Dynamite Dance Centre Caulfield, located in Caulfield South, is a vibrant and inclusive dance school that offers a wide range of classes for all ages and skill levels. As described by Principal Bethany Clarke, Dynamite is known as “The Heartbeat of Dancing Feet,” emphasising the sense of family and community that the school fosters.
At Dynamite, they believe in more than just teaching dance. They aim to create a safe and caring space for students to express themselves, believe in themselves, and develop lifelong friendships. The school is dedicated to providing opportunities for students to perform outside the studio, showcasing their love for dance at parades, festivals, and competitions.
Dynamite Dance Centre originally opened its doors in Seaford in 2009 but has grown significantly over the years. In 2023, they relocated to their current home in Carrum Downs, which now caters to their expanding family. In addition, the school has expanded further and began operating studios in Caulfield South and Keysborough, known as DDCC and DDCK, respectively.
The purpose-built studios at Dynamite Dance Centre are well-equipped to meet the needs of their students. In Carrum Downs, they have three fully equipped dance studios, an acrobatics/tumbling studio, a music room, a front reception desk, a principal's office, a staff room, a pilates equipment room, an onsite uniform shop, and ample onsite storage space for props and costumes. The facility also features female and male toilets, showers, a kitchen, a locker room, 30 onsite car spaces, and around-the-clock security surveillance. Free wifi is available throughout the premises.
The Caulfield South studio boasts four fully equipped dance studios, a front reception desk, onsite prop storage, and costume storage rooms. It also provides female and male toilets, a kitchenette, 24-hour security surveillance, and free wifi.
Dynamite Dance Centre offers a range of dance genres to cater to different interests and preferences. They have ballet classes that follow the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, incorporating technical movement with lyrical expression and drama, providing a solid foundation for dancers. The school also offers contemporary/lyrical dance, which takes classical ballet to a new level of freedom, using abstract styles and interesting visual effects. Jazz classes are available for those who want to dance to today's music while complementing their ballet training.
Tap dance classes are offered as well, starting with excellent technical base and progressing to contemporary street tapping.
With over 100 classes available and catering to all ages, from tinies to adults, Dynamite Dance Centre Caulfield is the go-to place for individuals seeking a fun and supportive environment to learn and express themselves through dance.