Classes and Workshops 2025

WIDance offers inclusive classes and workshops in the Greater Wellington region.

 We also offer tailored workshops for community organisations, youth groups and schools.
Click the Join WIDance button below to see our contact page for enquiries and bookings.

What: A welcoming and safe inclusive space for all dancers, whether you're a beginner or seasoned performer. 
Explore contemporary dance, improvisation, dance based games and composition, while building body awareness and social connections.
Suitable to all levels of experience. Ages 17+

When: Saturdays 11 am to 1 pm

Where: Te Whaea - National Dance & Drama Centre 11 Hutchison Rd, Newtown, Wellington

Cost per term: Waged $120.00 Unwaged $85.00 Casual $20 
Check out our new option in 2025 for dancers preferring a shorter class based on technique: (first hour only) Per term: $60 Casual: $10

 Proudly supported by Wellington City Council Me Heke Ki Pōneke

        TERM ONE

February 15, 22
March 1, 8, 15, 22

        TERM TWO

May 3, 10, 17, 24 
June 7, 14 (no class Kings Birthday)

        TERM THREE

August 9, 16, 23, 30
September 6, 13

        TERM FOUR

November 8, 15, 22, 29
December 6, 13

 
What: A fun inclusive youth dance class exploring the principles of contemporary dance.
Enjoy learning and fostering social connections through improvisation, dance-based games and prop use. Great for developing movement skills, expression and creativity!  Suitable ages 7 -21

When: Saturdays 10.00 am to 11am

Where: Te Whaea - National Dance & Drama Centre 11 Hutchison Rd, Newtown, Wellington

Cost per term: $55.00 or $10.00 casual
Proudly supported by Wellington City Council Creative Communities 

        TERM ONE

February 15, 22
March  1, 8, 15, 22

        TERM TWO

May 3, 10, 17, 24
June 7, 14 (no class Kings Birthday)

        TERM THREE

August 9, 16, 23, 30
September 6, 13

        TERM FOUR

November 8, 15, 22, 29
December 6, 13

What: Join us for an inclusive and energetic open dance session, suitable for all skill levels. Enjoy the freedom of movement in a welcoming environment!

When: Wednesdays 6.30pm - 8.00pm

Where: Paraparaumu Beach Scout Hall, Te Kupe Road 

Cost per term: $80.00 or $12.00 casual

        TERM ONE

February 26 
March 5, 12, 19, 26
April 3, 9

        TERM TWO

April 30 
May 7, 14, 21, 28
June 4, 11, 18

        TERM THREE

July 16, 23, 30
August 6, 13, 20, 27
September 3, 10, 17

        TERM FOUR

October 8, 15, 22, 29
November 5, 12, 19, 26

What: A fun and engaging weekly inclusive movement class suitable for all ages.

When: Wednesdays 11am- 12pm

Where: 28 Parker Avenue, Levin (The Movement Studio) 

Cost: $7.00 per class

Proudly supported by the Horowhenua District Council

        TERM ONE

February 26 
March 5, 12, 19, 26
April 3, 9

        TERM TWO

April 30 
May 7, 14, 21, 28
June 4, 11, 18

        TERM THREE

July 16, 23, 30
August 6, 13, 20, 27
September 3, 10, 17

        TERM FOUR

October 8, 15, 22, 29
November 5, 12, 19, 26

Workshops

Check out what's coming up up in 2026...

January 14 -16 2026
Royal Academy of Dance/WIDance Tīaho Summer School 

What:  The Royal Academy of Dance are partnering once again with WIDance with a return of Tīaho Summer School in 2026!
 Join us from 14–16 January 2026 for three inspiring days of dance.

Each day, Tīaho will run two one-hour workshops exploring movement technique and creative dance. 
The workshops will conclude with a special studio sharing alongside the Grades course, where whānau and friends
are warmly invited to celebrate the students’ creativity and achievements.

When:  Wednesday 14th, Thursday 15th and Friday 16th January 2026

Times:  10am – 12.15pm each day plus sharing on Friday 12.45pm – 2.30pm

Where: Te Whaea - National Dance & Drama Centre 11 Hutchison Rd, Newtown, Wellington

Cost: $60 for the 3 days / $25 per day

Bookings essential

For more information and to secure your spot head to The Royal Academy of Dance Tīaho Summer School 

We look forward to dancing with you this summer!

Ballet Workshops with the Royal New Zealand Ballet

What: We look forward to the return of our popular ballet workshops series open to all in 2026! Enjoy a fun and accessible ballet class taught by the esteemed Royal New Zealand Ballet dance educators.
We begin with barre work and centre work, followed by learning a snippet of choreography based on shows from the RNZB repertoire.

Count me in! Watch this space for updates to secure your spot.

Proudly supported by Wellington City Council Me Heke Ki Pōneke

Our Outreach Programmes 
The Shed Project Creative Space Kāpiti, Thumbs Up and NZCL

What:  WIDance runs outreach classes hosted by various disability support organisations in Pōneke. You can often find us at:
The Shed Project in Paraparaumu and Ōtaki on Tuesdays
NZCL in Levin on Wednesdays
Thumbs Up in Petone on Thursdays
Times and costs: These vary for each outreach, please contact each organisation directly if interested in joining the sessions!

Further enquiries contact:
 The Shed Project : Ph: 04 297 2713 Email: info@shedproject.co.nz
NZCL: Ph 0800101057 Email: info@nzcl.nz
Thumbs Up Trust: Ph: 04 586 8069 Email: admin@thumbsuptrust.org.nz