SOAR DANCE STUDIO
Adult Ballet Classes Designed for Adults
South of the River · Cockburn, Perth
Because Grown-Ups Deserve to Dance Too.
Your First Week FREE
Next 3 Weeks HALF PRICE
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🩰 Welcome to SoaR
We're an adult-focused dance school based in Perth's southern suburbs, offering classical ballet classes for everyone from complete beginners to experienced dancers returning to the studio.
Unlike traditional dance schools primarily built around children, our classes are designed specifically for adults, with structured learning, experienced teachers and a welcoming, supportive environment. Whether you're dancing for enjoyment, fitness, friendship or personal achievement, there's a place for you at SoaR.
With evening and weekend classes across the Cockburn area, including Atwell, Aubin Grove and Bibra Lake, fitting ballet into your week has never been easier.
And getting started? That's easy too.
Our Discovery SoaR Membership gives you unlimited access to eligible classes, with your first week completely FREE, followed by three weeks at half price ($30/week), before continuing at our standard $60/week.
Real ballet. Real progression. At your own pace.
Unlike traditional dance schools primarily built around children, our classes are designed specifically for adults, with structured learning, experienced teachers and a welcoming, supportive environment. Whether you're dancing for enjoyment, fitness, friendship or personal achievement, there's a place for you at SoaR.
With evening and weekend classes across the Cockburn area, including Atwell, Aubin Grove and Bibra Lake, fitting ballet into your week has never been easier.
And getting started? That's easy too.
Our Discovery SoaR Membership gives you unlimited access to eligible classes, with your first week completely FREE, followed by three weeks at half price ($30/week), before continuing at our standard $60/week.
Real ballet. Real progression. At your own pace.
No experience required.
Just bring yourself and a willingness to try something new.
👋 Who We Are
SoaR Dance Studio was founded by husband-and-wife team Emma and Charlie Hunter with a simple goal: make ballet more accessible, welcoming, and human for adults.
We believe dance should be available to everyone, regardless of age, fitness level, flexibility, experience, or background.
Our classes are designed to help adults reconnect with movement, confidence, creativity, and a version of themselves they may have lost touch with along the way.
Whether you're stepping into a studio for the first time or returning after years away, you'll be welcomed exactly as you are.
We believe dance should be available to everyone, regardless of age, fitness level, flexibility, experience, or background.
Our classes are designed to help adults reconnect with movement, confidence, creativity, and a version of themselves they may have lost touch with along the way.
Whether you're stepping into a studio for the first time or returning after years away, you'll be welcomed exactly as you are.
🧠 Built for Adults, Not Adapted from Children's Classes
Because adults learn differently
Traditional ballet education is designed around children who are still growing and developing, physically and cognitively.
Children typically learn ballet over many years, gradually developing their coordination, technique, understanding and movement vocabulary. They might learn a little of twenty different things simultaneously, slowly building on each as they grow.
But adults are different.
We already have years of life experience, developed reasoning skills and the ability to understand complex concepts. We can ask questions, understand explanations and make connections that younger students may not yet be ready for.
And frankly, we get bored easily!
So why should we spend years learning ballet exactly the same way children do?
Children typically learn ballet over many years, gradually developing their coordination, technique, understanding and movement vocabulary. They might learn a little of twenty different things simultaneously, slowly building on each as they grow.
But adults are different.
We already have years of life experience, developed reasoning skills and the ability to understand complex concepts. We can ask questions, understand explanations and make connections that younger students may not yet be ready for.
And frankly, we get bored easily!
So why should we spend years learning ballet exactly the same way children do?
A Different Approach to Learning
At SoaR, we've turned the traditional approach on its head.
Rather than learning 10% of ten different things at once, we focus on learning one thing in depth, understanding how it works, why it works and how to apply it.
Then next week, we tackle something new.
One step. One concept. One new tool in your ballet toolbox.
Over time, those individual pieces begin connecting, giving you the knowledge and confidence to tackle increasingly complex movements and combinations.
It's a structured, engaging approach that respects the way adults think, learn and develop.
We're not trying to turn adults into professional ballerinas overnight. We're giving adults the opportunity to learn ballet properly, in a way that makes sense for them.
Because adult ballet shouldn't simply be children's ballet with older students.
It should be built for adults from the beginning.
Rather than learning 10% of ten different things at once, we focus on learning one thing in depth, understanding how it works, why it works and how to apply it.
Then next week, we tackle something new.
One step. One concept. One new tool in your ballet toolbox.
Over time, those individual pieces begin connecting, giving you the knowledge and confidence to tackle increasingly complex movements and combinations.
It's a structured, engaging approach that respects the way adults think, learn and develop.
We're not trying to turn adults into professional ballerinas overnight. We're giving adults the opportunity to learn ballet properly, in a way that makes sense for them.
Because adult ballet shouldn't simply be children's ballet with older students.
It should be built for adults from the beginning.
🩰 Your Journey as an Adult Dancer
Whether you're taking your very first steps or returning after years away, there's a place for you at SoaR.
We've developed a progressive pathway specifically for adult dancers, allowing you to build your knowledge, confidence and technique one step at a time.
We've developed a progressive pathway specifically for adult dancers, allowing you to build your knowledge, confidence and technique one step at a time.
🌱 Fast Track — Your First Steps into Ballet
Never danced before? Start here!
Our Fast Track introductory course consists of just three classes, designed to introduce you to the absolute foundations of classical ballet.
You'll discover the ballet barre, how to use it, the fundamental positions of the feet, arms and body, and the essential movements that form the building blocks of everything to come.
Think of it as your introduction to the language of ballet, giving you the confidence to step into your first regular class without feeling completely lost.
You'll discover the ballet barre, how to use it, the fundamental positions of the feet, arms and body, and the essential movements that form the building blocks of everything to come.
Think of it as your introduction to the language of ballet, giving you the confidence to step into your first regular class without feeling completely lost.
🩰 Pre-Beginner — Building Your Ballet Toolbox
Danced as a child, or completed Fast Track? Start here!
Our Pre-Beginner programme follows a rotating 12-week curriculum, with each class introducing a particular *Step of the Week*.
Rather than throwing you into a traditional ballet class where everyone seems to know what they're doing, we break things down into manageable pieces, exploring individual steps, their technique and how they work.
Every class is standalone, so there's no need to wait for a new term or enrol at Week 1. Jump in whenever you're ready and gradually build your ballet toolbox, one step at a time. Literally!
Rather than throwing you into a traditional ballet class where everyone seems to know what they're doing, we break things down into manageable pieces, exploring individual steps, their technique and how they work.
Every class is standalone, so there's no need to wait for a new term or enrol at Week 1. Jump in whenever you're ready and gradually build your ballet toolbox, one step at a time. Literally!
✨ Beginner — Putting It All Together
Danced somewhat recently, or already comfortable with the fundamentals? Start here!
This is where all those individual pieces begin coming together!
Our Beginner classes follow a more traditional ballet class structure, combining familiar movements into increasingly interesting exercises and combinations.
You'll begin connecting steps, developing musicality, coordination and fluidity, and discovering how the foundations you've learned become something that looks and feels like dancing.
It's familiar, challenging and incredibly rewarding as things begin to click into place.
Our Beginner classes follow a more traditional ballet class structure, combining familiar movements into increasingly interesting exercises and combinations.
You'll begin connecting steps, developing musicality, coordination and fluidity, and discovering how the foundations you've learned become something that looks and feels like dancing.
It's familiar, challenging and incredibly rewarding as things begin to click into place.
🌟 Elementary — The Next Challenge
Confident in Beginner ballet and ready for more? This is your next step!
Elementary builds on everything you've developed in Beginner, introducing more complex combinations, changes of direction, greater technical demands and new movement vocabulary.
While Beginner classes challenge your body to understand and perform the movements, Elementary begins challenging your mind just as much.
You'll develop the ability to remember longer combinations, respond to increasingly complex choreography and bring greater precision, coordination and artistry to your dancing.
And the best part? There's no race to the finish line.
Whether you stay in Pre-Beginner for six months, enjoy Beginner for years, or work your way through the levels, your ballet journey is entirely your own.
While Beginner classes challenge your body to understand and perform the movements, Elementary begins challenging your mind just as much.
You'll develop the ability to remember longer combinations, respond to increasingly complex choreography and bring greater precision, coordination and artistry to your dancing.
And the best part? There's no race to the finish line.
Whether you stay in Pre-Beginner for six months, enjoy Beginner for years, or work your way through the levels, your ballet journey is entirely your own.
📍 Where Are Classes Held?
Classes are currently held across multiple locations South of the River Perth:
📍 Casa del Compás (Bibra Lake)
📍 Atwell Community Centre
📍 Aubin Grove Sport & Community Facility
Specific class locations are shown in the timetable class descriptions and booking confirmation emails.
📍 Casa del Compás (Bibra Lake)
📍 Atwell Community Centre
📍 Aubin Grove Sport & Community Facility
Specific class locations are shown in the timetable class descriptions and booking confirmation emails.
Timetable
Classes are available throughout the week across multiple South of the River locations.
We are continually expanding our timetable with new classes, programs and locations as our community grows.
We are continually expanding our timetable with new classes, programs and locations as our community grows.
💰 How Much Does It Cost?
Discover SoaR — Your First Four Weeks
Not sure if ballet is for you? That's exactly why we've created our Discovery SoaR Membership.
Enjoy unlimited access to eligible classes while you explore our studio, meet our teachers and discover which classes suit you best.
🎁 Week 1 — Completely FREE!💜 Weeks 2–4 — Just $30 per week🩰 Week 5 onwards — $60 per week
That's four weeks of ballet for just $90, saving $150 compared with our standard membership!
Enjoy unlimited access to eligible classes while you explore our studio, meet our teachers and discover which classes suit you best.
🎁 Week 1 — Completely FREE!💜 Weeks 2–4 — Just $30 per week🩰 Week 5 onwards — $60 per week
That's four weeks of ballet for just $90, saving $150 compared with our standard membership!
Membership continues at the standard weekly rate after your introductory period. Eligibility and cancellation conditions apply.
Just Want to Try Fast Track?
Our three-class Fast Track introductory course is completely FREE for first-time participants.
There's no need to commit to an ongoing membership just to discover whether ballet is for you.
There's no need to commit to an ongoing membership just to discover whether ballet is for you.
For more information on Casual Class Rates, Credit Packs and Memberships, go to our pricing page.
📝 How to Get Started
Getting started takes just a couple of minutes!
1️⃣ Choose your starting point.
Claim your Discovery SoaR Membership, register for our FREE Fast Track introductory course, or book a casual class.
2️⃣ Book your first class.
You'll be directed to Momence, our booking platform, where you can create an account and select a class that suits you.
3️⃣ Download the Momence App (recommended).
Manage your bookings, explore the timetable and book future classes from your phone. Apple App Store Google Play Store 4️⃣ Come along and dance! 🩰
Wear something comfortable, arrive a few minutes early, and we'll take care of the rest.
Claim your Discovery SoaR Membership, register for our FREE Fast Track introductory course, or book a casual class.
2️⃣ Book your first class.
You'll be directed to Momence, our booking platform, where you can create an account and select a class that suits you.
3️⃣ Download the Momence App (recommended).
Manage your bookings, explore the timetable and book future classes from your phone. Apple App Store Google Play Store 4️⃣ Come along and dance! 🩰
Wear something comfortable, arrive a few minutes early, and we'll take care of the rest.
🤔 Still Have Questions?
That's completely okay!
Starting something new can feel a little intimidating, especially if you've never danced before or it's been years since you last stepped into a studio.
Not sure which class suits you? Wondering what to wear? Or just want to chat with someone before committing?
We're always happy to help.
And when you message us, you're speaking directly with a real person, not an automated chatbot.
Starting something new can feel a little intimidating, especially if you've never danced before or it's been years since you last stepped into a studio.
Not sure which class suits you? Wondering what to wear? Or just want to chat with someone before committing?
We're always happy to help.
And when you message us, you're speaking directly with a real person, not an automated chatbot.