
Welcome to Juan Rando Dance Academy, a studio focused on achieving exceptional standards of dance. We believe in nurturing creativity, artistic and technical development, and offer a warm and positive environment to foster the growth that all dancers want and need. Reach out today to learn more about the classes we offer and how to get involved.
Australia's 2nd longest running vernacular dance academy, and still Perth's biggest community.
The first classes @ JRDA were held in 1995, with Juan Rando taking over as principal in 1998.
Being successful for this long, demands a deep passion and commitment to teaching dance.
Juan Rando hold his staff to a high technical standard, and requires all staff to complete professional development.
Many of our staff are full time teachers with decades of experience and knowledge for those looking for a complete dance education.
Extensive , multi-leveled classes.
A commitment to ensuring students understand material thoroughly before progressing, making for as satisfying as possible, experience for all.
- First Argentine Tango Academy in Perth and still the biggest. Tango is Juan's first love and remains a core element of JRDA.
- Salsa Casino (Cuban Style). - Juan introduced the style not just to Perth, but was the first to teach this style in Australia after training in Miami extensively in the 90s.
- West Coast Swing - The third foundational style of JRDA, and still Perth's largest West Coast Swing community.
- Bachata - introduced by JRDA in 2002.
- Mambo - Teaching since 2003
- Kizomba - Welcomed and encouraged the first Kizomba teachers in Perth and continue that passion since then.
- Perth's first Zouk school since 2007.