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Junior Jive is a proudly South African Music and Movement Programme designed specifically for young children. We focus on developing perceptual skills through the joyful and enriching medium of music.
We’re excited to take your little Maestro on a new adventure each week, filled with movement, rhythm, imagination and discovery!
“Many of the same neurons that are used in music are also used in math, language, and thinking.”
Our Classes
Baby Maestros (4 months-2 yrs)
Our Baby Maestros programme supports early motor milestones—like holding up the head, rolling, sitting, and pulling to stand—through gentle action songs and percussion play. Singing (both a cappella and with backing track) soothes, stimulates listening, and supports early language development.
As toddlers start to walk and explore, we focus on building confidence, supporting emotional comfort (especially during stranger anxiety), and refining motor skills through joyful musical experiences.
Mini Maestros (2-4 yrs)
As children become more verbal and socially aware, the Junior Jive Mini Maestros Programme encourages self-expression through music, movement, and play. Lessons include “Mind Moves” brain exercises paired with classical music, energetic motor skill games, and language-rich songs. Children build confidence among peers, expand their vocabulary, and are gently introduced to musical concepts in a creative, playful environment.
Master Maestros (4-6 yrs)
At this stage, we develop coordination, listening, social skills, and music knowledge. Children explore a variety of percussion instruments, learn about local and international composers, and engage in singing, music games, and imaginative movement. Our aim is to deepen musical understanding while building group participation and creative expression.
Pro Maestros (6-9 yrs)
Older learners are ready for more structured lessons that lay the foundation for formal music education. The Junior Jive Pro Maestros programme introduces basic music notation, ensemble playing, and further coordination skills using various instruments. The lessons support early reading, numeracy, teamwork, and concentration—preparing children for primary school and beyond.
Locate Us
Cape Town, Northern suburbs: emma@juniorjive.co.za
Cape Town, Southern suburbs: lauren@juniorjive.co.za
Johannesburg West: sharnay@juniorjive.co.za
Johannesburg North: jessica@juniorjive.co.za
Pretoria: ria@juniorjive.co.za
Mbombela: nelmarie@juniorjive.co.za
Emjejane and Whiteriver: heleen@juniorjive.co.za