When choosing a dance school, fun is usually at the top of the list, and we agree, this is critical. But as a parent, how do you know if your child is actually learning correctly?

Good technique is the foundation of dance. It’s what prevents injuries, builds strength and, should they choose to, it’s what allows a dancer to transition to a professional. At Dance 24 Seven, we believe that passion and precision go hand-in-hand.

Here is what you should look for to ensure a studio is prioritising your child’s technical growth.

1. Excellent teaching staff

A studio is only as good as the people at the front of the room. You should look for a teaching team with knowledge and experience of the dance style they teach, as well as simply loving working with kids. 

• The Industry Standard: Look for teachers who have professional performance experience and, crucially, formal teaching registrations, or tertiary level training. This ensures they understand the anatomy of a dancer and how to coach different body types safely.

• The Dance 24 Seven Faculty: Our team consists of internationally trained experts, including ex-professional dancers who bring real-world stage experience to every lesson and teachers trained at full-time tertiary institutions. Furthermore, our ballet department is led by Registered RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) teachers, ensuring your child is receiving the gold standard of classical training.

2. Syllabus-led training

A good studio doesn't just make up steps as they go. They follow internationally recognised syllabi. This ensures that every child is reaching age-appropriate milestones that are globally recognised. At Dance 24 Seven, we utilise the prestigious ADPA (Asia Pacific Dance Association) syllabus for most of our genres and the RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) for Ballet. We also offer NZAMD in tap as an extension for our dancers. 

3. Consistency across all genres

We believe versatility is key. No matter what genre you are into, and Dance 24 Seven, true technical excellence shows across every style. Whether it's the ultimate precision of Tap or the fluid control and release of Contemporary, the standards should remain high across the board.

The proof is in the pudding: Our 2025 results

While any studio can claim to have good technique, the true measure is external, independent validation. In 2025, our students sat their exams with ADPA, NZAMD and RAD, and the results were nothing short of world-class.

We are incredibly proud to share that our dancers achieved the following in 2025

Taking it to the Global Stage

Beyond our local success, 2025 saw our students reach the absolute peak of the syllabi:

• 7 NZAMD Scholarships: Awarded to students who show exceptional potential and technical mastery.

• Top in the World: 6 of our students achieved the highest marks in the world at their level.

• Global Top 5: 14 of our students ranked in the top 5 globally.

Why does this matter to you?

You might be thinking, "My child just wants to dance for fun—do exam results matter?" The answer is yes. These results prove that our teachers are giving every student, from the casual learner to the aspiring pro, the highest level of instruction. It means that when your child learns a shuffle in Tap or a plie in Ballet at Dance 24 Seven, they are learning it the right way. Good technique gives a child confidence. It gives them a sense of achievement. And most importantly, it gives them the skills to dance for a lifetime. 

Come experience world-class training

Ready to see what technical excellence looks like in person? We invite you to join the Dance 24 Seven family in West Auckland. Trial with us today and experience the difference.