Any Secondary School students wishing to be a member of the Eisteddfod/Troupe Performance Stream must:

• Commit to attending the schedule weekly class all year

• Commit to performing at all Eisteddfods the group is entered in during the year Eisteddfod dates will be announced when information is released. Some Eisteddfods release their dates six months in advance, others only two to four weeks before the event.

• Commit to performing at the College Co-curricular Dance Showcase and be available for all rehearsals during Showcase in Week 5 of Term 4.

• Register in and attend the compulsory  Supplementary Classes.

• Wear the full dance uniform to classes and Eisteddfods

• Check student / parent communication regularly for information regarding Eisteddfods and classes

• Advise the Dance Department of potential clashes of commitments as soon as possible

• Uphold the College values while participating in all Eisteddfods and classes

• Communicate with the Dance Department about any issues that may arise during the year

Additional Requirements for Eisteddfod Groups Only

• Attend the entire Eisteddfod Intensive Weekend: Dates to be advised.

• Keep their hired Eisteddfod costume in excellent condition all year and return by the due date after showcase

• Be available for lunchtime rehearsals when needed and prioritise these during the Eisteddfod season

The compulsory supplement classes for the Secondary School Performance Stream for 2026 are classes that supplement the dancers training by enhancing their safe dance practice and supporting them to reach their potential. 

Eisteddfod

Compulsory Technique Class - Returning in 2026!

All Secondary Eisteddfod Group Classes in 2026 will remain as 2 hours and will be inclusive of 30 minutes of Routine Technique. In addition to this all members must register for 1 x Technique Class a week. 

No exemptions will be granted for the Technique component regardless of external studio commitments. 

Troupe

Technique - Compulsory

The Troupe classes are focused on encouraging students to develop and master their style through the acquisition of competition routines. For Secondary Troupe students, it is compulsory to register in a Technique class. 

Additional 

There will be additional opportunities for students wanting to expand their dance schedule with Onstage Classes in 2026. Please review the class schedule when it is released. 

Secondary Pymble Dance Company: $1,250.00 per student (charged in Term 1) 

Secondary Eisteddfod Group Yearly enrolment fee (per group): $1,935.00 per student per group (charged in Term 1)

Secondary Hip Hop Crew Yearly enrolment fee (per group): $1,885.00 per student per group (charged in Term 1)

Inclusions: Performance Stream T-Shirt, Costume hire fee ($65.00), weekly lessons, Intensive Weekend, Eisteddfod entries, pre-season Dance Workshops and extra sessions required for Eisteddfods

Exclusions: 

• Australian Dance Festival Workshops and Show up to $300.00 charged in Term 3

• Optional Holiday Workshops and excursions

• Dance Uniform

• Dance Showcase Package Fee (Approximately $80.00 to $100.00)

• Side stage Compulsory Class

• Gold Coast Dance Tour TBC *Optional

Secondary Dance Troupe Group Yearly enrolment fee (per group): $1,250.00 per student per group (charged in Term 1)

Inclusions: Weekly lessons, Eisteddfod entry.

Exclusions: 

• Optional Holiday Workshops and excursions

• Dance Uniform

• Costume Cost (Approximately $100.00)

• Dance Showcase Package Fee (Approximately $100.00)

• Side stage Compulsory Technique Class 

Discount Scheme for Secondary Performance Stream - Side stage class discount

All students in Performance Stream will be eligible to receive the following discounts on one Side stage class.

Average full cost of one Side stage Class is $860.00

Students in 3 Selective Groups - 50% off one Side stage Class
Students in 2 Selective Groups - 40% off one Side stage Class
Students in 1 Selective Group - 30% off one Side stage Class
Performance Stream students in Year 12 HSC Dance - one Complimentary Side stage Class 

Unlimited Dance Class Package

Students enrolled in more than 9 hours per week (TBC) in the Co-curricular Dance Program will now be eligible for our Unlimited Class Package. Once a student reaches 9 hours of class registrations, any additional classes will be included at no extra cost.

Uniform

Singlet - $35.00
T-Shirt - $25.00
Claire Duo Shorts - $42.00
Tights - $42.00
* These items can be purchase from the College Shop

Track Pants - $50.00
Plain Vest - $85.00
Personalised - $110.00
* These items are ordered once a year through the Dance Office

Bloch Sox - $25.00 *limited stock

Other Expenses

Students musts have their own black Jazz shoes (Jazz only), costume hosiery (to be advised), hair and makeup accessories (bobby pins, hair spray etc.). Please note: prices listed for clothing and costumes are approximate, due to external factors.

Showcase Package Fee

Each student in the Dance Showcase will have a Showcase package fee which will include a Showcase T-Shirt and an online link to the video footage. The 2025 price for the Showcase package will be approximately $100.00 and will be charged in Term 3.

Eisteddfod Dance Classes - Compulsory

The Eisteddfod class is a weekly class taught by the Eisteddfod teacher. The structure of this class is to learn challenging routines for the Eisteddfod season and Dance Showcase and build strong teamwork skills within the group.

Dance Troupe Classes - Compulsory

The Performance class is a weekly class taught by the Performance teacher. The structure of this class is to learn routines for an Eisteddfod and Dance Showcase and build strong teamwork skills within the group.

2025 Eisteddfod Team Intensive Weekend

Dates: Friday 2 to Sunday 4 May

All Eisteddfod groups are required to attend a compulsory intensive weekend of workshops. The weekend will be held at the start of Term 2 and will include a variety of exciting workshops, as well as sessions dedicated to learning and polishing the 2024 Eisteddfod routines. Students may not be required for the full duration of the weekend and a full schedule will be released in Term 1, 2024.

Australian Dance Festival

Dates: TBC

Fee: approx. $300.00

https://www.australiandancefestival.com.au

The Secondary Eisteddfod Team will be attending the Australia Dance Festival at Homebush in September to participate in a series of workshops, competitions and a show.

Costumes - Eisteddfod Team

Students are required to hire their costumes for the year at a cost of $65.00 per student, per group (included in the yearly enrolment fee). At the end of the year, students who do not return all costume items in a satisfactory condition will be charged the full price of the costume (approx. $200.00 per costume). Costumes for each group will either be from the College costume stock, or new garments which will be ordered specifically for the groups theme of dance. Students may be required to source specific accessories.

Costumes - Dance Troupe 

The Dance Troupes will either hire their costumes from the College or purchase. If the group is hiring their costumes for the year it will be at a cost of $65.00 per student, per group. If the group is required to purchase their costume it will be at a cost of $120.00 per costume may be required to source specific accessories.