Shirley Rogers Academy of Dance

The Shirley Rogers Academy of Dance, located in Sunbury, Victoria Melbourne, is a boutique dance school that offers exceptional dance tuition for girls and boys aged three and up. With a focus on achieving the highest standards, the academy has gained a 100% Distinction rate in the Royal Academy of Dance Examinations.

Under the guidance of experienced teacher Shirley Rogers, the academy is dedicated to providing strong dance technique and foundations to aspiring dancers. The ethos of the academy, “Nurture, Inspire, Excel,” is carried out in every aspect of teaching. With a reputation for strength, professionalism, and excellence, the academy takes pride in the success of its students within the dance community.

Shirley Rogers believes in the importance of correct training from the beginning, regardless of whether a student chooses dance as a career. Solid classical technique develops physical and mental strength, poise, grace, passion, respect, social skills, and determination. These qualities are instilled in every student, allowing them to achieve their goals, develop self-discipline and confidence, and increase self-esteem. Students at SRAD carry these personal qualities with them throughout their lives.

Classes at SRAD are kept small to ensure individual attention and foster a sense of enjoyment, teamwork skills, musicality, and artistry. The academy understands the unique development requirements of each student and aims to nurture a love for dance in every student, whether they dance professionally or for leisure. Dance is seen as a lifelong source of inspiration, relaxation, and joy.

The Shirley Rogers Academy of Dance offers a range of dance and performing arts classes for all ages. The academy excels particularly in R. A. D Ballet (Royal Academy of Dance), consistently achieving outstanding exam results with 100% Distinction in Vocational and Graded levels.

The academy's dancers and troupes have also achieved success in competitions throughout Victoria.

Classes available at SRAD include R. D. Ballet, Repertoire, Pointe, Contemporary Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Cabaret/Musical Theatre, Vocal/Dancing, Acrobatics, Combo Classes, and private singing lessons. Adult classes in Ballet, Jazz, and Tap are also offered.

Parents can also inquire about the Pre-school Ballet/Tap programme for ages 3-5 and the Combo Class Ballet/Tap/Jazz/Acro programme for ages 6-8.

The Shirley Rogers Academy of Dance welcomes new students to book a free trial class and experience the high standard of teaching and nurturing environment. For more information or to arrange a trial class, interested individuals can contact the academy at 0411 286 405 or 0411 690 425.