Parent’s hub
Dance class information
If you are already enrolled, here’s where you’ll find any extra information about upcoming events, how to manage your account and how to stay up to date with everything ‘Awesome’.
Our Customer Portal gives you access to your enrollment and payment information. You may log in at any time to update payment and contact information, view your enrolled classes, or review your account.
2021 Dates
Term 1
Monday 1st of February – classes resume
Monday 8th of March – Labour day, no classes
Thursday 1st of April – last day of classes
Term 2
Monday 19th of April – classes resume
Monday 14th of June – Queen’s birthday, no classes
Saturday 26th of June – last day of classes
Term 3
Monday 12th of July – classes resume
Saturday 18th of September – last day of classes
Term 4
Monday 4th of October – classes resume
Tuesday 2nd of November – Melbourne cup, no classes
Monday 22nd -Saturday 27th of November – dress rehearsal week
Tuesday 14th of December – last day of classes
Wednesday 15th of December – stage rehearsal
Thursday 16th &/or Friday 17th of December – concert
How to find us
All of our classes are held in our purpose built dance studio located at 5/55 McClure St, Thornbury. The studio is in a gated community and is accessible via the pedestrian pathway on the west side of the complex. Street parking is available on McClure street, Ford crescent, Grange or Darebin Roads.
We are located at the very end of Grange road just off the Darebin creek trail and next to the Darebin International Sports centre. Easily accessible to Thornbury, Northcote, Fairfield, Ivanhoe, Alphington and Preston residents.
Parents are responsible for their children outside the studio and on common grounds. Please accompany your Awesome Dancer to and from the door if you have any concerns or arrange a safe meeting point with your child before class.
How to access the customer portal
Awesome Dancer’s customer portal gives you access and control of your account and enrollment 24/7. Here are some examples of things you can use the portal for:
- Enrol in and view class registration.
- Enrol in events.
- Update or change your payment details.
- Update your personal details, address and contact information.
- Make a payment.
- View previous emails we have sent.
Button – Log in here
1. Enter the email address you registered with, if you are not sure this is the one we send your communication to.
2. Enter your chosen password and select ‘sign in’
If you have forgotten your password or it’s your first time visiting the portal, select the ‘Forgot your password or need to get started?’ link. An email will be sent to you with a temporary password which you can change once logged in.
If you need more assistance please contact us or watch the video on the login page.
Prices and fee structure
Awesome Dancer offers a hassle-free automated payment system. Tuition will automatically be charged from your nominated account on the 1st business day of the month, and a receipt will be immediately emailed to you.
Our fees are all inclusive, so there are no surprises. These fees include enrolment, costumes, rehearsals, practice music and a downloadable copy of the performance. The only thing we haven’t included is your concert tickets, so you can choose how many people to bring.
Prices are calculated on 39 weeks of classes.
Tots* 30mins $62 monthly
Little ones 45mins $79 monthly
Kiddies & Youngsters 1hour $95 monthly
Tweens, Teens & Adults (adv) 1.5hours $111 monthly
*Tots fees are for classes only, as they don’t participate in the end of year concert. Tots are charged 10 months, Feb-Nov.
Monthly payment schedule – 11 months (Feb-Dec). Log into the customer portal at any time to change your billing info, account preferences or settle outstanding fees.
Enrolment terms and conditions
The details and conditions of enrolment including length of enrolment, permissions and limits on liability and media release can be viewed via the customer portal at any time. Once you are logged in, select account then policies.
Uniform – Tots & Little ones dance classes
We understand your Tot or Little one might be a little fussy about what they wear or have a favourite outfit to dance in and that’s ok. We just want them to be comfortable and be able to move well during class. Below is a guideline if you need some help. Shoes and tights will be required for little ones if they participate in the end of year concert.
Tots – Girls & boys, wear something comfortable with socks on your feet.
Little ones – Girls, wear a leotard and ballet skirt in any colour, ballet tights and ballet shoes. Boys, T-shirt and shorts or leggings with black ballet shoes.
Uniform – Kiddies to Adults dance classes
We believe wearing a uniform at your dance class will not only help you perform at your best but also help you to feel a part of the Awesome Dancer family. Below are the uniform requirements for classes each week.
Girls – An Awesome Dancer t-shirt, black leggings or shorts and black slip on jazz shoes.
Boys – An Awesome Dancer t-shirt, black shorts or track pants and black slip on jazz shoes.
All enrolled students are expected to wear a uniform t-shirt. Please complete the T-shirt order form and we will charge your account and have your Awesome Dancer t-shirt ready for you at your next class. If you are not sure of your size, please see our sample sizes at the studio.
Button – order my t-shirt (https://goo.gl/forms/urgHboK65oj0OAO42)
Tweens & Teen ballet uniform
We believe wearing a uniform at your dance class will not only help you perform at your best but also help you to feel a part of the Awesome Dancer family. Below are the requirements for ballet class each week. Hair must also be worn in a bun.
Girls – Vibrant green Leotard: CL04/AL04, Black wrap skirt: CS01/AS01, Salmon pink ballet tights CT01, Pink split sole ballet shoes BSC11.
Boys: Top: CC64 contrast male tank, Black leggings, Black split sole ballet shoes BSC10.
Where can I get uniform items?
Order your Awesome Dancer t-shirt here (https://goo.gl/forms/urgHboK65oj0OAO42)
We are very lucky to have Energetiks Ivanhoe located less than 2kms from the studio who will be able to help with all your uniform items.
How do I change my contact details?
Moved house and need to update your details? Log into our secure customer portal, select the ‘account’ tab then ‘contacts’ and select the contact you would like to make changes to, make sure you save your changes. From here you can also update emergency contact information, view your class schedule and account details.
How do I change my account details?
Log into our secure customer portal, select the ‘account’ tab, select ‘billing & payments’ then ‘saved payment methods’. Here you will see any saved billing information and be able to edit it accordingly, be sure to save your changes. From here you can also view your fees and payments, pay any outstanding amounts and register for classes.
I would like to change classes
Please give us a call or email (contact us link) us to discuss the reason for the change and if there is availability we will happily move you to your preferred class day and time.
I would like to cancel my enrolment
We want to make sure we get this right for you. If you wish to withdraw from a class we will need you to put this in writing for us via email (contact us link) before the 28th of the month to be effective before the next debit cycle. We will confirm with you in writing when we have processed your cancellation.
Read our statement of commitment here
We are a child safe organisation committed to the safety of the children in our care. Please read our statement of commitment here. (still link to PDF)
Read our code of conduct here
Awesome Dancer is responsible for supporting the safety, participation, wellbeing and empowerment of all it’s students. Please read our code of conduct here. (still link to PDF)