FAQs

  • KSTAR STUDIOS offers training in hip hop & street-dance styles as well as open choreography.

  • We cater for students from as young as 3 through to adults of all ages.

  • No prior dance experience is required to join KSTAR STUDIOS. We offer beginner-level classes and support students as they progress through our classes and teams. Prior dance experience is required for our advanced and elite teams

  • Yes! From 2026, KSTAR will now offer free trials. Free trials are only available for our studio classes & not applicable for our Advance/Elite Comp Teams, Pop-Up Classes and Workshops.

    To enquire about a free trial, email us kstarstudiosonline@gmail.com

  • Our classes are structured by both age group and level. Age groups serve as a general guide to help students train and grow alongside others of a similar age, while still being encouraged to choose classes that challenge and support their individual development. Students are encouraged to remain within their age category to make the most of their time training in each division. This also supports long-term progression and helps ensure a smoother transition into competition teams, particularly when considering age limits for crews in the future. 

    • Preschool Hip Hop (3-4yrs)

    • Minis (5-6yrs)

    • Kids (6-7yrs)

    • Junior (8-10yrs) & (10-12yrs)

    • Teens/Varsity (13-18yrs)

    • Open (Open to All Ages)

    • Adults (18yrs +)

General

Classes & Timetable

  • Classes run from Monday-Friday. Our studio operating hours are 4:00-9:15pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

    Wednesday operating hours are from 6:00-9:15pm

    Our 2026 Timetable will be available soon!

  • Classes run from 30 minutes to 2hrs. 

    • 30 minutes: Preschool & Level 1 Breaking

    • 45 minutes: Minis & Junior Classes

    • 1hour: Junior Classes & Teens Classes

    • 1.25 hrs: Teens, Open, Competition Teams

    • 1.5hrs: Open, Competition Teams

    • 2hrs or more:  Competition Teams

  • Yes. students can attend multiple classes. We have expanded our timetable, so that students regularly training once a week can attend another class for extra training.

    We also offer Pop-Ups & Workshops throughout the Term which we encourage our students to make most of and attend.

  • Missed classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. Students are encouraged to attend their next class as normal. Teachers will help students catch up where possible, especially during showcase or performance preparation periods.

    If your child will miss a class please let our team know via message or email.

  • No classes are held during Public Holidays except the Tuesday November 3 (Melbourne Cup) as it is during our End of Year Showcase prep season.

    Classes are not held during the school holidays. Competition teams  generally train over school holiday periods approaching competitions.

     


Fees & Payments

Info coming soon

  • Performances are not compulsory. However, our studio classes are designed to work towards performance outcomes, including local shows and our mid-year and end-of-year showcases. Participating in performances is encouraged, as it helps students build confidence, celebrate their progress, and enjoy the achievements of their hard work

  • KSTAR STUDIOS holds two showcases each year. Our mid-year showcase highlights students’ progress and growth, while our end-of-year showcase celebrates their achievements and development throughout the year featuring epic production elements!

  • Our showcases have a compulsory fee per student per family.

    Mid Year Showcase: $25 per student or $40 per family

    End of Year Showcase: $45 per student or $60 per family

  • Beyond our showcases, the KSTAR family participates in performances throughout the year such as The Good Friday Appeal (Kids Day Out) at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre and The Melbourne Royal Show, with additional local opportunities as they arise. Competitions are also a key part of our studio, giving dancers the chance to challenge themselves and represent KSTAR. Paid gigs and performance opportunities may also become available during the year, particularly for teen and adult dancers.

Performances & Events

  • KSTAR STUDIOS offer competition teams from 8yrs old. Teams range from intermediate to advance/elite level.

  • Dancers are selected for competition teams based on skill, ability, behaviour, and commitment. Dancers typically begin in a studio class and then progress to a competition team. Crew directors may approach students from classes to join a team, and occasionally, KSTAR STUDIOS holds auditions for competition crews

  • Dancers from age 8 can join competition teams.Competition teams are organised in divisions & age categories- Students are advised to stay in their age group to make the most of their training and long-term progression with their team.

  • Intermediate competition dancers are required to commit to one class per week, while Advanced and Elite competition dancers commit to 2–3 classes per week. All competition dancers are expected to be flexible with their training schedule, particularly during school holidays and in the weeks leading up to competitions.

Competitions

  • A student may move up a level if they wish to be more challenged. Students and guardians can speak with Deanne or their class teacher for advice and guidance on whether moving up is appropriate. If ready, guardians are advised to notify Deanne in class or via email. Guardians can also enrol their child in the available next-level class directly through StudioLAB

  • Absolutely! Dancers can transition from recreational classes to competition with approval from Deanne. Students are usually selected by our staff or through an audition process if the studio holds one. If your child is interested in joining a competition team, please speak with or email Deanne during business hours or at the studio for guidance and next steps

  • What makes KSTAR truly special is that once you’re part of the KSTAR family, you’ll always be part of it. Our events, open classes, and pop-ups always welcome back alumni, because we believe dance is something that stays with you for life. We’re incredibly proud of the paths many of our past students have taken- some are pursuing dance teaching full-time or part-time, performing for or being hired to work for big names such as AFL x Snoop Dogg, AFL x KISS, Coldplay, Baker Boy, and more! Other achievements have included teaching at international dance camps, sharing their skills across Melbourne and Australia, and even representing Australia on the world stage at Red Bull Dance Your Style. We cherish the family we’ve built over the past 22 years and always love seeing familiar faces return!


  • Intermediate competition dancers are required to commit to one class per week, while Advanced and Elite competition dancers commit to 2–3 classes per week. All competition dancers are expected to be flexible with their training schedule, particularly during school holidays and in the weeks leading up to competitions.

Pathways & Progression

  • To help students focus and make the most progress during class, parents are not permitted inside the studios during classes, except for the last 5 minutes of the session. Exceptions are made at the start of the year/term for preschool students who may need some reassurance and encouragement from their parents

  • We recommend that parents drop off and pick up students only.

  •  If parents wish to stay, they must remain in the reception lounge and be mindful of noise that may distract classes. Parents of preschool and Minis students should stay in the reception lounge or nearby in the carpark in case their child needs them. Parents are also responsible for supervising any young children who are not participating in class

  • If you are running late to pick up your child, please call our business number. Students should wait in the reception area until collected—for safety no student is to wait in the car park

  • Ample parking is available in front of the studio and within the complex. Please do not park in front of neighbouring warehouse roller doors. If the complex is full, street parking is available on Eucumbene Drive.cription

Parents

Communications

  • You can reach us via our business number 0423670543 during business hours.

    Alternatively you may email us at kstarstudiosonline@gmail.com

  • Business Hours: 10:00-7:00pm

    Studio Operating Hours: 

    Monday, Tues, Thurs & Fri: 4:00-9:30pm

    Wednesdays: 6:00-9:30pm


  • Important updates are communicated via email and WhatsApp Group Chats. It is the responsibility of parents and guardians to regularly check their inbox and stay up to date with all KSTAR STUDIOS communications

  • Students wishing to cancel a class or withdraw must notify us in person and via email at kstarstudiosonline@gmail.com at least two weeks in advance. No refunds will be given. Students in competition teams are expected to commit for the entire year, and withdrawals from competition teams are not permitted

Behaviour & Code of Conduct

  • Students and parents are expected to follow all studio rules, instructions from teachers, and safety guidelines at all times. Disruptive behaviour, bullying, inappropriate language, or actions that interfere with the learning environment and our studio will not be tolerated. KSTAR STUDIOS is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and positive space for everyone, and we appreciate the cooperation of our dance community in upholding these standards.

    More info can be found in our updated Studio Policies & Terms and Conditions (coming soon).