WEST AUCKLAND BALLET SCHOOL WHERE OUR VISION IS: “BUILDING POTENTIAL THROUGH THE LOVE OF DANCE” Dance West as a ballet school offers children the opportunity to enjoy dancing in a happy and safe environment where everyone’s potential is acknowledged. Children as young as three years old have the ability to learn at their own pace by way of a new and innovative programme by the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD). We also offer NZAMD Contemporary for students aged 9years and up and introduced Jazz in 2017. Please take your time to browse our website – read about Dance West and our teaching philosophy, find out class information including timetables and fees, learn about our class etiquette and read our latest news! Our studios are now available for hire ABOUT US Since its opening in August 2002 Dance West has grown from three students on enrolment day to more than 100 now! Dance West as a ballet school offers children the opportunity to enjoy dancing in a happy and safe environment where everyone’s potential is acknowledged. Children as young as three years old have the ability to learn at their own pace by way of a new and innovative programme by the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD). Children are then encouraged to progress from this stage to the various levels where there is an opportunity to sit exams as arranged by RAD. There is also opportunity for children who have made significant progress to attend private lessons and participate in competition stage work. It is also traditional now that Dance West students take part in an end of year concert where even the youngest student has the opportunity to dance on stage before a large audience. Since the beginning of 2010 we have been lucky enough to use the purpose built dance studio at Henderson High School.  This has been equipped with professional dance flooring, full length mirrors, dressing rooms and barres. All ballet gear is available for purchase during class time. There is a small amount of second hand clothing available, all new gear is at reasonable prices and can be paid off over the term if difficulties arise. I am sure if you make the decision for your child to attend Dance West you will not be disappointed. You are more than welcome to come and watch classes before making your final decision. We look forward to seeing you! Yasmin-Li Gray MA.BA.RAD.RTS

AUCKLAND WEST DANCE ACADEMY The Best Dance Studio In The West Learn Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Tap, Acrobatics and Contemporary in a fun, friendly environment. About Us Auckland West Dance Academy is a Glen Eden dance school established over 45 years ago providing high quality dance tuition by qualified teachers. Dance classes are taught in a warm and friendly environment. Students have the opportunity to perform onstage in the annual dance concert and enter into examinations, assessments or medal tests. Dance styles taught are Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Lyrical/Contemporary, Tap as well as Body Conditioning/Technical classes, competition dancing and private lessons are available. We offer classes for pre-schoolers, girls, boys, teenagers and adults. Class numbers are restricted to ensure that each student can get the individual attention that they require. All teachers are fully qualified and are members of RAD, JDNZ, NZAMD and BAL. There are 3 dance studios (studio 1 upstairs, studios 2 and 3 downstairs); there is an office with a dancewear shop and a waiting area with tea/coffee facilities for parents. All the studios are fully equipped with wooden floors, full length mirrors, fans and barres. There are 16 car parks available with road parking also available on Rosier Road. We invite you to come and view our classes, or to phone/email us with enquiries about joining a class. The first lesson is free to trial so we would love to welcome your child into our AWDA family.

ABOUT Applause Dance Complex, formally known as ABH Dance was established in 1979 By Annette Brownlee Hooper. A former dancer herself, Annette has always had the natural flair of working with children and from a very young age, aspired to teach children to dance. Originally just a ballet school, Applause Dance has evolved into a dance school that provides top technical training in various different styles of dance. ​Here at Applause, we are dedicated to providing professional technical training in a positive environment that focuses on the life skills of responsibility, punctuality, dependability and teamwork.​ MEET THE TEACHERS We pride ourselves in hiring experienced, qualified and fun teachers that dancers love to learn from! Its our goal to train our dancers to their highest potential, while having a great time doing it! As you can see, we are a family business and treat all our staff and our students like one big family. Join the Applause Family today!

ABOUT US VCM Academy of Dance, formerly the Connolly-Moore and Coxon Academy was founded in 1980. It has been West Auckland’s leading academy for some 33 years.  VCM is known throughout the country for their high achievements and is also acclaimed to be one of the top academies in New Zealand. VCM’s new LA style dance studios were built in 2012 which has brought an even more elite training to the students of West Auckland. VCM Academy of Dance is known throughout the country for their high achievements and is also acclaimed to be one of the top academies in New Zealand. We offer classes in NZAMD Classical Ballet, Modern Jazz, Contemporary and Hip Hop.  Classes range in ages from 3½ years to professional standard.  Join the VCM family for the best in dance education! Victoria Connolly-Moore OWNER  / ARTISTIC DIRECTOR  / CHOREOGRAPHER Registered Teacher for the British Ballet Organisation and NZ Association of Modern Dance Former Director/Choreographer and Principal Professional Dancer – VCM & Co Former South Pacific Solo Jazz Champion and winner of five more events Roslyn Matthews SENIOR TEACHER / ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR Registered Teacher for the British Ballet Organisation and NZ Association of Modern Dance Former Administrative Director and Principal Professional Dancer – VCM & Co Former South Pacific Champion Senior Teacher at VCM Academy of Dance for 30 years

Our Studio Our studio is located at 50A Glendale Rd, Glen Eden. We are at the back of the Glenora Rugby League Club. We have plenty of off street parking, with our own carpark, but also use of the Rugby Club’s carpark too, as well as the area next door at the Glen Eden Community Centre. Please take care when driving in our driveway and parking areas, as there is a constant stream of dancing kids coming and going.   Our building contains 2 studios, the main (larger) studio as you walk in, and our ‘downstairs’ (smaller) studio just inside. Our studios have sprung wooden floors, and wall to wall mirrors. There is seating for parents to observe classes twice each term. Each studio has barres on the wall, plus portable barres if more room is needed. We have sound systems in each studio for teachers to use. Our upstairs studio has 1 toilet, and downstairs has 2 toilets and showers, and the downstairs studio has 2 airconditioning/heatpump units. Upstairs you will find a kitchen, complete with fridge, and microwave, as well as the necessities like clean hand towels, first aid kit etc. There is a costume rack with lots of new and second hand costumes to buy, as well as our uniforms. All WCSD uniforms can be ordered and purchased through our studio. We use an App called BAND, which allows our students to access video footage uploaded by their teachers, straight to their device so they can practice at home. We hope you all feel welcome and at home at our studio…..