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28 Years
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Western Australia's Premier Performing Arts Academy
Established over 25 years ago, Metro Modelling & Dance Academy has grown to become Western Australia's largest dedicated Modelling, Dance and Performing Arts institution. Our family-friendly studios prioritise nurturing environments where students develop confidence and self-esteem through comprehensive training programs. With courses catering to all ages from 1 year old to mature adults, we offer recreational classes focused on fundamentals and technique, elite competition training, and professional audition preparation. Our industry-leading faculty includes director Cindylee Whitcroft, whose 30+ years of experience in talent development has positioned Metro as a one-stop destination for aspiring performers.The academy's integrated agency provides audition and casting opportunities for models, actors and dancers, while our anti-bullying policy ensures safe spaces for creative growth. Through structured programs covering fashion parades, acrobatics and contemporary dance styles, we equip students with both artistic skills and essential life capabilities. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through national competition successes and industry partnerships that create pathways for professional advancement.
Services
Modelling Courses
Dance Training
Performing Arts
Acrobatics Classes
Audition Preparation
Competitive Coaching
Talent Representation
Fashion Parades
Life Skills Development
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25+ years establishing Western Australia's largest performing arts academy
- Integrated talent agency providing professional audition opportunities
- Anti-bullying policy ensuring safe, family-friendly learning environments
- Director with 30+ years industry experience in talent development
- Comprehensive programs from recreational to elite competition levels
What people say
Excellent instructors
Confidence development
Professional opportunities
Safe environment
Comprehensive programs
Services
Modelling Courses
Professional modelling instruction covering runway techniques, photoshoot preparation and industry standards. Programs develop poise, presentation skills and commercial awareness for aspiring models aged 1 to adult. Curriculum includes grooming, deportment and audition techniques aligned with fashion industry requirements.
Dance Training
Comprehensive dance education spanning ballet, hip hop, contemporary and acrobatics. Classes focus on technical proficiency, artistic expression and performance readiness. Age-specific programs build coordination, discipline and stage presence through structured syllabi from recreational to competition levels.
Performing Arts
Integrated performing arts programs combining acting, singing and stagecraft. Training develops versatility in theatrical performance, screen acting and live presentation. Students gain experience in character development, vocal projection and ensemble collaboration through regular showcase opportunities.
Audition Preparation
Specialised coaching for industry auditions including portfolio development, interview techniques and performance refinement. Personalised guidance from experienced professionals prepares students for television, film and commercial casting opportunities through Metro's established industry connections.
Competitive Coaching
High-performance programs for competition success featuring choreography mastery, technical precision and stagecraft. Coaches with national competition experience develop routines across dance and modelling categories, focusing on adjudication criteria and performance excellence.
People
Cindylee Whitcroft
Company Director
With 30+ years in the industry, Cindylee established Metro as WA's leading academy. Her expertise spans talent development, curriculum design and industry networking, creating pathways for students into professional modelling and performing careers.
Tanisha Anderson
Dance Teacher
Qualified instructor specialising in dance and modelling techniques. Oversees administrative operations while delivering contemporary training programs that combine technical skill development with creative expression for diverse age groups.
Khia Armstead
Jnr Jazz/Tap Teacher
Experienced in early childhood dance education, Khia focuses on foundational jazz and tap techniques. Develops engaging programs for young learners that establish rhythm, coordination and performance confidence in a supportive environment.
Miss Jamison
Modelling Teacher
Specialises in modelling fundamentals including runway technique and photoshoot preparation. Creates age-appropriate curricula that build posture, presentation skills and self-confidence through structured, engaging classroom activities.
Miss Samantha
Ballet Instructor
Classically trained ballet specialist teaching lyrical and contemporary styles. Develops technical proficiency and artistic expression through graded programs that prepare students for examinations and performance opportunities.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We offer programs from 1 year old through to mature adults, with age-specific classes in modelling, dance and performing arts.
Do you offer competition training?
Yes, our elite programs prepare students for national competitions in dance, modelling and performance categories with expert coaching.
Is there a performance opportunity?
Students participate in regular showcases, fashion parades and events including our annual Perth expo and Gold Coast nationals.
Do you provide talent representation?
Metro Academy operates its own agency offering audition and casting opportunities for models, actors and performers.
What locations are available?
We have studios in Cockburn, Mandurah, Midvale and regional hubs including Bunbury, Carnarvon and Margaret River.
How to enrol?
Register through our Class Manager portal or contact our Greenfields campus directly for enrolment in Perth or regional locations.
Reviews (5)
Lauren Scott
Jul 28, 2021
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Thankyou for travelling to Carnarvon in the northwest of Western Australia to work alongside the Shire of Carnarvon and NGALA and delivering a totally amazing four day program for the youth of Carnarvon. The program was jam -packed and youth of all ages were able to join in, learn and socialise together in a totally safe space. Cindy is so hands on, really patient and fantastic to watch. The youth of Carnarvon miss out on so much, so Cindy traveling to Carnarvon and the Gascoyne Region has been a major highlight of the year. Thankyou so much - we would love to have you come back to the northwest
Stephanie Beard
Oct 08, 2018
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My daughter faith is 8 and has come so far since joining Cindylees team at Metros Mandurah. She absolutely loves doing her Contemporary and Acro classes twice a week. Her technique and dedication to dancing has improved greatly. We love the friendly welcoming atmosphere Cindylee and staff provide. I highly recommend Metro Modelling and dance Academy Mandurah.
Naomie Scott
Oct 05, 2018
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MMDA has the most welcoming and friendly vibe. Whether you choose to go for modelling, dancing or both you are sure to have the most amazing time. My daughters started back in 2012 with hip hop and modelling now they do hip hop, jazz, tap, contemporary, lyrical, ballet, acro, musical theatre and modelling. They love every minute. Cindylee and her staff show just how much the love what they do and how dedicated they are to their students. Driving the passion our children have. Every week they are learning something new and I love that I can see their improvements. Cant get any better than Metro
Debbie Ridley
Sep 03, 2018
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I highly recommend Metro Modelling & Dance. I have seen the girls practise their many moves for dance comps and rather than feel disheartened as some moves are hard, instead the push through with the constant support from the teachers who stand by them till they have mastered it. Everytime i need to deal with Metro for Dance costumes (that i make) they are ever so polite and always organised. Metro rocks in my eyes and if your child had the opportunity to attend they have made the right decision. Thanks for allowing me to be welcome into an awesome Dance School. Did i say awesome? i mean awesomest
Andrea Farrell
Jul 10, 2018
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Excellent academy my son absolutely loves tap such a great friendly environment highly recommend to anyone wanting to put their kids in dance or modeling wonderful staff and students