Beleste Dance - Ballroom, Latin, New Vogue
Ballroom, Latin and New Vogue partner dancing for all levels in Jindalee
A ballroom dance studio offering instruction in American and International style dances including Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba, and Swing.
Before your first class
No previous experience needed; the studio takes many beginners and runs a beginner class at the start of Sunday Night Social Dance.
$15 casual drop-in for Sunday Night Social Dance, $65 introductory deal for six sessions
About this studio
Beleste Dance teaches ballroom, Latin, smooth and rhythm styles to dancers of all ages and abilities at their studio inside Goodlife Health Centre on the first floor of DFO, 19 Amazons Place in Jindalee. Founded in 2015 by Lester Skorka and Belinda Bischa, the studio grew from a chance request to teach dance to a group of indigenous young adults—an experience that inspired them to build a broader teaching practice. Both instructors have been involved in DanceSport (competitive ballroom dancing) for over 35 years. They have competed together at state and national level, won four graded Australian titles together, and are finalists in their Open events at recent Australian Dancesport Championships.
The studio runs several regular programs. Sunday Night Social Dance runs from 6.00pm to 8.30pm, with a beginner class at the start followed by non-stop partner dancing covering Latin, Ballroom, Sequence and New Vogue styles. An Acceleration Class is available from 5.00pm for experienced dancers. No partner is required to attend, and instructors run "Pop-Up" classes throughout the evening to keep feet moving. Feet on Fire is a young adult program for ages 11–18, held Friday nights 5.30pm–6.30pm in conjunction with the Pamphlett-Tennyson Sea Scouts.
Private lessons are available for individuals, couples and small groups of up to four people. The studio specialises in wedding dance packages, with couples often learning choreography in as few as three to six lessons. Instructors teach Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Salsa, Rumba, Cha Cha, Swing Waltz and La Bomba. The studio also runs school formal programs—past clients include Ambrose Treacy College, Indooroopilly and Stuartholme School, Mt Cootha—and offers dance programs for corporate events, debutante presentations, youth clubs and other functions either at the studio or at your location. An All Abilities dance and music program uses movement, music, dance, drumming and percussion to assist individuals with special needs, with programs individualised to each client. The studio has a large air-conditioned floor with mirrors.
What to expect
Your first visit
Sunday Night Social Dance welcomes all levels with no partner required. A beginner class starts the evening, then instructors run quick Pop-Up classes while experienced dancers dance continuously. The atmosphere is fun and friendly, covering Latin, Ballroom, Sequence and New Vogue dances.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Lester Skorka and Belinda Bischa are the principal instructors. Both have 35+ years in DanceSport, have competed at state and national level, won four graded Australian titles together, and are finalists in their Open events at recent Australian Dancesport Championships. Belinda performed in the 2000 Olympics Closing Ceremony and toured with 'Let's Dance' around Queensland with the Queensland Arts Council.
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What beginners can expect
No previous experience needed; the studio takes many beginners and runs a beginner class at the start of Sunday Night Social Dance.
Studio history
Founded in 2015, Beleste Dance grew out of a chance request to teach dance to a group of indigenous young adults. Lester and Belinda decided to form the studio after witnessing the personal growth and maturity that dance brought to those young people. The studio has been growing and evolving over the last four years, running public social dance classes, youth programs, private lessons, performances at shows and events, bridal dance instruction and school programs.
Styles offered
14 dance styles taught here
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What dance styles does Beleste Dance - Ballroom, Latin, New Vogue teach?
Beleste Dance - Ballroom, Latin, New Vogue teaches Ballroom, Latin, Smooth, Rhythm, Waltz, Tango and 8 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Beleste Dance - Ballroom, Latin, New Vogue located?
Beleste Dance - Ballroom, Latin, New Vogue is located in Jindalee, QLD. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Beleste Dance - Ballroom, Latin, New Vogue offer private lessons?
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Does Beleste Dance - Ballroom, Latin, New Vogue teach kids and adults?
Beleste Dance - Ballroom, Latin, New Vogue welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
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