COURSES OFFERED BY VPA STUDIOS

Ballet training forms the foundation of dance technique. The skills acquired through sound ballet training infiltrate and assist in the development of all styles of dance. At VPA Studios, RAD Ballet classes will be provided for both examination and non-examination students.

Jazz is a strong, fast paced and dynamic form of dance that fuses technique and personal flair. The VPA style of jazz is current, engaging and entertaining. 

Contemporary Dance is a dynamic form that originated in the early 20th century and is constantly evolving. Contemporary dance combines precision, release of the centre, self expression and personal interpretation.

This style is focused on conveying meaning and emotion through the intepretation of music. Lyrical dance is offered to our VPA Company Performers in their weekly workshops.  

Tap is a rhythmic and dynamic art form that melds percussive sound with the jazz style. VPA Studios specialises in the Glenn Wood Tap Syllabus, which is comprised of levels from grade 1 to 9.  At VPA we offer both examination and non-examination tap.

The Dance Conditioning classes are designed to implement evolving techniques useful for the development of key dance components including strength, alignment, control, coordination, endurance and flexibility.

Within the VPA style technique classes students are taught, and work towards refining, the techniques and skills specific to the jazz and contemporary style.

VPA Hip Hop is offered as a Just For Fun class on a weekly basis. Students will learn a routine that they will perform on stage at the end of year VPA concert.  

Our Mini Movers class is a specially designed class offered to our youngest VPA students, aged 3-5. This class is a fun and exciting introduction to the styles of Ballet and Jazz.