Miss Fisher's Ballet Academy is a renowned dance school located in Rockdale, offering exceptional ballet classes in a joyful and nurturing environment. The academy prides itself on providing top-quality tuition in various aspects of ballet, including technique, musicality, flexibility, performance expression, and etiquette. The passionate and dedicated team at Miss Fisher's Ballet Academy believes that ballet is for everyone and fosters an inclusive environment where every student is valued and encouraged to enjoy the love of dance.
The academy offers a range of programmes for different age groups and skill levels. The Pre-School Programme includes “Dance with Me” classes for children aged 18 months to 3. 5 years, and “Dance for Joy” classes for children aged 3. 5 to 5 years.
The Community Programme, known as DanceMoves Ballet Academy, offers classes for Pre-Primary RAD Ballet (5-6 years) and Grade 1 & 2 RAD Ballet (7 years and above). For those looking for more advanced training, the academy provides Vocational Grades for students aged 12 and above, including Intermediate Foundation and above. Additionally, there are classes available for Primary RAD Ballet (6-7 years) and Grade 3, 4 & 5 RAD Ballet (9 years and above). Private coaching is also available for students who aim to excel and achieve exceptional results in their ballet journey.
Miss Fisher's Ballet Academy is led by the talented and experienced Artistic Director and Founder, Amy Eleanor Fisher. Amy holds multiple prestigious qualifications, including being a Registered Teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance and an approved examination centre. With over 10 years of teaching experience, Amy is passionate about sharing her love of dance and experiences with her students. She brings fun and joy to children's lives through the magic of dance, incorporating imagination, movement, and music in her classes.
Amy is also a Certified Teacher in Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) and Dance Health Alliance (DHA), making Miss Fisher's Ballet Academy the only studio in the area to offer these programmes.
Amy's own dance training began at Danzartz, where she studied ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, acrobatics, singing, and drama. She further honed her ballet skills at Ecole Ballet Studios in Lindfield, completing all her RAD and Cecchetti exams with high distinctions. Amy's outstanding talent and dedication were recognised through various awards and accolades. She was awarded the Royal Academy of Dance Solo Seal Award in Melbourne and performed lead roles in acclaimed ballet productions.
Amy achieved great success as a finalist in international dance competitions, including the Adeline Genee Awards in London and the Supreme Awards Alana Haines Australasian Awards in New Zealand.
Amy's passion for ballet led her to travel worldwide, working and training with renowned ex-professional dancers in cities such as London, Amsterdam, Athens, Toronto, and New York. She even had the opportunity to perform with the Nashville Ballet in Tennessee and attend the Hungarian National Ballet Summer Programme in Budapest. Amy's extensive experience in the dance industry, combined with her dedication to teaching, makes her an exceptional leader and mentor at Miss Fisher's Ballet Academy.
In addition to her dance training, Amy attended the Australian Academy of Dramatic Art, further enhancing her performance skills and artistic abilities. With her well-rounded background, she provides a holistic approach to dance education, emphasising the importance of expression, creativity, and performance in addition to technical proficiency.
Miss Fisher's Ballet Academy is conveniently located at Suite 2, Level 1, 24 King St, Rockdale. For more information, prospective students and parents can contact the academy via email or phone at 0406 391 729. The academy provides detailed information about its class timetables, terms and conditions, uniforms, and news on its website. Interested individuals are encouraged to enrol now for the 2024 programmes and experience the exceptional ballet training offered at Miss Fisher's Ballet Academy.