Dance Development Centre
55 Crofts Crescent Spence, ACT Australia 2615
dancedevelopment.com.au
02 6259 1550
Dance Development Centre (DDC) is Canberra’s preeminent dance school boasting a stunning 35 year history. Our studios are located in the leafy suburb of Spence, ACT, we’ve seen generations of dance students pass through our doors. We have a supportive and nurturing atmosphere with dance classes for everyone from babies to adults, fitness to performance specific and beginner classes right through to our vocational dance courses for those students reaching for the great heights of a career in dance.

Kim Harvey School of Dance
The Oak, 11 Rosevear Place, DICKSON
kimharveydance.com.au
02 6230 0425
One of Canberra’s leading dance schools, established for 30 years, we provide a careful and encouraging environment in our state of the art purpose built studios. Our highly qualified and dedicated faculty provide professional tuition in classical ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, performance, hip hop, musical theatre and strength and conditioning for all students, whether dancing for fun or aspiring to a dance career. Past students are now in professional training institutions and dance companies/employment around the world.

Lisa Clark Dance Centre
3/73 Sheppard St, HUME
lisaclarkdancecentre.com.au
02 6260 2272
Specialising in classical ballet, our part-time program includes two half-days of classes in school hours, along with our extensive after school program. Working alongside Sportstec Clinic, physios specialising in dance injury prevention, rehabilitation and Pilates, our teachers are fully qualified dance teachers, former industry professionals, dedicated and passionate about what they do. Recent student successes include placement at Houston Ballet Academy, the Australian Ballet School, European Ballet School, Dutch National Ballet School and acceptance into Summer Programs at Royal Ballet School, Houston Ballet School, School of American Ballet and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School.

New South Wales

Sydney – Lower North Shore

Tanya Pearson Academy
Unit D, 12 Frederick Street St Leonards NSW 2065
tanyapearsonacademy.com.au
+61 (02) 9062 3241
The Tanya Pearson Academy offers elite level classical ballet training for students of all ages, from Tiny Tots through to Young Adults. The Academy, founded by Tanya Pearson OAM in 1971, is renowned for its long history of excellence in classical ballet training.

North Shore Dance Academy
St Ives Uniting Church, corner Mona Vale Rd & Douglas Street, ST IVES
northshoredanceacademy.com.au
0451 730 365
North Shore Dance Academy celebrates 28 years of excellence in ballet, contemporary, jazz/hip hop, eisteddfod successes and an annual concert. NSDA, under the leadership of Anne Gray, has a professional and caring faculty. Alumni are dancing with The Australian Ballet and companies overseas. The Academy is extremely proud of Ben Moss and Jordan Sawtell who have been accepted into The Australian Ballet School for 2020.

Sydney – Eastern Suburbs

The Teresa Johnson Ballet School
• St George’s Anglican Church245 Glenmore Road, Paddington 2021
• St John’s Anglican Church120 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst 2010
• East Sydney Community Arts CentreCorner of Burton and Palmer Streets, Darlinghurst 2010
teresajohnsonballet.com
0410 423 598
The Teresa Johnson Ballet School, established in the eastern suburbs of Sydney in 2000, aims to pass on the love of dance to young children and inspire them to express themselves through the wonderful art form of ballet, as well as the dance styles of jazz and contemporary. We take pride in our excellent teaching faculty who are committed to ensure that our students reach their full potential.

The Teresa Johnson Ballet School as a dance studio, aims to develop each students artistry, technique, musicality, and joy of dance to its fullest extent.

Sydney – Inner West

ED5 International
Bakehouse Lane, Cnr of George St & Allen St, NORTH STRATHFIELD
ed5international.com.au/juniorschool
02 9746 0848
Elena and Mario De Cinque founded ED5INTERNATIONAL in 1991. They have a lifetime of expertise and knowledge and have worked with many generations, producing impeccable talent for the entertainment industry. The teachers are Sydney’s most recognised performing arts specialists and our priority is to keep all students connected for their future careers. Held in a 5 Star studio complex, ED5INTERNATIONAL is built on excellence, honesty, integrity and professionalism. Students benefit from a supportive family environment where the entire team cares about the progress, achievements and experience of each student. Enter our famous red doors and begin your ED5 journey.




Honeybrook School of Dancing
Balmain
honeybrookdance.com
0411 288 765
The school, started by two sisters Elaine and Shirley Honeybrook, has been operating in the Balmain area for over 75 years. Miss Shirley’s daughters, Leanne and Donna, along with their families now run the school. The close family like atmosphere means most students see the school like a second home. We offer classical ballet (RAD), tap, jazz, singing, drama, acrobatics, musical theatre and a boys class. We pride ourselves on individual attention given to all our students, whether it’s for fun, friendships or going into the Industry.

The McDonald College After Hours Program
17 George St, NORTH STRATHFIELD
mcdonaldcollegeafterhours.com.au
02 9752 0600
The McDonald College runs a large and dynamic After Hours Program that caters to students within the College and to external students within the wider community who share a love of dance and performance. The program offers engaging and diverse classes including preschool ballet, RAD classical ballet, contemporary, READY SET DANCE, lyrical, hip hop/funk, eisteddfod groups, musical theatre (acting, singing, dancing), and private music tuition. The program is suitable for ages 3 and up.

Sydney – Outer West

Epiphany Dance & Co
6a/1267 The Horsley Drive, WETHERILL PARK NSW 2164
epiphanydance.com.au
0439 000 132
Epiphany Dance & Co. provides a dance program that enables a student to learn all genres of dance including ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theatre, hip hop and acrobatics. We combine structured classes with freedom of expression and allow students to explore their artistry and artistic flair through a focus on improvisation, choreographic training, prop/set design and production logistics. Throughout the year, students are exposed to several dance focused classes along with makeup and costuming exposure and live performance opportunities. All students are involved in a theatrical end of year production consisting of 2 or 3 Acts, they work with choreographers, designers, videographers, photographers, and stagehands to produce a large live show.

Sydney – Outer South

KRS Dance
6/9 – 11 Ethell Road, KIRRAWEE
krsdance.com.au
02 9545 4004
A vibrant dance studio in Kirrawee, Sutherland Shire with a focus on dance technique and nurturing a love of dance. Both recreational and performance programs have developed talented dancers and choreographers. Our strong RAD classical ballet program produces successful exam results, and mentoring and performance opportunities. Also on offer are jazz, contemporary and lyrical (modern), tap, acrobatics, stretch and technique, hip hop, boys only hip hop classes and we also proudly teach the babyballet preschool program, all in a friendly and nurturing environment. Our Pre-Professional class has proved successful as a springboard into the industry and full time dance.

Newcastle

National College of Dance Junior Academy
Cnr Young and Lloyd Roads, LAMBTON

nationalcollegeofdance.com
02 4952 9294
Be inspired, feel an individual and develop your career with the National College of Dance. Renowned for creating unique, strong and versatile dancers, our vision is to provide students with an environment where students can feel free to explore their passion and artistry while receiving world-class training. With a focus on working with choreographers, students receive ongoing support, career planning and mentoring and a proven history of students with outstanding careers placement. All while learning the key elements of having a career in a professional industry.

Ablaze Dance Academy
2/116 Garden Grove Parade, ADAMSTOWN

ablazedanceacademy.com.au
0437 590 054
Ablaze Dance Academy develops outstanding dance technique and style, offering a range of programs to suit individuals at various stages of their dance training. These programs have been developed to nurture and train talented young dancers in classical ballet, contemporary, commercial jazz, tap, acrobatics, hip hop and musical theatre. The studio provides access to highly qualified, experienced and dedicated teachers who are committed to helping dancers reach their full potential. Students are mentored in a supportive environment as they work toward achieving their goals. Students can complete their Cert III and/or Cert IV through the Australian Dance Institute.

South Australia

gwb studios
50 Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Adelaide, SA, Australia, South Australia
gwbstudios.com
08 8361 8888

Prepare for the world stage

An elite dance program located in South Australia, delivering the highest quality classical technique, physical and emotional tools, whilst fostering creativity, artistry and passion for dance.

Acting/Mime for Dance
Character
Classical Extension Program
Contemporary,
Demi Pointe and Pointe Technique
Onsite Dance Physiotherapist
Progressing Ballet Technique
Rambert Contemporary Program
Reformer Pilates
Repertoire
SACE Dance
Stretch & Conditioning
Vaganava Ballet

Certificate III in Dance – CUA30120
Certificate IV in Dance – CUA40120

With students choice of Classical & Contemporary or Musical Theatre streams.

After-School, Full Time and Classical Extension Programs

Queensland

Brisbane – East

Bayside Dance
184 Melville Terrace, MANLY
baysidedance.com.au
0402 927 688
Located in Wynnum-Manly, Bayside Dance encourages enjoyment of dance through creativity, strong technical training and a nurturing environment. We have three studios and multiple dance styles on offer for students from ages 2 to adult, including ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, acro, musical theatre, hip hop and boys-only classes. The teachers at Bayside Dance have a vast range of experience across disciplines. Our collective approach is to share our love of dance while being supportive and encouraging.

Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy
25 Junction Rd, MORNINGSIDE
kwda.com.au
07 3399 7943
KWDA aims to provide a friendly atmosphere for children of all ages to learn different types of dance. We provide a wide range of classes for all ages and abilities in purpose built professional dance studios. Some of our achievements include; students being accepted into, The Australian Ballet School (on a full scholarship), Queensland Ballet Company, Youth American Grand Prix NYC Finals, Royal Ballet Summer School, Houston Ballet Academy Scholarship and many more.

Brisbane – North

The Premier Dance Academy
Clayfield College Sports Complex, Cnr Sandgate & Wagner Rd, CLAYFIELD QLD 4011 & Level 1, Milton Village 12 – 36 Baroona Rd MILTON
thepremierdance.com
07 3369 1133
Since 1994, Premier Dance Academy has been offering children the opportunity to explore the arts and discover their potential—whether for fun, fitness, or pursuing a future career in dance. We provide a wide range of classes, including classical ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, hip hop, singing, musical theatre, and acrobatics, with a specialised Junior Dancers program for children as young as 16 months up to Prep age. Optional assessments are available in RAD Classical Ballet, Comdance Jazz and Tap, and high school students can pursue a Certificate III in Dance through Empowerdance. Our teachers are registered, certified, and many are former professional dancers. All staff hold current Blue Cards and First Aid certificates.

Promenade Dance Studio
26 Glentanna Street, Kedron, QLD 4031
promenadedance.com.au
07 3733 0900
At Promenade Dance Studio, we aim to inspire each student to realise his or her own potential, and are committed to providing the highest quality dance education in a positive and encouraging learning environment. We are located on the northside in Brisbane, in our very own purpose built studios in Kedron.

Continually motivating students to work to the best of their ability, we place an emphasis on nurturing the creativity and individuality of each student, while still maintaining and developing the more demanding technical and aesthetic aspects of dance.

We offer, Ballet, Ballet Extension Program, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Musical Theatre and Acrobatics.

Dance at Promenade extends much further than just the steps or the music.

We Love Dance!
For fun, for friends, for life…

Victoria

Melbourne – South

Beau-Rock Ballet School
Black Rock Civic Centre, Cnr Balcombe Road and College Grove,
Beaumaris Girl Guides Hall, Martin Street,
Beaumaris Community Centre, Reserve Road
Beaumaris Sea Scout Hall, Bodley Street,
beau-rockballet.com.au
0412 225 538
The school is one of the oldest ballet schools in Victoria and is well known for producing carefully trained students. We offer a wide range of classes including classical ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, lyrical and hip-hop, with exam and eisteddfod opportunities. Catering for the once a week student, the dedicated hobbyist and those aiming for a career in dance or dance teaching. We foster a happy, non-competitive environment, because above all dancing should be fun.