Currumbin’s Home of Dance Since 1978
Ballet, jazz, tap, acro, contemporary, hip hop and musical theatre for ages 2 to pre-professional. Welcoming families from Currumbin, Elanora, Palm Beach and across the Southern Gold Coast.
Why Choose Coastal Dance?
- Established reputation with over 45 years of excellence in dance education
- Professional, qualified instructors dedicated to nurturing every student
- Opportunities for exams, performances and competition teams
- Supportive, family-focused environment where every dancer belongs
- Conveniently located in Currumbin, QLD, just minutes from Elanora, Palm Beach and the rest of the Southern Gold Coast
Dance Classes for All Ages
Whether your child is taking their first steps into the studio or you’re training towards a professional career, we have a class for you. We welcome students from 2 years old to pre-professional level, with programs designed to build confidence, strength and artistry.
COMDANCE Ballet & Jazz
Tapatak Oz Tap
Contemporary & Lyrical
Hip Hop & Commercial Jazz
Musical Theatre
Acrobatics
Meet Our Principal
From her first dance steps at age three, Kate’s passion for dance has been unwavering. After a brief pause due to a time clash with Bananas in Pyjamas, she resumed at age five and has never looked back. Trained by Conny Mathot and later at the Ransley Ballet and Dance Centre, Kate honed her skills with esteemed teachers like Meghan Cooper, Phillip and Rowena Chatfield, and Sue-Ellen Chesters.
At 14, Kate dedicated herself to full-time training, excelling in all her RAD exams. Her journey took her to New York for the prestigious Ailey School summer program, and she frequently traveled to the US for further training. Moving to London, Kate was represented by the Mark Summers Agency and performed with the Kinisi Dance Company, engaging in numerous shows and commercial projects.
In 2012, Kate returned to the Gold Coast and took over Coastal Dance, where her exceptional teaching earned her the Teacher of the Year award for Tapatak Oz. Kate has been a registered teacher with the Australian Conservatoire of Ballet and is currently preparing for her ComDance Teachers exam. Kate has mentored students to remarkable achievements, including the highest ComDance Grade 6 ballet score in the state. Her students have gone on to professional work and full-time dance studios, a testament to her expertise and dedication.
Student Successes
Our dancers have taken their training around the world, performing professionally across Australia and internationally. Coastal Dance alumni have worked with iconic productions and companies including Moulin Rouge, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Disney Resorts and Cruise Lines, Okada Casino, and in major productions such as Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis.
What Our Families Say
We are so happy we chose Coastal Dance and are very proud to be part of the Coastal community. Miss Kate & her team instill professionalism & values whilst having fun & creating lifelong friends.
Current Parent
Coastal Dance has been a wonderful studio for our girls to thrive. If you are looking for a studio that focuses on technique and has a strong sense of community, then Coastal Dance is for you. Kate has created a supportive environment where kids can learn all styles of dance.
Current Parent
Miss Kate and all of the other Coastal teachers have not only taught our daughter dance technique and given her confidence, they have made her part of a wonderful team, a second family where she has met beautiful friends.
Current Parent
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