Classes

Step into a world of grace, poise, and creativity with our ballet classes, perfect for dancers of all levels! Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced dancer refining your technique, our classes offer professional instruction in a supportive and inspiring environment. Explore classical movements, improve strength and flexibility, and express yourself through the timeless art of ballet. Join us to experience the joy of dance and the elegance of movement!

Experience the best of three dynamic styles in one exciting class! Combo blends the energy and rhythm of jazz with the fluidity and emotion of contemporary and lyrical dance. Perfect for dancers looking to expand their skills, this class explores expressive choreography, technique, and artistry in a supportive and creative environment. Whether you’re sharp and sassy or soft and soulful, Combo has something for every dancer.

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 This high-energy class combines the grace of dance with the athleticism of acrobatics, teaching skills like cartwheels, walkovers, handsprings, contortion and more. Perfect for dancers looking to add dynamic tricks and fluid transitions to their repertoire. This class focuses on strength, flexibility, and control in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to master advanced moves, join us to take your performance to new heights!

Defy Dance Academy Hip-Hop class is perfect for all levels. This class breaks down the newest moves and classic hip-hop styles while building rhythm, coordination, and confidence. Learn fun, upbeat choreography to your favourite tracks and discover your unique style. Whether you’re just starting out or levelling up your skills, this class is all about expression, creativity, and having a blast. Come dance with us and own the floor!

Let your little ones twirl, leap, and have fun in our Preschool Dance Class! Designed for ages 3-5, this class introduces basic dance movements through imaginative games, music, and storytelling. Children will build coordination, balance, and confidence while exploring the joy of dance in a fun and nurturing environment. Perfect for budding dancers, this class inspires creativity and sets the foundation for a lifelong love of movement!

Step into the world of K-Pop! Learn the latest and most popular choreographies from your favourite K-Pop hits, incorporating dynamic moves and the infectious rhythms that make K-Pop so addictive. Perfect for all levels, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, this class will explore the commercial movement of K-Pop. Discover your inner idol and have a blast dancing to the hottest tracks in this upbeat and fun environment!

Step into the spotlight in our Musical Theatre Dance Class! This dynamic class combines dance styles with the dramatic flair of musical theatre, teaching choreography and movement inspired by iconic shows and films. You’ll learn how to express emotions through dance while mastering technique and style. Perfect for dancers of all levels, this class helps you build confidence, storytelling skills, and versatility in a fun and creative environment. Whether you’re aiming for the stage or just love to perform, this class is for you!

Elevate your dance technique with our Turns, Leaps, Jumps class! Designed to refine and enhance your skills across all dance styles this class focuses on building precision, control, and power in key areas—turns, leaps, and jumps. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced dancer, you’ll improve your core strength, agility, and performance quality. Master graceful turns, soaring leaps, and dynamic jumps that will take your dance to new heights. Join us and elevate your technique today!

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Get ready to shine in our Mini Pre-Competition class, designed for dancers aged 7-10 who are preparing to join one of our competition teams. This class focuses on building technical skills, teamwork, and stage presence, with an emphasis on cultivating a strong foundation in dance. Students will learn choreography, refine their technique, and develop the confidence needed to compete. With a supportive environment and individualised attention, this class sets the stage for future success on the competition floor. Perfect for dancers who are ready to take their training to the next level!

Our competition teams perform and compete all over the country in Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Hiphop, Kpop, Bollywood and so much more. These teams are full of passionate students who work hard and perform harder. In these teams we focus on teamwork and supporting each other as well as pushing to be the best dancer each individual student can be. We expect students in these teams also do our Ballet and Acrobatics classes. These teams are selected carefully by our teachers.

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Take your performance to new heights with our Aerials Dance Class! At Defy we are lucky enough to have a couple of phenominal aerialists to teach this class. In this class you will work on aerial equipment including Silks, Lyra, Hammock and Trapeze. You’ll build strength, flexibility, and coordination while learning graceful and dynamic movements in the air. Perfect for dancers who want to add a unique and challenging element to their repertoire, this class offers an exhilarating way to express yourself through movement. Join us and soar above the rest!

Hoop is a fun and diverse manipulation prop that Defy Dance Academy offers. In this class you will learn a mix of hoop skills on different body parts as well as one and multi-person throws and catches and the ability to manipulate single and multi-hoop moves. We teach hoop in a dance format using both your body and the apparatus together, making it an exciting style to add to your performance repertoire. This class also teaches a mix of juggling with balls and clubs as well as some staff work.

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At Defy Dance Academy any student can take solo classes. Some solo classes work on training solo dances for competitions and shows, while others can be to work on technique or extra help close to exams. Solo classes allow valuable one on one time with the teacher who can put their whole focus on you and guide you through every movement without the distraction of watching a whole class.

Our Adult Professional team of dancers perform at events nation-wide. These dancers are well trained and wish to continue dancing and performing at a high level without it necessarily being their full time job (although for some it is). We are available to be hired for all sorts of events, from corporate to festivals and anything else you can think of. If you wish to join our team or hire us, please contact us at

 defydanceacademy11@gmail.com

Always wanted to learn dance but never had the chance? Or danced when you were young but want to pick it up again? This is the class for you. You will learn impressive choreography and technique. This class is taught specifically for the adult brain and takes into account how adults learn differently from children. 

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Step into the world of glitz and glamour with our Burlesque Dance Class! This captivating class combines sensual movement, playful choreography, and a touch of theatrical flair. Perfect for anyone looking to boost confidence, enhance body awareness, and explore the art of self-expression. You’ll learn both classic and modern burlesque routines. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, this class is a fun and empowering way to celebrate your unique style and stage presence. Join us and let your inner showgirl shine!

This class is 18+

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Avonside Girls’ High School students—step into the spotlight at Defy Dance Academy! This exclusive dance class is designed just for you, providing a supportive environment where you can explore different dance styles, improve your technique, and have fun. Whether you’re into jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, or lyrical, our experienced instructors will guide you in developing your skills and boosting your confidence. Perfect for anyone looking for the opportunity to connect with fellow students and express yourself through movement. Join us and dance your way to success!

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Reconnect with the Avonside Girls’ High School community at Defy Dance Academy! Whether you’re over 60 or under 60, we have a dance class designed just for you. These fun, low-impact sessions are a great way to stay active, enjoy movement, and socialize with fellow alumni. Our experienced instructors will guide you through classic dance styles and contemporary routines, tailored to suit all fitness levels. It’s a wonderful opportunity to reminisce, make new friends, and keep dancing in a supportive, welcoming environment. Join us and rediscover the joy of movement at any age!

At Defy Dance Academy, we believe in breaking down barriers and celebrating every dancer’s unique abilities. Our dance classes include group classes for individuals who are physically challenged as well as group classes for individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities. These classes are aimed at teens and are specifically designed to provide a supportive, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. No matter what your ability is, we’ll tailor the class to suit your individual needs, ensuring that everyone can participate fully and express themselves through movement. This class is a safe space to explore dance, build confidence, and make friends. We also encourage all students to sign up for any other classes they are interested in—because we don’t believe in limits at Defy!

Elevate your celebration with Defy Dance Academy’s professional dancers and choreographers! Whether it’s a wedding dance, a fun party activity, a school group, a leavers dance, or a corporate event, we’ve got you covered. Our elite group of performers can create bespoke choreography tailored to your vision and teach it to you and your guests, or perform themselves, ensuring an unforgettable experience. From intimate wedding dances to energetic group performances, we bring the creativity, energy, and expertise needed to make your event truly memorable. Let us add a touch of elegance and excitement to your special occasion!

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 If you wish to join the Academy or hire us for an event, please contact us at 

defydanceacademy11@gmail.com