Little Shakers — Preschool Dance & Movement Program for Childcare Centres
Preschool Dance Program · Ages 2.5–5 · EYLF Aligned

Where little Shakers
find their spark

A premium dance and movement program built for childcare centres. Jazz & Ballet inspired fun, confidence and creativity, delivered weekly to your daycare — plus in-studio classes every Monday morning at 9:45am.

Now in studio In-studio classes every Monday morning at 9:45am — Dance Conservatory, Burleigh.
Little Shakers preschooler dancing with arms out
EYLF Aligned · Ages 2.5–5

Big movement for little dancers

Little Shakers is a premium preschool dance and movement program designed for childcare centres and early learning environments. Built specifically for boys and girls aged 2.5–5, our weekly incursions bring jazz & ballet inspired movement, imaginative play and structured fun into the heart of your centre.

Every class is purposefully designed around early learning outcomes. Building gross motor skills, coordination, musicality and confidence through energetic, child-led movement experiences.

No buses. No drop-offs. No additional pressure on educators. Just joyful, professional dance delivered straight to your centre.

Our Story

More than just a dance class

Every element of our preschool movement program is designed to support the whole child — physically, socially and emotionally.

Gross Motor Development

Galloping, tip-toe walking, jumping and jazz movement build strong, coordinated bodies. Our classes give preschoolers the active play they need to grow confident and capable.

Confidence & Joy

Watch shy children blossom. Every Little Shakers class is built to celebrate effort, expression and personality. There is no right or wrong steps, just confident little movers shining bright.

Musicality & Rhythm

Children learn to listen, anticipate beats and move in time with music. Early rhythm exposure supports language development, focus and emotional regulation.

Imaginative Play

From gallop-along ponies to tip-toe tigers, our themed exercises and creative animal adventures spark imagination and storytelling through movement.

EYLF Aligned Activities

Every class supports the Early Years Learning Framework - purposefully linking movement to identity, wellbeing, community, learning and communication outcomes.

Props & Magic Moments

Ribbons, pom poms, wands and glitter sticks transform every class into an adventure. Interactive equipment keeps preschoolers engaged from hello to goodbye.

Preschoolers playing with colourful ribbons in dance class Little Shakers dancer mid-kick in branded tee Child in lion costume — animal adventures dance class

Three magic moments, every class

Each Little Shakers class blends warm-up rituals, jazz & ballet inspired movement and imaginative play into one unforgettable 30 minutes. Familiar rhythms, fresh adventures every week.

Warm Up

Hello Circle & Wiggle

Name games, feelings check-ins and gentle floor-to-standing movement. A familiar, welcoming start that helps every child feel ready to dance.

Props & Play

Ribbons, Pom Poms & Wands

Tip-toe walks, gallops, spins and creative animal adventures - paired with ribbons, glitter sticks and themed props that turn movement into magic.

Jazz & Bow

Jazz Movement & Goodbye

Shimmies, stomps, claps and jazz walks - then cool-down stretches, a farewell song and a big theatrical bow. Every class ends with a smile.

"Our preschoolers light up the moment Little Shakers arrives. The confidence, the giggles, the way they remember every move — it's transformed our centre's week."

Dance lessons without the dash

We get it — modern parenting is full. Little Shakers takes one thing off the list while still giving your child a premium dance experience.

Time poor

No after-work dashes to dance studios. No carpark stress. Class happens during your child's daycare day they leave with sparkles in their eyes, you skip the traffic.

Juggling siblings & schedules

Working parents with preschoolers, school runs and weekend sport already in the calendar, there's simply no room for another commitment. We come to them.

Cost of extracurriculars

No costume fees, no concert ticket fees. Pay week to week or purchase a 10-class pack at a discount. One make-up class is given per term, or credited towards the next term.

Wanting more for their child

Parents want their preschoolers building real confidence, coordination and creativity. Little Shakers gives your child the kind of premium dance experience usually reserved for studio kids, with all the joy and none of the juggle.

Everything you wanted to know

The questions centres and parents ask most often. Can't see yours? Get in touch.

What ages is Little Shakers for? +
Little Shakers is designed for children aged 2.5 to 5 years. Every routine, prop and concept is age-appropriate — building gross motor skills, rhythm and confidence in a way that suits early-learning attention spans.
How long is each class and how often do you visit? +
30-minute classes, weekly across a 10-week term. We arrive 10 minutes early with all props, music and equipment — your educators just open the door.
Is the program EYLF aligned? +
Yes. Every class is mapped to all five EYLF V2.0 outcomes, and we provide weekly documentation and an end-of-term summary report — ready for your QIP and family observations.
What happens in wet weather, illness or centre closure? +
Classes run indoors wherever possible. Where a class is missed due to educator illness, wet weather or centre closure, one (1) make-up session per term will be offered. If the make-up can't be rescheduled within the term, it is credited to the following term's invoice.
How is the program paid for — by the centre or by parents? +
Both options are available. Option A — Centre-paid: the centre is invoiced and the program is offered to all enrolled children at no parent cost. Option B — Parent-paid: parents enrol and pay Little Shakers directly. We'll work with you to pick the model that suits your families.
How much does it cost? +
Childcare centre classes and in-studio classes are priced differently, so we quote them separately. Get in touch and we'll send current rates, term passes and payment options.
Do you supply the props, music and equipment? +
Everything. Ribbons, pom poms, wands, glitter sticks, parachute, music, speaker — it all comes with us. Your space stays clear, your educators stay free of admin.
Do educators need to lead or participate? +
No. Our educator leads the full class. We ask one of your educators to stay in the room to maintain duty of care — the rest is on us.
Are you insured and qualified? +
Yes. Little Shakers carries public liability insurance, current Working with Children Checks, First Aid & CPR certification, and the educator holds a Diploma in Dance with early-childhood teaching experience.
How do we get started? +
Reach out via the contact page and we'll set up a quick chat. From discovery call to first class is typically 2–3 weeks.

Loved it? Let's make it weekly

Loved Little Shakers and would like to introduce regular classes at your centre? Simply let us know your preferred start date and class time, and we'll help you get everything ready to launch.

1

Pick your day and time

Tell us the start date and class time that suits your weekly routine, and we'll do the rest.

2

Enrolments follow

We've found that once a regular day and time is confirmed, parent interest and enrolments tend to increase — families have something concrete to plan around.

3

We handle the promotion

We support your centre with parent communication and promotional materials to introduce Little Shakers to your families and build enrolments ahead of your first class.

Bring premium dance to your centre

Limited centre spots open each term. Enquire today and let's chat about how Little Shakers can fit your weekly program.