About NA Dance Company
NA Dance Company is a children's dance school providing structured, supportive and age-appropriate dance education across locations in the Greater Sydney and Blue Mountains region. Founded in 2015 by experienced educator Naomi Roberts, the company began with the goal of creating a nurturing environment where children could develop through dance. Since its early beginnings, NA Dance Company has expanded its studio presence and range of dance programs while maintaining a strong focus on professional tuition, confidence building and positive relationships with families.
The company describes its approach as creating a safe, fun and professional environment where children can learn, develop and enjoy dance. Its programs are designed not only around technical skills but also around confidence, discipline, creativity and personal growth.
NA Dance Company currently provides dance education through several locations, including Concord, Hassall Grove, Wentworth Falls and Blackheath, with the organisation also operating the Lithgow Academy of Dance.
Dance Classes for Children of Different Ages
NA Dance Company offers programs designed for children from approximately 2.5 years through to teenagers. The school's website explains that children can begin with age-appropriate classes and progress as their skills, confidence and interests develop.
For younger children, dance can provide an enjoyable introduction to movement, rhythm and creative expression. Preschool programs are structured around age-appropriate activities, helping children become comfortable in a studio environment while developing foundational movement skills.
Older children can progress into recreational and more structured dance programs, with opportunities to develop technique, performance skills and discipline.
The company also offers youth and teen dance programs for dancers aged approximately 11 to 16 years and beyond, providing opportunities for students to continue developing their technique and performance abilities as they grow.
Classical Ballet
Classical ballet is one of the key disciplines offered by NA Dance Company. Ballet classes can help students develop posture, coordination, flexibility, musicality, balance and technical control.
NA Dance Company provides ballet training within an age-appropriate structure and offers recognised syllabus-based education. Its programs include Royal Academy of Dance ballet, giving students the opportunity to pursue structured training and optional examinations where appropriate.
Ballet can also provide a strong foundation for students who later wish to explore other dance styles.
Jazz Dance
Jazz is another major part of NA Dance Company's program. Jazz classes introduce students to energetic movement, musicality, choreography and performance.
The company's classes are designed to accommodate different ages and experience levels. Students can develop their coordination and confidence while learning choreography in a supportive group environment.
Tap Dance
Tap classes provide students with an opportunity to explore rhythm, timing and musical expression through movement and sound.
The program forms part of NA Dance Company's wider dance curriculum and can complement training in ballet, jazz and other styles. Students who enjoy rhythmic movement can develop their skills progressively through structured tuition.
Lyrical and Contemporary Dance
Lyrical and contemporary styles allow students to explore movement, musical interpretation and individual expression.
These classes can provide a different experience from traditional ballet or jazz by encouraging dancers to connect movement with music and performance. NA Dance Company's approach combines technical development with opportunities for creativity and self-expression.
AcroDance and CheerDance
NA Dance Company also offers AcroDance and CheerDance. AcroDance combines dance movement with acrobatic elements, requiring students to develop strength, coordination, flexibility and body awareness.
CheerDance provides another energetic style that combines dance and performance elements.
As with all physical activities, appropriate instruction and progression are important. NA Dance Company's classes are structured according to age and experience, helping students develop skills progressively.
Preschool Dance Programs
Introducing young children to dance requires an approach that is different from training older students. NA Dance Company provides preschool programs designed for young dancers, including its Once Upon a Ballet and Little Dancer programs.
These programs use imaginative play, storytelling and age-appropriate movement to introduce children to dance in a nurturing environment.
For parents, this can provide a gentle first step into organised dance education while helping children become familiar with following instructions, participating in groups and expressing themselves through movement.
Experienced and Supportive Teachers
Teachers play a central role in a child's experience at a dance school. NA Dance Company describes its teachers as mentors and role models as well as dance instructors.
The teaching team includes Naomi Roberts, the company's owner and principal teacher, along with senior teachers specialising in areas such as preschool, ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, AcroDance and CheerDance.
The company's stated teaching philosophy emphasises genuine connections with dancers, helping students develop confidence while learning technical and performance skills.
A Positive Environment for Children
For many parents, selecting a dance school involves more than comparing class styles. The environment in which children learn can be equally important.
NA Dance Company states that its classes are structured to help children feel comfortable and capable. The company highlights clear guidance, individual attention, age-appropriate structure and communication with families as important aspects of its approach.
This focus can be particularly useful for children who are new to dance or may initially feel shy about joining a group activity.
The company also states that previous dance experience is not required for introductory classes, allowing beginners to explore dance in a supportive setting.
Examinations and Performance Opportunities
Students who want to extend their training can access additional opportunities through examinations, performance groups and competition pathways.
These opportunities allow dancers to set goals, develop performance experience and continue progressing beyond regular recreational classes. NA Dance Company emphasises that these pathways are intended to support balanced development and can be pursued according to each student's interests and readiness.
Private Dance Lessons
Alongside group classes, NA Dance Company offers private tutoring. Individual lessons can provide students with additional focused instruction and may be useful for dancers working towards particular goals or wanting additional support in a specific area.
Private lesson availability, pricing and scheduling should be confirmed directly with the studio.
DanceStep Student Teacher Program
NA Dance Company also participates in DanceStep, a progressive student teacher education program designed to develop leadership and assistant teaching skills.
The program introduces students to areas including behaviour management, different learning needs and styles, Safe Dance Principles and anatomy. It is intended to help young dancers develop leadership skills and become positive role models within their studio community.
This provides an additional pathway for older students interested in leadership, teaching or developing skills that extend beyond dance technique.
Performances and Showcases
Performance opportunities are an important component of the NA Dance Company experience. Students can participate in performance groups, competition pathways and end-of-year showcase programs.
Performing can help students develop stage confidence, teamwork, preparation skills and an understanding of how rehearsal translates into a finished production.
The company's enrolment information explains that students participate in its end-of-year performance program, with showcase information provided to families regarding costumes, production and associated arrangements.
Convenient Enrolment and Introductory Classes
NA Dance Company aims to make starting dance straightforward for families. Parents can book an introductory class to experience the teaching environment before committing to ongoing lessons.
The company's introductory lesson process allows families to select a location and explore suitable classes for their child. Introductory classes are presented as a comfortable way for children to meet teachers, experience a class and become familiar with the studio environment.
Bookings are essential because class sizes are limited.
Supporting Families Throughout the Year
NA Dance Company provides resources for parents covering timetables, fees, terms and conditions, enrolment, uniforms, showcase information and other studio matters.
The company's parent handbook sets out expectations relating to attendance, communication, safety, behaviour and participation. This structured approach helps families understand how classes and studio activities operate.
Dance Education Across the Region
Although the requested listing city is Sydney, NA Dance Company's current locations extend beyond Sydney's metropolitan area. Its official locations page identifies four studio locations across the Greater Sydney area: Concord, Hassall Grove, Wentworth Falls and Blackheath. The company also operates the Lithgow Academy of Dance.
This regional presence allows the organisation to provide dance education to families across several communities while maintaining its emphasis on supportive teaching and age-appropriate development.
Why Families Choose NA Dance Company
NA Dance Company combines structured dance tuition with a strong focus on children's confidence, creativity and personal development. Its range of classes gives students the opportunity to explore different dance styles while progressing according to their age and experience.
The availability of introductory classes, examinations, performances, competition opportunities, private lessons and leadership programs gives families multiple ways to tailor a child's dance journey.
For beginners, the focus is on creating a welcoming first experience. For experienced dancers, the range of extension and performance opportunities provides pathways for continued development.
