Additional Programs
VarSIty Crew
Our Varsity Crew is an elite Hip Hop program for advanced dancers in both Junior and Senior divisions. Designed for dancers committed to excellence, this crew trains intensively with the goal of competing at the highest level nationally and internationally.
Open to elite dancers only, the Varsity Crew demands dedication, discipline and passion. Members are challenged to push their limits, refine their craft and perform at competition level alongside some of the best dancers in the country.
Most recently, DNA achieved outstanding success at Hip Hop International Australia, with all four crews taking 1st place at the Victorian Heat and qualifying for Nationals in Sydney.
At the National Championships, our Mega Crew placed 1st in Australia, earning the title of National Champions and securing their place to represent Australia at the World Championships.
These results reflect the standard, discipline and passion within our Varsity program, and reinforce DNA’s reputation as one of Australia’s leading competitive hip hop studios.
VCE VET Dance
Turn Your Passion Into Your Education Pathway
VCE VET Dance at DNA Performing Arts gives secondary school students the opportunity to turn their passion for dance into a nationally recognised vocational qualification while completing their secondary education. Delivered in partnership with Ausdance VIC (RTO 20949), the program combines practical dance training, performance experience, creative development and industry-focused learning, providing students with the skills, knowledge and confidence to explore future pathways in dance and the performing arts.
Through structured training in Jazz and Lyrical, students develop their technical ability, artistry and performance skills while gaining valuable knowledge in safe dance practices, audition preparation and the professional expectations of the creative arts industry. Beyond the studio, the program encourages essential transferable skills including teamwork, resilience, self-discipline, communication and professionalism.
Open to students entering Years 10, 11 and 12, VCE VET Dance provides pathways towards a Certificate II in Dance and Certificate III in Dance, depending on the student's year level and successful completion of the relevant requirements. Eligible students undertaking scored Units 3 & 4 may also receive a study score that contributes towards their ATAR, allowing them to incorporate their passion for dance into their academic pathway.
Email us for more information or to receive our VCE VET Dance Information Pack.
Elevate
Pre Professional Program
Elevate is designed to prepare emerging performers for every aspect of a professional career in the performing arts. Through advanced technical dance training and real world industry insight, participants gain the skills, confidence, and connections needed to step into the performing arts world with clarity and purpose. Alongside intensive creative development, Elevate also focuses on essential life skills including mental health, nutrition, and financial literacy to support long term wellbeing.
With audition experience, business guidance, and a fully developed professional toolkit, graduates leave Elevate ready to navigate the industry and have a much larger understanding and awareness of what will be expected of them when they step into the professional performer world. This program is audition only and is open to the public, you do not have to be enrolled as a DNA student to take part in this program.
Email us if you would like more information.
