Melbourne Academy of the Arts

Melbourne Academy of the Arts "One of Australia's leading ballet schools and youth production companies, launching the next genera We offer video and in person auditions throughout the year.

TRAINING PROGRAMS:
- Pre-School Division
- Junior School Division
- Middle School Division
- Senior School Division
- Classical Extension Program (C.E.P)
- Full-Time Classical Program
- Full-Time Transition Program
- Full Time Transition Program Half Day Program
- Associate Intensive Program (Regional, Interstate & international students)
- Australian National Youth Ballet- (For Academy & External students)

Duration: The length of our courses depends on the varied training programs offered alongside the age, level and skill set of each student. Audition Requirements:
Entry into all programs and levels is via audition only.

✨ FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MELBOURNE ✨Melbourne Academy of the Arts is incredibly excited to welcome MARC RIBAUD Ballet Ma...
17/09/2026

✨ FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MELBOURNE ✨

Melbourne Academy of the Arts is incredibly excited to welcome MARC RIBAUD Ballet Master of The Stuttgart Ballet for an exclusive masterclass in Melbourne this October.

An extraordinary opportunity for Melbourne’s young dancers to train directly with an internationally renowned Ballet Master, former Artistic Director of the Royal Swedish Ballet and Ballet de l’Opéra de Nice, whose career has taken him to major ballet companies and schools around the world. Marc Ribaud has been Ballet Master with The Stuttgart Ballet since the 2018/19 season.

Marc has worked internationally as a Ballet Master, choreographer and Artistic Director, including with companies such as West Australian Ballet and Queensland Ballet, and has taught dancers internationally through masterclasses and professional training programs.

Now, Melbourne dancers have the opportunity to work with him.

🩰 EXCLUSIVE MASTER CLASS
📅 Friday 16 October 2026
📍 Melbourne Academy of the Arts
74 Herald Street, Cheltenham VIC
✨ Suitable for dancers aged 8–19 years

Places will be strictly limited.

This is a rare opportunity to experience the knowledge, musicality, artistry and professional insight of one of Europe’s highly experienced ballet masters right here in Melbourne.

Registrations opening now. Don’t miss it.

✨ **EXCLUSIVE MASTER CLASS WITH THE AMAZING SAMUEL AKINS** ✨Sam Akins Melbourne Academy of the Arts is delighted to wel...
14/08/2026

✨ **EXCLUSIVE MASTER CLASS WITH THE AMAZING SAMUEL AKINS** ✨
Sam Akins

Melbourne Academy of the Arts is delighted to welcome **Samuel Akins** for an exclusive master class this **30 August**.

Bringing experience from the prestigious **Opéra National de Paris** and **The Australian Ballet**, Samuel will share his artistry, musicality and professional insight with the next generation of dancers.

An exceptional opportunity to learn, be inspired and experience the artistry and discipline of world-class ballet training.

📅 **30 August**
📍 **Melbourne Academy of the Arts**
74 Herald Street, Cheltenham VIC 3192

Places are limited. Suitable for ages 7yo+
Link 🔗 in bio

✨ WELCOME TO THE MAARTS FACULTY – JOANNE MICHEL ✨It is with immense pride and honour that we welcome Joanne Michel to th...
08/07/2026

✨ WELCOME TO THE MAARTS FACULTY – JOANNE MICHEL ✨

It is with immense pride and honour that we welcome Joanne Michel to the Melbourne Academy of the Arts Faculty.

Joanne is one of Australia’s most respected ballet educators and a true icon of the Australian ballet industry. Following an outstanding professional career as a Principal Artist with The Australian Ballet and later Nederlands Dans Theater, Joanne has dedicated more than 23 years to shaping the next generation of elite dancers at The Australian Ballet School.

As Ballet Mistress and Graduate Year (Level 8 teacher, Joanne has mentored and guided countless young artists into professional careers with many of the world’s leading ballet companies. Her knowledge, artistry, professionalism and dedication to excellence have influenced generations of dancers and educators alike.

To have an educator of Joanne’s calibre join the MAARTS Faculty is an incredible privilege and reflects our ongoing commitment to providing Australia’s next generation of dancers with access to the highest level of professional training.

Our students will have the rare opportunity to learn from one of Australia’s most experienced and respected ballet pedagogues, benefiting from decades of artistic excellence, industry knowledge and a lifetime devoted to nurturing professional dancers.

Please join us in giving Joanne a very warm MAARTS welcome. We are incredibly honoured to have her as part of our family.

💚 Welcome, Joanne.

School holidays are coming and this one is different.Your dancer works hard. This holiday, let’s give them something tha...
15/06/2026

School holidays are coming and this one is different.

Your dancer works hard. This holiday, let’s give them something that works with them. 🩰

We’ve designed the Young Artist Group Intensive specifically for ballet students — combining Pilates conditioning, mobility, anatomy education and technique work in a supportive, structured environment.

This isn’t just “keep busy in the holidays.” It’s purposeful training that builds the body and mind your child needs to dance their best.

Ages 7–12 Juniors — 2 hours
Ages 13–19 Seniors — 3 hours

3-day intensives also available — and MAARTS family and friends, your exclusive discount code is waiting for you 👇

USE CODE: MAARTS26

Small groups. Real results. A program designed by a former professional dancer

PARIS OPERA BALLET MASTER CLASS 🌟We are thrilled to welcome Nikolaus Tudorin, Soloist with the Paris Opera Ballet, to Me...
07/06/2026

PARIS OPERA BALLET MASTER CLASS 🌟
We are thrilled to welcome Nikolaus Tudorin, Soloist with the Paris Opera Ballet, to Melbourne Academy of the Arts for an exclusive Master Class this August.

A rare opportunity for dancers to learn directly from an artist performing with one of the world’s most prestigious ballet companies.

⭐️Sunday 2 August 2026
⭐️Age Divisions:
Juniors: 7–9 years
Intermediate: 10–12 years
Seniors: 13+ years

⭐️2 Hour Master Class
Early Bird: $130 — available until 18 June
Regular Price: $150

Melbourne Academy of the Arts
74 Herald Street, Cheltenham VIC

Places are strictly limited.

Book Now: LINK 🔗 IN BIO
https://www.maarts.com.au/nikolaus-tudorin-master-class/

We look forward to welcoming dancers from across Victoria for an inspiring day of learning with one of the ballet world’s leading artists.

🏆 9 VICTORIAN STATE FINALISTS 🏆Congratulations to our nine dancers selected as Victorian State Finalists for World Balle...
05/06/2026

🏆 9 VICTORIAN STATE FINALISTS 🏆
Congratulations to our nine dancers selected as Victorian State Finalists for World Ballet Crown Australia 2026:
✨ Emily
✨ Claire
✨ Bernice
✨ Evie
✨ Angela
✨ Camilla
✨ Riisa
✨ Ailan
✨ Aaliyah

We are incredibly proud of each of you and the dedication, discipline, resilience, artistry and passion you bring to your training each week.

You represent our Academy with grace, humility and professionalism, and we are honoured to see your hard work recognised at this level. Your commitment to excellence continues to inspire those around you, and we look forward to supporting you throughout the next stage of your journey.

A sincere thank you to for providing such a wonderful platform for young dancers to grow, perform and pursue their dreams. Opportunities such as these help nurture the next generation of artists and create meaningful pathways for aspiring dancers across Australia and beyond.

Congratulations once again to our Victorian State Finalists. We cannot wait to see what lies ahead for each of you. 🌟

✨ Throwback to The Aus Prix ✨We are so proud of Savannah and the beautiful way she represented our Academy throughout th...
03/06/2026

✨ Throwback to The Aus Prix ✨
We are so proud of Savannah and the beautiful way she represented our Academy throughout the competition. Her hard work, dedication and love of dance shone both on and off the stage. 🩰💫

A special thank you to for hosting the Finals here in Melbourne at our studios. It was wonderful to see so many talented young dancers come together and share their passion for the art form.

Well done Savannah! we couldn’t be prouder! ❤️

✨ 12 DANCERS • 9 ACHIEVEMENTS • 1 TEAM ✨What an incredible experience at the Asian Grand Prix Sydney Regionals 2026! ❤️W...
02/06/2026

✨ 12 DANCERS • 9 ACHIEVEMENTS • 1 TEAM ✨

What an incredible experience at the Asian Grand Prix Sydney Regionals 2026! ❤️

We are so proud of all 12 dancers who represented MAARTS with dedication, professionalism, teamwork, and passion. The friendships, support, and memories created throughout the event are just as meaningful as the results.

🌟 Hong Kong Finalists 🌟
🩰 Savannah, Riisa, Emily & Camilla

⭐ Dance Intensive Scholarships ⭐
✨ Bernice, Angela, Ailan, Evie & Camilla

A wonderful achievement for our Academy and a reflection of the hard work, perseverance, and love of dance shown by every student and our amazing faculty.

Congratulations everyone, we couldn’t be prouder! ❤️✨

Congratulations to our finalists in this year’s Ballet Teacher Workshop Awards! 🩰✨ We are so excited to watch your jour...
29/05/2026

Congratulations to our finalists in this year’s Ballet Teacher Workshop Awards! 🩰✨

We are so excited to watch your journey over the coming months as you prepare for the finals, and we can’t wait to see you shine. 🤩

Your hard work, dedication, passion, talent, and love for dance have truly paid off, and we are incredibly proud of everything you have achieved. Reaching the finals is a wonderful accomplishment and a testament to your commitment throughout the year. 💐👏

🌟 FINALISTS 🌟
Roxy, Bernice & Sophia

A special thank you to our amazing faculty for their dedication and support in helping our students grow, shine, and achieve their goals. ❤️

A huge congratulations to our 12 semi-finalists in this year’s Ballet Teacher Workshop Awards! 🩰✨ We are incredibly prou...
29/05/2026

A huge congratulations to our 12 semi-finalists in this year’s Ballet Teacher Workshop Awards! 🩰✨

We are incredibly proud of every student who represented our school so beautifully throughout the competition. Your dedication, hard work, and commitment continue to inspire us every day, and it has been wonderful to watch your growth and development throughout this journey. 💐👏

🌟 SEMI-FINALISTS 🌟
Isabella, Jacqueline, Roxy, Angela, Camellia, Aaliyah, Sophia, Bernice, Amy, Riisa, Cammilla & Claire

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible faculty for their passion, guidance, and unwavering support in preparing our students for this special event and helping them achieve their goals. ❤️

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74 Herald Street
Cheltenham, VIC
3192

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 8:30pm
Thursday 10am - 8:30pm
Friday 10am - 8:30pm
Saturday 9am - 7pm

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