About
Mission Statement
ATDance has been part of the local community for 25 years and gives new students a warm welcome to our friendly dance family. Our team of dedicated, inspiring and enthusiastic teachers use their professional skills and expertise to encourage every child and adult to achieve their potential in whatever class they wish to try.
We want to see our students grow in confidence and strongly believe in giving them the opportunities to perform in our annual shows as well as outdoor displays and community events. ATDance encourages each child to successfully progress through the school to 18 years under the experienced guidance of our teachers. Those who take ballet, tap and modern classes will be entered for ISTD examinations when they are confident and ready to succeed. Whether a career in dance or theatre is their aim, the life skills they develop with us will remain with them forever.
What We Do
We don’t just teach, we nurture an amazing dance journey for the child, their parents and adult dancers too. ATDance has their own ‘student wellbeing teacher’ available for advice and support with any matters that may affect their mental or physical health. We are also unique in having Simba, our emotional support dog who can meet and greet our students at class *subject to parental permission
Karen Speers
Principal
The Principal, Karen Speers, has four decades of dance and teaching experience combining her love of dance with a passion for teaching both children and adults. She has a Bachelor of Education degree, Certificate of Advanced Studies in Education (Dance) and ISTD Certificate in Dance Education. Karen has a loyal and supportive team of 12 teachers who nurture all their students to achieve their best in dance and performing arts as well as develop their life skills along the way.
Dancer’s Journey
Our dedicated, inspiring and caring team encourage every student to achieve their potential with success.
Our Classes
Preschool
The perfect introduction to dance for our youngest dancers.
Juniors
Developing skills and confidence to utilise outside the studio.
Inters & Seniors
Establishing solid technique and performance skills.
Adults
Classes for adults whether you have danced before or not.
“Thank you for being such a great school and making the children's dreams come true”
— Debbie, Mum to Paige