Dance Program — Little Shakers Preschool Dance for Childcare Centres

Childcare Dance Program

The Little Shakers Program

Program Overview

Structured movement, full of magic

Little Shakers is a 30-minute weekly dance program built specifically for preschool and daycare environments. Each class blends jazz - inspired movement, ballet basics, imaginative play and hands-on props all designed for children aged 2½–5.

We bring everything: music, ribbons, pom poms, wands, glitter sticks and the experienced instructor. Your educators get to enjoy the class alongside the children — no extra prep, no mess, no clean-up.

30-minute weekly classes, age-appropriate for 2½–5 year olds

Jazz movement, ballet basics & creative play

All props, music and equipment provided

EYLF aligned — ready-to-document outcomes

Designed for boys & girls of all confidence levels

Preschooler in lion costume — imaginative dance program

What's Included

Everything your centre needs

Experienced Instructor

Diploma in Dance, professionally trained across contemporary, ballet, jazz and cheer, and a mum who lives and breathes early childhood movement. Current WWC, First Aid & child Safety certified.

Props & Equipment

Ribbons, pom poms, wands, glitter sticks, and parachutes — all sanitised, age-safe and provided every class.

Themed Class Music

Curated playlists matched to each weekly theme — carefully chosen for tempo, lyrics and developmental fit.

EYLF Documentation Support

Each class links to specific EYLF outcomes so educators can record observations and learning stories with ease.

Flexible Scheduling

Weekly or fortnightly classes that slot neatly into your daily routine. We work around your centre, not the other way around.

End-of-Term Showcase

An optional mini performance gives children the chance to share their progress with educators and families — a confidence-building highlight.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

$14 per child per class. Pay by bank transfer or credit card — parents pay directly, or your centre handles term invoicing. Whichever suits you best.

Weekly Themes

A new adventure every week

Each week brings a fresh theme, prop and animal adventure. The class structure stays consistent — so children feel safe, while the content keeps every session exciting.

Tip-toes & Balance

Theme example · Prop: Magic Wands

Animal adventure: Flamingo + Bunny
Tip-toe walking with magic wands
Balance challenges & coordination games
EYLF Outcome 3: Wellbeing

Gallops & Pom Poms

Theme example · Prop: Pom Poms

Animal adventure: Pony + Kangaroo
Galloping, side-skips & jazz grooves
Whole-class circle activities
EYLF Outcome 2: Community

Ribbons & Glitter

Theme example · Prop: Ribbons + Glitter Sticks

Animal adventure: Penguin + Lion
Spinning, ribbon trails & glitter dancing
Musical games & expressive movement
EYLF Outcome 5: Communication

Inside Every Class

How a Little Shakers class flows

A consistent rhythm so children feel safe, plus enough novelty to keep every class fresh and exciting.

0–5

Hello Circle

Hello song, name games, feelings check-in and gentle movement to ease every child into the class.

5–13

Movement Foundations

Tip-toe walks, gallops, ballet basics and balance work — building coordination and body awareness.

13–20

Props & Imagination

Ribbons, pom poms, wands and glitter sticks meet themed animal adventures and creative storytelling.

20–30

Jazz & Bow

Jazz walks, shimmies, claps and stomps — finished with a stretch, a goodbye song and a big theatrical bow.