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Gained valuable skills, and grown in confidence since joining Cathy-Lea Academy of Performing Arts. The studio offers a diverse range of dance, music, and drama programmes for all ages and abilities.
Cathy-Lea Academy has been a trusted leader in dance, music, and drama training since its establishment in 1991. Located in Melbourne's South East suburbs, the studio offers classes six days a week for boys, girls, and adults aged 18 months and above. Whether you're a beginner or advanced student, there's a class for you.
The studio is recognised and reputable, having won the 2016 Dance Studio of the Year award at the Australian Independent Dance Teacher Awards. Cathy-Lea Academy is also a registered member of Ausdance VIC, Cecchetti Ballet, and ATOD. Additionally, it is the official location for the Ready Set Dance and Ready Set Ballet pre-school programmes. The academy is a registered provider of VCE and VET Dance and holds a Child Safe qualification.
One of the reasons why Cathy-Lea Academy has become the largest and longest-running performing arts studio in the Casey-Cardinia region is its commitment to passion, technique, and artistry. The studio offers an award-winning pre-school programme, all-abilities recreational classes, a family-friendly community, an elite training programme, exams and competitions, and an educational approach. Furthermore, Cathy-Lea Academy boasts fabulous facilities and a convenient location, servicing Narre Warren, Berwick, Beaconsfield, Officer, Hallam, Hampton Park, Cranbourne, Clyde, Lysterfield, Lynbrook, and surrounding areas.
The studio's programmes are diverse and inclusive. For pre-schoolers aged 18 months and above, the Twinkle Tots, Ready Set Dance, and Ready Set Ballet programmes provide a great introduction to the performing arts. For ages 5 and above, Cathy-Lea offers a wide range of classes, including classical ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary, commercial jazz, acrobatics, drama, musical theatre, singing, and instrumental music. There are also special needs dance classes available.
Cathy-Lea Academy is staffed by experienced and expert educators, with Cathy-Lea Smith serving as the Studio Director. With 35 years of teaching experience in dance, music, and drama, Cathy-Lea is a highly qualified professional. She is a VIT registered teacher and the founder of Officer Specialist School. The studio's teachers are dedicated, talented, passionate, and qualified, ensuring that every student receives top-notch instruction.
Cathy-Lea Academy offers reasonable rates, with class fees starting from as little as $8. The studio also offers flexible programmes to suit every schedule. Enquiring about the timetable and fees is easy.
Students and parents have raved about their experiences at Cathy-Lea Academy. The studio's positive energy, dedicated teachers, and focus on building confidence, friendship, and fun have left a lasting impression. Students develop excellent skills in performing arts and key life skills such as respect for others, self-discipline, and confidence. The academy is highly recommended by satisfied parents and students alike.
If you're looking for a leading performing arts studio in Melbourne's South East suburbs, Cathy-Lea Academy of Performing Arts is the place for you. Join them today and discover the star within yourself.
