Studios & Classes

On the lefthand side at the back as you drive into the complex.

8x12 metres, sprung floor, mirrors and ballet barre.

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Inside Waiting Area

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Please wait in the waiting areas until it is your turn for class.

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Whilst we are happy to have students wait at the studio before and/or after class, please note the indoor and outdoor waiting areas are NOT supervised. DCDC and any of its teachers/staff members will NOT be responsible for any child left unsupervised in the waiting areas.

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Outside Waiting Area

Students are not to wait outside without an adult actively supervising them.

On the righthand side in the middle as you drive into the complex.

6x11 metres, sprung floor and party lighting.

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Bathroom

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The bathroom at Studio 2 is separate to the studio. For your child's safety, please encourage your child to use the bathroom at Studio 1 before coming over to Studio 2.

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Dance is a team sport, so attendance is so important. We really value students’ commitment.

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If you are unable to dance for whatever reason but are well enough to be out and about (e.g. an injury), please still come to dance to watch and learn. We'd love to have you in class.

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If you are unwell, please stay at home. Don’t forget to let us know you won’t be able to make class.

Parents are asked to please wait outside in the waiting areas while class is on. Parents of Tiny Tots 2-3yrs are still welcome to join the class as you might be required to assist your child.

Unfortunately, like school, if you miss a class for any reason, you will not be compensated in any way for the missed class – no refunds or make up classes.

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Compensation will be considered in some situations where a student will miss most of the term. Please contact the office to discuss.

Classes run on ALL public holidays during the term period. 

At Discovery Coast Dance Centre (DCDC), we are committed to providing high-quality training and opportunities for all our students. To ensure that private lessons are maximally effective, the following policy applies.

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There are 3 different types of Private Lessons:

• Competition Team: Private Lessons to learn a solo/duo/trio to compete as part of the Competition Team.

• Extra Practice: Private lessons available for supplemental work but will not include solo/duo/trio choreography.

• One-Off Dance: Private lessons available to learn a routine for non-DCDC events – incurs a choreography fee.

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​Competition Team

• Private lessons for solo, duo, or trio dances require significant time and energy from our instructors. As such, these lessons are typically reserved for students who are actively participating in the competition team.

• Participation in competitions not only helps students improve their dance technique but also ensures that they stay on track with their practice and commitment. By participating in competitions, students have the opportunity to grow as dancers while receiving personalized attention to further their skills.

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​Requirements for Competition Team:

• Attendance: Students must attend 4-5 competitions per year, including those in Gladstone, Biloela, Bundaberg, and the Sunshine Coast.

• Fees: Competition-related costs include:

• Entry Fees: Typically range from $8-$16 for larger competitions and $30-$50 for smaller competitions (some smaller competitions have a single entry fee that covers everything).

• Passes: Adult spectator passes and competitor passes (for insurance purposes) are approximately $15 each.

• Music Upload Fees: Around $15-$20 per year for music submission.

• Costume Purchase: Costume costs can range from $30 to $200, though second-hand options may be available to help reduce expenses.

• Commitment: Parents will be required to assist with the competition process, including entries, music uploads, and listening to voice critiques.

• Routine Longevity: Once a student has learned a routine, they will typically perform the same routine for at least two years, with modifications made as the dancer progresses. Additional routines may be added when appropriate.

• Technique Classes: To compete, students must attend regular technique classes in the style of dance for their competition routine. For example, a student competing with a ballet solo must also attend ballet technique classes.

​NOTE: We do not typically feature solos/duos/trios at the end of year Concert, as the event already includes numerous group performances. We may include solos/duos/trios from our Competition Team, but these will generally serve as "fillers" to provide transitions and allow students to change costumes between group routines. It is important to note that not all competition students will perform at the Concert.

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Extra Practice

• If a student wishes to have a private lesson to focus on specific skills or to supplement their current classes, we can provide a session tailored to that need. Students would improve steps and skills already learned in their regular class and may learn additional steps and skills from our syllabus. However, this type of lesson will not involve the learning of a full solo/duo/trio dance routine.

 
​One-Off Dance

• If a student would like to learn a routine to perform at a non-DCDC event, such as a school performance or community function, they may book a regular private lesson. A choreography fee will apply for this service, calculated at $75-$100 per minute depending on the individual requirements of the routine.