"So Let's Dance"
About Us
Adelaide Dance Project is a ballroom and Latin social dance school.
We specialise in teaching people new to dance, how to dance; by creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere that is perfect for learning.
We teach people at all stages and levels of ability, whether you’ve been dancing for 1 year or 5 years or are a beginner or advanced dancer.
The first lesson is always on us!
John Perrotta
Director
Owner and lead instructor at Adelaide Dance Project, John is a ballroom & Latin dance teacher and choreographer who commenced his dancing journey 20 years ago in the style of salsa. John quickly found a passion for dancing and was soon asked to perform locally and Australia-wide.
John branched out into teaching and choreographing his routines 9 years ago and has since taken up teaching and performing a variety of ballroom styles including Rumba and Tango. He currently runs his studio from the Fogolar Furlan in Felixtow, teaching beginners all the way through to advanced levels. His witty and easy-going nature and an eye for detail make his learning style fun but with a technical edge.
Our Dance Instructor Team
Monica Valea
I started my dancing journey late in life, I was 40. 😉
A friend of mine said: “Come and try ballroom dancing with me. I know a great teacher!”💃
I wasn’t convinced, but I did give it a go and never regretted my decision.
Since then, I saw how much joy dancing brings to people, and I wanted to be a small part of their journeys.
Dancing is happiness!🎉
Julian
Julian has been dancing swing and other vernacular jazz dances for over 17 years.Julian has taught for over 15 years across Adelaide, Melbourne and Europe.
Starting in Adelaide he’s since learnt, taught and danced in Melbourne, the US and Europe. He has learnt from numerous international teachers and has danced his way across Australia, Europe and the US
Julian has learnt under numerous world class scene-leading blues dancers -Virginie Jensen, Noni Clarke, Barry Douglas and Brenda Russel to name a few- and has attended numerous workshops and dance camps including many sojourns at the world famous Herrang Dance Camp in Sweden.
Other than blues, Julian is versed in numerous styles of vernacular Jazz dance, and competes regularly in Lindy Hop, Balboa and solo jazz competitions – landing 2nd place in the Open Jack and Jill the Australian Jitterbug Championships in 2012 and 3rd in 2014 and finalising several years in a row through 2105-2019 in various divisions.
His overarching goal is to bring a sense of quality of movement, rhythm to dance. Above all else he focuses on creating an inclusive and supportive dance community to be enjoyed by all.
Carla
Carla has been dancing for over 20 years, having learned with outstanding instructors from all over the globe. While her first love is Salsa and Mambo, she loves to experiment with all Latin rhythms and variations!
Get ready to brush up on your fundamentals and build your confidence on the dance floor.
On her free time Carla loves to hang out with her super cool doggies and go for long walks by the beach.
The beach and the sea are her happy places, so when she’s not teaching (or organising).
Mark Fox
I commenced dancing in July 2018. What started as a favour to help out a friend looking for a dance partner soon turned into a passion of my own and one that I have continued to enjoy every since. Like all beginners, it took me some time to recognise what dance matched the music and many times I thought that “I will never get this!”. However, as time progresses, so did I and soon the dances became comfortable and I sensed the development of my own style of dance and lead. Like most things, I have my preferred dances but I encourage students to consider all styles, some of my favourite and most rewarding styles of dance are those that held little appeal for me initially. I have now been teaching for approximately 18 months, I feel great joy and pride in being part of the development of my students and for introducing them to an activity that is social, engaging, diverse and provides a good level of physical fitness.
Ann Victora
Anne’s dance journey began as a child, waltzing with her father at home. The joy of dancing with him, the pride in his eyes, and the deep connection shared through music and movement has inspired her to teach dance.
She encourages her students to discover the pleasure and connection with the dance and their partners, hoping to facilitate the creation of beautiful memories through shared experiences, whether you are leading or following.
Her philosophy is that dance is more than mastering steps, it is predominately about building a synergy between partners and with the music. Her approach therefore blends skill development with personal growth by supporting her students to become confident social dancers, wanting to share the power of social dancing to create spaces where people from all walks of life can connect and express themselves through movement.
Key to her method is the understanding of the responsibility a teacher has in shaping each student’s dance journey , building self-confidence on the dance floor and creating an environment where students feel supported and encouraged, and where they enjoy the learning process.
Teaching for over 25 years she has enjoyed teaching across skill levels and styles. She holds certifications from the Federation of Australian Teachers of Dance (F.A.T.D.) in Silver Bar Modern and Latin dance as well as a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
She is a strong advocate of the ADP values and a great cultural fit, fostering a welcoming environment where everyone is inspired to discover, learn, and grow
PARTNERS OF THE STUDIO
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Fogolar Furlan
