watch your child develop strength and body control as they learn how to roll, cartwheel, handstand & more!
MATHIS DANCE STUDIOS
Want to know more?
Our comprehensive 2025 Preschool Dance Information Package contains everything you need to make the best choice for your child's first dance experience.
Download detailed programme information, class schedules, pricing, and answers to common questions - all in one convenient guide that you can review at your own pace and share with family.
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Our friendly team is ready to chat about programs, answer your questions, and help you discover why families have called Unity Brands Collective home for over 65 years.
