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Hand in Hand 1

Ages 16 to 24 months* | Co-ed | Ongoing enrollment (September-June)

Tuition pro-rated weekly | Located at Boston, Brookline, and Newton Studios

One class per week, 45 minutes

Designed for mobile toddlers, Hand in Hand 1 encourages children to confidently explore movement while developing coordination, balance, imagination, and social interaction in a playful and supportive environment. Alongside the active presence of a caregiver, students are led through creative movement activities and obstacle courses enhanced with lively music, exciting stories and positive reinforcement.

Developmental Focus:

  • Walking, running, and early jumping skills
  • Climbing and distance awareness
  • Balance and body control
  • Imitation and musical response
  • Object permanence and problem solving
  • Early creative exploration

Typical Activities:

  • Walking to a musical beat
  • Starting and stopping with music
  • Jumping, marching, and spinning
  • Tunnel and obstacle-course exploration
  • Animal movements and imaginative play
  • Sharing and passing props with peers
  • Obstacle course designed to improve standing, balance, climbing and walking skills.

*Age as of August 31, 2026

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Your investment is guaranteed

Your enrollment is an investment in our shared future and directly supports the artists, faculty and staff who make everything you love about Boston Ballet possible. As a non-profit, we rely on your investment now more than ever. When you enroll in Boston Ballet School, you give us the gift of a solid financial foundation upon which to build our upcoming programming.

We continue to monitor daily updates from public health agencies, and will adjust our programming, logistics and availability accordingly so we open only when everyone can feel safe and secure, and can operate in a manner that is responsible. In the event that our programming changes, you will be the first to know and will be guaranteed a full credit, refund, or tax-deductible donation option (your choice).

Hand in Hand 1 2023-2024 School Year