Our Story
Nurturing Young Minds Through Dance in Wilmington
At Little Leaps, our journey began with a vision to create a nurturing space for early childhood dance classes in Wilmington, NC. Founded by Carrie L. Smith, our programs are designed to foster creativity, coordination, and confidence in young children
Founder's Story
After 20 years of dedication to her Connecticut dance studio, Carrie L. Smith embarked on a transformative journey in 2022. Selling her studio and moving to Wilmington, NC, she set her sights on her true purpose – to create a haven where tiny feet could find their beat, a place now known as Little Leaps.
With a mission to provide developmentally appropriate, holistic performing arts programs for children, Carrie crafted a curriculum that blends the fundamentals of dance with imaginative play. From ballet to tap, jazz, musical theater, and creative movement, every class at Little Leaps is an adventure in discovery and development.
"Where tiny feet find their beat," encapsulates the essence of Little Leaps. It is not just about teaching dance; it is about creating an environment where each child can discover their own rhythm. Through carefully curated programs and a commitment to each child's unique journey, Little Leaps is a place where tiny feet not only find their beat, they build a foundation for a future filled with confidence, self-expression, growth, and success.
Carrie’s decision to move to Wilmington was not just a geographical shift; it was a commitment to building a community that values the holistic development of young minds and bodies. From lively parent-child dance classes to imaginative play infused with music, Little Leaps is more than a dance school – it is a community dedicated to nurturing the whole child.
Carrie L. Smith
Founder
Miss Carrie has been sharing her love for dance with children for over 25 years. Originally from Barnstable, MA, Carrie began her dance training at the Cape Cod Conservatory. She graduated from Walnut Hill School for the Arts in Natick, MA and earned her B.A. in dance performance and choreography from Connecticut College. Carrie discovered a passion for teaching young children as the owner and lead early childhood educator at The Dance Corner in Killingworth, CT. Carrie is a More Than Just Great Dancing certified coach, a qualified member of Dance Educators of America and a certified Intellidance instructor. When she is not teaching little movers, Carrie loves sharing her business experiences and knowledge with small business owners to help them thrive.
Nurturing Young Minds Through Dance in Wilmington
At Little Leaps, our journey began with a vision to create a nurturing space for early childhood dance classes in Wilmington, NC. Founded by Carrie L. Smith, our programs are designed to foster creativity, coordination, and confidence in young children
Founder's Story
After 20 years of dedication to her Connecticut dance studio, Carrie L. Smith embarked on a transformative journey in 2022. Selling her studio and moving to Wilmington, NC, she set her sights on her true purpose – to create a haven where tiny feet could find their beat, a place now known as Little Leaps.
With a mission to provide developmentally appropriate, holistic performing arts programs for children, Carrie crafted a curriculum that blends the fundamentals of dance with imaginative play. From ballet to tap, jazz, musical theater, and creative movement, every class at Little Leaps is an adventure in discovery and development.
"Where tiny feet find their beat," encapsulates the essence of Little Leaps. It is not just about teaching dance; it is about creating an environment where each child can discover their own rhythm. Through carefully curated programs and a commitment to each child's unique journey, Little Leaps is a place where tiny feet not only find their beat, they build a foundation for a future filled with confidence, self-expression, growth, and success.
Carrie’s decision to move to Wilmington was not just a geographical shift; it was a commitment to building a community that values the holistic development of young minds and bodies. From lively parent-child dance classes to imaginative play infused with music, Little Leaps is more than a dance school – it is a community dedicated to nurturing the whole child.
Carrie L. Smith
Founder
Miss Carrie has been sharing her love for dance with children for over 25 years. Originally from Barnstable, MA, Carrie began her dance training at the Cape Cod Conservatory. She graduated from Walnut Hill School for the Arts in Natick, MA and earned her B.A. in dance performance and choreography from Connecticut College. Carrie discovered a passion for teaching young children as the owner and lead early childhood educator at The Dance Corner in Killingworth, CT. Carrie is a More Than Just Great Dancing certified coach, a qualified member of Dance Educators of America and a certified Intellidance instructor. When she is not teaching little movers, Carrie loves sharing her business experiences and knowledge with small business owners to help them thrive.
Testimonials
"Joining little leaps with Miss Carrie has been the best experience for my daughter. Each class I get to see her personality and confidence grow. The classes are so engaging for the little ones and parents. They are always full of energy, dancing and laughter (along with the occasional high pitch screams). It’s an amazing way to get yourself and your little one moving while seeing them develop and learn before your eyes through music and play. We love Miss Carrie and you will too!"
Tamekia Y., Little Leaps Parent
"As a former elementary educator turned stay-at-home mom, I couldn’t be more impressed with our experience at Little Leaps. Miss Carrie welcomed us by name the first time we met her and has made us feel like a special part of the Little Leaps community ever since! Her dance classes are perfect for my busy toddler (and even her baby sister). I am constantly amazed at the skills my daughter picks up after each class, such as listening and following directions, moving with coordination, and confidently expressing herself. I love connecting with other mothers and caregivers and seeing my daughter build relationships with her peers. My daughter asks to go to “dance class” almost daily and it has become the highlight of our week!"
Kelly W., Little Leaps Parent
Contact Us
ADDRESS
Little Leaps Currently offers classes at the following locations in New Hanover County:
DivaDance Port City, 2152 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC
City of Wilmington Fit For Fun Center, 302 S. 10th St., Wilmington, NC
Carolina Beach Recreation Center, 1121 N Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC
Coming Soon!
our new pad at 5226 S. College Rd, Unit 8-A, Wilmington
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About
Little Leaps is a children's dance studio located in Wilmington with an award-winning team dedicated to providing the best dance instruction while fostering creativity, confidence, and growth in every child.
Email: office@littleleapskids.com
Telephone: 910-994-3130
