This course is for those who desire a professional career in the dance industry or  those looking to improve their dance technique for personal gain.
Applicants should have a strong basic training in at least two disciplines:
Jazz, Contemporary, Classical ballet, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre.
Natural ability will also be highly regarded if the judging panel can see a lot of potential. The most important quality Dance Force is looking for in an applicant is passion, enthusiasm and a drive to always want more from themselves as a dancer.
You only get out what you put in!
Students under the age of 18 must have permission from their parents.
Acceptance in the course is via audition only.

The course gives students a great introduction to full-time training and the performing arts industry. This course is only one day a week so students can complete this while still at school. If you are serious about becoming a professional, this course is a wonderful to start your career, while gaining points towards you High School Certificate. This is 90% practical in studio time to ensure students are gaining advanced skills and technique in all genres of the performing arts industry.

This allows students to attend as part of their schooling and not interfere with their outside training if they currently train with another studio in the afternoons.

​The Certificate III is delivered over a period of 2 years, split into 8 terms.

This course is for those who desire a professional career in the dance industry and want to complete their yr 12 education. Applicants should have a strong basic training in at least two disciplines: Jazz, Contemporary, Classical ballet, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre Applicants must be motivated and driven in both dancing and education. Natural ability will also be highly regarded if the judging panel can see a lot of potential. The most important quality Dance Force is looking for in an applicant is passion, enthusiasm and drive to always want more from themselves as a dancer.

​Acceptance in the course is via audition only.

Our performing arts high school is designed for students who are dedicated and passionate about a career in the performing arts industry while still completing their education.​Dance Force works alongside the Student Tutor Network. This ensures small class sizes that gives students the individual attention needed to achieve the best academic results possible. Students will have one teacher per 5-10 students and class times will be scheduled into and around their full-time dance training.​Students who are accepted into our Academic Excellence / full-time training program must independently enrol with distance education. We suggest Cairns School of Distance Education, however, if you wish to use another institution please advise with us upon enrolment.​There are different options for Vocational Education Training (VET) that will combine with your education training. This will depend on a student’s dance experience, ability and capability. If successful in your audition, staff will contact you to organise a meeting with the Director to discuss the best option for your child.

The Certificate IV combines both practical and theoretical subjects (Units of competency), which will conclude with end of term assessments & reports. Assessments are competency based. Competency must be achieved in all units in order to gain the Certificate IV in Performing Arts (Dance). Students are also assessed on attendance and professional conduct. 80% attendance and competency in professional conduct must also be achieved in order to gain the Certificate IV in Performing Arts (Dance).

The methods of assessment are used:

• Written Assignments (WA)
• Short Answer test (SA)
• Practical Demonstration (PRAC)
• Performance (PERF)
• On the job (OTJ)

This course is for those who desire a professional career in the dance industry or
those looking to improve their dance technique for personal gain.
Applicants should have a strong basic training in at least two disciplines:
Jazz, Contemporary, Classical ballet, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre.
Natural ability will also be highly regarded if the judging panel can see a lot of potential. The most important quality Dance Force is looking for in an applicant is passion, enthusiasm and drive to always want more from themselves as a dancer.
You only get out what you put in!
Students under the age of 18 must have permission from their parents.
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Acceptance in the course is via audition only.

The course prepares students for real life situations within the dance industry such as: working as a team, respecting each other, having a professional attitude, turning up on time to class, being polite to your teachers and choreographers, general work ethics, coping with pressure and working to deadlines. These are all valuable skills in any workplace

Extra Opportunities

• All after school classes are FREE for full-time students
• Auditions for competitive groups & Hip Hop crews and
• train at discounted rate
• Solos available
• Learn to dance for film course

REGULAR WEEKLY TEACHERS

• Nicole Wells
• Heidi Jennings
• ​Ben Veitch
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• Karen Perring
  
• Midori Lotz
  
• Hayley Winch
  
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