Studio 24 - The Only Place to Dance

Studio 24 is a complete performance education facility. We have four large, airconditioned, dance studios with sprung floors and full-length mirrors. There is a dancers' lounge including a kitchen, and of course accomplished professional teaching staff. We even have a fully-stocked dance shop for all our students' needs.

Our diverse range of classes includes various dance and performance styles, constantly updated to reflect the cutting edge of today's music and today's industry demands. Our exclusive learning principles have been developed over many years of involvement in an industry that demands professionalism and discipline from performers. Our successful programs cater for students at all levels. Careful monitoring and assessments by instructors allows for individual progression, to ensure that all our students remain challenged and fulfilled to reach their potential as performers.

We offer term-based courses in each style, as well as ad-hoc casual classes. Our dance classes are either 45 minute or one hour duration, including a 15 minute body conditioning warm up.

Our classes

  • Hip Hop
  • Jazz
  • Ballet
  • Lyrical
  • Acrodance
  • Tap

Browse through the various classes we offer, book yourself a free no-obligation trial classes, and come and experience the Studio 24 edge!

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Preschoolers

For dancers aged 2-5 years we offer the official READY SET DANCE programmes, as we believe every child should start their life with dance!

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Our team

Melinda Sweeney

Principal / Director

Melinda started performing at 4 years old and received extensive training in the following specific styles of dance Classical, Jazz Ballet, Tap, American Funk and Hip Hop. Melinda was a professional dancer and choreographer during the entertainment boom of the 80's, working in all facets of the industry.

Melinda studied extensively in Australia and overseas performing with many international entertainers. Working... (read more)
Principal / Director

Melinda started performing at 4 years old and received extensive training in the following specific styles of dance Classical, Jazz Ballet, Tap, American Funk and Hip Hop. Melinda was a professional dancer and choreographer during the entertainment boom of the 80's, working in all facets of the industry.

Melinda studied extensively in Australia and overseas performing with many international entertainers. Working alongside numerous artists such as Kelley Abbey, Jacquie Howard and Matt Lee.

After a successful career Melinda's goals were with developing children who shared the same dreams and passion for performing and entertaining a live audience.

In February 1988 the Just Jazz Talent Company was formed to pass on this knowledge to children, developing their skills and offering opportunities for performance in all levels and styles.

In July 2005, Melinda achieved a major milestone.The Just Jazz Talent Company further diversified and expanded into a new purpose built facility, offering students better programmes and incorporating tuition in the music industry. Studio 24 was born and added another exciting step in the journey.

As the Director of Studio 24 Melinda's main goal is to provide expert Tuition in all Genres of dance,carefully hand picking the best teachers Australia has to offer.

Melinda still enjoys teaching classes, especially the younger dancers as they need a good foundation to start their journey into the world of dance. Choreographing winning dance routines for the TDW is also her passion.

'I am very lucky to do what I do for a living'

The thrill of seeing an audience enjoying something that I have helped to create or develop is really special, yes, I am very lucky.


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Jessica Ashton

Jessica holds a Certificate IV in Performing Arts from Brent Street Studios in Sydney. Whilst completing full-time dance studies, Jessica worked with countless industry professionals and took classes and workshops with internationally recognised artists.

Jessica has been dancing and performing since she was 4 years old. In that time, she has been involved in many productions including Goosebumps, developed for the Channel 7 Kids Carnival, The... (read more)
Jessica holds a Certificate IV in Performing Arts from Brent Street Studios in Sydney. Whilst completing full-time dance studies, Jessica worked with countless industry professionals and took classes and workshops with internationally recognised artists.

Jessica has been dancing and performing since she was 4 years old. In that time, she has been involved in many productions including Goosebumps, developed for the Channel 7 Kids Carnival, The Adams Family Stage Show, produced by Studio 24 and Back to The Future, which was performed at the Don Russel Performing Arts Centre and major Shopping Centre venues.

In 2003, Jessica attended the LA Dance Force workshop and was awarded a Scholarship. She also participates in the Brent Street Summer School in Sydney every January where she received extensive training in all areas of performing arts.

Jessica won the lead role of Dorothy in Willetton Senior High Schools production of The Wizard of Oz in 2005 and was the character Bobby in The New MacDonalds Farm Stage Show which was presented at the Turning on of the Christmas Lights Forrest Place, Perth in 2006.

In 2008, Jessica performed and choreographed with Studio 24 Professional Corporate Shows and was a company member of Steps Youth Dance Company for their June season 'nospace'.

Jessica performed in the Perth Production of the National Candyman Tour at the Regal Theatre. She has also represented EduDance as a teacher in many primary schools across the metro area.

Jessica performed as one of the Perth Glory Cheerleaders in the 2013/2014 season.

Jessica completed her Certificate III an IV in Fitness at the Australian Institute of Fitness and is a fully qualified personal fitness trainer.

In 2017 Jessica toured Australia with 'Infamous' Circus Cabaret as dance captain and co-choreographer.

Jessica teaches Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Song & Dance and Acrobatics and will be leading many of the Comp Squad classes with her award winning choreography.
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Jacquie La Roche

Jacquie began her dancing life at the age of 5 with Jazz, Tap and Ballet. At the age of 6, Jacquie was selected to perform at the Fremantle Theatre in the production "Cinderella" as one of the fairies.
Jacquie has been training at Studio 24 since 2011, in Commercial Jazz, Lyrical, Ballet , Jazz, Acro and Hip Hop. Jacquie has been a member of Comp Squad and has competed at local dance competitions in solos and troupe dances.

Jacquie was part... (read more)
Jacquie began her dancing life at the age of 5 with Jazz, Tap and Ballet. At the age of 6, Jacquie was selected to perform at the Fremantle Theatre in the production "Cinderella" as one of the fairies.
Jacquie has been training at Studio 24 since 2011, in Commercial Jazz, Lyrical, Ballet , Jazz, Acro and Hip Hop. Jacquie has been a member of Comp Squad and has competed at local dance competitions in solos and troupe dances.

Jacquie was part of both the 2014 USA tour to Orlando, Florida and the 2017 USA tour to Anaheim and Los Angeles, California where she performed at Disney World, Universal Studios, Hollywood Boulevard and Kennedy Space Station. Whilst in Orlando, Anaheim & Los Angeles, Jacquie attended workshops at the Disney Performing Arts, The Edge, Millenium Dance Complex and Abbey Lee Dance Company.

Jacquie has a Cert III in Assistant Dance Teaching and Cert IV in Dance Teaching & Management.
Jacquie is the Ready Set Dance Co-ordinator at Studio 24 and also teaches Ready Set Dance, Ready Set Move and Ready Set Acro , as well as assisting many of the other teachers throughout Studio 24.
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Lilee

Lilee has been training at Studio 24 since 2009 in Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Hip Hop, Ballet and Lyrical.

She has been apart of Comp Squad and competing in troupes for many years.

Lilee has performed as a cheerleader for the Willetton Tigers (State Basketball League) for a few years and has had the opportunity to perform at the Perth Lynx Basketball.

Lilee travelled to Florida in the 2017 USA tour to Anaheim and Los Angeles, California... (read more)
Lilee has been training at Studio 24 since 2009 in Jazz, Tap, Acrobatics, Hip Hop, Ballet and Lyrical.

She has been apart of Comp Squad and competing in troupes for many years.

Lilee has performed as a cheerleader for the Willetton Tigers (State Basketball League) for a few years and has had the opportunity to perform at the Perth Lynx Basketball.

Lilee travelled to Florida in the 2017 USA tour to Anaheim and Los Angeles, California where she performed at Disney World, Universal Studios, Hollywood Boulevard and Kennedy Space Station. Whilst in Orlando, Anaheim & Los Angeles, Lilee attended workshops at the Disney Performing Arts, The Edge, Millenium Dance Complex and Abbey Lee Dance Company.

Lilee has been an assistant at Studio 24 for the last few years and is now teaching Acrobatics and Hip Hop as well as Acrobatic Troupe for Studio 24 Comp Squad.
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Amy Sefton

Amy joined Studio 24 2009 at age 3 and has since trained in all genres of dance.

She has been a part of the comp squad team since 2012 and has competed in various competitions in troupes, duo/trios and solos.

Amy studied contemporary dance throughout high school in the Gifted and Talented program at John Curtin College of the Arts.

In 2014 and 2017 she travelled to America with studio 24 performing and attending workshops at DisneyLand,... (read more)
Amy joined Studio 24 2009 at age 3 and has since trained in all genres of dance.

She has been a part of the comp squad team since 2012 and has competed in various competitions in troupes, duo/trios and solos.

Amy studied contemporary dance throughout high school in the Gifted and Talented program at John Curtin College of the Arts.

In 2014 and 2017 she travelled to America with studio 24 performing and attending workshops at DisneyLand, Hollywood Boulevard, Universal Studios, Millennium Dance Complex, Abby Lee Dance Studio and Edge Performing Arts Centre.

Amy started assisting classes in 2020 and is now teaching in various styles in recreational, comp squad, and ready set dance.
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Caris Holroyd

Caris wants to share her knowledge of dance with her students and see their passion grow.

Caris began dancing at the age of 5, at David Birrell’s Ballroom Studio. Majestique School of Dance
followed shortly after this, where she trained in RAD Classical Ballet, Jazz and Tap. Caris started to
assist some classes at Majestique, and found her love and passion for teaching.

In 2014 Caris moved to Dance Fit, and starting training in other... (read more)
Caris wants to share her knowledge of dance with her students and see their passion grow.

Caris began dancing at the age of 5, at David Birrell’s Ballroom Studio. Majestique School of Dance
followed shortly after this, where she trained in RAD Classical Ballet, Jazz and Tap. Caris started to
assist some classes at Majestique, and found her love and passion for teaching.

In 2014 Caris moved to Dance Fit, and starting training in other styles such as Contemporary, Hip-Hop and Acrobatics.

Caris has successfully completed her RAD Intermediate Foundation,Intermediate and Advanced Foundation exams, and AICD Borovansky Intermediate exam, as well as many Ballroom exams.

Caris has also competed in many competitions and grown as a performer, while becoming a role model to her students.

From February 2018 – December 2019, Caris completed her AdvancedDiploma in Performing Arts, majoring in Dance at Principal Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts.

Throughout her studies Caris continued to find professional work, starring in the ECU campaign,‘One World’, performing for Crown on New Years Eve 2019 and most recently performing in the Crowns ‘Christmas Spectacular’.

Caris also works in schools with the Edu Dance program offering her amazing training and a differentapproach behaviour and classroom management skills.

Throughout her training Caris continued teaching and passing on her new-found knowledge
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Gabby Kirby

Gabby is from Tampa Florida and Trained at All American Dance Factory -17 years and at All American Classical Ballet School - 9 years.

Gabby has been working as a professional dancer for the Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships
2015 - 2016 Royal Caribbean International Quantum Of The Seas - Sequins and FeathersSonic Odyssey - Dancer/Showgirl
2016 - 2017 Royal Caribbean International Ovations Of The Seas Sequins and Feathers - Live, Love, Legs -... (read more)
Gabby is from Tampa Florida and Trained at All American Dance Factory -17 years and at All American Classical Ballet School - 9 years.

Gabby has been working as a professional dancer for the Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships
2015 - 2016 Royal Caribbean International Quantum Of The Seas - Sequins and FeathersSonic Odyssey - Dancer/Showgirl
2016 - 2017 Royal Caribbean International Ovations Of The Seas Sequins and Feathers - Live, Love, Legs - Dancer/Showgirl
2017 - 2018 Royal Caribbean InternationalQuantum Of The Seas - Starwater - Dancer/Aerialist
2018 - 2019 Royal Caribbean International Ovations Of The Seas Sequins and Feathers - Live, Love, Legs - Dancer/Showgirl
2019 - 2020 Royal Caribbean InternationalQuantum Of The Seas - Starwater - Dancer/Aerialist

Since Gabby has been living in Perth she has performed in Cabaret de Paris and the Ultimate Vegas Show - Crown Theater.
Gabby also performed at the Fringe Festival in Madonna Circus and the Dolly Parton Spectacular 2020/2021

Gabby is now working in Perth at Studio 24 teaching Acrobatics, Contemporary and Lyrical.
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Keeley Kuther

Keeley has been part of the Studio 24 Family since she was 3 years old and has trained in all genres.

For the past 4 years Keeley has been a key assistant for several teachers at the studio particularly with the Ballet and Hip Hop programs.

Keeley has been apart of the TDW program for 8 years competing locally in troupes, solos and duos.

Keeley has travelled to the USA twice where she performed and attended workshops in LA, Orlando and... (read more)
Keeley has been part of the Studio 24 Family since she was 3 years old and has trained in all genres.

For the past 4 years Keeley has been a key assistant for several teachers at the studio particularly with the Ballet and Hip Hop programs.

Keeley has been apart of the TDW program for 8 years competing locally in troupes, solos and duos.

Keeley has travelled to the USA twice where she performed and attended workshops in LA, Orlando and New York.

Keeley also dances at corporate events and cheerleads for both the state and national basketball teams Willetton Tigers and West Coast Waves.

Keeley has a Cert 2 in Dance and is also teaching in primary schools for EduDance

Keeley teaches our open Hip Hop class and is now part of the Management Team at Studio 24
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Kade Sweeney

Kade has been training at Studio 24 since he was 5 years old in Jazz, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, Classical, Contemporary and Lyrical.

Kade was accepted into WAAPA when he was 14 years old but due to his Sate Basketball commitments Kade was unable to accept the offer.

In 2015 Kade moved to Melbourne for two years where he completed a Certificate IV in Dance and Diploma in Musical Theater.

Kade has performed all over Australia working with... (read more)
Kade has been training at Studio 24 since he was 5 years old in Jazz, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, Classical, Contemporary and Lyrical.

Kade was accepted into WAAPA when he was 14 years old but due to his Sate Basketball commitments Kade was unable to accept the offer.

In 2015 Kade moved to Melbourne for two years where he completed a Certificate IV in Dance and Diploma in Musical Theater.

Kade has performed all over Australia working with Australia's top Australian choreographers.

2017/2018 Kade is contracted to Royal Caribbean, Ovation of The Seas and is performimg in the show 'Pixels'.

2019/2020 Kade is contracted to Royal Caribbean, Quantum of The Seas

Kade will be teaching at Studio 24 between his contacts with Royal Caribbean.
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Krysten Parker

Krysten’s love of dance started with classical ballet at the age of 3, joining Studio 24 at age 5 she has trained extensively in all genres of dance.

Part of the Comp Squad team for 10 years she has performed at various competitions in all Troupes and competed successfully as a soloist and in duos/trios.

Krysten was accepted into the gifted and talented program for Contemporary Dance at John Curtin College of the Arts where she has... (read more)
Krysten’s love of dance started with classical ballet at the age of 3, joining Studio 24 at age 5 she has trained extensively in all genres of dance.

Part of the Comp Squad team for 10 years she has performed at various competitions in all Troupes and competed successfully as a soloist and in duos/trios.

Krysten was accepted into the gifted and talented program for Contemporary Dance at John Curtin College of the Arts where she has furthered her training in Ballet and Contemporary.

Attending various local workshops from visiting artists such as Marko Panzic, Renee Ritchie, Paris Cavanagh and Abbey Lee Miller.

Cheerleading for the Willetton Tigers (State Basketball League) for a number of years and on occasion the West Coast Waves and Perth Lynx Basketball Teams.
Also taking part in various performances at events such as community fairs, shopping centres, charity and corporate events.

Travelling to America with Studio 24 in 2017 she performed at various locations such as Disneyland, Hollywood Boulevard and Universal Studios. Whilst in Los Angeles attending dance workshops at Millenium Dance Complex, Abbey Lee Dance Co LA and the Edge Performing Arts Center.

Krysten has completed a Cert III in Education support she is currently studying the Cert IV.

Taking part in yearly training for the Ready Set Dance program and assisting classes for the last few years Krysten has now progressed to become a certified Ready Set Ballet teacher and has also completed training for the Dance Cirque program.

Krysten has been an assistant teacher for a number of years as well as choreographing solos for Studio 24 's younger dancers. Krysten is now excited to have her own classes to share her experience and passion for dance with her students, helping them to gain confidence and reach their full potential.
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Emma Gherardi

Emma has been training at Studio 24 for 9 years in Commercial Jazz, Ballet, Hiphop, Lyrical, Contemporary, Tap, Acro and Cheerleading.

Emma has competed in many competitions with Studio 24 including troupes, solos and duos as well as performing with the Cheerleading 'Tigerettes' at the State Basketball League for many years. Emma has also participated in numerous workshops with choreographers such as Ryan Sheppard 'Wicked' the Musical, Jason... (read more)
Emma has been training at Studio 24 for 9 years in Commercial Jazz, Ballet, Hiphop, Lyrical, Contemporary, Tap, Acro and Cheerleading.

Emma has competed in many competitions with Studio 24 including troupes, solos and duos as well as performing with the Cheerleading 'Tigerettes' at the State Basketball League for many years. Emma has also participated in numerous workshops with choreographers such as Ryan Sheppard 'Wicked' the Musical, Jason Coleman Ministry of Dance and dancers from Cirque du Soleil.

Emma travelled to America in 2014 & 2017 with Studio 24, performing at Disney Theme Parks, Universal Studios and NASA. Whilst in America, Emma attended workshops at Broadway Dance Centre in New York, Millenium Dance Complex in Hollywood and Edge Performing Arts Centre in LA.

Emma has a love of performing and entertaining young children. Emma has been contracted to Showtime Attractions since 2014 regularly performing in stage shows and also took part in a feature film.

In 2017, Emma was contracted to KRAVE Perth Dance Agency.

Emma has completed her Certificate II in Dance.

Emma did her first dance contract with Royal Caribbean in 2018/2019 is currently performing on The Bahamas Paradise and will be retuning to teach at Studio 24 again.
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Testimonials

“Amazing place to dance at...friendly supportive, wouldn't want to dance anywhere else”

- Kelly d'Arcy

“Only place to dance Never leave without feeling happy, energised and grateful to be a part of such a great team like people!!!!!”

- Sophia Malagas

“My daughter has been with Studio 24 for many years and will be for many more. The studio is like her second home, she lives and breathes Studio 24! The dance training she receives is always of an exceptionally high standard and I would highly recommend the studio to anyone looking to dance at all levels!”

- Dianne Gherardi

“We are new to the Studio 24 family. Everyone is so friendly , the vibe is awesome, we have been welcomed with open arms! My 2 daughters are just loving it!! Big thanks to Melinda and her fabulous team xx”

- Kylie Jarvis

“In 2004 my daughters dreamt of learning to dance and they not only know how to dance but they learnt how to teach others and help them turn their dream into reality. Elysha is now a professional dancer contracted to Royal Carribean. Thank you Studio 24 it's great to be part of such a professional dance studio.”

- Kylie Atwell

“The amazing support and family environment that you get to be apart of everyday is just unreal! so much love and dedication is put into the studio! couldn't be more proud to call it home!”

- Devan Murphy

“Studio 24 is a fantastic dance school. Both my son and daughter dance there and they enjoy the dancing and also the friendly atmosphere. You also feel a part of the team.”

- Sammy Jane

“Love love love this place, to believe it you need to see it.... To achieve it you need to try it..... The places my daughter has gone to, the places she has seen, all because of studio 24 this dance school is just mind blowing, it's family.... Wouldn't change a thing x”

- Michelle

“This is the place to be! Studio 24 is one big family. you gain so much more than the ability to dance, you gain confidence, friends, and a place to call home.”

- Jacqui Pierot

“Such an amazing, inspiring place for a parent to watch their child grow with confidence as they learn to dance. Am happy to highly recommend Studio 24 to any parent who wants to give their child the best place to start, or extend their dance experience.”

- Kylie Godfrey

“My son started dancing a couple of years ago in a Hip Hop class at Studio 24. The teachers are supportive and amazing, and the students are friendly with the older kids encouraging the younger ones. He is now in his second year of competition troupe and loves going to the studio. I highly recommend Studio 24 to anyone wanting to learn to dance for fun, or at a competitive level”

- Tracey Ticehurst