Youth Programs

Winter School Holiday Workshops

Dance Workshops for Ages 5-18

Winter School Holiday Workshops
6 – 17 July 2026
Ages 5 – 18

Early Bird Discount – Book before 5 June using the code ‘WINTER10’ to receive 10% off.

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Overview

Dates  6 – 17 July 2026

Ages   5 – 18 years

Levels    Beginner to Advanced

Locations
Sydney Dance Company, Wharf Studios
& Pennant Hills, Mount St Benedict College

Winter School Holiday Workshops

Young dancers will have fun, develop their dance skills and be taught by the best in the industry at Sydney Dance Company’s Winter School Holiday Workshops. Explore a range of dance styles these holidays, from Commercial & Street Dance to Musical Theatre, Contemporary and more.

Early Bird Discount
Book before 5 June using the code ‘WINTER10’ to receive 10% off.

Sydney Dance Company is committed to providing a safe and positive environment for children and young people. You can download our Child Protection Policy and our Values and Expectations documents here.

Book Now
FAQs

Sydney Dance Company holiday workshops are primarily for young dancers (aged 5-18) with some experience. We also offer workshops for beginner dancers. Please book the course appropriate to your age group and experience level.

Wear casual dance wear, something that you already have and feel comfortable in e.g. dance tights and top, leotard and tights with skirt or shorts over the top, track pants and t-shirt/singlet top. For Jazz and Hip Hop bring jazz shoes or sneakers and for Contemporary and Lyrical bring ballet flats or cotton socks. You can also dance bare foot.

Please bring your own lunch, snacks and drinks. Students with any allergies should take appropriate precautions. Take your bags into the studio with you and leave valuables at home. There is hand sanitiser available at multiple points across the Studios for you to use.

Please enrol online by clicking the Book Now button.

Parents/Guardians will be asked to create an account for themselves. Once this is created, you have the option to attach a child account to your account. Please create an account for each child you wish to enrol. Enrol in the selected course and then checkout. If you wish to enrol multiple children or purchase multiple workshops, click again to add another class/child before checking out.

We do not provide refunds or credits for change of mind or other personal circumstances. We can provide a credit note if the cancellation is due to a medical reason and a medical certificate is provided.

Dance classes can involve risk of personal injury. While Sydney Dance Company takes all reasonable care in the conduct of its classes, it accepts no responsibility for injury or loss caused during classes or whilst participants are at or near the dance studio. You are responsible for ensuring that you are physically and medically fit for the class and during the class you must at all times take care of your own personal safety. If an advertised teacher is suddenly unavailable, due to circumstances beyond our control, a replacement teacher with similar attributes and qualifications will be employed.

Yes, we accept the Active Kids voucher.

Workshop Styles

Dates  6 – 17 July 2026

Ages   5 – 18 years

Levels    Beginner to Advanced

Locations
Sydney Dance Company, Wharf Studios
& Pennant Hills, Mount St Benedict College

Book Now
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Explore Workshops by Style

Sydney Dance Company’s Winter School Holiday Workshops are the perfect opportunity for young dancers aged 5 – 18 to develop technique, explore their creativity and, most importantly, have fun!

These 2- and 3-day workshops (excluding beginner dance programs) culminate in an informal sharing for families at 3:45pm on the final day.

With a range of different styles and levels available, there’s an option for every young performer this school holidays.Find the right fit based on what your dancer loves, or try something new.

Commercial & Street Dance

Hip Hop, Theatre Jazz, Jazz & JFH

Ideal for dancers who love fast-paced, expressive movement.

High-energy and performance-driven, these workshops focus on commercial choreography. Dancers will build confidence, musicality and stage presence while learning bold, dynamic routines.

Classical & Contemporary

Ballet, Lyrical, Improvisation & Contemporary

A great workshop for dancers looking to refine technique.

Develop strong technique, alignment and expressive movement. These workshops focus on control, flow and musical interpretation.

All Styles Workshops

Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical & Theatre Jazz

Best for dancers who want to try a bit of everything.

Designed to build versatility across multiple styles! In this workshop dancers will explore different techniques while learning a variety of choreography.

Beginner Workshops

Contemporary, Hip Hop, Theatre Jazz

No experience needed.

A supportive introduction to dance for those just starting out. These sessions focus on basic technique, coordination and confidence in a fun, encouraging environment.

Musical Theatre

Perfect for dancers who love to perform.

Combine dance with storytelling and performance. These workshops explore theatre jazz, character work and expressive choreography. Learn how to sing and dance in character. Work with a choreographer/director and a musical director across the three days to create a short presentation.

Neuro-Inclusive Dance WorkshopA welcoming, autism-friendly workshop designed to support dancers of all abilities. Sessions include warm-ups, creative activities and contemporary dance in a structured, inclusive environment. Parents and carers are welcome to remain in the space.

Click the View Timetable button below to see our Winter School Holiday workshops timetable!

View Timetable

Neuro-Inclusive Workshop

Neuro-Inclusive Workshop (Ages 8-12)

Date  Monday 13 July – Tuesday 14 July 2026

Time: 10.15am – 12.30pm

Ages   8-12 years

Location
Sydney Dance Company, Wharf 4/5, 15 Hickson Road, Dawes Point

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Neuro-Inclusive Workshop

Date: Monday 13 July 2026
Location: Sydney Dance Company, Wharf 4/5, 15 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct.
Price: $50
Time: 10.15am – 12.15pm daily

This neuro-inclusive and autism-friendly workshop, delivered by Sydney Dance Company as part of our Summer School Holiday Dance Workshop program, offers young participants the chance to explore creativity through dance and movement in a supported environment. Open to ages 8 – 12, the session includes a warm-up, creative games and activities, and contemporary dance choreography led by our teaching artists. Parents and carers are welcome to remain in the space to support participants.

Adaptations made for this session include:
• workshop capped at 14 participants
• reduced music volume
• reduced lighting
• visual story made available
• quiet area

Schedule:

10.15am: Registrations Opens
10.30am – 12.15pm: Activities, dance choreographer. Will include a 15 minute break.

If you have any questions, call our Customer Service team on 02 9258 4818 or email sdc@sydneydancecompany.com.

Book Now

Sydney Dance Company has partnered with Autism Spectrum Australia to develop this visual story.

Visual stories are used to prepare people for a new environment or situation.

They are written in an easy-read format and use pictures to provide greater accessibility for everyone.

School Holiday Visual Story

Teachers & Choreographers

Sydney Dance Company teachers and choreographers are highly experienced industry professionals with a passion for teaching young people. Sharing their expertise and unique style, they will provide support and guidance to all students. All our teaching staff and Company dancers have a valid Working With Children Check.

 

Book Now

Child Safety

A Child Safe Organisation

Sydney Dance Company is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, stable and secure environment for children. We believe that the welfare of children participating in our programs is our highest priority and we foster practices to support children’s health, developmental needs, self-respect and confidence. You can download our Child Protection Policy and our Values and Expectations for children participating in activities with Sydney Dance Company below.

All teaching staff employed by Sydney Dance Company to work with children and young people hold a current NSW Working With Children Check and agree to abide by our policies and guidelines in relation to working with children.

Should you have any questions or need guidance on how to raise a concern, please don’t hesitate to contact our Child Safe Environment Officer on 02 9258 4800 or education@sydneydancecompany.com.

Child Protection Policy
Values for Children & Young People

How to Get Here?

Sydney Dance Company, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct Studios

Getting to Sydney Dance Company
Public transport is the best way to get to Sydney Dance Company. Barangaroo metro station and Circular Quay train station are the closest public transport hubs.

Train
Sydney Dance Company is a short 8-minute walk from Barangaroo metro station or a 15-minute walk from Circular Quay and Wynyard train stations.

Bus services
Buses 324 and 325 run from the CBD to the precinct, with stops just outside the theatre. For details please visit  Transport NSW or telephone 131 500.

Parking
While on-street metered parking is available at the precinct, we recommend parking at the following parking stations located along Hickson Road:
● Bond One, 26 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay
● Barangaroo Point Car Park, entry via Hickson Road
● Barangaroo Reserve, 5 Towns Place, Barangaroo

More Information
For more information about Sydney Dance Company, please contact Customer Service via phone (02) 9221 4811 or email at sdc@sydneydancecompany.com.

Pennant Hills

Getting to Mount St Benedict College, Pennant Hills
Mount St Benedict College is easily accessible by public transport, with nearby train, metro and bus connections.

Train
The closest train station is Pennant Hills Station (T9 Northern Line), approximately a 15–20 minute walk to the college.

Bus services
Several bus routes stop close to the college, including services along Pennant Hills Road and Beecroft Road, just a short walk from the campus.

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Overview

Dates  6 – 17 July 2026

Ages   5 – 18 years

Levels    Beginner to Advanced

Locations
Sydney Dance Company, Wharf Studios
& Pennant Hills, Mount St Benedict College

Winter School Holiday Workshops

Young dancers will have fun, develop their dance skills and be taught by the best in the industry at Sydney Dance Company’s Winter School Holiday Workshops. Explore a range of dance styles these holidays, from Commercial & Street Dance to Musical Theatre, Contemporary and more.

Early Bird Discount
Book before 5 June using the code ‘WINTER10’ to receive 10% off.

Sydney Dance Company is committed to providing a safe and positive environment for children and young people. You can download our Child Protection Policy and our Values and Expectations documents here.

Book Now
FAQs

Sydney Dance Company holiday workshops are primarily for young dancers (aged 5-18) with some experience. We also offer workshops for beginner dancers. Please book the course appropriate to your age group and experience level.

Wear casual dance wear, something that you already have and feel comfortable in e.g. dance tights and top, leotard and tights with skirt or shorts over the top, track pants and t-shirt/singlet top. For Jazz and Hip Hop bring jazz shoes or sneakers and for Contemporary and Lyrical bring ballet flats or cotton socks. You can also dance bare foot.

Please bring your own lunch, snacks and drinks. Students with any allergies should take appropriate precautions. Take your bags into the studio with you and leave valuables at home. There is hand sanitiser available at multiple points across the Studios for you to use.

Please enrol online by clicking the Book Now button.

Parents/Guardians will be asked to create an account for themselves. Once this is created, you have the option to attach a child account to your account. Please create an account for each child you wish to enrol. Enrol in the selected course and then checkout. If you wish to enrol multiple children or purchase multiple workshops, click again to add another class/child before checking out.

We do not provide refunds or credits for change of mind or other personal circumstances. We can provide a credit note if the cancellation is due to a medical reason and a medical certificate is provided.

Dance classes can involve risk of personal injury. While Sydney Dance Company takes all reasonable care in the conduct of its classes, it accepts no responsibility for injury or loss caused during classes or whilst participants are at or near the dance studio. You are responsible for ensuring that you are physically and medically fit for the class and during the class you must at all times take care of your own personal safety. If an advertised teacher is suddenly unavailable, due to circumstances beyond our control, a replacement teacher with similar attributes and qualifications will be employed.

Yes, we accept the Active Kids voucher.

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Workshop Styles

Dates  6 – 17 July 2026

Ages   5 – 18 years

Levels    Beginner to Advanced

Locations
Sydney Dance Company, Wharf Studios
& Pennant Hills, Mount St Benedict College

Book Now
Sign up to our newsletter!
Explore Workshops by Style

Sydney Dance Company’s Winter School Holiday Workshops are the perfect opportunity for young dancers aged 5 – 18 to develop technique, explore their creativity and, most importantly, have fun!

These 2- and 3-day workshops (excluding beginner dance programs) culminate in an informal sharing for families at 3:45pm on the final day.

With a range of different styles and levels available, there’s an option for every young performer this school holidays.Find the right fit based on what your dancer loves, or try something new.

Commercial & Street Dance

Hip Hop, Theatre Jazz, Jazz & JFH

Ideal for dancers who love fast-paced, expressive movement.

High-energy and performance-driven, these workshops focus on commercial choreography. Dancers will build confidence, musicality and stage presence while learning bold, dynamic routines.

Classical & Contemporary

Ballet, Lyrical, Improvisation & Contemporary

A great workshop for dancers looking to refine technique.

Develop strong technique, alignment and expressive movement. These workshops focus on control, flow and musical interpretation.

All Styles Workshops

Hip Hop, Contemporary, Lyrical & Theatre Jazz

Best for dancers who want to try a bit of everything.

Designed to build versatility across multiple styles! In this workshop dancers will explore different techniques while learning a variety of choreography.

Beginner Workshops

Contemporary, Hip Hop, Theatre Jazz

No experience needed.

A supportive introduction to dance for those just starting out. These sessions focus on basic technique, coordination and confidence in a fun, encouraging environment.

Musical Theatre

Perfect for dancers who love to perform.

Combine dance with storytelling and performance. These workshops explore theatre jazz, character work and expressive choreography. Learn how to sing and dance in character. Work with a choreographer/director and a musical director across the three days to create a short presentation.

Neuro-Inclusive Dance Workshop
A welcoming, autism-friendly workshop designed to support dancers of all abilities. Sessions include warm-ups, creative activities and contemporary dance in a structured, inclusive environment. Parents and carers are welcome to remain in the space.

Click the View Timetable button below to see our Winter School Holiday workshops timetable!

View Timetable
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Neuro-Inclusive Workshop

Neuro-Inclusive Workshop (Ages 8-12)

Date  Monday 13 July – Tuesday 14 July 2026

Time: 10.15am – 12.30pm

Ages   8-12 years

Location
Sydney Dance Company, Wharf 4/5, 15 Hickson Road, Dawes Point

Book Now
Neuro-Inclusive Workshop

Date: Monday 13 July 2026
Location: Sydney Dance Company, Wharf 4/5, 15 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct.
Price: $50
Time: 10.15am – 12.15pm daily

This neuro-inclusive and autism-friendly workshop, delivered by Sydney Dance Company as part of our Summer School Holiday Dance Workshop program, offers young participants the chance to explore creativity through dance and movement in a supported environment. Open to ages 8 – 12, the session includes a warm-up, creative games and activities, and contemporary dance choreography led by our teaching artists. Parents and carers are welcome to remain in the space to support participants.

Adaptations made for this session include:
• workshop capped at 14 participants
• reduced music volume
• reduced lighting
• visual story made available
• quiet area

Schedule:

10.15am: Registrations Opens
10.30am – 12.15pm: Activities, dance choreographer. Will include a 15 minute break.

If you have any questions, call our Customer Service team on 02 9258 4818 or email sdc@sydneydancecompany.com.

Book Now

Sydney Dance Company has partnered with Autism Spectrum Australia to develop this visual story.

Visual stories are used to prepare people for a new environment or situation.

They are written in an easy-read format and use pictures to provide greater accessibility for everyone.

School Holiday Visual Story
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Teachers & Choreographers

Sydney Dance Company teachers and choreographers are highly experienced industry professionals with a passion for teaching young people. Sharing their expertise and unique style, they will provide support and guidance to all students. All our teaching staff and Company dancers have a valid Working With Children Check.

 

Book Now
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Child Safety

A Child Safe Organisation

Sydney Dance Company is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, stable and secure environment for children. We believe that the welfare of children participating in our programs is our highest priority and we foster practices to support children’s health, developmental needs, self-respect and confidence. You can download our Child Protection Policy and our Values and Expectations for children participating in activities with Sydney Dance Company below.

All teaching staff employed by Sydney Dance Company to work with children and young people hold a current NSW Working With Children Check and agree to abide by our policies and guidelines in relation to working with children.

Should you have any questions or need guidance on how to raise a concern, please don’t hesitate to contact our Child Safe Environment Officer on 02 9258 4800 or education@sydneydancecompany.com.

Child Protection Policy
Values for Children & Young People
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How to Get Here?

Sydney Dance Company, Walsh Bay Arts Precinct Studios

Getting to Sydney Dance Company
Public transport is the best way to get to Sydney Dance Company. Barangaroo metro station and Circular Quay train station are the closest public transport hubs.

Train
Sydney Dance Company is a short 8-minute walk from Barangaroo metro station or a 15-minute walk from Circular Quay and Wynyard train stations.

Bus services
Buses 324 and 325 run from the CBD to the precinct, with stops just outside the theatre. For details please visit  Transport NSW or telephone 131 500.

Parking
While on-street metered parking is available at the precinct, we recommend parking at the following parking stations located along Hickson Road:
● Bond One, 26 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay
● Barangaroo Point Car Park, entry via Hickson Road
● Barangaroo Reserve, 5 Towns Place, Barangaroo

More Information
For more information about Sydney Dance Company, please contact Customer Service via phone (02) 9221 4811 or email at sdc@sydneydancecompany.com.

Pennant Hills

Getting to Mount St Benedict College, Pennant Hills
Mount St Benedict College is easily accessible by public transport, with nearby train, metro and bus connections.

Train
The closest train station is Pennant Hills Station (T9 Northern Line), approximately a 15–20 minute walk to the college.

Bus services
Several bus routes stop close to the college, including services along Pennant Hills Road and Beecroft Road, just a short walk from the campus.

Previous School Holiday Worshops