Dance Classes for Ages 7 to 9 in Little Rock Confidence, Creativity and Coordination Start Here
Ready to channel your child’s energy into something meaningful and fun? At Dance Dynamics, our Shining Stars program is designed just for kids ages 7 to 9. Classes include ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop and musical theater, taught by experienced instructors in a structured, supportive setting. Families choose Dance Dynamics for its positive environment, where dancers build skills, confidence and a love for movement.
Whether you’re exploring our academy classes, summer sessions, or one of our audition-based teams—just share your info and area of interest. We’ll guide you to the next best step!
Watch Your Child Shine Inside and Outside the Studio
Our Shining Stars program blends age-appropriate structure with artistic exploration. Designed for dancers ages 7 to 9, this program offers well-rounded introduction to core dance styles including ballet, tap, jazz, acro, musical theater, and variations (contemporary and hip hop).
Each class builds:
It’s more than just learning steps. It’s about helping dancers grow into confident, capable individuals–both on stage and in everyday life.
Builds control, posture and grace with structured training that improves alignment and movement quality.
Lively and energetic. Helps dancers develop strength, flexibility, and musicality with fun, rhythmic choreography.
Improves balance, listening skills and coordination. Dancers use their feet to create sound and rhythm.
Builds strength and flexibility with beginner acro skills like bridges, rolls and handstands. A safe, structured class that supports balance and core control.
Contemporary teaches emotional storytelling and fluid motion. Hip hop focuses on energy, body isolation and rhythm.
A high-energy blend of hip hop and basic tumbling that improves dancers' coordination, rhythm and agility while moving to age-appropriate music.
Blends movement and acting to help dancers express personality and stage presence.
Why Families Choose Dance Dynamics?
Every class is led by trained professionals with certifications, performance backgrounds, and a heart for teaching. No student-teachers here. Just a team of experienced dance educators helping your child succeed.
Our programs teach more than movement. Dancers gain confidence, discipline, and respect through thoughtful instruction and values-based training.
From sprung hardwood floors to viewing windows for families, our Little Rock studio is built to keep dancers safe, comfortable, and supported.
We value every family. Our dancers form friendships, find belonging, and grow within a connected and caring studio culture.
Discover the Dance Dynamics Difference
When comparing dance classes to traditional afterschool or recreational activities, the difference is clear. At Dance Dynamics in Little Rock, we offer more than just an activity to pass the time. Our Shining Stars program provides a growth-focused space where children ages 7 to 9 can build confidence, discipline and creativity. We welcome families from nearby areas including Maumelle, Sherwood, Bryant and beyond, who are looking for a meaningful experience that supports their child’s development.
Classes improve strength, balance and flexibility while also nurturing emotional growth. Our instructors focus on technique and mindset, giving each child personalized attention.
From mastering a routine to performing on stage, dancers experience wins that build lasting confidence. Every child is encouraged and supported—no benchwarmers here.
Through dance, students learn time management, perseverance and self-expression. These life skills are reinforced in every class and stay with them long after the music stops.
Our classes foster positive peer interaction, respectful teamwork and community spirit. Students build friendships that support both their personal and social development.
Coordination, Musicality and Focus
Tap class is where rhythm becomes a skill and sound becomes self-expression. Dancers in our Shining Stars program learn to control their feet like instruments, producing precise beats and patterns. With each class, they develop musicality, listening skills and lower body coordination—all while having fun.
We start with warmups and drills that build muscle memory and rhythm fluency. As dancers grow, they’re challenged with new step combinations that require focus and timing. Tap also builds patience and perseverance, as progress is often measured one sound at a time.
Tap class benefits include:
- Strengthens coordination and memory.
- Enhances rhythm and musical timing.
- Builds balance, posture, and concentration.
- Encourages creativity through sound and movement.
Express Energy with Confidence
Jazz is where power meets personality. Dancers explore dynamic movement, footwork and musicality through upbeat, contemporary routines. Our instructors teach foundational skills such as leaps, turns and isolations in an environment that’s both fun and focused.
Jazz supports physical agility while also boosting emotional expression. Dancers are encouraged to make strong, intentional choices with their movement, helping them grow as performers and confident individuals. Every class is a chance to improve posture, performance quality and stage presence.
Jazz dance benefits:
- Boosts flexibility, control and energy use.
- Enhances musical responsiveness.
- Builds expressive movement and style.
- Strengthens confidence through performance.
Variations Class Encourages Bold Movement
Our Variations class is a creative space that combines the fluid emotion of contemporary with the rhythmic energy of hip hop. These contrasting styles give dancers a broad expressive range and help them develop both technical precision and individuality.
In contemporary, dancers connect movement to emotion through storytelling and control. In hip hop, they build confidence with strong, stylized combinations and learn to move with musical beats. Together, these styles challenge both body and mind in the most rewarding way.
Why dancers love our Variations class:
- Encourages creative and emotional expression.
- Builds musicality, control and style.
- Supports self-awareness and personal voice.
- Enhances versatility across multiple genres.
Bring Stories to Life Through Dance and Expression
Musical Theater is all about bringing characters to life through movement and storytelling. Dancers learn how to combine facial expression, stage presence and choreography in ways that captivate and entertain.
Our instructors focus on building confidence, imagination and performance skills in every dancer. Whether acting out a scene or dancing to a musical number, students learn how to command attention and connect with their audience in a fun, supportive setting.
Musical Theater helps dancers:
- Strengthen stage presence and facial expression.
- Build character development and performance timing.
- Enhances storytelling through dance.
- Fosters imagination and theatrical creativity.
What Our Dance Community is Saying
Hear from our dance family. Read authentic reviews from real Dance Dynamics parents and discover how our studio is making a difference. These experiences reflect the growth, joy and progress our dancers feel every week in class.
This a wonderful dance studio with amazing teachers! The teachers are so passionate and go out of the way to make class fun for the students, while still teaching proper technique.
My daughter has danced here for two years and not only does she receive top notch training in every genre, but the girls are all so wonderful and supportive. I can't imagine dancing anywhere else!
My daughter started taking dance at Dance Dynamics 4 years ago, and we could not be more impressed by the dedication from every staff member to ensure all dancers receive personalized instruction. My daughter had zero dance experience when she started at DDC, and she has grown leaps and bounds in such a short amount of time. Dance Dynamics is not a local studio to us, but the instruction is unmatched, so we sacrifice drive time to ensure she is dancing with the best. The staff, parents, and kids are very welcoming and supportive. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else!
I’ve been a dancer at Dance Dynamics for about three years and it has been the best experience I’ve ever experienced. I love all of the teachers like my own family and all the dancers. Definitely recommend 100%!!
My daughter dances at both the LR and NLR locations, and both are top notch facilities with wonderful people running and teaching in them.
Dance Dynamics has been such a valuable experience for my favorite dancer. She has been dancing at Dance Dynamics for ten years, since she was three. It has helped her so much in all aspects of life - especially self-confidence and poise. It comes out at school and everywhere else. So much more than just dancing! The staff and instructors are the best around!
Dance Dynamics has been a blessing for my kiddo. I do not come from a dance background and honestly didn’t know anything about competitive dance prior to joining the company. My daughter has truly flourished and has learned more in short time than I ever thought was possible. The staff is kind and talented. I love that they treat her like family but also are firm when needed. It takes a village to raise these kids and I’m very thankful for DDC. Thank you for pushing my kiddo to be the best, most hard working version of herself while also being kind and supportive to her dance team.
My daughter has been dancing at Dance Dynamics for over two years now and we couldn't be happier with how she has grown and flourished. The teachers and staff are caring, loving and encouraging as well as crazy talented. They offer so many classes and a variety of things for all ages. We are so thankful for the people that pour into our daughter there.
Extremely talented staff that helps each student grow to their max potential.
People say that your kids learn more than just dance, they learn life skills - confidence, poise, public presence, etc. - and I got to see it last night. She’s on her school’s Mathletes team and they made it to the finals. I watched my 3rd grader sit at a table of 5th graders and not only participate but also confidently explain why she believed in her answers. (Pretty sure I wouldn’t have talked to a 5th grader when I was her age!) By the end, they were hoping for second but got third. She was so graceful and rallied her teammates to be excited.
This is just one thing we love about Dance Dynamics. The care and love they pour into your children warms your heart. The life skills they teach your children shape them into stronger, mature people.
Such an amazing dance studio for kids of all ages to learn dance and have fun!! The teachers and staff are always kind, energetic, and professional. Our daughter attends and is always inspired when she leaves her classes. We love Dance Dynamics! Thank you for all that you do for our kids!
Tap+Ballet class at Dance Dynamics is the highlight of Davis Kait’s week!
Being at this studio was the best choice I could have made for my daughter. It has built her confidence and taught her teamwork and sportsmanship. She has made so many new friends that I’m sure she’ll have for life.
Her teachers are AMAZING! Very supportive and encouraging to not just the children but the parents as well.
Togetherness, kindness and compassion is the key at this studio for all involved.
We love Dance Dynamics. Award winning highly qualified staff and choreographers. Wonderful kids program to progress through all ages. Great facilities and class options. Very family oriented. My daughter has made so many connections and friends.
Best place filled with the best people. I spent nearly 10 years dancing with this company and fully cherish the skills, experience, and sweet memories made there. I can’t wait to send my daughter there one day!
Absolutely, hands down, the best dance studio in Arkansas. The staff, the students, and the families are all world!
Dance Dynamics has been wonderful for my daughter! The friendships she has built and the discipline she has developed are the biggest takeaways for her. The staff treats every child with respect and truly become like family! Can’t recommend this studio enough!
The staff is so invested in making sure your children have fun, learn, and succeed at whatever their dance goals are! Highly recommend!
Whether you’re exploring our academy classes, summer sessions, or one of our audition-based teams—just share your info and area of interest. We’ll guide you to the next best step!
FAQs
Shining Stars dancers wear a black leotard and pink tights for ballet, along with dance-specific shoes for each style. A full dress code guide is provided here and at enrollment so you can shop with clarity and ease.
Classes meet once per week and range from 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the style. This allows for consistent training without overwhelming your family’s schedule.
You may need to purchase attire, shoes and recital costumes in addition to tuition. We’ll provide a clear breakdown during registration and can answer any budget-related questions along the way.
Dancers are grouped by age and experience by our trained staff. We create balanced, growth-focused classes where students can progress at a pace that’s right for them.
Class sizes are kept small to give each child the attention they deserve. Our studio uses professional sprung floors to support joint safety, and our instructors prioritize proper technique and injury prevention.
More Reasons to Dance with Dance Dynamics
Dancers explore their individuality through movement, learning how to express themselves in healthy, constructive ways that build confidence.
Managing dance with school teaches responsibility and time management. These habits support academic success and future independence.
Dancers learn to use feedback as a tool for growth. We teach patience, goal setting and the value of steady progress.
Every class strengthens core muscles, improves balance and boosts coordination. Our curriculum supports full-body development and long-term health.
Whether you’re exploring our academy classes, summer sessions, or one of our audition-based teams—just share your info and area of interest. We’ll guide you to the next best step!