Melbourne Institute of Dance

17/06/2026

Whether you are a trained professional or an amateur performer, there is something so pleasing watching dance in unison.

What is even better, is being part of that! Dancing alongside others brings a sense of togetherness. Feeding off each other's energy, sharing a joy for movement together and letting your body express itself is so special. We hope you can experience the same with us in the MIoD studio!

14/06/2026

We are about to enter the final two weeks of term and
our adult dancers continue to approach each class with dedication and intention.

There is still time to join us in the studio. Come see what we have been working on and dance with us at the barre!

09/06/2026

Such beautiful tendus from our Pres! They are stretching further each class; their focus and technique building and their confidence shining.

06/06/2026

A full and focused Saturday, finishing the week with strength and intention. It’s always rewarding to see the work carried right through to the end.

We’ve earned a moment to pause. No classes this Monday. Enjoy the long weekend, stay warm, and keep dry.

04/06/2026

Most adults start ballet expecting progress to feel obvious.
What many don't expect is how much patience the process requires.
This article explores why adult ballet development is often slower, and more rewarding, than many beginners anticipate.

Most adults start ballet expecting progress to feel obvious. What many don't expect is how much patience the process requires. This article explores why adult ballet development is often slower, and more rewarding, than many beginners anticipate.

02/06/2026

Flashback to our Level 6s in their assessment last year. We are mid 2026 and it seems like we are a jete away from assessment season!

30/05/2026

The beginnings of something special. Our tiniest dancers are exploring movement, music, and imagination, the foundations of a lifelong love of dance.

Calling all young performers ready to shine. Join Ms Sharnie and Ms Ashley on Saturday mornings in Deepdene, with a complimentary trial class and the chance to build friendships through the shared joy of dance.

Check out our website for more information. We can't wait to meet you and your tiny superstar in the studio!

27/05/2026

Our senior students, working with focus and intention. Clean lines, thoughtful musicality, and the discipline that comes from showing up and refining the details.

23/05/2026

Try this adage with us. Home practice is a beautiful start and if you’d like to deepen it, we’d love to see you in class. We’ll work with the details that make adage feel steady and effortless: breath, placement, and control.

Come join us at the barre. Our timetable is below:
🌟 Level 1.5, Tue, 6:45pm
🌟 Level 3, Wed, 7:00pm*
🌟 Online Level 2 (Zoom), Thu, 11:00am
🌟 Back To Basics, Thu, 6:00pm
🌟 Level 2, Thu, 7:00pm
🌟 Level 2, Sat, 11:45am
🌟 Level 1, Sat, 1:15pm

Visit our website for more information!

20/05/2026

Starting or returning to ballet can feel exciting, intimidating, emotional... sometimes everything all at once.

That’s why our adult classes focus on creating a calm, supportive space where dancers can learn at their own pace, reconnect with movement, and simply enjoy dancing again.

Your ballet journey does not have to be perfect to begin. Enquire today for more information, or read about real-life stories from our MIoD community on our blog!