WELCOME TO ACADEMY OF DANCE 

Explore Our Dance Classes and Programs

Join our exciting ‘Ready, Set, Dance’ preschool program in New Plymouth and coming soon to Hawera! Book a trial class today and boost your child’s confidence.

New Zealand Dance Studio of the Year!

Academy of Dance Taranaki achieved notable recognition at the 2024 Australasian Dance Education Awards, taking *Gold as New Zealand Dance Studio of the Year*, *Silver for Emerging Dance Studio of the Year* and *Regional Dance Studio of the Year*, along with *Silver in Excellence in Administration*. These awards underscore their impressive growth, community impact, and administrative excellence within the dance sector. For a full list of winners, see ADEA WINNERS 2024

Ready , Set, Go!

We are excited to bring a new preschool kids dance program that is taking the world by storm!

Your child could be dancing to the tunes of the world’s most
popular preschool program!

There are four programs to choose from and all of them are set to bring the following to your special one.

💜 Creativity

💜 Confidence

💜 Coordination

What people say

My daughter has been going for a hiphop class with Miss Tori since last year and her confidence has improved a lot. Really good idea having a show which my daughter enjoyed and boosted her confidence more. Good job guys for the great work you do!

– Angelynne Parulan

Excellent dance studio. Very supportive and inclusive staff. My daughter started this year at 9.5 years old having never done tap dance before and at no point ever felt left out or ignored at having never danced before. After this year and the performance she is now keen to give more dance styles a try.

– Lisa Corrigan

“My daughter loves her jazz class, dancing and playing with the ribbon’s really puts a smile on her face at the end of each lesson.
The teacher’s are great with her as she can be shy but she is slowly getting more confident with their help.”

– Dana Parata

Such a welcoming and friendly dance school, teachers are amazing with the kids making them feel comfortable and safe to bring out their creativity in dance. Highly recommend

– Maudie Borg

My daughters absolutely love dancing at AOD. Their confidence has increased and I notice them using their new dance skills in everyday life all the time. The end of year show was such a highlight of the year. It was incredibly professional, a brilliant experience for them and will be a fabulous memory for the girls forever.

– Jenny Gater

“Really fun dance class for my little one who is 2 and attended the Tiger Tots class. Lovely teachers made us both feel at ease. Coffee and play area was nice too!”

– Amelia Robinson

Team AOD representing Academy of Dance Taranaki and Academy of Dance Hong Kong at the @asiapacificdanceassociation workshops in Bangkok this week!

Team AOD representing Academy of Dance Taranaki and Academy of Dance Hong Kong at the @asiapacificdanceassociation workshops in Bangkok this week! ...

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Does your 5–7-year-old love to twirl, leap, and spin? 💃🩰 Our Primary Ballet Level 1 class is the perfect way to introduce them to the magical world of ballet!

✨ When: Wednesdays, 4:15–4:45 PM
✨ Who: Boys and girls aged 5–7 years
✨ Why Ballet?

Builds confidence & creativity 🌟
Develops coordination, balance & focus 🤸‍♀️
A fun way to make friends & stay active 👫
Our experienced and nurturing teachers are here to guide your little ones on their dance journey, creating a love for movement that will last a lifetime.

📩 Click here to enrol: https://app.classmanager.com/portal/academy-of-dance/enrolment/classes/new-plymouth-2025-term-1-primary-ballet-level-1-wednesdays
🌐 Or enrol via our website: www.academyofdance.co.nz

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out! Let’s make Wednesdays their favourite day of the week. 🩰✨ #PrimaryBallet #AcademyOfDance #newplymouth

Does your 5–7-year-old love to twirl, leap, and spin? 💃🩰 Our Primary Ballet Level 1 class is the perfect way to introduce them to the magical world of ballet!

✨ When: Wednesdays, 4:15–4:45 PM
✨ Who: Boys and girls aged 5–7 years
✨ Why Ballet?

Builds confidence & creativity 🌟
Develops coordination, balance & focus 🤸‍♀️
A fun way to make friends & stay active 👫
Our experienced and nurturing teachers are here to guide your little ones on their dance journey, creating a love for movement that will last a lifetime.

📩 Click here to enrol: https://app.classmanager.com/portal/academy-of-dance/enrolment/classes/new-plymouth-2025-term-1-primary-ballet-level-1-wednesdays
🌐 Or enrol via our website: www.academyofdance.co.nz

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out! Let’s make Wednesdays their favourite day of the week. 🩰✨ #PrimaryBallet #AcademyOfDance #newplymouth
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🚨 **Workshops Alert! Don’t Miss Out!** 🚨 

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of dance! Whether you're a rising mini star, a talented junior, or an advanced performer, these workshops are your chance to level up your skills, showcase your passion, and be inspired by incredible instructors. 

✨ **Friday 31st January | 5–8 PM** 
**Intermediate/Advanced Dancers (12–20+ yrs)** 
🔥 *Commercial Jazz & Contemporary Technique* 

✨ **Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd February | Minis (7–9 yrs)** 
**9:00–10:30 AM:** Jazz & Lyrical Technique with *Nichola* 
**10:45–11:45 AM:** Acro with *Miss Tempany & Miss Sonia* 
**11:45 AM:** Shared performance for parents! 

✨ **Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd February | Juniors (10–12 yrs)** 
**9:00–10:15 AM:** Acro & Tricks with *Miss Tempany & Miss Sonia* 
**10:30–11:45 AM:** Jazz & Contemporary Technique with *Nichola* 
**11:45 AM:** Shared performance for parents! 

✨ **Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd February | 1–3 PM** 
**Elementary/Intermediate Dancers (12+ yrs)** 
🔥 *Contemporary, Jazz & Commercial Dance Technique* 
💥 *Leaps, Turns, and Floorwork Combinations* 

🌟 **Pricing:** 
💸 $45 per 3-hour workshop 
✨ *Special Offer:* Buy two workshops and get 10% off the second workshop!

🌟 Featuring the incredible **Nichola Niemack**! 
With years of professional experience and a passion for mentoring, Nichola will bring her expertise in jazz, contemporary, commercial dance, and more. This is your chance to learn from a sought-after choreographer who’s shaped dancers at national and international levels. 

📅 **Limited spots available – book now!** 
📩 **Book here:** [https://app.classmanager.com/classes/academy-of-dance?season_id=41](https://app.classmanager.com/classes/academy-of-dance?season_id=41) 
📧 **Email us at:** office@academyofdance.co.nz 

Let’s dance, grow, and shine together. 💃✨ #DanceWorkshops #LearnFromTheBest #LevelUpYourDanceGame

🚨 **Workshops Alert! Don’t Miss Out!** 🚨

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of dance! Whether you`re a rising mini star, a talented junior, or an advanced performer, these workshops are your chance to level up your skills, showcase your passion, and be inspired by incredible instructors.

✨ **Friday 31st January | 5–8 PM**
**Intermediate/Advanced Dancers (12–20+ yrs)**
🔥 *Commercial Jazz & Contemporary Technique*

✨ **Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd February | Minis (7–9 yrs)**
**9:00–10:30 AM:** Jazz & Lyrical Technique with *Nichola*
**10:45–11:45 AM:** Acro with *Miss Tempany & Miss Sonia*
**11:45 AM:** Shared performance for parents!

✨ **Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd February | Juniors (10–12 yrs)**
**9:00–10:15 AM:** Acro & Tricks with *Miss Tempany & Miss Sonia*
**10:30–11:45 AM:** Jazz & Contemporary Technique with *Nichola*
**11:45 AM:** Shared performance for parents!

✨ **Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd February | 1–3 PM**
**Elementary/Intermediate Dancers (12+ yrs)**
🔥 *Contemporary, Jazz & Commercial Dance Technique*
💥 *Leaps, Turns, and Floorwork Combinations*

🌟 **Pricing:**
💸 $45 per 3-hour workshop
✨ *Special Offer:* Buy two workshops and get 10% off the second workshop!

🌟 Featuring the incredible **Nichola Niemack**!
With years of professional experience and a passion for mentoring, Nichola will bring her expertise in jazz, contemporary, commercial dance, and more. This is your chance to learn from a sought-after choreographer who’s shaped dancers at national and international levels.

📅 **Limited spots available – book now!**
📩 **Book here:** [https://app.classmanager.com/classes/academy-of-dance?season_id=41](https://app.classmanager.com/classes/academy-of-dance?season_id=41)
📧 **Email us at:** [email protected]

Let’s dance, grow, and shine together. 💃✨ #DanceWorkshops #LearnFromTheBest #LevelUpYourDanceGame
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Ready to kick off 2025 with something exciting? It’s January 1st, the perfect time to set the tone for a year of great things—starting with the AOD Hawera Open Day!

Here’s what’s happening on the day:

*Meet your teachers and have a chat
*Try some fun, free trial classes
*Get uniforms sorted on-site
*Enrol in a new class and take home a free AOD T-shirt!

When and Where:
Date: Sunday, 26th January
Time: 10am – 1.30pm
Location: Academy of Dance Hawera, 196 Princes Street, Hawera

Trial Class Schedule:

*Ready Set Dance (2.5–5 yrs): 10.00 – 10.15am
*Ready Set Ballet (2.5–5 yrs): 10.30 – 10.45am
*Ready Set Acro (2.5–5 yrs): 11.00 – 11.15am
*Primary Ballet (5–7 yrs): 11.30 – 11.45am
*Primary Jazz (5–7 yrs): 11.45 – 12.00pm
*Hip Hop (5–10 yrs): 12.00 – 12.15pm
*Acro (5–13 yrs): 12.15 – 12.45pm
*Junior Jazz: 1.00 – 1.30pm

Spots are limited, so make sure you book online to secure your place.
Everyone attending must be enrolled beforehand—no extra friends or family can attend without enrolling.

Make this the year you take the leap into dance! Click the link in our bio or below to book your trial and we’ll see you there.

Booking link: https://app.classmanager.com/portal/academy-of-dance/register

Let’s make 2025 a year to remember—we can’t wait to welcome you!

Ready to kick off 2025 with something exciting? It’s January 1st, the perfect time to set the tone for a year of great things—starting with the AOD Hawera Open Day!

Here’s what’s happening on the day:

*Meet your teachers and have a chat
*Try some fun, free trial classes
*Get uniforms sorted on-site
*Enrol in a new class and take home a free AOD T-shirt!

When and Where:
Date: Sunday, 26th January
Time: 10am – 1.30pm
Location: Academy of Dance Hawera, 196 Princes Street, Hawera

Trial Class Schedule:

*Ready Set Dance (2.5–5 yrs): 10.00 – 10.15am
*Ready Set Ballet (2.5–5 yrs): 10.30 – 10.45am
*Ready Set Acro (2.5–5 yrs): 11.00 – 11.15am
*Primary Ballet (5–7 yrs): 11.30 – 11.45am
*Primary Jazz (5–7 yrs): 11.45 – 12.00pm
*Hip Hop (5–10 yrs): 12.00 – 12.15pm
*Acro (5–13 yrs): 12.15 – 12.45pm
*Junior Jazz: 1.00 – 1.30pm

Spots are limited, so make sure you book online to secure your place.
Everyone attending must be enrolled beforehand—no extra friends or family can attend without enrolling.

Make this the year you take the leap into dance! Click the link in our bio or below to book your trial and we’ll see you there.

Booking link: https://app.classmanager.com/portal/academy-of-dance/register

Let’s make 2025 a year to remember—we can’t wait to welcome you!
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We LOVE Academy of Dance! #AOD #dance #dance #ballet #taranaki #dancers

We LOVE Academy of Dance! #AOD #dance #dance #ballet #taranaki #dancers ...

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Wish you had been there tonight? Make@2025 your year to celebrate you in our adult jazz and Strut classes! Enrol today and gift yourself this Christmas 🙌🤩🫶🏻⭐️

Wish you had been there tonight? Make@2025 your year to celebrate you in our adult jazz and Strut classes! Enrol today and gift yourself this Christmas 🙌🤩🫶🏻⭐️ ...

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Come watch our gorgeous Tap and Jazz students at the @christmas_at_the_bowl tomorrow evening performing at 8pm! ❤️

Come watch our gorgeous Tap and Jazz students at the @christmas_at_the_bowl tomorrow evening performing at 8pm! ❤️ ...

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