Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Premier Dance Academy in Port Kennedy & Willetton
Established in 1959, Betty Bentley Dance Academy has been a cornerstone of dance education in Western Australia for over six decades. With studios in Port Kennedy and Willetton, we offer expert tuition in Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Acrobatics, catering to students aged three to adults. Our team of fully qualified instructors, certified by prestigious institutions like The Royal Academy of Dance and Acrobatic Arts, brings extensive professional experience from Australia and overseas.We prioritise individual growth, offering tailored programs for fun, fitness, examinations, and performance. Our annual end-of-year concerts showcase student achievements in a supportive, family-oriented environment. With a legacy of nurturing talent and fostering confidence, we remain committed to delivering high-quality dance education rooted in tradition yet adaptable to modern aspirations.
Services
Classical Ballet
Jazz Ballet
Contemporary
Hip Hop
Tap
Acrobatics
Ready Set Dance
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of dance tuition experience in Western Australia.
- Our teachers are certified by internationally recognised dance institutions.
- We offer tailored programs for fun, fitness, examinations, and performance.
- Our annual end-of-year concerts celebrate student achievements in a supportive environment.
- We maintain small class sizes to ensure individual attention and progress.
Associations and certifications
- The Royal Academy of Dance
- Asia Pacific Dance Association
- Acrobatic Arts
- The Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dancing
What people say
Amazing teachers
Family atmosphere
Confidence development
Annual concert
Professional staff
Services
Classical Ballet
Our Classical Ballet program follows rigorous training methods certified by The Royal Academy of Dance. Students develop technical precision, grace, and performance skills through structured syllabi. With annual examinations available, this discipline builds foundational strength and artistry for dancers aged three to adults.
Ready Set Dance
Specially designed for preschoolers, this combination class integrates Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, and music in a fun, engaging format. As Western Australia's official Ready Set Dance provider, we foster motor skills, creativity, and musicality in a playful environment for ages 3-5.
Acrobatics
Certified instructors deliver safe, progressive acrobatic training aligned with Acrobatic Arts standards. Classes focus on flexibility, balance, and strength development through tumbling and partner work. This program complements other dance styles while prioritising injury prevention and technical mastery.
Hip Hop
Our Hip Hop classes teach urban dance styles with emphasis on rhythm, isolations, and freestyle expression. Instructors with professional performance backgrounds guide students through contemporary moves and choreography, fostering confidence and individuality in a dynamic group setting.
End of Year Performance
Annual concerts showcase student achievements across all disciplines in a professional theatre setting. These events celebrate progress while building stagecraft skills and performance confidence. Participation remains optional to accommodate diverse student goals and comfort levels.
People
Donna Simmonds
Principal
With over four decades of dance education experience, Donna leads our team with a commitment to technical excellence and student well-being. Her leadership ensures consistent delivery of high-quality instruction across both studio locations.
Questions
What dance styles do you offer?
We teach Classical Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Acrobatics, plus Ready Set Dance for preschoolers.
Are examinations compulsory?
No, exams are optional but encouraged to develop technique and provide structured goals for interested students.
Do you have performances?
Yes, our annual end-of-year concerts showcase student progress in a professional theatre setting with optional participation.
What are class sizes?
We maintain small classes to ensure individual attention, with maximum 12 students per instructor.
Are teachers qualified?
All instructors hold certifications from internationally recognised institutions like The Royal Academy of Dance.
How to enrol?
Contact us via phone or email to discuss class options, then complete registration through our online form.
Reviews (5)
Damien Kelly
Oct 27, 2020
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Great dance studio with excellent instructors. Good environment and plenty of choice. My daughter loves it!
Jenny Jin
Jul 21, 2019
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Its been more than 3 years my daughter in this Dance school. Great place & excellent teachers. The most exciting part is Year-end Christmas performance at real stage with different costumes each year! We will keep going:)
Bree F.
Jun 06, 2019
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Dancing at Betty Bentley for 10+ years, Ive made so many friends and amazing memories along the way. Starting from a young age, Betty Bentley Dance Academy has taught me discipline, skill, technique and performance etiquette in multiple genres of dance whilst having so much fun while doing it! BBDA is known for its friendly and welcoming environment, accommodating to dance students of all ages
Sammy Griffiths
Nov 19, 2015
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I have danced at Betty Bentley Dance Academy for 20 years. I have never thought, not for even a second, of leaving. The teachers are amazing and go above and beyond what is asked of them. When it comes to their students, no task is too hard or too great. The teachers never give up and strive to help in anyway they can. The studio feels like a family, where everyone helps out and pitches in where they are needed. During the year I am at the studio almost everyday of the week. The studio is my second home and I love it there. It is a fun and enthusiastic atmosphere all year round. The annual concert
Grace Hoes
Oct 21, 2015
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I would definitely recommend Betty Bentley Dance Academy to every aspiring dancer.
Having been at the dance school for 10 years, I feel like part of the family. The dance school has a wonderful atmosphere and all the teachers are absolutely beautiful and very talented. Their dedication and love of every student is incredible and they work so hard to make sure that every young dancer reaches their potential. The look of joy on all the dancers faces during the end-of-year concert says it all. Betty Bentley is a great dance school without all the pressure of competitions, rather, it focuses
Having been at the dance school for 10 years, I feel like part of the family. The dance school has a wonderful atmosphere and all the teachers are absolutely beautiful and very talented. Their dedication and love of every student is incredible and they work so hard to make sure that every young dancer reaches their potential. The look of joy on all the dancers faces during the end-of-year concert says it all. Betty Bentley is a great dance school without all the pressure of competitions, rather, it focuses
