Dance Habit

Welcome to Dance Habit, located at 15 White Street, Maribyrnong, Australia. We are not your typical dance school. At Dance Habit, we focus on celebrating joy, self-love, and connection through dance. Our institution is more than just an establishment or point of interest - it's a community that values kindness and confidence, using dance as a vehicle to build strong individuals.

Unlike other dance schools, we prioritize the pure joy of dancing, rather than focusing on trophies and talent. Our goal is to help you connect with your body and appreciate all the amazing things it can do. With us, you'll learn proper technique without feeling the pressure to be perfect. We surround you with people who make you feel seen, valued, and celebrated for exactly who you are.

At Dance Habit, there is a place for everyone at the barre and on the stage. We offer a warm and welcoming studio where judgment, competitions, and unsafe moves are left at the door. Our mission is to help you move, feel, and belong.

If you have a little groover in the house, our play-based dance programs are the perfect starting point. We go beyond fairy wings to teach the foundations of dance, with a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, self-regulation, and a growth mindset. Your child will learn to express themselves, appreciate music, make new friends, and have a blast.

For those looking for a studio that balances technique with enjoyment, Dance Habit is the place to be. Our junior classes perfectly complement your child's early foundational school years, helping them focus, make friends, and become confident and kind individuals.

We understand the importance of your child's physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. That's why our senior school celebrates progress over perfection and insists on age-appropriate costumes and choreography. Your child will gain valuable life skills as they commit to their goals and embrace delayed gratification.

Whether you danced as a child or want to learn something new, Dance Habit will embrace and encourage you every step of the way. Our adult classes provide a haven from the hectic world, where you can fall in love with movement and enjoy the physical, mental, emotional, and social rewards that follow. No yoga poses required.

At Dance Habit, we prioritize the safety and support of all children. That's why we offer Rhythm Works, a specialized program for kids with learning differences and special needs. Every lesson helps strengthen muscles, improve coordination, and develop important life skills.

No matter which class you choose, our dedicated teachers will celebrate your child's individuality and meet them where they're at. Our studio is built on love, acceptance, encouragement, and joy.

Stay connected with Dance Habit by signing up for our non-spammy emails. You'll learn more about our approach, instructors, dance styles, and community members.

Your next step might just change your life. Book a trial and enter a world of inclusive, non-snooty dance. Two left feet are more than welcome.

We acknowledge that we are fortunate to dance, teach, and connect on the lands of the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nations. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land, past and present, and are inspired by the important role that dance plays in the spirituality of Aboriginal culture.

Diversity and inclusion are not just words to us - they are part of our DNA. At Dance Habit, we create a place of belonging for everyone, regardless of age, body type, ability, race, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation.

Finally, Dance Habit is a child safe organization. We are committed to ensuring that all young people in our community are heard, valued, protected, and empowered.