Tell me and I will surely forget
Show me and I might remember
But make me do it and I
Will certainly understand.
(Chinese proverb)

Private Lessons

We love to teach.  Seeing our students improve in skills and confidence is our greatest reward.  Our standards are high and it is our job to help our students become the best social or competitive dancers they are capable of becoming.  We are happy to provide lessons for individuals, couples or groups.

Our main studio is 1st Floor, 18 Windorah Street, Stafford, Brisbane and Uniting Church, Bald Hills, 2131 Gympie Road, Bald Hills. Up to 4 people can attend the private lesson, however if you have more people who want to attend the lesson, please feel free to contact us.

Throughout the year we are also invited to teach interstate, throughout New Zealand and Asia.  contact us to see when we will be there.

Important note – Please ready payment conditions.

Please note that all lessons cancelled with between 24 - 48 hours notice will be CHARGED IN FULL, no matter what the reason.  If you are not prepared to accept this condition please do not book private lessons.

Workshops / Lectures

Our workshops and lectures are both entertaining and enlightening. We have conducted them successfully in many countries around the world. Each workshop is carefully planned to ensure that no-one walks away without gaining something useful to help them with their dancing.

If you would like us to develop workshop or lecture please feel free to contact us

Demonstrations/Shows

If you would like something different and entertaining for your function, on request we will demonstrate all five ballroom dances or a selection of dances chosen by you.

Our demonstration dances will communicate to the audience all the magic beauty and fun of ballroom dancing. If you would like us to do a show purely for your entertainment, we are happy to oblige.

Stafford Classes

1st Floor, 18 Windorah Street, Stafford

Come along a see our brand new AIR CONDITIONED studio with  your friends and learn to Dance in a Fun, friendly and relaxed Atmosphere??

Want to dance Like the Stars??

FREE ADULT BEGINNERS INTRODUCTORY CLASS

Free introduction Ballroom and Latin class

Your chance to sample our adult beginners Ballroom and Latin Class absolutely no obligation - Try before you buy.

Bring along your friends, have some fun!!

Date:          Friday 5th March 2010

Time:          7.30pm - 8-25pm

Cost:          FREE

Dances:      Social Foxtrot ** Cha Cha Cha ** Salsa ** Waltz

Lucky draw!!! one person will win a free course, Beginners only. $10 off the course fee for all those that register on the night.

                          NO PARTNER NEEDED

ADULT BEGINNERS

NEW 8 WEEK COURSE

Date:          Tuesday 16th March 2010 (8 weeks)

Time:          7.30pm - 8-25pm Tuesdays

Cost:          $80 per person or $150 per couple

Dances:      Social Foxtrot ** Cha Cha Cha ** Salsa ** Waltz

                   NO PARTNER NEEDED

ADULT INTERMEDIATE

NEW 8 WEEK COURSE

Date:          Tuesday 16th March 2010 (8 Weeks)

Time:          8.30pm - 9.25pm Tuesdays

Cost:          $80 per person or $150 per couple

Dances:      Social Foxtrot ** Cha Cha Cha ** Salsa ** Waltz

                   NO PARTNER NEEDED

To Register please contact Us

ADULT ADVANCED

NEW 8 WEEK COURSE

Date:          Monday 8th March 2010 (8 Weeks)

Time:          7.30 - 8.25pm

Cost:          $80pp or $150 per couple

Dances:    During this course you will continue to practicing the            dances  already learnt in the beginners and Intermediate classes plus now learning the Quickstep, Jive, Merrilyn & Evening Three Step

                   NO PARTNER NEEDED

To Register please contact Us

KIDS BEGINNERS

NEW 8 WEEK COURSE

Date:          Thursday 11th February 2010

Time:          4.15pm - 5.10pm (55 minutes)

Cost:          $84 per Child

Dances:      Social Foxtrot ** Cha  ** Jive ** Waltz  **Fun Dance

                   NO PARTNER NEEDED

To Register please contact Us

We do a lot of dancing during the classes so be prepared to get warm, so it doesn’t matter what you wear as long as you are comfortable.

We do recommend that you wear shoes with either rubber or leather soles as dancing in synthetic shoes or just your socks may cause you to slip.  Please avoid high platform or stiletto shoes as these could cause an injury to you or damage to the floor.

Important note – Please read payment conditions

Course Fees is due on or before the first day of the course non transferable and non refundable after commencement of course

SOCIAL NIGHTS

Everyone is welcome to bring your favourite drink and dance the night away with our great music

Date:          Saturday 27th February 2010

Time:          7pm

Cost:          $15 per person

                    Tea/Coffee and sweets provided

                   NO PARTNER NEEDED

BALD HILLS CLASSES

 
Bald Hills Uniting Church, 2131 Gympie Road, Bald Hills

Come along with your friends and learn to Dance in a Fun, friendly and relaxed Atmosphere

Want to dance Like the Stars??

ADULT BEGINNERS 

NEW 8 WEEK COURSE

Date:          Wednesday 10th March 2010 (8 Weeks)

Time:          7.30pm - 8-25pm (55 minutes)

Cost:          $80 per person or $150 per couple

Dances:      Social Foxtrot ** Cha Cha Cha ** Salsa ** Waltz

                   NO PARTNER NEEDED

To Register please contact Us

Adult Intermediate

NEW 8 WEEK COURSE

Coming back for more? More dancing, more fun, more fitness. Improve your newly acquired dance skills and learn new figures and technique.

Date:          Wednesday 10th March 2010 (8 Weeks)

Time:          8.30pm - 9.25pm

Cost:          $80 per person or $150 per couple

Dances:      Social Foxtrot ** Cha Cha Cha ** Salsa  ** Waltz

NO PARTNER NEEDED

To Register please contact Us

KIDS BEGINNERS

NEW 8 WEEK COURSE

Date:          Wednesday 10th February 2010 (8 weeks)

Time:          5.15pm - 5.45pm (1/2 hour)

Cost:          $48 per Child

Dances:      Social Foxtrot ** Cha Cha Cha  ** Salsa ** Waltz

                   NO PARTNER NEEDED

To Register please contact Us

KIDS INTERMEDIATE

NEW 10 WEEK COURSE

Date:          Wednesday 27th January - 31 March 2010 (10 Weeks)

Time:          5.45pm - 6.15Pm (1/2 hour)

Cost:          $60 per Child

Dances:      Social Foxtrot ** Cha Cha Cha ** Salsa ** Waltz

                   NO PARTNER NEEDED

To Register please contact Us

 Kids Ballroom Silver Medal Class

NEW 10 WEEK COURSE

This class is for Kids who want to become more serious with their dancing and want to compete or do their medals.

During this course they will be learning more about posture, steps and the technique involved with each steps

Our next medal will be on 27th March 2010 (tbc). 

Date:          Wednesday 27th January - 31st March 2010

Time:          6.30pm - 7.15pm

Cost:          $95 per person 

NO PARTNER NEEDED

Enrolment is necessary as there is no casual rate and class sizes are limited. 

To Register please contact Us

We do a lot of dancing during the classes so be prepared to get warm, so it doesn’t matter what you wear as long as you are comfortable.

We do recommend that you wear shoes with either rubber or leather soles as dancing in synthetic shoes or just your socks may cause you to slip.  Please avoid high platform or stiletto shoes as these could cause an injury to you or damage to the floor.

Important note – Please read payment conditions

Course Fees is due on or before the first day of the course non transferable and non refundable after commencement of course

Wedding Couples

There is nothing more romantic than learning your first dance as husband and wife.  Whether it’s a whirling Waltz, a snazzy Salsa, a Tantalizing Tango or a Daring Disco, our expert teachers at Perry’s Dance Academy have turned the most nervous novice into a Dance floor Diva!

Your wedding dance is important to you and its important to us.  Where better to learn and build up your dance floor confidence than at Perry’s Dance Academy?

Your wedding dance should be a reflection of your personalities, so we combine your choice of music and style with our guidance and tuition to create a special moment where you can dazzle in front of your family and friends and leave them spell-bound while you are on the dance floor as the newly-wedded couple.

At Perry’s Dance Academy, we find that so many of our Bridal Couples mention how their bridal dance was such a highlight for their guest and for themselves.  This is largely due to our philosophy regarding the art of dance – it’s primarily about having fun and feeling the rhythm between your partner and the music.

We have a variety of programs that can suit your needs.  Whether you need to learn quickly, if you have lots of time, if your dance is to be simple or elaborate. 

At Perry’s Dance Academy, we can help you:-

• Feel comfortable entering and exiting the dance floor

• Learn partnering skills and simple step patterns so that you can move smoothly together

• End your first dance with a little pizzazz

• Create a dance routine matching your level of dance skill

• Choreography an entire performance tailored to your favourite dance song

Whatever your skill and comfort level, we can help you create an elegant first dance a romantic and memorable experience.

Short and Sweet

Crash course - 1 lesson. In a rush? Wedding around the corner?  Just need to survive?  Even 1 lesson is better than trying to “just wing it!”

1 x  55min private lesson for Bride and Groom

• 55min private lesson with one of our great instructors in our brand new AIR CONDITIONED studio in Stafford

• Suitable for everyone, no previous dance experience required

• Ideas and guidance for a slow or casual first dance

• Learn the basics of dancing: connection, rhythm and movement

• You will require more lessons if you would like a routine for your song

• $70 inc GST paid up front

 Deluxe Package

For couples who want to have a beautiful wedding dance with a few polished moves whilst looking natural and elegant performing it. 

6 x 55 minute private lessons for Bride and Groom

• 6 x 55 min private lessons with one of our great instructors in our brand new AIR CONDITIONED Studio in Stafford

• No previous dance experience is required

• One of a kind Choreography for 1 special dance of your choice including some basic moves, more advanced spins, turns and dips to work into your dance

• Depending on your level of dance, or if you would like to learn a full routine to your song, you may require more lessons

• Music editing (bridal Song, if required)

• Free DVD of your Choreographed special Dance

• $378 inc GST paid up front (normally $420 – 10% discount)

 The Ultimate Storybook Wedding Dance Package

For couples who want to have that extra Flare and polish to their wedding and learn some extra social dancing for their wedding.

10 x 55min private lessons for Bride and Groom

• 10 x 55 min private lessons with one of our great instructors in our brand new AIR CONDITIONED studio in Stafford

• One of a kind Choreography for 1 special dance of your choice. 

• The complexity of the routine will depend on your level of dance skill.  If you want it more complicated, and depending on your level of dance, you may require more lessons.

• Music editing (Bridal Song, if required)

• Free DVD of your Choreographed special Dance

• 8 week beginners course at our Stafford or Bald Hills studio

• $700 inc GST paid up front (normally $890 – 20% discount)

 All packages include a free 15 minute consultation to meet your instructor, plan your music, the style/rhythm of the dance that suits and also answer any questions you may have.

NB: Personalised dance programs for the Wedding party, Parent Dances and other Individual quotes can be made on request.

 Please contact Us for more information or to book your time slot.

Important note - Full payment required if a private lesson is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice.

Dresses

Natalie is now sponsored by Crystal Clover and her dresses are beautifully made by Leena Teperi from the UK. Together, they design beautiful dresses that are elegant, full and beautiful. In the picture gallery click on Dresses for Sale to see what is available.  Alternatively, if you wish to speak to Natalie to have a dress made to order for yourself, please contact Us to organize a design and fitting.

Latest offer for New Classes

If you would like to enrol please  contact Us