Mini Pre-Competition Team

Where Confidence Begins.

For young dancers in Kindergarten through 2nd Grade who are ready to take the next step beyond recreational classes — in a fun, encouraging, and supportive environment.

A First Step Into the Spotlight

Kindergarten–2nd Grade

The Mini Pre-Competition Team is designed for young dancers who are ready to take the next step beyond recreational classes while continuing to grow in a fun, encouraging, and supportive environment.

Through age-appropriate training, performance opportunities, and positive mentorship, dancers build strong technical foundations while developing confidence, teamwork, stage presence, and a love for performing.

At CaRu Entertainment, we believe every artist begins somewhere. Our Mini Pre-Competition Team introduces dancers to the excitement of rehearsals, performances, and competition while ensuring the experience remains joyful, inspiring, and centered on personal growth.

Throughout the season, dancers perform in our professionally produced annual Showcase and participate in one regional competition, celebrating their progress alongside their teammates and the entire CaRu community.

What We Offer

Joyful Introduction

A positive, age-appropriate environment where young dancers fall in love with movement and performance.

Technical Foundations

Early training that builds proper technique, body awareness, and coordination in a fun and supportive setting.

Teamwork & Community

Young performers learn to collaborate, encourage one another, and celebrate each other's growth.

Stage Experience

Meaningful performance opportunities that introduce dancers to the excitement and artistry of live performance.

Program Highlights

Designed for dancers ready to take the next step beyond recreational dance

Weekly training in jazz, lyrical, hip hop, ballet, and technique

One regional competition

Annual Showcase performance

Professional instruction in a positive, encouraging environment

A natural pathway into our Pre-Competition Team

Weekly Schedule

Tuesdays

Ballet

Maura

4:30–5:00 pm

Mini Pre-Comp Jazz/Hip Hop

Chandler

5:00–5:30 pm

Mini Pre-Comp Contemporary/Lyrical

Devon

5:30–6:00 pm

Tuition & Registration

$245

per month

September through May. No tuition payment in June to account for studio breaks and holidays.

Ready to Begin?

We'd love to help your dancer discover the excitement of performing, the confidence that comes from trying something new, and the friendships that make CaRu a creative home.