More Information and Age Groups

What Dance Classes we have Available

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Kindy Tots

Our Kindy Tots class is a favourite among our 4 and 5-year-old dancers! Designed to nurture a love of movement, this imaginative class introduces children to the world of dance through creative play, music, and storytelling.

In a fun and supportive environment, students develop fundamental movement skills, explore spatial awareness, and begin to connect music with movement. The class encourages freedom of expression, helping to build confidence, coordination, and a joyful foundation for future dance training.

Ballet

At WDC, students studying Classical Ballet are trained in the internationally recognised Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus. The RAD is one of the world’s largest and most influential dance education organisations, with a proud history of excellence and a global reach. Its patron was Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, reflecting its longstanding reputation and prestige.

Each year, over 250,000 students worldwide are taught the RAD examination syllabus, which focuses on building strong ballet technique, musicality, artistry, and discipline.

The Graded Examinations in Dance Syllabus includes two key disciplines:

Ballet – The foundation of the syllabus, focusing on classical technique, posture, coordination, strength, and grace.
Character Dance – A theatrical interpretation of traditional national dances, adapted for the stage. The syllabus includes three historically significant styles:
- Hungarian
- Russian
- Polish
  These styles have played an important role in the evolution of 19th-century classical ballet and bring a vibrant, cultural element to training.

RAD training provides a structured progression through levels and is ideal for dancers aiming to build a solid technical foundation, whether for personal development or a future in dance.

Pre-Primary Ballet - (Prep at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 5 to 6.
Primary Ballet - (Year 1 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 6 to 7.
Grade One Ballet - (Year 2 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 7 to 9.
Grade Two Ballet - (Year 4 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 9 to 10.
Grade Three Ballet - (Year 5 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 10 to 11.
Grade Four Ballet - (Year 6 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 11 to 12.
Grade Five Ballet - (Year 7 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 12 to 13.
Discovering Repertoire (One to Four) - (Year 8+ at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 13+.
Intermediate Foundation - (Year 8 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 13 - 14.
Intermediate Ballet - (Year 9 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 14 - 15.
Advance Foundation - (Year 10 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 15 - 16.
Advanced One Ballet - (Year 11 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 16 - 17.
Advanced Two Ballet - (Year 12 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 17 - 18.

Tap

At WDC, our Tap students are trained in the Glenn Wood Tap (GWT) syllabus, a rhythm-based tap program launched in 2004 by renowned Australian tap educator and adjudicator Glenn Wood.

The GWT syllabus is grounded in strong technical foundations and pays homage to the classic tap styles of the past, while embracing rhythm, clarity, and style. Designed to progressively develop a dancer’s tap skills, it places strong emphasis on musicality, timing, and foot articulation.

Today, GWT is taught in over 300 dance schools across Australia and beyond, making it one of the most respected tap syllabi available.

Tap at WDC is a fun, energetic, and technical class where students quickly learn to listen to the beat, count rhythms, and perform with precision and flair.

Tap 1 - (Year 1 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 6 to 7.
Tap 2 - (Year 2 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 7 to 8.
Tap 3 - (Year 3 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 8 to 9.
Tap 4 - (Year 4 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 9 to 10.
Tap 5 - (Year 5 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 10 to 11.
Tap 6 - (Year 6 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 11 to 12.
Tap 7 - (Year 7 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 12 to 13.
Tap 8 - (Year 8 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 13 - 14.
Tap 9 - (Year 9 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 14 - 15.
Tap 10 - (Year 10 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 15 - 16.
Tap 11 to 13 - (Year 11 at School) Born 1 July - 30 June, Age 16+

Acro

Acrobatics

Acro Dance is a unique and physically demanding style that blends classical dance technique with precision acrobatic elements. Known for its seamless transitions between fluid movement and powerful tricks, Acro challenges dancers to master both technical dance skills and gymnastic strength.

This exciting style develops flexibility, balance, strength, coordination, and body control, making it a perfect complement to other dance disciplines. Because of its complexity, Acro requires focused training in both dance and acrobatics—but the results are dynamic, eye-catching performances that truly stand out on stage.

Primary Acro- (Year 1+ at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 6+.
Junior Acro - (Year 2+ at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 7+.
Pre-Intermediate - (Year 3+ at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 8+.
Intermediate - (Year 4+ at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 9+.
Pre - Senior - (Year 5+ at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 10+.
Senior (Year 5+ at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 10+.

Reminder Acro is Purely based on Ability above is an age guide.

Jazz

In our Jazz classes, students experience a structured and disciplined environment where they learn routines built on correct technique. This class focuses on fundamental jazz skills, including basic positions, turns, jumps, and leaps.

Students develop coordination through both centre work and locomotor progressions such as skips, leaps, and gallops, while also practicing proper stretching techniques to build strength and flexibility.

Each lesson introduces new dance steps and combinations set to fun, age-appropriate music—helping dancers grow their skills and enjoy the vibrant energy of jazz dance.

Pre-Primary Jazz - (Prep at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 5 to 6.
Primary Jazz - (Year 1 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 6 to 7.
Pre-Junior Jazz - (Year 2 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 7 to 8.
Junior Jazz - (Year 3 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 8 to 9.
Pre-Intermediate Jazz- (Year 4 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 9 to 10.
Intermediate Jazz - (Year 5 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 10 to 11.
Teen Jazz - (Year 6 to 8 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 11 to 13. (NON-Ballet Students)
Pre-Senior Jazz - (Year 6 to 8 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 11 to 13.
Senior Jazz - (Year 9 to 12 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 14+.

Modern

Modern dance at WDC is a contemporary style designed for students who have been training in ballet for several years and are ready to develop additional strength and technique. This class is ideal for dancers aged 9 to 10 years and older.

Please note that Modern dance classes have strict class size limits to ensure quality instruction and individual attention.

Enrollment in Modern dance is exclusively available to students currently studying Ballet at RAD Grade 2 level or higher.

Junior - (Year 4 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 9 to 11.
Intermediate Modern - (Year 6 t0 8 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 11 to 13.
Senior Modern - (Year 9 to 12 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 14+.

Hip-hop

Hip-Hop

Hip Hop is a vibrant dance style that grew out of Hip Hop music and culture, featuring a variety of dynamic moves and styles. At WDC, our teacher Miss Tia brings her expertise to teach different Hip Hop styles, helping students develop rhythm, creativity, and confidence on the dance floor.

Junior Hip-Hop - (Year 2 to 3 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 7 to 8.
Intermediate Hip-Hop - (Year 4 to 5 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 9 to 11.
Pre-Senior Hip-Hop - (Year 6 t0 8 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 11 to 13.
Senior Hip-Hop - (Year 9 to 12 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 14+.

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre combines acting, dancing, and singing to develop the essential skills needed for a career on stage—all while having a blast! This fun and dynamic class nurtures creativity, confidence, and performance skills in a supportive environment.

Junior Musical Theatre - (Year 5 to 8 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 10 to 12.
Senior Musical Theatre - (Year 9 to 12 at School) Born 1 July – 30 June, Age 13+.

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