The 10 best street dance schools in Adelaide

Dance classes for toddlers, children, teenagers and adults combine hip hop, performing arts and movement at Ground Force Studios. The Adelaide school runs Lil Groovers preschool classes, Dance Fundamentals and school programs, alongside workshops and showcases. It also delivers dance, drama and movement programmes across South Australia.

Dance Fundamentals covers warm-ups, stretching and musicality, then develops timing, choreography and teamwork. Students can create their own movements, making the programme suitable for beginners and developing dancers. Ground Force provides programmes linked to the Early Years Learning Framework and Australian Curriculum, while its teachers hold screening and training for work with children. New students can start with a free trial class.

QuickSteps Dance Club Studio teaches adult group and private classes in salsa, bachata and tango, alongside swing, ballroom and rock ’n’ roll. Beginners can join classes without bringing a partner, while memberships include unlimited group classes.

The studio creates first-dance routines for weddings, shaping choreography around each couple’s preferred level of comfort. Social dances, performances and team-building workshops extend the programme beyond weekly classes. The studio includes a café and bar, with classes and events running across weeknights and weekends for people learning socially, preparing for a wedding or building dance skills.

Hip hop and broader dance training for children and adults runs throughout the week at Pure Funk Dance. Classes range from beginner to advanced and include hip hop, R&B and street styles. Casual drop-ins and regular students can use the timetable to choose a suitable level.

The Hindmarsh studio also runs guest workshops, masterclasses and school programmes. Private lessons, first-dance wedding lessons and birthday workshops extend the offering beyond weekly classes. The studio is available for photography and dance training, with wooden floorboards and natural light. Casual drop-in classes make it possible to attend occasionally, while regular classes and performance opportunities support dancers seeking ongoing training.

Dance classes for children and teenagers are structured by age and ability at Jess Dance Academy, with beginners welcome. The academy teaches varied dance styles while developing technique, teamwork, self-expression and confidence. Hype Team classes for ages 9-11 focus on more complex routines, while Dream Team classes for ages 12-14 refine technique and explore diverse styles.

Students can also take part in performances, including the academy’s mid-year performance and cabaret. Classes are taught by professional educators who hold Bachelor of Education degrees, and the academy provides a supportive setting designed to encourage creativity, growth and a love of movement. The programme suits families seeking regular classes with performance opportunities and an inclusive starting point.

Samba, Forró and Afro dance styles are taught at TQ Dance & Movement centre in Adelaide. Classes welcome beginners through to advanced dancers, with programs for adults and children. Beginners start with rhythm, movement and posture, while intermediate and advanced sessions add drills, technique and performance energy.

The centre also runs open-level classes featuring funk and modern Brazilian pop. Performance-focused options develop choreography for shows and video projects, and classes are led by professional Brazilian artists. TQ combines dance education with Brazilian cultural exchange, including Afro-Brazilian traditions and rhythms. A trial class is available for $10, with casual classes and multi-class passes also offered.