CLASSES ARE NOW BACK FOR 2024
The Kim Baker Ballet Academy is one of the finest schools of dance in Western Australia and caters to all ages and levels of dance including:
2024 Term dates
Term 1: Wednesday 31 January to Thursday 28 March
Term 2: Wednesday 15 April to Saturday 29 June
Term 3: Monday 15 July to Saturday 21 September
Term 4: Monday 7 October to Saturday 14 December
Creative fun Tiny Tots ballet classes for children aged 2 to 4 years of age.
Junior and Senior Ballet classes available from Kindy to Year 12.
Specialist After School Program and Specialist Professional Training Full Time Program.
Certificate in Dance Courses through Empowerdance (RTO 40397) now available.
WELCOME TO KIM BAKER BALLET ACADEMY
We are a dedicated dance training institution for all children as well as those who show exceptional talent and potential to reach the highest levels of international ballet performance. Established in 1990, The Academy is one of only a few schools to offer a specialist after school and professional full time program for talented dancers and budding dance teachers in Perth. We employ the famous Vaganova Russian syllabus - used in professional ballet schools throughout the world. The Academy also offers a Standard Course, Tiny Tots and Junior Ballet. The standard course is designed for students who love the joy of dance and they can attend as many classes as they wish. The contemporary classes are suitable for children from 11 years of age and are perfect for all levels and also highly recommended for ATAR dance students. The Tiny Tots and Junior ballet are creative, fun ballet classes promoting imagination, rhythm, good posture, listening skills and positive self-esteem.
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EXCELLENCE. COMMITMENT. CARING.
The Kim Baker Ballet Academy fosters a caring and protected environment, whilst advocating total commitment to the pursuit of excellence.
Our values drive everything we do. We...
FOSTER
the love and appreciation of dance
MAINTAIN
a caring and protected environment
INCORPORATE
the latest technqiues from the finest ballet schools
ENGAGE
guest artists and practitioners to broaden students' knowledge
ARE OPEN
to people from all backgrounds
OUR PROGRAMMES
Tiny Tots
Ballet
2 to 4 years of age
Junior
Ballet
4 to 9 years of age
Intermediate/
Senior Ballet and Contemporary
8 to 20 years of age
A stimulating and fun dance experience developing imagination, self-expression, musicality, rhythm, dance movement, coordination, good posture and listening skills.
As with Tiny Tots, students continue developing self-expression, rhythm and listening skills. The Junior Ballet programme also introduces new exercises of classical ballet technique with extended development of musicality, dance steps and coordination. Performance opportunities available and also examinations available from Grade 2.
Students can study classical ballet creative and contemporary classes and achieve a confident approach to their training. Examinations and performances are available and it is also a course for students who want to attend ballet for fitness and the love of dance. This course can be tailored to each individual's needs and interests.
Specialist After School Program
Certificate Courses
through Empowerdance
(RTO 40397)
Professional Training Full Time Course
7 to 18 years of age
The specialist course is designed for the talented and dedicated dancer who would like to pursue a career in dance or dance teaching. It has a comprehensive dance curriculum and former students are now dancing and studying throughout Australia, Europe and The United States. Entry is by audition only.
This is a nationally recognised qualification and the pathways offered through Empowerdance RTO 40397 at the Kim Baker Ballet Academy provide excellence in dance training for the next generation of successful contemporary, ballet and commercial dancers, and for those with visions of inspiring and teaching generations to come.
We proud to offer a world class Professional Training Full Time Specialist Course for talented dancers who would like to take their training to the next level and pursue a career in dance, and future leaders who would like to pursue a career in dance teaching. The program consists of two streams including Professional Dancer Course and Professional Teacher Course.
Discounts Available
Receive 10% off all term fees when siblings enrol.
PRIVATE AUDITIONS BY APPOINTMENT
SPECIALIST COURSE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING FULLTIME SPECIALIST COURSE FOR PROFESSIONAL DANCER AND TEACHER OUTCOMES
CERTIFICATE COURSES:
CUA10120 CERTIFICATE I IN DANCE
CUA20120 CERTIFICATE II IN DANCE
CUA30120 CERTIFICATE III IN DANCE
CUA30320 CERTIFICATE III IN ASSIST DANCE TEACHING
CUA40120 CERTIFICATE IV IN DANCE
CUA40320 CERTIFICATE IV IN DANCE TEACHING AND MANAGEMENT
(CERTIFICATE IV DELIVERED BY EMPOWERDANCE RTO 40397 ON THEIR ELEVATE PROGRAM)
CONTACT KIM BAKER ON 0438 673 212
CERTIFICATE I, II & III IN DANCE NOW OFFERED!
NO AUDITION REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER JUNIOR, INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR STANDARD COURSES
To dance is
Joy
OUR CLASSES
Depending on a student's course and level, they select from a range of classes to attend weekly.
Tiny Tots
Learning through fun and enjoyment of dance
Classical
A traditional and formal style known for its rigorous technique and flowing, precise movements
Creative
Experience other dance forms, such as neo-classical, modern, music theatre and contemporary styles
Contemporary
Borrowing from many modern dancestyles of the 20th century. It encourages natural, spontaneous movement and personal interpretation
Repertoire and Production
Stretch and Fitness
Pointe
Pilates
Designed to enhance performing skills and begins the study of Corps de Ballet work
Designed to strengthen, tone and stretch the body to aid in dance technique
Preparing and enabling students to develop pointe work
Pilates training designed specifically for strengthening dancers
OUR LATEST SUCCESS STORIES
Darcy Greenwood
Successful in auditioning for WAAPA Diploma of Dance Full Time Course 2023. Winner of the Jacinta Ross-Ehlers Award 2022
Laura Stump
Successful in auditioning for the Elite West Australian Ballet Masterclass Program 2023.
Winner of the Jacinta Ross-Ehlers award 2022/2023
Amy Stump
Successful in auditioning and performing with the West Australian Ballet's season of Alice In Wonderland. Attended the Australian Ballet School's 2022 Elite Interstate Training Program (ITP), and accepted into the 2023 Australian Ballet School's Elite ITP.
Caitlin Heald
Accepted in to the Australian Ballet School's 2023 Elite Interstate Training Program and successful in auditioning and performing with the West Australian Ballet's Season of Alice In Wonderland
Clara King
Successful in auditioning and performing with the West Australian Ballet's season of Alice In Wonderland.
Class locations
Walliston, Bassendean
and Forrestfield
Head office
Unit 2/27 Laurence Road
Walliston WA 6076
Phone enquiries
0438 673 212
Email enquiries
Our Partners
We partner with local specialists to ensure the health, strength and safety of our students. Please visit their websites by clicking on the logo to show your support.
Physiotherapy and Pointe assessments in Kalamunda, Forrestfield and High Wycombe
Specialist pilates studio in Bickley Valley
