Dance is a year-long commitment. Enrolment in all dance programs occurs via our online enrolment system. New enrolments are only accepted in Term 1 and Term 4.

In order for a class or program to run, there must be a minimum of eight students enrolled. If this minimum number is not reached the class will not go ahead and any enrolled students will be fully refunded.

Fees for the first term are paid in advance by credit or debit card through the online enrolment page, and at the start of each subsequent term students will be automatically re-enrolled in the relevant programs and payment will be added to the student’s school fees.

Any student can opt out of re-enrolment by informing the Dance Coordinator in writing by Week 7 the term prior.

Students commit to their chosen dance programs for the full academic year so that they are able to participate in the performances and competitions throughout Term 2 through to Term 4.

We have high standards for the girls taking part in dance – they are expected to attend all rehearsals – both the weekly after school sessions and a small number of weekend rehearsals in the lead up to a major performance (not applicable for Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2). If a rehearsal must be missed, the Dance Coordinator must be informed in writing prior to the date of the rehearsal, with a minimum of one week’s notice. There is an expectation that students attend 85% of all scheduled rehearsals at minimum.

In Term 2 and Term 3, ensembles and companies will require additional rehearsals, including some Sundays, as they prepare for performances. Students and parents/carers will be notified of these rehearsal dates via term notices.

Please note:  Class and ensemble rehearsal venues are subject to change on occasion.

Parent pick up for Year 3 to Year 6 girls is in the southern foyer of the Senior Centre regardless of any room changes. 

2019 was an extremely successful year for the MLC School Dance program which continues to make an outstanding impression both within and outside the School community. Their participation in numerous internal and external performances and competitions has proved to be a great success for all involved. In 2019 the Junior Wakakirri entry Faded, which explored human impacts on the Great Barrier Reef received awards for: Spirit of Wakakirri, Best Teamwork, Excellent Performance Teamwork, Well-Rehearsed Performance, Excellent Group Acting, Excellent Theme/Concept, Best Direction – Combination of Dancing and Acting. The group also won a Story Award for Best Social Media Story which meant our Junior School team qualified for the awards night for the first time.

Our Senior Wakakirri team was awarded for their performance, The Price of Low Cost, Most creative reuse of materials for sets and props, Most creative reuse of materials for costumes, Excellent Lead Cast, Excellent Supporting Cast, Excellent Theme/Concept, Excellent Construction and Clarity, Excellent Overall Set Design, Best Backstage Crew, Best Lighting Design and Calling. The group also won a Story Award for Best Raising Awareness Story which meant our Senior School teams once again qualified for the awards nights and for the first time won the converted Division 1 – Story of the Year Award.

Our Junior and Senior School Hip Hop teams were undefeated in both Australian All Star Cheerleading Federation (AASCF) WinterFest and AASCF Dance Battle competitions with the Junior Pom and Senior Pom teams placing first in the AASCF WinterFest competition and at the Dance Battle.

We request that all parents/carers and students read and agree to the MLC School Dance contract before participating in co-curricular Dance.

• Pre-K to Year 6 Dance Contract
• Year 7 to Year 12 Dance Contract

For enquiries, please contact Dance Coordinator Jenna Skepper.