This year’s Vitality Dance Teacher Conference from Energetiks VDF is really homing in on the important subjects for dance educators and studio owners. We take a dive into their schedule for the event this coming Friday 12 April in Melbourne to find out what’s on offer to educate, illuminate and inspire… How do I make […]

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Choreographer Tim Podesta is coming to Energetiks VDF this year to audition for his latest work, appearing in Melbourne this July. Tim Podesta Creative is seeking two versatile dancers, aged 18 and above, to join an exciting contemporary dance creation. The selected dancers will have the unique opportunity to perform alongside international guest artists in […]

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The Joffrey Ballet School (JBS), New York will return to Australia this April with its popular masterclass audition series at Energetiks VDF24. Offering more dance styles than ever before and new scholarships for its summer training intensives, the school continues to seek out talented Australian dancers at the popular Victorian Dance Festival. Representing the school […]

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When it comes to professional development, as educators, we want to be sure we are spending our precious free time on something engaging, informative and relevant to us. Vitality Teacher Conference at Energetiks VDF is always chock full of inspiring seminars, Q&As and practical workshops, meaning we walk away from a full day of learning […]

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As media partner for the event, we just loved being a part of the Vitality Teacher Conference at Energetiks Victorian Dance Festival (VDF) earlier this year in April. As a standalone element of a truly epic festival weekend, this program puts teachers at the forefront of the festival. Vitality is the state of being strong […]

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If there’s one person who can help you build your studio, inspire you to invest in your professional development and achieve maximum student retention, it’s Chantelle Bruinsma of Studio Evolution. Not only does she have a solid background in the performing arts herself, but Bruinsma also founded a successful studio that grew to six locations […]

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As the school year begins and we focus again on students and learning outcomes, there is another cohort for whom the ‘first day back’ is perhaps even more important. Teachers.  Having been a teacher/trainer myself, I can confirm that fronting a class and dealing with students, parents and the often complex landscape of compliance can be a uniquely […]

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As a studio owner or dance teacher, it’s important to stay abreast of new trends, ideas, concepts and techniques. What are the latest findings in dance physiology and safe dance practice? What new programs, syllabi, products, or services could help you with the running of your studio or the teaching of your students? How are […]

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We are excited to announce that the Energetiks/Dance Informa Model Search has returned! After a challenging 2020 for dancers all across Australia, who will win this year’s search and claim the top prize? Iconic Australian dancewear brand Energetiks are seeking stand-out dancers and bright personalities who want to win a modelling contract with them, star on […]

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Although it’s still a few months away, excitement is building for Energetiks Victorian Dance Festival (VDF). There have already been a few instructor announcements, including the incredible Zoee Marsh, choreographer and movement coach; and Jarryd Byrne of Dancing with the Stars fame. And the news has now dropped that Travis Khan and Amy Berrisford, currently […]

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