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Would you like to place your brand front and centre?
Whether you're looking to be a major partner or a Dance Market exhibitor we have a range of sponsorship options that allow you to get involved with VDF25. Our sponsors are a vital part of our community and we enjoy connecting them with our loyal, enthusiastic, committed and diverse dance community.
Contact us today to enquire about our full range of packages including Vitality Teacher Conference and/or the full festival weekend.
MEET OUR title sponsor
Elevating Experiences Everywhere, RWS Global are the worldwide leaders in doing what can't be done.
We're known for creating and delivering exceptional experiences, no matter what. When the location seems too challenging, the timeline too short, the budget too tight—we always find a way to make magic. We pour our hearts, minds and souls into making sure of it. Because the show, the event, the experience must go on—and it must go on brilliantly.
Our global teams unlock unlimited opportunities to raise your experience worldwide—on land or at sea.
From Broadway-style shows to opening ceremonies, we produce exceptional entertainment and live moments in every corner of the globe. Our greatest success is seeing the success of our talent and team. That’s why you won’t just find one-off jobs here. You’ll find a future path, where the only way is up.
RAISE YOUR EXPERIENCE - RWSGLOBAL.COM
MEET OUR MEDIA PARTNER
Dance Informa is Australia’s online home for dance. As the country’s leading dance magazine, Dance Informa keeps you up-to-date with latest dance news, audition listings, events, as well as offering health and business advice for students, professionals, teachers and studio owners. Dance Informa also offers FullTimeDance.com – Australia’s guide to full time dance studies. Dance Informa is a free service for the dance industry. Sign up free at DanceInforma.com.au and DanceMagazine.com.au
Meet our diamond sponsors
Established in 1988 as a dancewear store supplying original, carefully designed basics with a mission to inspire and support dancers to perform well and live well. Energetiks was conceived by three remarkable women, mothers and dancers, and quickly became a brand that set itself apart through an unwavering commitment to creating the finest quality high performance Australian dancewear. This, along with a passion and dedication for supporting and expanding the dance community remains the cornerstone of the Energetiks brand philosophy. Energetiks are the proud title sponsors of the Victorian Dance Festival 2024. #DanceForLife www.energetiks.com.au
Meet our platinum sponsor
Join Dance the Magic and let us shine the spotlight on your talented dancers on the brightest stages with our Enchanting elevated Disney experiences. Disney Parades! Showcases! Workshops! Exclusive private parties inside a Disney Park for your dancers and their guests. Create unforgettable dance experiences with the unparalleled quality and enthusiasm you can only get with Dance the Magic!
Meet our vitality dance teacher conference sponsors
Dance the Magic™ is a company created by dancers for dancers! Previous studio owner, Debi Barr, is the Founder and President of Dance the Magic – A premier performance company, established in 2001 and located in Huntington Beach, CA.
Challenging herself to create something new for her students, Debi took a chance and knocked on Disney’s door. When everyone told her, there was no chance to break into a company like Disney, she persevered. It was her vision to give talented studio dancers from around the world the opportunity to dance down Main Street, U.S.A., in beautiful costumes, and be featured in a parade with a huge audience in front of thousands of Disney Park guests. Debi contributes the success of Dance the Magic to surrounding herself with positive people that embody the Disney spirit! www.dancethemagic.com
DanceSurance - There for you every step of the way!
We offer tailored insurance products for every stage of your Dance & Performing Arts career.
Qualified brokers, personal service, industry experienced. DanceSurance.com
Meet our ignite sponsor
Studio 7 Dancewear has become a much loved and trusted label for dancers and studio owners everywhere. Operating for 16 years, Studio 7 sells a large range of dancewear and dance accessories for class, stage and everything in-between. Studio 7 products are sold direct to studios and dancers locally and internationally, and through independent dancewear retailers in Australia and New Zealand.
Meet our official photographer
Voted Victoria's Favourite Dance Photographer 2014, Belinda is a specialist dance and performing arts photographer. Her work is published regularly in magazines, online publications, exhibitions and promotional campaigns world wide. Active in the dance community and proudly supports The Victorian Dance Festival, Ausdance, Dance Informa, Dance Australia Magazine, Cecchetti Victoria, The Australian Ballet School and Stage Art Productions. Dancephotography.net.au
Meet our premium sponsors
Capezio’s been dancing Since 1887.
Founded in 1887 by master craftsman, Salvatore Capezio, cobbler to the Metropolitan Opera. Capezio quickly gained a reputation as the finest shoe-maker for dancers and performers worldwide. His original shop became a legendary gathering place and shoe resource for storied dancers like Anna Pavlova. Capezio is the global leader in dance and a household name, widely known and cherished by dancers of all ages. With 130 years of quality craftsmanship, dedicated customer service and timeless design to its name, Capezio has been making footwear and apparel that have inspired greatness in studios, on stages and runways world-wide. It is this rich heritage of supporting dance in all its forms and celebrating movement as a means of creative expression that has made it the brand of choice.
Ballet ● Jazz & Contemporary ● Hip-Hop ● Tap ● Modern Dance ● Open Dance classes and many more!
The Joffrey Ballet School is the only ballet school in New York City that offers a well-rounded dance curriculum that includes serious training in both classical ballet (technique, pointe, variations, adagio, men’s classes) and contemporary ballet (technique, improvisation, partnering), as well as modern, character, choreography, dance history, music, pilates and yoga. Special workshops are taught by guest faculty to augment the curriculum. All dance classes have live piano accompaniment, and live cello and percussion accompaniment is used in some contemporary and modern classes.
At VDF 2025, Joffrey Ballet School will offer scholarships to train in New York to talented dancers who join in the Joffrey Ballet School classes. You just have to be working hard in class and be spotted to be offered 2 week's tuition in America at one of Joffrey's prestigious summer intensives!
It all started with a promise in 1932 to make the most comfortable dance shoe in the world.
Since founder Jacob Bloch made this commitment to a young ballet dancer 90 years ago, Bloch has been listening to the needs and desires of dancers around the globe. It’s in every piece of dancewear, shoe and accessory Bloch creates – from the premium material selection to the artisan construction. Bloch leads the way as the ultimate dancewear brand, equipping you with the tools and confidence to be the best dancer you can be.
Today, guided by the third generation of Jacob Bloch’s family, the company’s international acclaim has cemented its position as a leader within the technical dance market. Their innovative designs, material selection and construction are all closely linked to dance, making Bloch one of the most trusted names in the industry.
Meet our gold sponsors
Dance Around The World Dance Tours are Australia’s leading Dance Tour Company. Over 30,000 students, teachers and families have travelled with Dance Around the World and our fabulous Tour Directors to the USA, Asia, Europe, Australia and Cruising on successful tours. Amazing performance opportunities around the globe. Workshops available at some of the world’s leading Studios: Millennium Dance Complex, Debbie Allen, Nicholas Dance, Alvin Ailey, Broadway Dance Centre, Joffrey Ballet, Steps, Pineapple Studios and Cheerleading in the USA. Together we will design your itinerary, hold an information meeting for your families, Workshop registration and a Pre-departure meeting. Contact us for further information
Tel: 02 9618 6600,
groups@dancearoundtheworld.com.auor visit our website, Facebook
Performance Medicine
At Performance Medicine, we get it. We know that every performer is an amazing and complex mechanism, where every problem is different and every solution is a thing of bespoke attention and care. From stage to backstage to behind the backstage, from professional dancers and singers, to amateur dramatics, we see the bigger picture to performance.
We distinguish ourselves by understanding and treating the full spectrum of today’s performer, from body conditioning, muscle matter, to mind. And our holistic, three-sixty approach is re-shaping performance culture nationally and internationally.
Show Works is Australia’s largest manufacturer of dance and exercise equipment. Our teacher has always been you the Australian Dance Industry. Our ballet barres were designed closely with the Australian Ballet, our Sprung Dance floors have all been designed in collaboration from several of the peak dance bodies in Australia. Even our Tap Steps were designed in collaboration with one of Australia’s leading dance teachers. We listen to your needs and in response provide top quality, competitively priced products with a warranty that is second to none. Show Works exclusively provides Tarkett dance vinyls at the best possible prices and range. If Tarkett is Australian for Dance Vinyl then Show Works is Australian for Dance Equipment. www.showworks.com.au
comdance
Comdance - Home of CSTD. Over 85 years of dance delivery. The COMDANCE global community consists of teachers and studios around the world who work as a global family. Joining Comdance is a great launching pad for a journey in dance. At Comdance we provide strong technique and expression along with experiencing enjoyment in an encouraging and empowering environment.
COMDANCE teachers are fully accredited and with our fantastic range of syllabi can help students prepare for exams and competitions.
Comdance gives you the structure and syllabi to engage and encourage your students. Our internationally-recognised syllabi and qualifications cover all major dance genres including Classical Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop Ballroom and Latin. They give you an excellent structure and framework on which to base your classes and keep your students motivated.
Our history testifies to our ability to deliver! Start your journey now.
Become a Completely Awesome Teacher of Dance. www.comdance.org
The Royal Academy of Dance is a world leader in dance education and training.
We’ve been teaching the world to dance for over 100 years and believe passionately in its power to transform lives. Through an international network of dance teachers, we support and connect a global community of more than 400,000 students, and dancers of all ages and abilities, in more than 80 countries.
RAD Australia offers training, professional development, student activities, exams, and membership to choreograph a future in dance for every body.
Our mission is to inspire the world to dance!
We are delighted to have Applause Dance Tours as our official VDF Tours partner. Find out how they can help you bring your group of students or teachers to VDF25 here.
CosiG is a leading Australian dance, costume and active wear brand that is quickly becoming world renowned.
With over 30 years of experience in the dance and fashion industries, Creative Director Alison Cosgriff perfectly balances cutting-edge style with practicality. Whether you’re looking for custom uniforms, stylish daily wear, or standout performance costumes, CosiG provides the quality and versatility you need to make your studio’s look truly your own.
We offer a diverse range of high-quality dancewear options that can be easily customised with your studio’s logo, colours, and unique vibe. Whether you prefer sleek, minimalistic designs or bold, fashion-forward pieces, our mix-and-match items ensure there’s something for everyone in your studio. From timeless essentials to iconic costume options, our versatile collection lets you create the perfect look for rehearsals, performances, and everything in between.
Studio Directors and Owners enquire today to open a wholesale account with us at CosiG.
The Cecchetti Principles of grace, balance and line form the basis of a sound training syllabus that has been developed to meet the needs of today’s modern child - teaching co-ordination, poise, confidence, rhythmical sense and musicality while ensuring that the process in still fun!
The fully qualified, carefully trained and registered teachers of Cecchetti Ballet Australia are committed to providing a stable and secure foundation for each student’s training – whether for purely recreational enjoyment or as the beginnings of a career in dance. The Cecchetti teacher training courses prepare them to teach with a safe and secure technical base, sound knowledge of anatomy and basic physical faults, good teaching practices and the historical background of the art of classical ballet.
The National Melbourne comprises Australia’s longest-established drama school, a preeminent ballet school and a 783-seat proscenium theatre, housed in an historic beaux art building originally constructed in 1921 as a 3000-seat cinema.
It is the continuing legacy of Australian performing arts pioneer Gertrude Johnson who established The National Theatre Movement in 1935 to ensure training and performance opportunities for young artists in Australia.
The National Melbourne is home to the 783-seat National Theatre est 1974, The National Ballet School est. 1939 (formerly The National Theatre Ballet School) and The National Drama School est 1936 (formerly The National Theatre Drama School).
As a Not For Profit organisation we strive to support communities through the arts by providing an accessible venue and a centre for training emerging artists for generations to come.
At Australian Teachers of Dancing we are teaching the world to dance, one student at a time!
Our aim is to bring together people who share a passion for dance, providing them with excellent opportunities to grow as individuals, as studio owners and teachers, as student teachers, as dancers of all levels and ages and as a globally connected dance organisation.
Australian Teachers of Dancing ignites the passion that fuels the DREAMS that connect our community. In the studios, on the stage and in education, we celebrate the artistry, energy, technique and creativity of dance.
At Kelly Aykers Full-Time Dance, our boutique approach ensures that each dancer receives the individual attention and quality training they deserve. Unlike larger, corporate studios, our smaller size allows us to truly see and nurture every student. Our inclusive environment, built on respect, unity, and a passion for the art of dance, embodies our 'all for one' philosophy, guaranteeing personalised care and dedication for every dancer.
Embark on your exciting journey into the world of professional dance with Kelly Aykers Full Time Dance. Our exceptional pre-professional courses and training options are crafted to elevate your skills and passion and to launch you into a life of dance. Featuring many Nationally Recognised qualifications, our programs celebrate dedication and rigorous training, and set the stage for a successful and thrilling career.
TP World Tours is a Group Specialist with over 18 years experience.
We specialise in Fully Escorted & Customised Worldwide DANCE & VOCAL TOURS.
We offer dance & vocal tours to UK & Europe, Asia, & USA with customised itineraries to suit your studio requirements & budget with the option of performance & workshops or workshop only itineraries.
We are now offering Land Only packages!
All packages are based on twin, triple & quad share rooming with no age restrictions to ensure the booking process is as simple as possible for all families.
Holidays extensions are also available on all our packages.
Now Partnering with Dreamworld to offer Domestic tour options! We are now offering exclusive PARADE events ~ next parade 13 April 2025 + 21 September 2025 + 19 April 2026