Genesis Performing Arts

Genesis Performing Arts is a dance school located in Sutherland, Australia, offering quality training in a caring and supportive Christian environment. The school caters to students aged from 2 years to adults and offers classes in various dance styles including Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Acrobatics, Stretch & Conditioning. The classes are conducted with age-appropriate music, choreography, and costumes.

New students at Genesis Performing Arts are offered a free week of classes to experience the training and atmosphere. The school is led by the Principal, Dr. Melinda Purnell, who holds a PhD in Dance Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney, among other qualifications. Dr.

Purnell is an experienced dance teacher and physiotherapist for dancers and performing artists. She is also an international lecturer in dance training and injury prevention.

Genesis Performing Arts offers a range of services and facilities including preparation for dance exams, competitions, performances, and community events. The school also provides individual strengthening and flexibility programmes tailored by a physiotherapist, including Pilates. Additionally, there is a dance clinic equipped with exercise equipment for pre-professional training and improving technique. A physiotherapy clinic for dancers is open to all dancers and students, offering specialised care for their physical well-being.

The school's mission at Genesis Performing Arts is to develop performing artists with a love for performing, not only for their own sense of achievement but also to brighten the lives of others. Students of all backgrounds, Christian or non-Christian, are welcomed at the non-denominational Christian school. The focus is to provide a holistic performing arts education that promotes safe technique and fosters a supportive, God-honouring environment. Classes are conducted in a happy, relaxed, and productive atmosphere with the well-being of students as a top priority.

Genesis Performing Arts stands out in its approach by incorporating Christian elements into its classes. Students are exposed to Christian worship music alongside popular music with age-appropriate lyrics and themes. The school also encourages students to pray before exams and performances. Students have opportunities to perform at community events, church services, and nursing homes, bringing joy to the lives of others.

Class sizes at Genesis Performing Arts are limited to maintain a maximum student-to-teacher ratio of 8-12, depending on the grade difficulty. This ensures that teachers can provide individual feedback on technique, allowing students to learn skills more efficiently and decrease the risk of injury. The school also emphasises the importance of each student's role in each performance, with small groups on stage at once, promoting a sense of significance and involvement. Students are also encouraged to contribute their ideas during the choreography process, further enhancing their involvement in the creation of dance performances.

Genesis Performing Arts offers a unique combination of quality training, a supportive Christian environment, and individual attention to students. With a focus on both technique and personal growth, the school aims to develop well-rounded performing artists who can positively impact the world through their love of dance.