Curley Dance Studio

Curley Dance Studio is aimed at teaching the art of dance in a fun, fresh, safe and energetic environment. Curley Dance Studio is a proud member of Dance Arts Alliance a representative body for dance studios. School Principal, Samantha Coughlan operates the studio alongside her father Shane Curley as well as wonderful and talented staff. 
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We are focused on developing every student's ability by engaging each individual with a unique and modern approach to dancing that reflects the goals and interests of the individual student. It is imperative to us that we create a child safe environment based on the Child Safety Standards. We are trained by Keep Kids Safe in Dance and ensure that we are constantly working to create the best environment for our students. Throughout the year students are encouraged to participate in examinations which further excel ability and confidence. Curley Dance Studio is associated with the Australian Teachers of Dance (ATOD). 
 
We cater for students of all ages from Mini Movers to Adults and we pride ourselves on embracing students of all abilities, specialising in accommodating the classroom for students with special learning needs.
 
The close of the dance year brings students together in an annual performance. This is a fantastic chance for students to display their skills in front of family and friends. This is the highlight of the dancing calendar.

Curley Dance Studio aims to provide a community for our students where they can develop their skills, enjoy friendships and experience dance in a safe and encouraging environment.


 Samantha Coughlan
 School Principal
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Samantha Coughlan- School Principal

Sam has a Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Arts from Monash University. She has also completed her Certificate in Classical Dance, Diploma of Tap Dancing and Certificate in Jazz Dancing through the Teachers of Australian Academy of Dancing.

Sam is an associate member of the Australian Teachers of Dance and member of Dance Arts Alliance. Further, Sam has completed Beginner and Intermediate training in AcroDance Australia. Sam has recently completed training for the Child Safety Standards with Keep Kids Safe in Dance. Additional to this Sam holds a Level 2 First Aid/CPR certificate and she holds a VIT registration.

Outside of the studio Sam has two wonderful young children who are now embarking on their journey with dance also Sam continues to work as a secondary school teacher and volunteers with organisations such as the DAISY project which supports new mothers.