The Tiny Dancer’s Club
A joyful first step into the world of dance!
This class is specially designed for our youngest movers, babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, to explore rhythm, music, and movement in a playful and supportive environment. With gentle guidance from our teacher, children are free to move in ways that feel natural to them, while parents or caregivers join in the fun.
What makes Tiny Dancer’s Club unique is that it’s a class for both parent and child.
Together, you’ll stretch, bounce, sway, and explore movement as a team, building special moments of connection along the way. Some children may leap right in, while others may prefer to observe, cuddle, or simply listen to the music, and all forms of participation are celebrated. It’s not about doing it “right,” but about sharing joy, creativity, and the magic of dance together.
Tiny Dancer’s Club is designed for children who are walking, no matter their age!
Please note that classes may include a range of ages within this developmental stage. We celebrate each child’s individual pace and aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment for all dancers.
Try a drop-in class with no commitment! Register today to experience Tiny Dancer’s Club!
Nepean
Tuesdays 10:15-10:45AM
Nepean Creative Arts Centre
35 Stafford Rd, Nepean ON, K2H8V8
Stroller-friendly location
Downtown Ottawa
Thursdays 5:15-5:45PM
ODCS Studio One
500 Old St. Patrick Street Unit 3, Ottawa ON, K1N9G4
Stroller friendly, no indoor waiting area
Session Information Coming Soon!
Downtown Ottawa
Saturdays 8:15-8:45AM
De La Salle High School
501 Old St. Patrick Street, Ottawa ON, K1N9G4
Stroller friendly
Downtown Ottawa
Sundays 9:00-9:30AM
ODCS Studio One
500 Old St. Patrick Street Unit 3, Ottawa ON, K1N9G4
Stroller friendly, no indoor waiting area
Session Information Coming Soon!
A Note from Our Director, Rebecca Middleton
“When my son was just two months old, I had to return to work and step back into the dance studio. Most days, he came with me, and for the first year of his life, he grew up surrounded by music, movement, and dancers. At first, he would watch from his carrier as the older students practiced their pliés. Later, he’d spend tummy time on a mat in the studio, and now he’s racing across the floor while the dancers work at the barre.
Of course, there were little distractions along the way, but the joy it has brought both of us has been immeasurable. I’ve watched him light up with curiosity and awe as he observed the dancers, and even at home while I choreograph, he’s grinning with wide eyes and sometimes even showing off his own little moves. I truly believe that growing up in the studio has been a gift for his development, sparking creativity, confidence, and a love for movement.
That experience inspired me to create the Tiny Dancer’s Club. A place where parents and children can share those magical moments together. It’s not about doing things perfectly; it’s about being present, moving together, and letting little ones discover dance in their own way.”
Location and Amenities
Our Tiny Dancer’s Club takes place at studios across the Ottawa/Gatineau region. For more details and information about each location including amenities, please contact us. Stroller-friendly locations are locations where strollers are welcome, however we ask that wheels are cleaned before entering the studio especially during the winter months to help protect our dance floors!
Attendance
We want this class to be a special experience for both children and their grown-ups. Each child may be joined by up to two adults in the studio. Parents and guardians are asked to remain with their child for the duration of the class, as little ones should not be left unattended. This way, families can enjoy the activities together while ensuring children feel safe and supported.
Participation
Tiny Dancer’s Club is an active, movement-based class for little ones and their caregivers. Because the program welcomes children of all ages, from babies to preschoolers, families are encouraged to decide how their child participates. Some children may move and dance along right away, while others may prefer to watch, be held, or join in gradually, all are wonderful ways to take part.
Adults are also welcome to move, stretch, and dance along at their own comfort level. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing that’s easy to move in.