ENROL NOW FOR CLASSES FOR TERM 1, 2026
New Classes have been added to cater for Pre School CHILDREN, through to TEENS AND ADULTS.
Classes for Teens & Adults
A place for everyone to dance, have fun, while keeping fit.
Mini Groovers and The Next Groove Dance Classes
Fun is the key - in a safe and supportive environment. We focus on building childrens' self-esteem and confidence. While ensuring quality tuition, children can develop essential life skills through music and dance. Whether it’s a Mummy & Me, Fairy Ballet, Beat Boppin' Boys, Move & Groove, Groovin' Preps, Little Groovers, Super Groovers, Pocket Rockets, Groovin Jets, Teen Inter Jazz, Senior Adv Jazz, Junior Hip Hop, Teen/Adult Adv. Hip Hop, Acro or Adult Jazz Classes that you or your child participates in, we choose to focus on the FUN and ENJOYMENT part of dancing. While learning correct dance technique, we like to work together building self-esteem and confidence, which is so important for all age groups. That is crucial to developing skills that can be taken further into the professional dance world if students choose to.
Founder/Teacher
Michelle Saunders (Founder of Mini Groovers) holds a Diploma of Dance (MDES) Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and an Associate Diploma in Jazz, Tap and Ballet (ADS). With over 25 years experience in dance, performance and teaching – Michelle (mother of two) has an amplified passion in teaching the fundamentals of dance, movement and fitness to children - in a fun and nurturing manner. More >
The Classes
Mini Groovers and The Next Groove offers distinctive levels which are age based, and naturally progress into and build on each other. Children can move on through the levels as they get older. The classes have been specifically designed to cater for students to improve in their dance skills, while maintaining their enthusiasm and love of dance, as well as building life long friendships.
Fun is the key – always within a safe, supportive and encouraging environment.
At our school, we focus on building children’s confidence, self-esteem and life skills through high-quality tuition in Dance, Singing and Acting. While fun and enjoyment remain at the heart of everything we do, our focus has grown and evolved alongside our students.
As more students wish to turn their passion into a career, we now proudly cater for both recreational and career-focused pathways. From first steps in dance to professional aspirations, there is truly no finish line – you just keep dancing, singing and acting. That’s the beauty of it.
We offer a wide range of classes including
Mummy & Me, Fairy Ballet, Beat Boppin’ Boys, Move & Groove, Groovin’ Preps, Little Groovers, Super Groovers, Pocket Rockets, Groovin’ Jets, Teen Intermediate Jazz, Senior Advanced Jazz, Junior Hip Hop, Teen/Adult Advanced Hip Hop, Acro and Adult Jazz.
No matter the age or level, our classes focus on enjoyment, correct technique and personal growth, helping students develop confidence, discipline and resilience – skills that last a lifetime and can be taken into the professional performing arts world if students choose.
The Next Groove
For secondary school students through to adults, The Next Groove bridges the gap between training and industry, supporting students who want to take their skills further and explore performance as a career.
Singing School
Our Singing School offers dedicated vocal classes for students who simply love to sing, as well as options for those who want to dance and sing, with convenient back-to-back classes available.
Stage School
Held on Saturdays, our Stage School brings everything together with a strong focus on acting, performance skills and storytelling – completing the triple threat experience.
Whether you’re here to have fun, build confidence, make lifelong friends or chase your dreams, our school is a place where passion is nurtured, creativity is celebrated, and the journey never stops.
Locations
Classes are held at St. John's Anglican Church, in the HALL (624 Centre Rd, Bentleigh). The Church Hall is located on the corner of Centre and Tucker Roads. It is a wonderful studio for us to dance, with a real community feel to it. Parents are welcome to stay and watch their children enjoy their dance classes.