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

“AOD has given our daughter an incredible space to grow and express herself. The teachers are so supportive, and every performance feels like a celebration of the hard work they put in together!” – Ellie #AcademyOfDanceTaranaki #PassionAndPerformance

“AOD has given our daughter an incredible space to grow and express herself. The teachers are so supportive, and every performance feels like a celebration of the hard work they put in together!” – Ellie #AcademyOfDanceTaranaki #PassionAndPerformance ...

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"As a mum of boys, I wanted my son to experience the social, emotional, and physical benefits of dance—and Academy of Dance Taranaki has been incredible for him! He’s welcomed with open arms in every class, from jazz to acro and tap. The girls cheer him on, and he’s encouraged to be himself every step of the way. It’s such a positive space, and I’m so proud to see him thriving. We need more boys in dance!" Sonia N. #AODFamily #DanceCommunity

"As a mum of boys, I wanted my son to experience the social, emotional, and physical benefits of dance—and Academy of Dance Taranaki has been incredible for him! He’s welcomed with open arms in every class, from jazz to acro and tap. The girls cheer him on, and he’s encouraged to be himself every step of the way. It’s such a positive space, and I’m so proud to see him thriving. We need more boys in dance!" Sonia N. #AODFamily #DanceCommunity ...

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“Our daughter was welcomed with open arms at AOD! The supportive team made her transition smooth and gave her opportunities to shine on stage, building her confidence more than we could have imagined.” – Carla J. #AODTaranaki #DanceFamily

“Our daughter was welcomed with open arms at AOD! The supportive team made her transition smooth and gave her opportunities to shine on stage, building her confidence more than we could have imagined.” – Carla J. #AODTaranaki #DanceFamily ...

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“Academy of Dance Taranaki has been amazing for my three daughters. The teachers genuinely care about how much joy each child finds in dance! It’s a place where every student feels special simply for showing up.” – Michelle B. #AcademyOfDance #DanceCommunity

“Academy of Dance Taranaki has been amazing for my three daughters. The teachers genuinely care about how much joy each child finds in dance! It’s a place where every student feels special simply for showing up.” – Michelle B. #AcademyOfDance #DanceCommunity ...

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Give your child a gift that moves them forward! At Academy of Dance Taranaki, they’ll find a supportive community, develop skills, and make memories. Enrol them in 2025 and watch them thrive in a place where they truly belong. #academyofdancetaranaki

Give your child a gift that moves them forward! At Academy of Dance Taranaki, they’ll find a supportive community, develop skills, and make memories. Enrol them in 2025 and watch them thrive in a place where they truly belong. #academyofdancetaranaki ...

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Set your child up for a year of growth, confidence, and pure joy with dance classes at Academy of Dance Taranaki! From ballet to hip hop, we have something for every young dancer. Make 2025 the year they shine! #danceyourheartout

Set your child up for a year of growth, confidence, and pure joy with dance classes at Academy of Dance Taranaki! From ballet to hip hop, we have something for every young dancer. Make 2025 the year they shine! #danceyourheartout ...

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Imagine your child building confidence, making friends, and developing skills that will last a lifetime. Dance classes at Academy of Dance Taranaki offer all this and more! Start their journey in 2025 and watch them grow with every step. #GiftOfDance2025 #academyofdancetaranaki

Imagine your child building confidence, making friends, and developing skills that will last a lifetime. Dance classes at Academy of Dance Taranaki offer all this and more! Start their journey in 2025 and watch them grow with every step. #GiftOfDance2025 #academyofdancetaranaki ...

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Set your child up for a year of growth, confidence, and pure joy with dance classes at Academy of Dance Taranaki! From ballet to hip hop, we have something for every young dancer. Make 2025 the year they shine! #danceyourheartout

Set your child up for a year of growth, confidence, and pure joy with dance classes at Academy of Dance Taranaki! From ballet to hip hop, we have something for every young dancer. Make 2025 the year they shine! #danceyourheartout ...

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