Primary (Junior School)

Strict ballet training is not undertaken before the age of 10.
Until this stage a child is not mentally or physically prepared for the discipline of formal ballet classes.
Junior School caters for the 4 to 9 years age group and assumes no previous dance training.
The course is an introduction to ballet, teaching musical appreciation, awareness of space and develops
a childs natural creativity. The result of many years of research, it is geared to develop and expand with the
mental and physical growth of the student.

Parents who are concerned about building a good foundation for their children will find the
Childrens Dance Course ideal.



Secondary (Senior School)

Students may undertake further studies in the secondary course.
Formal Classical Ballet training starts here, with three hours a week.
We also encourage students to take part in other special classes to broaded their dance horizons.

Tap

Exciting, fun and energetic, tap is a very musical dance style.
It encourages students to develop musicality and rhythm.
For students 8 years and over.

Jazz/Funk

A fun, fast moving and creative class.
Incorporating jazz technique and funk style.
For students 8 years and over.

Contemporary

Expressive and free flowing, it explores the different movements of dance and
develops a strong awareness of posture, balance, strength and rhythm.

 

VCE Dance

VCE dance study is designed to develop practical and theoretical understanding of dance.
It gives the student an understanding of the safe and correct way to use the body,
together with various approaches to choreography.
It also develops the students performance skills and explores the historical and cultural context of dance.

 

Annual Performance

An annual performance is held towards the end of the year in 4th term.
This is the highlight of the year for both teachers and students.
All students are strongly encouraged to participate.