Urban Funk Dance (originally Bairnsdale Jazz Funk) was established in 2002, the first commercial dance school in the area. Founder, Renee Hallahan, introduced this modern and fresh style of dance to East Gippsland and the school quickly took off. In 2006, Casey Davidge took over as principal and continues to run UFD today.
Urban Funk Dance now houses many styles, including dance fusion, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, adult's jazz funk, Broadway jazz and performance troupes. UFD are proud to be East Gippsland's first commercial dance school, and leaders of the ever-growing industry in the area.
Enrolments begin at prep age and up to adult, for all levels and ability, where dancers can learn in a positive, fun, and encouraging atmosphere. Casual and fitness classes are available, and there also are performance teams for dancers that meet the requirements to represent UFD on a competitive level.
The UFD Performance Teams compete at various dance competitions and local eisteddfods, with opportunities also available to individual dancers to compete.
UFD dancers perform at the annual dance showcase, local school events, community fundraisers and the end of year dance concerts. To date, the UFD community have raised over $30,000 for local and national charities and we value the importance of giving back where possible through our benefit performances.
Past UFD students have gone on to train and work at a tertiary level, both in Australia and USA. This includes Jason Coleman's Ministry Of Dance, film and television work, promotional appearances and more.
Urban Funk Dance is an all-inclusive dance school, where individuals are encouraged to let their light shine in their chosen style of dance, no matter their age, background or physical ability. We encourage dancers to work to their full potential, whether that be on a casual level or to develop their skills to perform in a professional arena.
Enrolment information and waiting list placements can be made by contacting us by email:
urbanfunkdance@gmail.com
PLEASE NOTE: ALL CLASSES ARE CURRENTLY BOOKED OUT FOR 2023.
NOT CURRENTLY TAKING NAMES FOR THE WAITLIST, PLEASE CHECK BACK DECEMBER 2023 FOR FURTHER UPDATES
