The dance year 2006-2007 marked the inaugural integration of this unique half-day Academic Programme.
It is offered to qualifying students in collaboration with Sunshine Coast Secondary Schools, and can lead to the I.S.T.D. Associate Teaching Diploma in Ballet, Tap or Modern. It is open to Grade 11, 12, or Post-Secondary students. There is an emphasis on strong technique and post-secondary dance career exploration.

Any students who are currently at the Intermediate level in dance, and who would like to be considered for this opportunity for the coming year, are asked to make an appointment with Julie Izad. If you have any family members or friends off-coast who may also be interested, they are welcome to do the same, as there is possibility of home-stay.The Coast Academy of Dance holds ISTD Exams for students, usually in Spring, to evaluate and encourage their progress in Ballet, Jazz, Modern, and Tap. Students who have undertaken to study the ISTD syllabus are elligible to take exams if their teacher also agrees that the student is ready! Please note that not all dance classes are exam classes. If in doubt, ask the teacher or contact the Dance School Office.