How do you know Destine Dance is best?
There are many studios around and all of them staffed by teachers skilled and trained in dance. We understand that so it is fair for you to ask why you should learn at Destine Dance, and not somewhere else. This page will explain just why. Make sure you read to the end about how other organisations have come to us because of our skills.
Our philosophy - teacher first dancer second
We know that you want to become a better dancer. We know that want you learn to dance properly. And we know that you want it to be fun and enjoyable while you do so. Achieving this balance of fun and progression when you are at Destine Dance is our goal. The key to this is the staff. At Destine Dance we select people based on their ability to teach you dance in a way that is both fun and effective. Knowing how to dance is just the beginning. Knowing how to help other people become the best dancer they can be and keeping it fun lesson after lesson is what separates the teachers that work here from the rest. And that's what makes us best for you. At Destine Dance, your lessons see you improve, they are fun, they teach you authentic dance and the atmosphere is relaxed and positive.
The proof
Our commitment to our philosophy is what makes our students so happy with what we offer. Take a look below at the testimonials and examples of others who have learned here. Then read more about our philosophy to see why Destine Dance is the ideal place for you.
There are many studios around and all of them staffed by teachers skilled and trained in dance. We understand that so it is fair for you to ask why you should learn at Destine Dance, and not somewhere else. This page will explain just why. Make sure you read to the end about how other organisations have come to us because of our skills.
Our philosophy - teacher first dancer second
We know that you want to become a better dancer. We know that want you learn to dance properly. And we know that you want it to be fun and enjoyable while you do so. Achieving this balance of fun and progression when you are at Destine Dance is our goal. The key to this is the staff. At Destine Dance we select people based on their ability to teach you dance in a way that is both fun and effective. Knowing how to dance is just the beginning. Knowing how to help other people become the best dancer they can be and keeping it fun lesson after lesson is what separates the teachers that work here from the rest. And that's what makes us best for you. At Destine Dance, your lessons see you improve, they are fun, they teach you authentic dance and the atmosphere is relaxed and positive.
The proof
Our commitment to our philosophy is what makes our students so happy with what we offer. Take a look below at the testimonials and examples of others who have learned here. Then read more about our philosophy to see why Destine Dance is the ideal place for you.
Testimonials and examples
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Latin classes
Clint's Salsa classes* are a great way to learn the fundamentals of this fun and sociable dance style. He is incredibly patient and skilled at teaching all levels .... really enjoyable. 
Lys Perks
*Clint is a teacher at Destine and Salsa is one of the styles we teach |
Interviews with studentsThe video below is of an interview with Al and Rosie - two students at Destine Dance. See what that have to say about the lessons and styles taught at Destine Dance.
Case Study: learn to dance in 6 weeks
This is an example of a couple who went through one of our programs. They then became regular students. It's an excellent example of what you can achieve when you come to Destine Dance. |
A mastery of teaching and dance
To dance well you need a dancer skilled in teaching. This is where Destine Dance excels. We understand that everyone learns differently and we also understand the attributes you need to develop so you can dance well.
Destine Dance has:
Destine Dance has:
- An understanding of learning styles
- Knowledge on how to identify your learning style
- Knowledge on how to encourage the right learning style for each aspect of dance so you learn faster
- The ability to use inner game techniques to increase your ease and joy of learning dance
- An appreciation for the origins of dance so you can feel confident you dance well
- Expertise in physical conditioning to help you gain excellent movement quickly
- A collection of techniques to help you with any aspect of dance you worry you might struggle with: timing, confidence, movement, posture etc.
- A focus on guiding your practice outside of class so you can progress with speed and learn cost effectively
Dance: from learning to doing
You want to learn to dance, but you also want to dance as well. That means you need a studio the offers you outlets to use the dance skills we will give you. To give you this, Destine Dance runs:
- Social nights with friendly comps so you can socialise with other students
- Medal nights where you can be certified to confirm your dance ability
- Showcases at all our events so you can create your own routine to show to others
- Open nights so you can meet other students and people from outside the studio through social dance
- Outings to social events in Melbourne so you can enter the local dance community with people you know
Dance for what you want
Destine dance covers many styles of partner dance and offers a structure to help you progress effectively. We encourage you to follow an established path that will give you a broad base of dance and focused development. This will allow you to learn all forms of dance and progress you most effectively. However, we also realise that dance is for you. Therefore, we can accommodate you as much as is possible to give you want you want, which we also know can change. Because we want it to be about you, and we are ready to help you get what you want, Destine Dance is the perfect place for you to learn dance.
Knowing you are learning proper dance
When you learn to dance, you want to know that you can dance with others anywhere in the world. As well as teaching a large number of styles so you can always dance the style that is being danced at any event, we focus on teaching you to dance properly. They key to this is our relationship with the Australian Dancing Society (ADS). The ADS is part of a coalition of international dance organisations that keeps everyone around the globe on the same page when it comes to dance so that we can all dance with each other.
Every 6 weeks Destine Dance runs an awards night where you can show what you know to a registered member of the ADS. This gives you 2 things:
Every 6 weeks Destine Dance runs an awards night where you can show what you know to a registered member of the ADS. This gives you 2 things:
- Certainty you are learning to dance properly, which helps you enjoy it even more
- Feedback from an independent expert on how you can become an even better dancer
Others who have come to us
Destine Dance has been engaged by the following for our expertise in dance.
The producers of the TV series Wentworth. When there was the call for a scene in Wentworth that called for Argentine Tango, the production company, Freemantle Media, came to Destine Dance to teach their actors how to dance.
The Southern Area Concert Band. When they were engaging talent for their Dance Around the World performance, The Southern Area Concert Band contacted Destine Dance to choreograph and perform a Foxtrot to their rendition of Beauty and the Beats.
Power Up Domestic Abuse Awareness fundraiser. The organisers of this fundraiser wanted a display dance to showcase respectful interactions between men and women in an entertaining way. Destine Dance was asked to do this.
The above shows the diversity of organisations who have come to Destine Dance for our expertise. This is the same expertise that is used to teach you to dance.
The producers of the TV series Wentworth. When there was the call for a scene in Wentworth that called for Argentine Tango, the production company, Freemantle Media, came to Destine Dance to teach their actors how to dance.
The Southern Area Concert Band. When they were engaging talent for their Dance Around the World performance, The Southern Area Concert Band contacted Destine Dance to choreograph and perform a Foxtrot to their rendition of Beauty and the Beats.
Power Up Domestic Abuse Awareness fundraiser. The organisers of this fundraiser wanted a display dance to showcase respectful interactions between men and women in an entertaining way. Destine Dance was asked to do this.
The above shows the diversity of organisations who have come to Destine Dance for our expertise. This is the same expertise that is used to teach you to dance.
Yes! I want to learn to dance.
Take a look at the dance lessons options to see how you can start your journey into the world of social dancing.