The hunt is on for South Australia’s best dance studio

With your help we’ve narrowed it down to a list of finalists and now it’s your chance to vote. Let us know who helped shape your moves – or your tiny dancer’s.

From creating ballerinas to hip-hoppers, dance studios are the place to get your groove on.

So we’re looking for SA’s best dance studios who go above and beyond in their passion for the art.

With your help we’ve narrowed it down to a list of finalists and now it’s your chance to vote.

All of these dance studios received multiple nominations and we’ve included some customer comments about why they’re the best.

Read through the comments on why they were nominated and cast your vote for your favourite – note that only one vote per subscriber will be recorded – so choose wisely!

We’re on the hunt for the best dance studio in SA.

Voting will close at 3pm on Wednesday, June 9 with the winner announced later that week.

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Empire Dance Studio, Broadview

Nominated by Joanne Halls

I drive a five hour round trip three times a week to attend from regional SA to get my daughter to her classes. I wouldn’t do that for just an ‘average’ dance school. Empire are an extraordinary school and management and teachers have the same passion that the students do, to help them follow their dreams and teach them that hard work pays off.

Cheryl Bradley Dance Studios, Clearview

Nominated by Danica McMillan

This place is like a second home to my daughter and my whole family. The teachers are inclusive, supportive, nurturing, creative, fun and just the most wonderful group of people. Cheryl Bradley and her family are etched in Adelaide’s dance history, and you will not find a more dedicated, selfless, caring teacher and mentor to her students.

Clare Valley School of Dance, Clare

Nominated by Emma Ryan

Kate Mensforth has created an amazing dance school from ground up over the last few years. She has had a few health spanners thrown her way but making the kids smile and have fun has always been her priority. Her end of year concert won event of the year in our community. She is so passionate about creating little ballerinas and deserves this so much.

Generation Dance, North Plympton

Nominated by Sally Nicholson

Jodie Freeman has done an amazing job creating a supportive and inclusive dance school/studio where students flourish.

All Abilities Cheer and Dance, Northgate

Nominated by Amelia Kranidis

This studio caters for those who have a disability and is for all ages. You can just see how much these children and adults love to be there. They even get the opportunity to perform multiple times a year and show everyone what they can do

Le Dance Performing Arts School, Trott Park

Nominated by Natalie Whitbread

An excellent dance school with Miss Chelsea and staff, it’s more than dance its family.... community of support, encouragement, love and caring for all the students and families.

From babies to adults across many genres, ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, acro, competitions to concerts, costumes, certificates and stars in the making.

Accent on Dance, Unley

Nominated by David Dietrich

Trisha Mahoney has created a friendly, inclusive environment....even for dance dads :-) My girls have loved being part of the studio for many years and made some great friendships.

Dance Explosions, Port Augusta

Nominated by Suzy Graham

Caitlin Jones is based 300 kilometres from Adelaide and with limited resources, lots of compromises, and an enormous amount of hard work, Caitlin runs a high quality and highly competitive dance school with students successfully competing across SA and at national competitions, Caitlin could take her talent to Adelaide but has instead shared her amazing skills locally, creating a huge asset for our community, and many amazing young dancers in the process.

Garrick Stewart School of Highland Dancing, Paralowie

Nominated by Nathania Burgess

Miss Leonie! The most hard working and caring teacher you could ask for in her field. She lives and breathes her studio and loves each and every one of her dancers. She nurtures and builds and takes the time to be there for everyone.

Krank It Dance, Kadina

Nominated by Cynthia Correll

Kayla established krank it dance from being a hip hop dancer herself in Adelaide. Moving back to the country, marrying and beginning her own family Krank It is thriving offering kids to adults hip hop and contemporary dance. This year a competition dance crew began with dancers from her hip hop class, they completed in their very first competition last week in Adelaide, placing third. Kayla is passionate about passing on her love for dance. Krank It brings friendships, connections, confidence and fitness and opportunity to our country town on the YP.

ACPA – Australian Company of Performing Arts, Thebarton

Nominated by Nikita Cluse-Robertson

Having two boys who love dance it’s noticeable to us how much passion and drive Pep Rigano has to ensure everyone thrives to be the best they can be. #boyscandancetoo!!!

Maryke Dance Academy, Mount Gambier

Nominated by Dani Young

Not just a dance studio but a dance family.

Unlimited Feet Performing Arts, Morphett Vale

Nominated by Tessa Lauren

All the teachers are amazing but Miss Tamara Chesson is my daughters favourite teacher because ‘she’s nice and she explains things clearly’.

TIDC Performing Arts Studio, Elizabeth

Nominated by Tanysha Sarti

TIDC isn’t just a dance studio but a second home for so many. Kerreane cares for each and everyone of her students and supports them to reach their goals beyond measure. The amount of opportunities offered for students at TIDC is incredible and the community through TIDC feels like a second family. This studio has been standing for 40+ years so they must be doing something right.

Luminous Dance Studio, Seaford

Nominated by Rachel Black

I’ve never known a more passionate, talented, and dedicated teacher than Kirra. She cares so much for every single one of her students, and works so hard to provide a safe and enjoyable learning environment for everyone. Kirra is working on expanding her teaching to include therapeutic dance for children with disabilities, and it is so exciting to watch her grow as a teacher. Without a doubt, she is the best dance teacher in SA!

Avant Ballet Studio, Tea Tree Gully

Nominated by Victoria Bereny

I danced at Avant for 13 years and was with Sian Gavros for at least seven of them, incredible teacher and friend to all her students at a great studio, super friendly and opening to students of all levels.

Madeleine Zoanetti Dedicated to Dance, Kingswood

Nominated by Christine Holowiecki

Madeleine Zoanetti has taught me since I was five years of age and her own daughter Annalisa Zoanetti, who is in the top 12 in the world, also trains and teaches there. You don’t need any dance experience, the studio welcomes absolutely everyone and all ages, from those who are looking to dance socially to those wanting to compete in ballroom, New Vogue or Latin American styles.

One50 Dance, Adelaide

Nominated by Bella Burke

One50 Dance an incredible hip hop studio where you are welcomed with open arms, valued as an individual, celebrated for being you and always treated like family through the shared love and passion for community and dance. I wish I joined years and years ago. A life changing place to be with the most beautiful people. I have been to a few studios in my time and by far this is my most favourite place to do what I love.

Stepz Dance Academy, Reynella

Nominated by Jessica Martin

Stepz Dance Academy is a place where everyone is smiling. Mardi has founded such a happy and welcoming place to be, where everyone feels at home. She knows each person at the school by their name, not just a number. you will make the best life long friends here and have so much fun seeing them every week. I’m so lucky my mum chose Stepz Dance Academy 20 years ago, i wouldn’t have it any other way.

Flava Dance Studios, Goodwood

Nominated by Bel Ridgway

Flava Dance Studios – best traditional hip hop in Adelaide! Marissa Angeletos Ritorto is an amazing director and fantastic teacher – her classes are insane from all ages.

Blitz FCD Studios, Ridgehaven

Nominated by Leah Trewartha

The time, effort, blood, sweat and tears that all the clubs coaches put in is just outstanding. They all are so passionate about dance and truly nurture their athletes to bring out the best of each individual.

LJR Dance Academy, North Adelaide

Nominated by Renae Viselli

Two sisters Lacie and Jadey who have branched out on their own to follow their dreams after coming home from Moulin Rouge. The best anti-bullying policy and who can forget the custom bright purple sprung floor?

Matthew Cram Dance Academy, Findon

Nominated by Daniel Maxwell

I have been dancing there for just over a year now and was welcomed with open arms and always feel like I’m at home when I’m at the studio. MCDA is a family that is so loving and supportive of each other. Matthew Cram is an amazing dance teacher that I have learnt so much from as well as all the other amazing teachers at MCDA. I love my MCDA family and will always cherish the studio.

Gaynor’s School of Dancing, Port Adelaide

Nominated by Sarah Jade Finlay

I have been there for 29 years now and can’t imagine going anywhere else! Gaynor Palmer is like a mother to me and has supported me and my family through thick and thin. Emma Palmer is one of my closest mates and a huge role model to the young kids at the school and Lana Chamberlain I have always idolised and looked up to and happy to finally have her as my own teacher! Wouldn’t be the person I am today without them all.

Ground Force Studios, Enfield

Nominated by Sara Mercuri

Miss Liana is amazing. I have three boys who all love dancing and she brings out their confidence and passion for dance. She loves all her students and helps to grow each and every one of them.

Stage One Dance Studio, Aberfoyle Park

Nominated by Heather Dillon

Fantastic dance school for all ages, lots of variety in classes, lovely teachers.

Vital Movement Studios, Edwardstown

Nominated by Bianca Guglietti

Vanessa Schar works tirelessly to create the most vibrant, fun and caring community for all her students and their families.

Sharmels Dance Academy, Para Hills West

Nominated by Jodie Martyn

Dedicated and passionate teachers and a family orientated feel.

Whyalla Ballet School, Whyalla

Nominated by Robyn Payne

Whyalla Ballet School for their dedication, professionalism, inclusivity, hard work, great teachers and the best end of year concerts.

Innis Dance Studios, Newton

Nominated by Rachel Chapman

We love Innis Dance Studios. For 10 years they have been a part of CanDance, raising money for cancer research. On Saturday night over 30 dance schools participated in CanDance.

A Star Dance & Performing Arts, Glandore

Nominated by Kathleen Bartlett

Brilliant, professional and personable staff, wide variety of age appropriate classes, and a wonderful sense of camaraderie between all students across all age groups. Miss Bianca and her team have worked hard to create a warm, welcoming and respectful community and a safe place for children to share in their love of dance!

Move Through Life Dance Studio, Glengowrie

Nominated by Jan Schultz

Jo McDonald made the courageous step to begin diversity dance classes for mature age women. Age, height, weight, experience no barrier, all welcomed. A great network of women bonded together through dance.

Terry Simpson Studios, Adelaide

Nominated by Susan Kyriacou

The high level of dance education combined with nurturing environment has benefited the dance community on a state level, national and international level. A proud SA dance institution headed by the queen Miss Terry Simpson. She exemplifies what it takes to manage a successful dance studio for over 30 years. She is adored by all her students and staff, including the parents of the adoring students. Dance instructor extraordinaire.

Body 2 Star, Angaston

Nominated by Kirsty Lou

Miss Tahnee is a superstar especially with her students who have additional needs. We could not be happier with the love and care our two big girls get from Body2Star.

Panache Dance Studio, Blackwood

Nominated by Tiani Jeffries

Such a family feel at the studio, filled with so much love and nurturing. Being there feels like home.

Barossa Dance Company, Nuriootpa

Nominated by Terri Dobbs

Barossa Dance Company is the most amazing dance school. I have been dancing with Barossa Dance from the age of 3, and am now 17 and am a student teacher as well as a student. Miss Sarah, Miss Katelyn, Miss Kim, and Miss Amy are all such amazing teachers who just want to see their students succeed. They have all put in so much work into creating a new dance home for us in Nuriootpa. I have met many of my friends I have grown up with through Barossa Dance, and it is so amazing to now see the younger students having the same experience. Barossa Dance is my second home and I couldn’t be more grateful to be a dancer there.

Alana’s Dance Studio, Willaston

Nominated by Andrea Lloyd

A great studio with passionate teachers that go above and beyond.

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