● Pre-Professional Contemporary (CUA51520 Diploma of Professional Dance)
● Pre-Professional Performing Arts (CUA51520 Diploma of Professional Dance)
● Pre-Professional Musical Theatre (CUA50220 Diploma of Musical Theatre)
● Pre-Professional Bridging Program (CUA40120 Certificate IV in Dance)
● High School Academy (High School Alternative, years 7 to 12)
● Elevate Training Program (Youth Training Program)
● Dance Teaching & Management (CUA40320 Certificate IV in Dance Teaching & Management)
Course Details
Transit Dance is one of Australia’s leading dance training institutions, dedicated to preparing students for professional careers in dance and performance. Our nationally recognised, fully accredited courses are designed to fast-track your success, combining world-class faculty, small capped class sizes, and industry-focused training to ensure career progression.
With a 100% performance-based approach, our programs provide the technical excellence, artistic development, and real-world experience needed to thrive in the industry. If you’re serious about a career in dance, this is where your journey begins.
Teachers
At the heart of Transit is a team of highly respected, industry-leading educators, including 10 full-time faculty members who are sought after both in Australia and internationally. With extensive professional experience and a commitment to student success, our team ensures that every dancer receives the highest standard of training, mentorship, and industry insight.
At Transit, we are more than just a training institution—we are a thriving community that nurtures talent, fosters innovation, and builds the next generation of professional performers.
Core Faculty:
● Jayden Hicks - Artistic Director & Head of Dance
● Andrew Hallsworth - Head of Musical Theatre
● Priscilla Stavrou - Deputy Head of Dance (Performing Arts)
● Lachlan Hall - Deputy Head of Dance (Contemporary)
● Karen Malek - Head of Teacher Training
● Casey Davis - Course Coordinator, High School Academy
Our Contributors:
In addition to our core team, Transit Dance employs a large variety of session teachers, instructors and choreographers to work on their full time productions and classes. Along with providing valuable insight into the professional process, it also gives students the opportunity to build useful industry relationships.
Auditions
Early Audition: Sunday 13th April 2025 (Full Time Courses)
Main Audition: Saturday 14th June 2025 (Youth Programs)
Main Audition: Sunday 15th June 2025 (Full Time Courses)
Video Submission & Trial Class Audition: Available Anytime
For more information, to request an application pack, or to apply, register at www.transitdance.net.
