babyballet® dance classes give every child from 6 months to 6 years the chance to dance & have fun!

At babyballet® we provide award-winning preschool dance classes. Our babyballet® dance classes are bringing joy to thousands as we make learning to dance an unforgettable and magical experience – for you and your little star.

From six months to six years, our classes will give toddlers, young children and preschoolers the chance to dance, gain confidence and shine, in a fun, caring and supportive environment. By learning through play, our qualified and welcoming teachers allow each child to develop at their own pace. We believe that every child should have the opportunity to learn in their own unique way. Having fun and making friends is all part of the experience at babyballet®. This makes our classes so much more than just a dance class. The educational, physical and social aspects of the classes make them the perfect preschool activity choice.
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The concept babyballet® has been lovingly created and developed by Claire O’Connor and Barbara Peters. Their vast ballet knowledge and preschool dance experience has made babyballet® the world’s leading preschool program.

Dance studio owner or dance teacher?

If you’ve always dreamed of having a flourishing pre school dance department, then we would love to hear from you! Licenses are available in New Zealand for dance studio / school owners & dance teachers. Our licenses give dance teachers and dance studio owners all the resources they need to see their preschool dance department shine. Licensees receive the fully developed babyballet® program, rights to use the award-winning brand and Intellectual Property, an exclusive zone to market their classes and a support network of Head Office and like minded licensees.
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our award-winning classes are the perfect way to start your child's dance journey

Our program and syllabus has been carefully designed by leading preschool dance and ballet experts. Our classes provide the opportunity for babies and young children to learn to dance and develop key life skills in a healthy, sociable, caring and safe environment. babyballet® is so much more than just a dance class and we can't wait to welcome you to our magical world.

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“I’m in my 8th year as a babyballet franchisee and I still absolutely love it! The magic of teaching preschoolers their first steps combined with the flexibility of being my own boss, all the while knowing that I have the backing and support of such a fantastic brand, is just the best feeling ever.”

Miss Leanne, babyballet Livingston and Falkirk

the babyballet® franchise opportunity

When you join the babyballet® license network, you immediately become part of a much wider licensee family, with multiple licensed businesses running across the country, we pride ourselves on being supportive and caring to help each and every licensee to reach their own potential and business goals.

why babyballet® is magical

babyballet® is the leading dance program for babies, preschoolers and young children in New Zealand, the UK, Australia and Singapore, trusted by thousands of parents and carers every day. We are proud of our numerous awards and it brings such joy and pride to see our little babyballet® stars and their grown ups enjoying the magic of our dance classes in a fun, relaxed and supportive class environment. Our stars improve their development skills including confidence, coordination, balance, posture and self-control as well as enhancing their social skills including sharing, making friends and taking turns.

a sparkling preschool dance department

If you’ve always dreamed of having a flourishing dance department for kids from 6 months to 6 years, then we would love to hear from you. Taking on a babyballet® dance license couldn’t be easier. We have license opportunities available throughout New Zealand, giving you the chance to build and profit from your preschool dance department. So, if you’re a dance teacher or dance studio owner who wants to have a successful preschool dance program for your under 6s, then get in touch today. Our preschool dance license package offers exclusive babyballet® teaching rights in your area and you’ll be part of the exciting preschool dance brand that is sweeping across New Zealand, The UK, Australia and Singapore.