Classical ballet tuition based on the Russian ‘Vaganova’ method. Whether ballet is your hobby or you would like a career in dance, Noosa Professional Dance Academy has the program to meet your needs.
We welcome you to come and experience our classes and meet our incredible dance family.
We train our students using the Russian ‘Vaganova’ Method of Classical Ballet. We are affiliated with The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet’s classical ballet technique program developed by founder Christine Walsh AM.
The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet training and assessment, emphasises correct placement, dynamics and performing qualities that are inherent in the Vaganova method.
The Russian Method’s codified technical approach thus emphasises the simultaneous development of both technical proficiency and individual artistry, and a complete range of movement expression that comes out of proper placement and a strong classical dance foundation.
This method encourages a true understanding of basic principles and and provides a solid basis for advanced technical work
Npda Alumni have been accepted into:
Bolshoi Ballet Academy, Russia
Elmhurst Ballet School, England
New Zealand School of Dance
Princess Grace Académie, Monte Carlo
San Francisco Ballet School, USA
Queensland Ballet Academy Full Time
Queensland Ballet Academy Guest Program
London City Ballet Company
Prix De Lausanne Selection, 2014
Western Australian Ballet Company
Joffrey Ballet School, New York
Australian Ballet School ITP
Australian Ballet School Full Time
Ballettschule Theater -Basel Ballet School Switzerland
Akademie Des Tanzes, Mannheim, Germany
Munich Ballet Academy, Germany
Our Syllabus
Our comprehensive ten year program allows recreational, part time and full time dancers the opportunity to receive the highest level of classical training available on the Sunshine Coast.
Our goal for our dancers, as they progress through the syllabus, that they receive a strong technical grounding while nurturing their individual strengths.
We have an incredible dance family at NPDA and Elite Classical Coaching and encourage our students to become apart of that family when they join the school.
Baby Ballet
For ages 2-4 years old
Pre Syllabus
A fun class that allows the students to enjoy their love of dance Incorporating musicality coordination and basic ballet moves, all done with fun dance games.
Pre Primary & Primary
For ages 5 - 8 years old.
Our introduction to the Russian “Vaganova’ method.
The students learn the importance of posture and how to engage the core muscles which enable the dancer to build the correct technique which will carry on through all the later grades.
In this once a week class the students works towards learning the full syllabus which enables them to participate in a yearly exam. Extra lessons are required for those doing ballet exams.
Prep Level 1 - level 5
For ages 8 - 14 years old
Starting at Prep Level 1 and going through to Level 5, these classes provide a full understanding of the correct technique, extra vocabulary requirements and theory knowledge in the ‘Vaganova’ tradition.
There are two to three classes per week that students are encouraged to attend-
A Barre class and Centre class.
This enables the dancer to fully focus on each specialty area and receive dedicated training that makes every dancer excel.
Unlike other training, the Vaganova tradition dictates that technical knowledge, not age, defines at what level students are placed and when they are ready to do an exam is at the Directors discretion.
There is an examination for each level that the dancer must do to progress to the next level. This can be learnt over one or two years. The Principal determines who is ready for their ballet exam.
Senior Level
For students ages 14+ years
Entrance to this level is dependant on the students ability and strength.
This level gives students not only a comprehensive understanding of vocabulary, but also the technical knowledge artistry and strength to support those seeking a career in ballet.
Students are required to dedicate a minimum or 4+ hours a week via Elite Classical Coaching and recreation Ballet
Excellence Level
For age 15+ years old
In this final level of the Ballet Conservatoire Syllabus (equivalent to Solo Seal) students learn a series of solo's en pointe.
A thorough understanding of all classical ballet vocabulary, technique, theory and strong pointe work is required.
Approximately 8 hours per week of open classes and syllabus is required for this level.
This level is learnt over 18 months to 2 years.