Toddler Dance Classes: Little Lemons
Nurturing, joyful dance classes for children from 18 months through to preschool age. Our Little Lemons programme weaves together ballet basics, pop dance, gymnastics, and creative movement, building confidence, coordination, and a love of dance from the very start.
- Designed for children from 18 months
- Parent or carer joins in throughout
- IDTA-accredited teachers in every class
- We recommend a 2-week trial to settle in
- Classes in Kenilworth, Stratford-upon-Avon, Evesham & New Milton
From 18 months
2-week trial
What is Little Lemons?
Little Lemons is Zest Dance's flagship baby and toddler programme for children from 18 months through to preschool age. Each session weaves together ballet basics, pop-inspired dance, simple gymnastics, and imaginative creative movement, all in a sensory-rich, nurturing environment where you join in alongside your child.
- Music, movement, and make-believe combined
- Develops coordination, balance, and body awareness
- Parent or carer joins in throughout
- No prior experience ever needed
- Props, ribbons, and scarves in every session
- Calm, nurturing environment for shy little ones
Why Dance for Toddlers?
More than just movement: early dance builds the whole child.
Builds confidence from day one
Many parents tell us that their little one was shy when they started, and a completely different child within a term. Dance gives toddlers a safe space to express themselves and shine.
Sensory-rich and age-appropriate
Our Little Lemons sessions are designed specifically for early years development. Props, music, storytelling, and imaginative play are woven through every class.
IDTA-accredited school
Every Zest Dance teacher holds IDTA qualifications. Even our youngest classes follow a structured, professionally designed curriculum, not just freestyle play.
Classes near you
We run toddler sessions across Kenilworth, Stratford-upon-Avon, Evesham, and New Milton, making it easy to find a class that fits your week.
What to expect in your first class
A gentle, predictable rhythm, so little ones feel safe and you know exactly how it goes.
- 1
Turn up 5 minutes early
Bare feet or soft shoes are perfect. Comfortable clothes only, no uniform required.
- 2
Settle into the circle
We start with familiar warm-up songs to help your little one feel at home.
- 3
Dance, props & play
Ribbons, scarves and stories spark imagination while building movement skills.
- 4
Parents welcome to stay
Sit and watch, or join in. Some toddlers like you close by; others dive straight in.
- 5
Two weeks to settle
Your paid 2-week trial gives them time to warm up at their own pace.
“She is very shy, and Frankie always looks after her. Dance has really helped bring her out of her shell.”
Zest Dance parent, Kenilworth
Find a Toddler Class Near You
Little Lemons and Tots sessions run across all four of our locations.
Dance Classes for Babies and Toddlers
Zest Dance offers structured, developmentally appropriate dance classes for children from 18 months old across Kenilworth, Stratford-upon-Avon, Evesham, and New Milton. Our Little Lemons programme, also known as Zest Dance Tots, is designed for the earliest years, blending ballet fundamentals, pop dance, gymnastics, and imaginative creative movement into every session.
Each class is parent-and-carer friendly: you join in alongside your child, supporting their confidence and making memories together. Our teachers are IDTA-qualified and experienced in early years education, creating a calm, playful environment where even shy toddlers quickly come out of their shell.
We recommend a two-week trial for our toddler sessions so your child has time to settle in at their own pace. Most of our toddlers are enrolled by a friend's recommendation, and once they start, they rarely want to stop.
Come and try a class
Their first class could be the start of something big.
- Two full weeks of classes from £14–£20
- No long-term commitment
- Friendly teachers who help nervous beginners settle in
