Dance

Dance provides students with a unique opportunity to develop a wide range of skills, including physical coordination, expressive and imaginative abilities, critical thinking, and a heightened sense of aesthetic appreciation and perception. Participation in dance encourages creativity, discipline, and confidence, while also fostering teamwork, resilience, and an understanding of the importance of personal expression.

At Townsville Grammar School, we are proud to offer an extensive Dance Program across all three campuses, catering to students of all ages and abilities. Our program encompasses a variety of dance styles and genres, providing students with the chance to explore their interests, build technical proficiency, and experience the joy of performance.

Students in the Dance Program are encouraged to challenge themselves, collaborate with others, and develop both as performers and as individuals. Scroll down to see our gallery of photos, showcasing the vibrant energy, skill, and passion of our students in action.

Senior School Dance Program – North Ward Campus

The North Ward Campus offers a variety of dance ensembles to cater to different levels of experience and commitment, providing students with opportunities to develop technical skills, perform, and engage deeply with the art of dance. Each ensemble encourages creativity, confidence, and collaboration within a supportive and vibrant community.

• Grammar Dance Gold

  • Time: Friday mornings, 7:30–8:30am | Location: Dance Studio | Cost: $85 per year

  • Our senior performance troupe for students in Years 10–12. Entry is by audition. The group focuses on advanced performance techniques, ensemble work, and public presentations, providing students with a platform to refine their skills and showcase their talents.

• Grammar Dance Black

  • Time: Monday mornings, 7:30–8:30am | Location: Dance Studio | Cost: $85 per year

  • Our junior performance troupe for students in Years 7–9. Entry is by audition. This ensemble allows students to develop technical proficiency, stage presence, and confidence, all within a supportive and collaborative environment.

• Grammar Dance Blue

  • Time: Wednesday mornings, 7:30–8:30am | Location: Dance Studio | Cost: $50 per year

  • Casual dance classes open to all students who wish to explore dance for enjoyment and skill development. Semester One focuses on Jazz and Musical Theatre, while Semester Two introduces Contemporary styles, allowing students to experience a range of genres in a relaxed and engaging setting.

Each ensemble provides students with the opportunity to grow as dancers, build teamwork and performance confidence, and experience the rewards of participating in a creative and dynamic community.

How to Join

To enrol in Grammar Dance Blue, please log in to Parent Lounge to complete the sign-up process. You may need to click the green Sign-Up button for the window to expand and display all available activities. To finalise your registration, ensure you click the green Submit to School button. If the activity shows as Pending, the sign-up process has not been completed. Once Submit to School is selected, you will be prompted to make payment if required.

To express your interest in auditioning for one of the performance teams, Grammar Dance Gold or Grammar Dance Black, please log in to Parent Lounge and complete the sign-up process. Again, click the green Sign-Up button to view all available activities and ensure you click Submit to School to finalise your submission. Please note that expressing your interest does not guarantee a place on the team; this process allows the Co-ordinator to identify interested students and contact them regarding auditions. Once the teams have been finalised, Expressions of Interest will close.

Junior School Dance Program

At both Junior School campuses, students have the opportunity to participate in dance ensembles as well as access private tuition. The program is designed to introduce younger students to the fundamentals of dance, foster creativity and confidence, and encourage enjoyment of movement and performance.

• Junior Dance Black: For students in Years 1–3 who are selected to perform. This ensemble focuses on developing foundational dance skills, stage presence, and the confidence to perform in front of an audience.

• Junior Dance Gold: For students in Years 4–6 who are selected to perform. This group provides an introduction to more advanced techniques and performance experience, helping students refine their skills while learning the value of teamwork and collaboration.

• Junior Dance Blue: Open to students from Years 1–6, this fun and engaging class focuses on building technical skills, creativity, and confidence in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Through participation in these ensembles, students develop not only their dance abilities but also important life skills such as discipline, resilience, and cooperative teamwork, all while enjoying the thrill of performing and expressing themselves through movement.

Junior School Dance Tuition

Private dance tuition is available for students at both the Annandale and North Shore Junior School campuses. These sessions provide individualised instruction tailored to each student’s skill level and interests, allowing them to develop technique, confidence, and a love for dance in a supportive, one-on-one setting. Enrol Here.