DANCE MASTERS INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION
Dance Masters International Association was founded in 1962 to support the development and growth of professional dancing in Western Australia.
We provide guidance, governance and support to Ballroom and Theatrical dance studios across the state to ensure the highest industry standards are maintained. We work together with studio members to develop the teaching syllabus and to promote and host regular dance events including professional judication.
The association has an excellent syllabi for practical and theory examinations in a variety of dance styles for amateur and professional dancers. Our range of events include pageants, competitions and championships for Ballroom medallists and competition dancers and all styles of Theatrical dancing.
All DMIA studio principals are fully qualified and offer a range of fantastic group classes and social dancing for all ages.
LEARN TO DANCE AT A DMIA STUDIO
DMIA accredited members offer professional dance classes in a wide range of Ballroom and Theatrical styles, with classes available for both children and adults. Member studios can be found throughout Perth and in regional WA.
Ballroom
Ballroom Dancing
Learn to dance Slow Rhythm, Waltz, Quickstep, Tango and Foxtrot
Latin
Latin Dancing
Learn to dance Cha Cha, Rhumba, Samba, Jive and Paso Doble! Salsa classes are also offered at many DMIA studios, bringing together a fusion of Latin and Afro-Caribbean dance.
New Vogue
New Vogue Sequence Dancing
New Vogue Dancing is a uniquely Australian style of sequence Ballroom dancing, designed with it’s own set of steps, which, once learnt, you can dance anywhere, with any partner, with ease!
Theatrical
Theatrical Dance
Lights, curtains, action! Learn the fundamental of theatrical performance and stage dancing. Get set to dance for a live audience!
Hip Hop
Hip Hop Dancing
Hip hop is a popular style of dance performed at dance competitions and in music videos all over the world. It began on the streets of New York City, and now you can learn Hip Hop at a DMIA members studio near you!
Tap Dancing
Tap Dancing
Tap dancing is an exciting dance style that uses metal-plated shoes to create complicated clicking noises. No matter how old or young you are, you can become an amazing tap dancer with practice. Start your tap journey at a DMIA member studio!
Modern Jazz
Modern Jazz
Jazz dancing is often associated with Broadway musicals such as Chicago or Fame, and incorporates technique such as kicks, turns and leaps. This fun and engaging dance style will help you to develop flexibility, co-ordination and improve fitness.
Ballet
Ballet
Ballet originated in the fifteenth century and has since defined the foundational techniques used in many other dance genres and cultures. Learning ballet is a wonderful journey and finding the right place to learn is crucial to prolonging your ballet experience.
DANCE EVENTS
The DMIA hosts a series of Ballroom dance competitions in Perth throughout the year. These events bring together students from across all DMIA ballroom studios to showcase their dancing skills and compete for medals and professional standing. Students not only gain invaluable floor experience, but they also enjoy the opportunity to dance for a live audience and socialise with fellow dancers from across the state.
DMIA events are designed to be fun and inclusive. We encourage dancers of all ages, skill levels and backgrounds to participate and include dance divisions from tiny-tot beginner through to master levels. All events include professional hosting, judication and trophy presentations.
ENGAGE STUDENTS IN THE ART OF DANCING
Curriculum-focused, social dance lessons for schools
The DMIA offers a range of dance programs for West Australian primary and secondary schools. These include Social Partner Dancing or DanceFIT lessons. All classes are hosted by a professional dance instructor and have been developed to reflect the WA Arts Curriculum. We can teach onsite at school during teaching hours, or at your local DMIA member studio, with studios available throughout Perth metro and regionally from Geraldton to Albany.
Short courses, specifically designed to meet school requirements are also available for more remote schools.
