
About VPA Studios
Discover VPA Studios, a premier dance and performing arts studio located in Unanderra, just south of Wollongong. For the past nine years, we’ve set ourselves apart by offering a supportive and professional environment that leads the way in dance education. Our state-of-the-art facility includes four specialised studios, a dressing room, a study area, a fully-equipped kitchen, and two spacious waiting areas, all designed to enrich your learning experience.
At VPA Studios, we cater to dancers of all ages and skill levels, from young children aged 2.5 to those pursuing a pre-professional path. Our extensive range of classes includes Jazz, Lyrical, Tap, RAD Ballet, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Contemporary, Technique, Conditioning, and more. We also offer personalised solo tuition, group classes, and HSC Dance.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the success of our students, many of whom have gone on to build thriving careers in the arts. Join us to be a part of a legacy of talent and experience the highest standard of dance education and performance.

WHAT OUR COMMUNITY SAY
KELLY, PARENT
VPA Studios is more than just a dance studio for our daughter. It is a happy, safe and nurturing environment which promotes a love of physical activity through dance. The teachers are professional and dedicated and go above and beyond to make their students feel respected and valued whilst helping them to achieve their potential in dance. A sense of team spirit can be felt across the studio and we are so grateful that our daughter has such positive role models around her whilst she is at the studio - Kelly
ELIZABETH, PARENT
My two girls have been at VPA Studios for 6 years. They both look forward to going there after school each day. The teachers are all experienced as well as nurturing. They really care about each child’s well being as well as their dance training. Both of my girls have made incredible progress in dance and especially their dance technique.They have been a part of amazing group routines as well as solos made to suit their personalities and feature their strengths but also boost their growth as a dancer. Routines and the music used are always age appropriate. We just love the encouraging and positive environment at VPA!
MICHELLE, PARENT
My daughter has been a student with VPA studios now for 8 years and we’ve watched her grow from pre junior to open senior. She loves being in such a friendly environment. The teachers are welcoming and supportive. They encourage and help her to push past her potential. VPA has been an amazing studio to me as a parent and to my daughter as a student.
WHAT DO WE OFFER?








OUR PROGRAMS
COMPETITVE PROGRAM
Our competition classes cater to dedicated dancers striving to train at an elite level. Guided by industry professionals, students are challenged to grow in a supportive and encouraging environment. The program takes place in the afternoons, with students required to be available for our competition season, which spans from May to July.


SOLO TUITION
At VPA Studios, select students are invited to participate in our solo program, receiving weekly one-on-one sessions with designated teachers. These sessions are tailored to each dancer, focusing on personal growth, technique, and performance.
Benefits of One-on-One Time:
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Personalised training to target strengths and areas for improvement
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Faster skill development and confidence building
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Enhanced creativity and stage presence
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Training for specific events such as championship sections and national finals routines.
ELITE TEAMS
VPA Studios offers auditions for students to join our smaller, elite dance teams in our 8s, 10s, 12s and Senior Age groups. These exclusive teams are designed for dedicated dancers who seek to challenge themselves and perform at a higher level.
Why Choose a Smaller Team?
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More individual attention and coaching
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Stronger team bonds and communication
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Greater opportunities to refine skills and shine on stage
Perfect for dedicated dancers aiming to excel in a close-knit, high-performing environment.


BALLET TRAINING
At VPA Studios, we proudly offer Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Ballet classes, from Primary to Advanced 2 levels. Students participate in two or more classes per week and have the opportunity to sit for RAD ballet examinations, gaining internationally recognised qualifications and a strong foundation in classical ballet. Our program is supported by four highly qualified ballet staff members, ensuring expert guidance and exceptional training for every student.
MINI MOVERZ
Mini Moverz is our competition program designed for students aged 5-8 years. Participants enjoy weekly classes with options in jazz, lyrical, ballet, tap, and acro. This program focuses on building correct technique and fostering skill development, providing young dancers with the perfect foundation to begin their journey at VPA Studios.


READY SET DANCE
Ready Set Dance is a combo class of JAZZ, TAP, HIP HOP, SINGING and MUSIC and a whole lot of fun! Our award-winning preschool program offers dance classes for children aged 2-5.
Immerse your preschooler in the magic of Ready set Dance’s energetic, current and original music that keeps them engaged throughout every class.
It develops the musical ear, dynamics and tempo while having fun with instruments and the parachute!
Ready Set Dance’s choreography and class structure is designed to captivate both boys and girls, fostering an inclusive environment where every preschooler can explore and express their love for dance.
Through our multilevel curriculum, Ready Set Dance promotes the three c’s, confidence, coordination and creativity.
Children develop muscle strength, control, balance and achieve coordination milestones.
OPEN CLASSES
Open Classes at VPA Studios are dynamic, high-energy sessions led by industry professionals, offering dancers the opportunity to train in a variety of styles each week. These drop-in classes provide a unique experience to explore new techniques, challenge skills, and stay inspired in a supportive and creative environment. Perfect for dancers wanting to broaden their versatility and connect with top instructors.


HSC DANCE
VPA Studios offers HSC Dance for Year 11 and 12 students whose schools do not offer dance as an elective subject. This outstanding program is led by Victoria Vargas, a highly qualified high school teacher with extensive expertise in dance education.
Victoria holds a double degree from the University of New South Wales: a Bachelor of Arts (Dance) and a Bachelor of Education (Dance, English as a Second Language). She has also taught Drama, Theatre, and Performance Studies and holds a Certificate in Training and Assessment, making her certified to deliver vocational training programs.
Our program has a proven record of excellence, with one of our students achieving 1st place in NSW for HSC Dance and a consistently high number of students receiving Band 6 results. VPA Studios provides expert guidance in both the practical and theoretical components of HSC Dance, empowering students to achieve their highest potential.

MEET THE DIRECTOR
Victoria Vargas is the owner and director of a successful Dance and Performing Arts Studio, VPA Studios located in Wollongong. Victoria currently teaches HSC Dance and holds her Certificate in Training and Assessment and is certified to deliver vocational training programs. She has also been a tutor for the University of Wollongong and taught 3rd Year Bachelor of Primary Education Students.
Over the years, she studied many styles of performing arts including lyrical, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip hop, musical theatre and singing. In 2006 Victoria went on to study at the University of New South Wales where she attained a double degree, Bachelor of Arts (Dance) and Bachelor of Education (Dance, English as a Second Language) and has since taught Drama/Theatre and Performance Studies.
Throughout her career she has taught national award winning troupe and soloist routines and received intense training and tuition from many well renowned Australian and International teachers and choreographers. She has been teaching and choreographing in all styles of dance for sixteen years, with a particular passion and interest in the contemporary, lyrical and commercial jazz genre.
Victoria has an exceptional student achievement record as evidence of her Band 6 results in both Dance and Drama and her HSC Dance works selected for performance at 'Callback'. Victoria is passionate about developing and building student's interest, creativity, technique and performance excellence.
