The Loft
Dance Studio
Dance Studio
The Loft
Dance Studio
Dance Studio
Welcome
Welcome to The Loft… an embodied approach to dance and movement.
At The Loft you are welcomed exactly as you are. Our mission is to offer an environment for students to feel good in their own skin and be warmly supported in their movement journey.
Our specialist adult studio offers classes in ballet, contemporary, yoga, pilates, barre, jazz, stretch and more, so you can always find something to suit your needs.
We believe that movement is an essential component for mental, physical and emotional health.
Classes
Contemporary
Artistic and expressive, this style aims to develop a deeper body awareness as well as foundational skills in contemporary dance technique. Class begins with a simple mobilisation warm up, leading towards more developed phrase material, with music ranging from ambient, pop, classical and electronic. A soulful class offering short movement sequences, floorwork and guided improvisation.
Ballet
A traditional classical ballet class for all levels!
Find Your Ballet Fit!
1. Absolute Beginner or Ballet Foundations 1: New to ballet or haven’t danced since childhood? Start here! This welcoming class will give you a solid understanding of the ballet basics! Our course introduces core ballet steps and includes a fun theory booklet to deepen your understanding.
3.Ballet Foundations 2 Course: Ready for more? Build on your basics with new steps, extra technique, and even more ballet knowledge to keep you growing. This course includes both theory and prac.
4.Intermediate: For those with 2–3 years of ballet training. This class blends technique and artistry to refine your skills while keeping the joy alive.
5.40+ Ballet (Intermediate): A low impact, intermediate level class designed for the mature dancer. Focus on technique, grace and fitness in a supportive uplifting atmosphere.
6.Advanced: A dynamic and challenging class for experienced dancers with at least 5 years of training. Take your technique and expression to the next level!
Barre
Barre (pronounced ‘bar’) this class combines simple ballet exercises, core strength work and dance specific stretching. A combination of Ballet, Pilates and fitness moves. No previous dance or ballet experience required. Barre is an upbeat class with great music; get ready to tone and stretch the entire body!
Lyrical
In this Lyrical class with a difference – we will explore various dance style fusions each week – contemporary, ballet, jazz and hip-hop movement, all with a lyrical edge using powerful storytelling and emotional expression. Dancers will explore fluid, dynamic choreography set to expressive music, creating a connection between movement and meaning. Perfect for those who love to dance with heart and soul!
Jazz
A fun and upbeat class with classic Broadway Jazz skills and techniques. Classes progress through a thorough warm-up of isolations, short combinations, across the room travels and then culminate in a wonderful jazz routine, usually worked on over a few weeks. Suitable for beginners and those with more experience.
Retro Workout
Geared towards Beginners, this fun dance fitness class takes its cues from Jane Fonda and everything 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. With old school moves and classic hit songs you know and love. Get fit, dance your little heart out with a variety of tunes, moves and good times! This is a class for everyone, no previous experience required!
Play – Improvisation
Performance Class
A performance class for those who would like to explore performance opportunities! Enjoy a short contemporary class before learning and developing choreographic material and ensemble work. Best suited to experienced beginners, intermediate and advanced students wanting to explore creative ways of devising. We will create a short work over the term to film and/or perform to our community. For performance opportunities, please also visit our resident company Blink Dance Theatre, at blinkdancetheatre.com.au
Mat Pilates
A low impact, safe and effective movement modality. Classes focus on core stability, strength, flexibility, strength and mobility, enabling you to move freely and strongly. Most exercises are done lying, kneeling or standing on the mat. Pilates also cultivates a mindful awareness which leads to better posture and confidence in your physicality.
Enrol
For 23 years our beautiful movement studio has been located in Newtown, Geelong; perfectly situated between the Barwon River and the café precinct of Pakington Street. We believe in the value of a regular movement practice and the strength found in community. We look forward to welcoming you to our studio and sharing our unique holistic approach.
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Programs
Barre Teacher Training
Are you a yoga, pilates or dance teacher or fitness trainer wanting to broaden your teaching style and incorporate barre into your teaching repertoire? The Loft Barre Teacher Training is everything you need to teach barre classes that are engaging, effective and fun. We give you the tools to deliver classes with the necessary understanding of dance, yoga and pilates principles, techniques and teaching methodology.
