Preschool Dance Classes for Ages 3–4 in Tinley Park
Where Little Dancers Build
Big Foundations
Preschool Stars at Southwest Synergy Dance is designed just for 3- and 4-year-olds who are ready to explore movement in a fun, structured, and supportive setting. This 45-minute combo class blends ballet, tap, and tumbling—helping young dancers develop coordination, rhythm, and classroom readiness. Through imaginative play and skill-building exercises, dancers gain body awareness, follow direction, and grow more confident with each class. With patient instructors who know how to connect with this age group, we create a welcoming space where preschoolers can shine, move, and make new friends—one plié, tap, and tumble at a time.
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Building Skills That Stick—On and Off the Dance Floor
Preschool Stars helps young dancers build balance, body control, and coordination through age-appropriate movement. These early motor skills support healthy physical development—and carry over into playtime, sports, and daily routines.
With music, props, and themed activities, each class keeps imaginations active and energy high. Whether they’re tiptoeing like fairies or stomping like dinosaurs, kids explore movement in a way that makes learning feel like play.
Our classes gently introduce group dynamics—like sharing space, listening to instructions, and celebrating each other’s successes. Dancers learn to take turns, cheer on their classmates, and enjoy being part of a team.
Early Dance Skills, Big Smiles,
and a Great Start
Preschool Stars is a 45-minute class created specifically for 3- and 4-year-olds who are ready for a little more structure and a lot of fun. This combination class introduces ballet, tap, and tumbling in a way that feels exciting, playful, and just right for growing preschoolers. Each class is carefully paced to match their developmental stage—helping them improve coordination, learn classroom routines, and gain confidence moving independently. With friendly instruction and a welcoming environment, Preschool Stars sets the tone for positive learning experiences that support future dance growth and happy, healthy habits.
What Makes Southwest Synergy Dance the Right Fit
for Your Family
We make it easy to fit dance into your family’s week. With a wide range of class options—including evening and weekend times—you can choose the schedule that works best for your routine, no matter how full it is.
Our studio is known for its friendly, family-first atmosphere. From the lobby to the classroom, you’ll find encouraging teachers, familiar faces, and a space where every child is seen, supported, and celebrated.
Southwest Synergy Dance is more than where kids learn to dance—it’s where families connect, friendships grow, and milestones are shared. Many of our dancers stay with us year after year because they feel right at home here.
Why Parents Choose Preschool Stars Over Other Activities for Ages 3–4
At this age, kids are learning how to move, listen, share, and express themselves. While there are many programs available for 3- and 4-year-olds, not all offer the structure, creativity, and support young children need to thrive. Some options focus on competition or free play, leaving little room for skill development. Preschool Stars is different—it offers an engaging mix of ballet, tap, and tumbling designed just for preschoolers. With thoughtful instruction and a playful approach, we help each child build confidence, coordination, and joy in movement. Here's how we compare:
Traditional sports often emphasize following instructions to win games, which can feel overwhelming or confusing at this age.
Even “introductory” leagues may encourage comparisons, scores, or performance pressure.
Some gym or sports classes offer physical activity but little room for imagination, expression, or music.
Large class sizes and minimal personal attention can leave young children feeling lost or distracted.
We guide children with gentle structure, helping them learn body awareness, rhythm, and classroom routines in a way that feels natural and fun.
Every dancer is encouraged to grow at their own pace—with no competition, just confidence-building.
From themed activities to storytelling in movement, creativity is woven into everything we do.
Our instructors create calm, focused classes where every child is seen, supported, and celebrated.
Confidence Begins with Connection and Control
In our Preschool Stars class, movement is more than just play—it’s how children begin to understand themselves and the world around them. At Southwest Synergy Dance, we guide 3- and 4-year-olds through carefully structured activities that build essential motor skills like balance, strength, and coordination. As they leap, stretch, tiptoe, and turn, dancers also develop body awareness, posture, and spatial understanding—all in a nurturing setting designed for their stage of growth.
Each part of class—from the warm-up to across-the-floor games—is created to help children feel successful and capable. Beyond the physical, dancers gain emotional confidence too. They learn to follow directions, work with peers, and stay focused in a group—skills that carry into preschool, kindergarten, and beyond. With patient instruction and lots of encouragement, our young dancers feel supported, seen, and excited to move.
Focus Grows When Learning Feels Like Play
Preschoolers are naturally curious, energetic, and imaginative—and that’s exactly the energy we build on in our Preschool Stars class. At Southwest Synergy Dance, we believe that when young children are engaged through movement and creativity, they’re more open to learning. That’s why every class combines structure with storytelling, rhythm, and playful challenges that teach important life skills like focus, listening, and task completion.
With each guided activity, dancers practice following directions, transitioning smoothly from one moment to the next, and staying attentive in a group setting. These lessons are woven into movement in a way that feels fun and rewarding—not forced. As children repeat patterns, remember steps, and respond to musical cues, they begin building habits that support success both in and out of the studio. It’s a playful path to self-discipline, independence, and lasting confidence.
Perseverance Starts with Encouragement
For many 3- and 4-year-olds, dance is one of the first places where they experience trying, struggling, and succeeding—all in one class. At Southwest Synergy Dance, we use those moments to teach perseverance in a way that’s uplifting and age-appropriate. Whether a dancer is working on skipping with both feet or remembering a short routine, every challenge is met with patience, praise, and support.
Our Preschool Stars class is designed to help young children feel proud of their effort—not just the outcome. Mistakes are welcomed as part of the learning process, and small wins are celebrated every step of the way. Through repetition, guided correction, and positive reinforcement, dancers begin to understand that practice builds progress. Over time, they grow more willing to keep trying—even when something feels new or hard. These early lessons in resilience stay with them far beyond the dance floor.
Friendship Begins in Shared Moments
At ages 3 and 4, children are learning how to be part of something bigger than themselves—and dance class is a wonderful way to support that growth. In our Preschool Stars class, community isn’t just a word—it’s part of the experience. Through circle games, group choreography, partner work, and simple classroom routines, young dancers explore what it means to listen, take turns, and work together.
These social experiences are thoughtfully woven into the structure of class, allowing children to learn teamwork in a way that feels natural and encouraging. Whether they’re waiting for their spot in line, offering a high-five, or sharing a moment of applause, they begin to understand the joy of supporting others and being supported in return. It’s in these small interactions that big social skills take root—like empathy, patience, and a sense of belonging. At Southwest Synergy Dance, every dancer is part of the group, and every voice matters.
Shared Experiences That Speak for Themselves
The connections formed within our walls go far beyond dance class. Parents often tell us how their children leave each week feeling more confident, creative, and connected—and that means everything to us. These reviews come straight from families who’ve felt the impact of our caring instructors, thoughtful programs, and positive environment. Their stories reflect what makes Southwest Synergy Dance feel like a second home—and why so many choose to stay, season after season.
My daughter who has been dancing at Synergy for 5 years now and I cannot imagine a better studio for her! Everyone has been amazing over the years. My daughter loves everything about her classes and now my son is taking them as well. We are very happy to be apart of the Synergy family!
I highly recommend Southwest Synergy Dance (SWSD). My daughter's experience has been exceptional, as she has developed not only excellent dance technique--evident in the many dancers who excel in competitions/promotions--but also valuable life skills like accountability and responsibility. SWSD fosters a positive and nurturing environment that encourages personal growth and development, supported by an incredibly professional and caring staff. My daughter feels valued and respected, and I'm confident that SWSD is the ideal place for young dancers to learn, grow, and thrive.
We have been dancing with Synergy for 5 years now and absolutely love it. The instructors are all absolutely amazing. Front desk staff is always friendly and helpful. The studio offers a wide range of classes for all ages in various genres of dance, with opportunities to participate in Christmas shows, spring recitals, service projects, mentor programs, summer classes, and the list goes on. And you can commit to as much or as little as you'd like, so whether you're looking to dance competitively or just for fun, they have something for everyone. We couldn't be happier!
We love everything about Southwest Synergy! My daughter has been dancing with them for 6 years and absolutely loves all of the teachers and staff members. Everyone is amazing there and makes you feel as though you are apart of the Synergy family from the get-go. We are very fortunate to have found a dance home with Mrs. Connie & team!
My daughter has been dancing at Synergy for 5 years now and absolutely loves it! She looks forward to coming to her classes. She is learning so much and gained the confidence to try out other dance classes they offer.
My daughter has been dancing at Synergy for the last four years and on there pre-company team for the last two years. The teachers are dedicated, encouraging and knowledgeable! They push and prepare our kids to do their best as dancers on and off the floor!
We have been with dance at synergy for 5 years now! My daughter started in diapers and now shes on the dance team. I have really seen her confidence grow over those years. She LOVES going to dance at synergy and loves all the instructors. All the older dancers are so helpful to the younger girls and my daughter always really feels included !
This is my daughters 5th year dancing at Southwest Synergy Dance and we could not be happier with our experience! Dance started out as just a Saturday morning activity and now this studio has become our second home. The friendships my daughter has made here are irreplaceable!
The director and instructors all work very hard to make sure each dancer can reach their personal dance goals. They go above and beyond by offering community service opportunities, leadership classes, and other activities to help provide the kids a well-rounded experience.
Whether you are looking for recreational or competitive dance, this is the place to be!
We have been a part of Southwest Synergy for about 8 years; my daughters absolutely love their time at the studio! The studio owner and all the teachers are fantastic. My kids look up to them and the teachers have the best interest of their students- classes are structured so that dancers remain engaged and motivated all while having fun and learning appropriate techniques. Whether recreational classes or competitive dance, the studio is committed to a dancer’s artistic growth, fostering their love of dance! Southwest Synergy has given my daughters confidence, friendships, and wonderful opportunities. Outside of dance classes, the studio offers various service projects and opportunities for dancers to engage in the community.
It has been a joy to watch my girls grow at Synergy and we are grateful to the teachers for their support. Highly recommend Southwest Synergy to any family looking for a great dance experience for their children!
Fantastic dance studio. We have been with Synergy for 6 yrs now. Both of my daughters love being at dance. They have gained so much from Synergy and formed amazing friendships while doing what they love...dancing. I highly recommend, the teachers and staff are amazing and very helpful.
We love it here! This is my son's third year and he is 5. Ms.Connie is the best and has been his teacher for the whole time from ballet and tap and now hip hop. I am amazed at how she can corral a group of little toddlers or kids. It is a great family atmosphere and the whole staff is wonderful. It is a an enjoyable experience to come to dance every week.
We love Southwest Synergy Dance! My three year old daughter loves coming to class every week. Danielle is a very patient and caring teacher.
She keeps the students engaged and motivated throughout the entire class. My daughter has learned so much. I love that her class includes tap, ballet, and acro and that it lasts 45 minutes. All other preschool classes that I looked at were only 30 minutes in length. I also believe that the prices for classes are very reasonable. All staff is amazingly kind and helpful. We can't wait for the recital coming up in the spring!
My daughters have been dancing with Synergy for 3 years now. They are very patient with my daughters. They are very informative and well organized. They have a very friendly staff.
Synergy is a wonderful studio with teachers who love and work hard so that every student feels successful. My daughter has loved every class over the past 5 years!
We have been with Southwest Synergy for 10 years and have enjoyed every minute of it. We love the studio, the instructors and the director, Connie O’Reel. The studio only has the kids best interest at heart and gives them every opportunity to be grow and be challenged. We also have a lot of fun! We love our dance family!!
We have been a part of the Synergy family for seven years which speaks for itself how great the studio is. It’s not just a dance studio but a family/community that enables dancers to learn and grow while offering a safe and caring environment. The director and her staff are 100% invested in their dancers growth, confidence, and happiness and not just how many trophys/awards are won. So glad we made the decision all those years ago to try out a class not knowing it would end up being a huge part of our lives for all these years.
I truly cannot speak highly enough about Southwest Synergy Dance and my daughter's experience there! She loves the classes, teachers, and fellow dancers. Through participating in the service projects and extra activities the studio offers, she has also learned much more than dance technique- character, citizenship, social skills, etc. The studio is amazing and everyone who works there is too.
My daughters have been dancing at Synergy for 6 years. My girls started as shy dancers - standing still at recital…to bringing so much energy, skill, and passion for dancing on the stage.
But at Synergy, they learn much more than dancing. The amazing director, helpful staff and talented teachers give life lessons that serve them well beyond the dance floor. They learn about making and reaching for goals. They learn about working as a team and caring for others. They gain confidence while being kind. They learn how to be strong while being graceful.
When you dance at Synergy, you have so much fun and you become part of a family!
My children have taken classes at Southwest Synergy Dance for the past few years. The teachers and staff go out of their way to make each child feel welcomed and important. Both of my children have progressed so much in their skills, techniques, and confidence! The teachers are patient and encouraging as they meet the students where they are and help them to progress forward to reach their goals. I am in awe of the growth my children have made! We have tried lots of different activities throughout the years, but dance at Southwest Synergy is far and away my kids' favorite! They love their teachers, classes, and dance friends!
My 2 year old daughter LOVES her dance class, Baby Stars! It's the perfect introduction for dance! Her teacher, Miss Rae, makes the class enjoyable as well as instructive! I highly recommend Southwest Synergy Dance, you won't be disappointed!
Synergy has been more than just a dance studio for my daughter. It’s like her home away from home, a place where she feels comfortable to be herself and grow her passion for dance. She has made lasting friendships and core memories. She has been dancing here for 7 years and has grown so much as a dancer thanks to the wonderful teachers. The studio owner and Director does so much for these dancers and has been there to support my daughter since her very first class as a 2 yr old.
Our daughters have been dancing at Southwest Synergy for 6 years. We absolutely love it! We love the front desk staff, the teachers, all of the class options and the amazing friends they have made through dance. The teachers have instilled a level of self confidence in our girls that is hard to match. If you are looking to start dance, or gain additional skills and techniques, we highly recommend Synergy. It is a first class experience!
My daughter has been dancing here for 7 years now, and we couldn't be happier! Every year I am in awe by how much my daughter has grown as a dancer. Her confidence level, her stage presence, her technique, and more is all thanks to the wonderful and amazing teachers and staff. They make the classes fun and engaging at all levels. My daughter has formed long-lasting friendships with many of the kids in her classes.
This studio is more than just dance, though! Not only does Synergy offer a variety of classes, but they host special events, workshops, and camps throughout the year. I also love that they focus on giving back to the community throughout the year through their service society.
When my daughter was diagnosed with cancer during her second year at the studio, the studio owner was incredibly supportive and got us into contact with a national dance organization that provided us with financial assistance with our medical bills. And while we didn't dance much that year, the studio kept in contact with us, checked in on my daughter frequently, and even invited us to the annual recital where they surprised my daughter with a costume and called her on stage to accept flowers from the kids in her class. I will forever be thankful for their support during that year.
This studio is truly a second home to my daughter, one she never wants to leave at the end of the night.
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FAQs
Dance is a powerful tool for early growth. In Preschool Stars, children develop coordination, rhythm, and motor control—while also learning to listen, take turns, and work with others. These physical and social skills create a strong foundation for school readiness and everyday confidence.
Preschool Stars is designed with both structure and imagination in mind. Each class combines ballet, tap, and tumbling in a way that feels exciting, creative, and just right for this age group. With a focus on fun, routine, and independence, dancers leave class feeling proud of what they’ve accomplished—and eager to come back.
Each 45-minute session includes a balance of stretching, rhythm work, basic dance technique, and playful, theme-based activities. Dancers explore ballet, tap, and tumbling through age-appropriate games and guided movement that support focus, body awareness, and classroom skills.
Yes. All Preschool Stars classes are led by experienced instructors who understand how to support early childhood development in a positive, nurturing way. Class sizes are intentionally kept small, so every child receives personal attention in a calm, structured environment.
Your encouragement makes all the difference. Talk about the class with excitement, stick to a consistent routine, and celebrate their effort—even if it’s just trying something new. These small moments of support help children build the confidence to keep showing up and growing.
Extra Perks That Make a Big Difference
Convenient Tinley Park location with plenty of parking and easy drop-off for busy parents.
New dancers can start with short-term sessions to explore the class before enrolling long-term.
Parents love our welcoming lobby, friendly staff, and the comfort of a studio that feels like home.
Dancers have the chance to perform on stage in low-pressure recital events that build confidence.
Get more information about our classes and schedule on the next page!