
Step into the fastest growing activity that's one of the most fun ways
to exercise and socialise - DANCING!
As the principals of
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our aim is to instil a sense of fun into classes and social events, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
conducts approximately 120 classes each week with our team of 40 experienced and
accredited teachers. Classes are conveniently held most days of the week
across 56 locations Sydney-Wide including the Central Coast and Blue Mountains.
See Locations and Times
All levels are catered for as we offer Beginner, Beyond Beginner, Continuing, Intermediate
and Advanced level classes comfortably accommodating the social dancer through to the
motivated competitor.
Feel the pulsating rhythm of Latin. Embrace the elegance of Ballroom. Swingout with
various rock 'n' roll styles. Hip Hop Funk to Urban/R&B or Ceroc to the latest Top 40.
Be tantalised by the passion of the Argentine Tango. Experience the exotic spirit of
bellydance. Let the showgirl within escape in Theatrical Jazz.
See Styles We Teach
We also conduct regular workshops on Saturday evenings for those wishing to improve their
technique, style and dance characterisation, and for busy people who are unable to
attend regular classes.
Classes are only your first step into a world of opportunities - meeting people, developing
friendships, keeping fit, enjoying parties and social events, or perhaps even competing.
Please browse through our site, we are sure there's something for you.
DANCING IS LIVING! - Denis & Di
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Denis & Di Dance Achievements:
- Gold Medalists Asia Pacific Masters Games
- Gold Medalists Australian Masters Games
- Australasian Professional Rock'n'Roll Champions
- Australian Professional Acrobatic Dance Champions
- Australasian Professional Swing Champions
- South Pacific Professional Rock'n'Roll Champions
- South Pacific Professional Swing Champions
- Moomba Professional Rock'n'Roll Champions
- NSW/Victorian Rock'n'Roll Champions
- SAP Professional Rock'n'Roll Champions
DENIS BLACKBURN & DIANNE KERSTEN*
Qualifications & Professional Memberships
- Member of the Australian Dancing Board
- Member of Australian National Dance Association
- Member Dance Council of Australia
- Member The Society of Australian Teachers of Dance
- Fellow and Examiner in Swing, Jive, Rock'n'Roll, Jitterbug & Acrobatics
with the Australian Rock'n'Roll DanceSport Council Inc.
- Professional Entrance Examinations in Ballroom, Latin & New Vogue
- President of the Australian Rock'n'Roll DanceSport Council Inc.
- Former Director of the Australian Society of Sports.
Contracts for Teaching Dance in Adult Education with:
- Sydney Community College
- Eastern Suburbs Community College
- Macquarie Community College
- North West Community College
- Tuggerah Lakes Community College
- Hornsby-Kuringai Community Collegee
- Macarthur Evening College
- Parramatta Community College
- Nepean Community College
Lecturer for:
- NSW Department of Sport & Recreation from Kindergarten to years 7-12
- Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio as a Professional for over 15 years. Conducted
lectures, workshops, & perform locally and interstate.
Organiser & Compere for Rock'n'Roll DanceSport for the following:
- 1994 - 2000 NSW Rock'n'Roll Championships
- 1995 - 2000 Australasian Rock'n'Roll Championships
- 1998 - 2000 Southern Star Rock'n'Roll Championships
- 1998 - 2000 Asian Pacific Masters Games
- 2000 - NSW Masters games
- 2001 - Australasian Masters games
Other:
- Dance coordinator and choreographer for the NSW Centenary of Federation
Parade 'Journey of a Nation', for 236 participants.
- Organiser for Sydney Kings, opening of the Superdome, opening of the
Australian Softball Finals, Sydney Flames, ARL - Olympic Softball venue,
& various corporate functions
- Principal of the Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio
- Over 30 years dance experience, socially & competitively, in Ballroom,
Latin, New Vogue, Rock'n'Roll & Line Dancing
- Elected Head Adjudicator for Rock'n'Roll in Australia, acknowledged by the
Australian Dancing Board, responsible for setting the theory examinations
for the Australian Rock'n'Roll DanceSport Council Inc.