At LPSD we offer tap classes from Pre Junior right through to the Diploma in Tap Teaching. We follow the C.S.T.D syllabus. Students are encouraged to complete their examinations. The LP students are fortunate enough to be given the opportunity to attend classes and workshops with interstate teachers and examiners throughout the year.

Students are guided through solo and group work for competitions, bursaries and scholarships. 

At LPSD we offer classes in Pre Junior Jazz right through to the Jazz Teaching Diploma. Classes in Contemporary are offered from Foundation through to Level 6 Contemporary Teacher's Certificate. The Modern Jazz and Contemporary classes follow the C.S.T.D syllabus with students encouraged to sit their exams and attend classes and workshops with interstate teachers and examiners. 

Students work on solo and group performances for competitions, bursaries and scholarships. 

LP dancers are very lucky to develop their dance skills through acrobatics classes from Primary through to Level 9, following the Acrobatics Arts Syllabus. Students are encouraged to sit their Acrobatics Arts exams throughout the year. 

Classes are also offered in Gymnsatics and Air Track Tumbling to further add to the dancer's skills. All LP dancers have a very exciting addition to the LP timetable with Aerial Arts being introduced. 

Classes in C.S.T.D Level 1 right through to the Musical Theatre Teaching Diploma are offered to LP dancers. Students are encouraged to complete their exams.

Classes in Junior, Intermediate and Senior Musical Theatre are also offered. Students work on musicals in these classes and are given numerous opportunities to perform their work in solo and group competitions and concerts. 

Classes in Junior, Intermediate and Senior Hip Hop are available to LP dancers. In these classes students focus on the hip hop technique and style. They will also have the opportunity to work on solo and group performances for competitions and concerts. 

Classes in Petite Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Acrobatics are offered to our littlest dancers from the ages of 18 months to 4 years old. Our young dancers will explore movement, balance and rhythm all while having fun and engaging with other children. 

Classes in Junior, Intermediate and Senior private and group vocal coaching are available. Students work on performances for competitions and concerts. 

Students also have the opportunity to sit their AMEB vocal examinations. 

Gain a Certificate III In Dance and Certificate IV In Dance delivered at Leisa Paynce School Of Dance in partnership with the Australian Teachers Of Dancing, RTO 31624

Unlocking professional dance certifications usually requires full-time attendance at specialised schools in capital cities. Therefore, we are thrilled to be able to bring this nationally recognised training to the heart of our LP dancers.

Our programs are tailored to not only enhance the dancer’s skills and assist them in entering the performing arts industry but also contribute to the dancer’s academic milestones like QCE and ATAR.

1. **QCE Accreditation:** Completing these certificates can earn valuable QCE points, reflecting dedication and proficiency in dance. These points contribute towards achieving the dancer’s Queensland Certificate of Education.

2. **ATAR Consideration:** While ATAR primarily relies on academic subjects, the completion of vocational education and training (VET) courses such as Certificate III and IV can earn ATAR points. These points can complement the dancer’s overall ATAR score, enhancing their eligibility for university admission and expanding their options for tertiary education.

This program also serves as an excellent pathway for students looking to pursue full-time training. In the near future, Leisa Payne School Of Dance will be introducing the CUA60120 Full-Time Advanced Diploma Of Professional Dance (Elite Performance), creating an even more advanced and specialised program for aspiring professionals.

The Leisa Payne School of Dance Elite Transition Program has been designed to allow aspiring and committed young dancers aged 11 years and over to enrol in a half day specialised training regime where students are guided and nurtured through tailored coaching in classical ballet and contemporary.

The class styles that will be offered throughout the program include, but are not limited to: 

-open ballet

-pointe technique and pre-pointe work

-technique classes

-open contemporary

-repertoire in classical and contemporary works

-choreography

-stretching/conditioning

-jazz technique