South Jersey Dance Classes for Babies and Toddlers

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BURLINGTON COUNTY

Dance with Me (Tiny Tutus Dance Center): This class has been specially designed 18-36-month olds who are not yet comfortable being in a class alone, each child is joined in the class by a parent or caregiver who will be the child's "dancing partner". Through movement exercises, games, stories and other activities, the very young are introduced to the joy of creative movement in a fun, musical setting. Each Session adults and children will enjoy a different theme with fun music and activities.

  • Ages: 18-36 month olds
  • When? Mondays at 11am, Tuesdays at 10:15am, Saturdays at 9am and 11am
  • Where? Tiny Tutus Dance Center: 301 Union Street, Moorestown NJ 08057
  • Cost? Around $119 for a 7 week course
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

All By Myself Classes (Tiny Tutus Dance Center): This class has been specifically designed 24-36-month olds who are not yet potty trained but want to try class alone, like the big kids! This class is 30 minutes long and offered as an 8-week course. Through movement exercises, games, stories, and other activities, the very young are introduced to the joy of creative movement in a fun, musical setting. Each Session children will enjoy a different theme with fun music and activities.

  • Ages: 24-36 month olds
  • When? Mondays at 12pm, Wednesdays at 12:15pm, Saturdays at 9am
  • Where? Tiny Tutus Dance Center: 301 Union Street, Moorestown NJ 08057
  • Cost? Around $119 for a 7 week course
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

Irish Tots (Peter's School of Irish Dance): This 45 minute class will get toddlers moving and learning at the same time. By incorporating stretching, Irish dance movements, and fun games, our Irish Tots will be moving, learning and ready to show off their Irish dance moves in no time!

  • Ages: Irish Tots is for our tiniest dancers ages 2 - 4
  • When? Friday 4:30pm (Ages 3+), Saturday 9am (AGES 2-3), Saturday 10am (AGES 3-4)
  • Where? 3701 Church Rd UNIT 9, Mt Laurel Township, NJ 08054
  • Cost? $70 a month
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

Move with Me (Edge Dance Lumberton): This fun and interactive session, designed for ages 1 to early 3-year-olds, is the perfect introduction to dance movement and tumble time. With parent assistance, little ones will explore new skills, enjoy social time, and experience the joy of dance in a supportive environment.

  • Ages:1-3 years old
  • When? Thursdays at 11:15am
  • Where? Edge Dance Lumberton: 1561 NJ-38, Eastampton Twp, NJ 08060
  • Cost? Review website
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

Dance with Me (Edge Dance): These classes are a great way to introduce your toddler to creative movement and dance! Your dancer will develop confidence, improve focus and concentration, and develop crucial social skills!

  • Ages:2-3 years old
  • When? Multiple days and times offered, mainly evening hours at both locations
  • Where? Edge Dance Lumberton, 1561 NJ-38, Eastampton Twp, NJ 08060 Edge Dance Cinnaminson: 1422 Rt. 130 North, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
  • Cost? Review website
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

CAMDEN COUNTY

BabeZZ Classes (ZZ Dance Studio): BabeZZ is a great way to introduce your little one to rhythm, movement, and music, as well as an opportunity for you to connect with other parents and caregivers in the community. In this 45 minute class we will encourage socialization through singing, dancing and imaginative play. You and your child will have fun in a safe and inviting environment, surrounded by kindness! Come and meet new friends while bonding with your Child.

  • Ages: 6 weeks-18 months
  • When? Wednesdays from 11-11:45am
  • Where? ZZDance: 2091 Springdale Rd., Suite 5, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
  • Cost? $16 per class, drop-in
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: We attended this class with my son when he was around 13 months old. We really enjoyed the class and the music and dance portion, but loved the movement portion on the obstacle course after the dancing. I felt it was developmentally appropriate.

ZZ and Me Classes (ZZ Dance Studio): ZZ & Me is a dynamic adult-and-child class that incorporates music, movement and lots of fun! This is our creative childhood development class for ages 18 months to 2 1/2 years of age. Each class offers supportive and guided learning into the world of dance and imaginative play. This class encourages motor and social skills while learning in a creative, nurturing environment. ZZ & Me is a perfect introduction into the performing arts and a wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories with your little one.

  • Ages: 18m-2.5 yo
  • When? Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am, Saturdays at 9am and 10am, Sundays at 10am
  • Where? ZZDance: 2091 Springdale Rd., Suite 5, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
  • Cost? Review pricing table for the whole year here
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

All By Myself (Sam Cam): All by Myself Dance Class will introduce Ballet and Tap in an energetic 45 minute class. The class is designed for ages 20 months to 2 years old. Dancers are required to have a leotard and tights, as well as ballet and tap shoes.

  • Ages: 20 months-2 years
  • When? Mondays from 11:30am-12:15pm
  • Where? Sam Cam's Dance Studio: 914 West Kings Highway, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
  • Cost? $168 for 14 weeks
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

Dance with Me (Mulford Dance Studio): This class has been specifically designed 2-3 year olds who may not yet potty trained but want to try class alone, like the big kids! This class is 30 minutes long and offered as a full year or as a 6 week non recital course. Through movement exercises, games, stories, and other activities, the very young are introduced to the joy of creative movement in a fun, musical setting.

  • Ages: 2-3 year olds
  • When? Call to inquire
  • Where? 245 S Black Horse Pike, Mt. Ephraim, NJ
  • Cost? $15 Annual Registration fee + $100 for 6 week course
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

All By Myself (Mulford Dance Studio): We are excited to offer this class designed for toddlers 12-36 months old and their parents! This class is sure to be the highlight of the week for the children and adults who participate. Filled with songs, movement (and laughter, too) each session has been carefully planned to help develop and promote your child’s physical and mental growth while socializing in a relaxed, fun-filled atmosphere.

  • Ages: 12-36 months
  • When? Call to inquire
  • Where? 245 S Black Horse Pike, Mt. Ephraim, NJ
  • Cost? $15 Annual Registration fee + $100 for 6 week course
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

Music, Movement, & Me (Artist in Motion Dance Complex): This is a fun-filled class that hones body control, balance, coordination and listening skills to teach musicality and the underlying principles of both ballet and jazz dance. Through the use of various engaging props, this class will provide young dancers with the opportunity to channel energy, stimulate their imaginations, and promote creativity.

  • Ages: 2.5-4 
  • When? Thursdays at 5:30pm and Saturdays at 11:30am
  • Where? 1900 Greentree Rd, Unit 1, Cherry Hill, NJ
  • Cost? 1 class/week is $80/month, 2 classes/week is $152, see full pricing on website
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

Mini Movers (Ovations Dance Studio): This program is designed as a very fun and upbeat 1st introduction to dance. The curriculum approaches dance as making shapes, rhythms and plenty of imaginations. Dance portion is 30 minutes long followed by 15 minutes of a coordination obstacle course and basic tumbling skills like “X” cartwheels, forward rolls, and pizza rolls. The use of props and visual learning tools add a fun and exciting learning method for this class.

  • Ages: 2-3 yrs 
  • When? Wednesdays from 5-5:45pm
  • Where? Ovations Dance Studio: 215 W Clinton Ave, Oaklyn, NJ 08107
  • Cost? $200 per 10 week session
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

Creative Classes (Ovations Dance Studio): Dancers are introduced to beginner ballet technique through creative movement followed by 15 minutes of beginner tumbling.   The use of props and visual learning tools add a fun and exciting learning method for this class.

  • Ages: 3-4 yrs 
  • When? Tuesdays from 5:45-6:30pm
  • Where? Ovations Dance Studio: 215 W Clinton Ave, Oaklyn, NJ 08107
  • Cost? $200 per 10 week session
  • Website: Learn more and register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

Zumbini with Alyssa Gentes: Zumbini is for kids 0-4 a child-focused journey into the world of music, movement, dance and playing instruments. A Zumbini class is a celebration of the power of music to enhance our lives, stimulate learning, inspire dance movement, and strengthen the bond between parent or caregiver and child. A bonding experience for all is involved, including caregiver to child, child-to-child, and caregiver to caregiver. We incorporate parachute and surprise character guest visits

  • Ages: Designed for children 0-4 years old with a parent/caregiver.
  • When? Class times TBD for 2025
  • Where? Recchino Field, 350 West Crystal Lake Ave, Haddonfield,08033
  • Cost? $40 for 4 classes, or $25 for a drop-in class
  • Website: Learn more on Facebook: Zumbini_with_AlyssaGentes or on her Zumbini page, call or text 856-685-4504 to sign up.
  • Thoughts: Never attended

GLOUCESTER COUNTY

Dancing with Mommy (Dance with Debra Dinote): Dancing with Mommy (grandparent, relative, or caregiver) class is a fun, upbeat class for young dancers 1-3 years old. Engaging in a variety of music, movement, obstacle courses and singing! Dancing with Mommy provides special bonding time with your child and allows you to meet other families.

  • Ages: 1 - 3 years old (generally 18 months - 3 years, but call to inquire)
  • When? Tuesdays from 10:30-11:10am or Tuesdays from 5-5:30pm
  • Where? DANCE! By Debra Dinote: 208 E Holly Ave, Sewell, NJ 08080
  • Cost? Unsure
  • Website: Register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended

Ready Stretch Grow (All That Jazz Dance): All That Jazz offers young beginners the introduction to the world of music and movement. Students will sing, dance, tumble, and play to improve strength, flexibility, coordination, rhythm, and motor skills with help from a caregiver. The educational portion of the class will teach colors, numbers, alphabet, and body parts.

  • Ages: Starting at 12 months (boys and girls)
  • When? Multiple time offerings on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
  • Where? 373 Egg Harbor Road, Sewell, NJ 08080
  • Cost? Six week session for $75
  • Website: Register here
  • Thoughts: Never attended