We represent the Australian dance profession.

A talented, multi-skilled and internationally admired group of dance professionals who perform, create, present, teach, educate, write and research.

We work to:

Communicate the valuable contribution dance makes to the lives of all Australians.
Support sustainable careers through industry partnerships and skills development programs.
Share best practice standards for safe dance, teaching methodolgy and business practice.
Foster international networks that provide career opportunities for Australian dance artists.
Encourage discussion about the value and purpose of dance by publishing writing, research and good news.

Current goals

Sustainable careers for dance artists See how we are achieving this goal

The dancer’s performing life is highly focused, demanding dedicated vocational training from an early age, and it depends on time-consuming creative and physical regimes. Dance artists, in contrast with other artists, are particularly challenged when it comes to professional career development.

Dance part of every young person’s education! See how we are achieving this goal

Participating in dance provides creative, healthy and stimulating experiences for young Australians. Dance is now a part of the Australian Curriculm which means every young person will have the opportunity to experience dance. This offers huge potential for developing creativity and innovation across the curriculum.

Dance recognised as a valuable part of Australian lives See how we are achieving this goal

As children we dance instinctively, and our aim is to make sure we are all still dancing when we're 90! Dance benefits health, social inclusion, disability and aged care.