Dance classes for kids · Dural & the Hills District · Ages 2.5+
There's a version of your child that only shows up when they've found their happy place.
There's a version of your child that only shows up when they've found their happy place.
For hundreds of Hills District kids, The Hills Dance Factory is exactly that. Come and find out if it's yours.
Trusted by families for 20+ years
Dance classes for kids · Dural & the Hills District
There's a version of your child that only shows up when they've found their happy place.
For hundreds of Hills District kids, The Hills Dance Factory is exactly that. Come and find out if it's yours.
Trusted by families for 20+ years
Does this sound familiar?
You've been thinking about dance classes for a while now. Maybe your daughter twirls around the kitchen and you wonder if she'd love it. Maybe your son watches YouTube videos of hip hop and you think, he's actually got something there.
But then the questions start. Is she old enough? What if she's too shy? What if he hates it after one lesson and I've already paid a term upfront? What if I pick the wrong studio and she misses out on finding her thing?
You just want them to have something that's theirs. A place they belong, a skill they're proud of, and a reason to get off the couch that they actually want to do.
You want them to find their happy place. That's exactly what we're here for.
What we deliver
More than just a dance class. A place they grow into.
Every family who walks through our doors in Dural gets the same thing: a studio where kids are genuinely known, genuinely encouraged, and genuinely challenged, at whatever level they're at.
Real confidence, week by week.
The shy kid who hides behind Mum at the first class? Give it a term and watch what happens. Give it years and you will be glad you chose dance.
We've seen it hundreds of times across Castle Hill, Kellyville, and the Hills District.
A skill they can see growing.
There's nothing quite like watching your child do something they couldn't do three months ago. Nothing makes it more real than the end of year concert, when you see everything they've been working on performed under lights on a proper stage. More than one parent has been caught completely off guard by what their child is capable of.
Community.
We've been part of the Hills District community since 2004. Teachers know your child's name. Other dance parents become your people. That's not marketing, it's just how it works here.
Dance together, friends forever.
Dance creates bonds that last well beyond the studio. Kids make their best friends here. The kind who show up for each other - always.
What we deliver
More than just a dance class. A place they grow into.
Every family who walks through our doors in Dural gets the same thing: a studio where kids are genuinely known, genuinely encouraged, and genuinely challenged, at whatever level they're at.
Real confidence, week by week.
The shy kid who hides behind Mum at the first class? Give it a term and watch what happens. Give it years and you will be glad you chose dance.
We've seen it hundreds of times across Castle Hill, Kellyville, and the Hills District.
A skill they can see growing.
There's nothing quite like watching your child do something they couldn't do three months ago. Nothing makes it more real than the end of year concert, when you see everything they've been working on performed under lights on a proper stage. More than one parent has been caught completely off guard by what their child is capable of.
Community.
We've been part of the Hills District community since 2004. Teachers know your child's name. Other dance parents become your people. That's not marketing, it's just how it works here.
Dance together, friends forever.
Dance creates bonds that last well beyond the studio. Kids make their best friends here. The kind who show up for each other - always.
What we deliver
More than just a dance class. A place they grow into.
Every family who walks through our doors in Dural gets the same thing: a studio where kids are genuinely known, genuinely encouraged, and genuinely challenged, at whatever level they're at.
Real confidence, week by week.
The shy kid who hides behind Mum at the first class? Give it a term and watch what happens. Give it years and you will be glad you chose dance.
We've seen it hundreds of times across Castle Hill, Kellyville, and the Hills District.
A skill they can see growing.
There's nothing quite like watching your child do something they couldn't do three months ago. Nothing makes it more real than the end of year concert, when you see everything they've been working on performed under lights on a proper stage. More than one parent has been caught completely off guard by what their child is capable of.
Community.
We've been part of the Hills District community since 2004. Teachers know your child's name. Other dance parents become your people. That's not marketing, it's just how it works here.
Dance together, friends forever.
Dance creates bonds that last well beyond the studio. Kids make their best friends here. The kind who show up for each other - always.
Programs & Pathways
Something for every child. Every age. Every level.
Whether your little one is taking their first tentative steps onto the dance floor or your teenager is ready to compete, we have a clear pathway from first class to standing ovation.
Nina Lowe
"I was lucky enough to grow up at school that not only inspired my choice of a career in dance, but encouraged me to follow my passion. I’m now training in London, none of which would be possible without HDF"
Programs & Pathways
Something for every child. Every age. Every level.
Whether your little one is taking their first tentative steps onto the dance floor or your teenager is ready to compete, we have a clear pathway from first class to standing ovation.
Nina Lowe
"I was lucky enough to grow up at school that not only inspired my choice of a career in dance, but encouraged me to follow my passion. I’m now training in London, none of which would be possible without HDF"
Programs & Pathways
Something for every child. Every age. Every level.
Whether your little one is taking their first tentative steps onto the dance floor or your teenager is ready to compete, we have a clear pathway from first class to standing ovation.
Nina Lowe
"I was lucky enough to grow up at school that not only inspired my choice of a career in dance, but encouraged me to follow my passion. I’m now training in London, none of which would be possible without HDF"
Getting Started
From curious about dance, to enrolled in three easy steps.
We would love the chance to talk you through our options
Getting Started
From curious about dance, to enrolled in three easy steps.
We would love the chance to talk you through our options
Getting Started
From curious about dance, to enrolled in three easy steps.
We would love the chance to talk you through our options
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Book your Free trial class.
Book your Free trial class.
Book your Free trial class.
Fill in a quick form below — or give us a call. Tell us your child's age and what they're interested in, and we'll match them to the right class.
Fill in a quick form below — or give us a call. Tell us your child's age and what they're interested in, and we'll match them to the right class.
Fill in a quick form below — or give us a call. Tell us your child's age and what they're interested in, and we'll match them to the right class.
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Come in and try a class.
Come in and try a class.
Come in and try a class.
Your child joins a class at no cost. No pressure, no commitment. First timers are welcomed properly — they won't just be dropped in and left to figure it out.
Your child joins a class at no cost. No pressure, no commitment. First timers are welcomed properly — they won't just be dropped in and left to figure it out.
Your child joins a class at no cost. No pressure, no commitment. First timers are welcomed properly — they won't just be dropped in and left to figure it out.
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See how they feel & enrol when you're ready.
See how they feel & enrol when you're ready.
See how they feel & enrol when you're ready.
Most kids don't want to leave. Some need a second session to find their feet — and that's completely fine. We'll help you work out what's right for your child.
Once you're both happy, enrol for the term. Fees are clear, straightforward, and structured to work for Hills District families — no nasty surprises.
Most kids don't want to leave. Some need a second session to find their feet — and that's completely fine. We'll help you work out what's right for your child.
Once you're both happy, enrol for the term. Fees are clear, straightforward, and structured to work for Hills District families — no nasty surprises.
Most kids don't want to leave. Some need a second session to find their feet — and that's completely fine. We'll help you work out what's right for your child.
Once you're both happy, enrol for the term. Fees are clear, straightforward, and structured to work for Hills District families — no nasty surprises.
20+
Years serving the Hills District
4.9 Star
Google rating
Ages 2.5+
All levels welcome
$0.00
Free trial classes available
Meet your teachers
Your child will be in very good hands
Two decades of teaching kids in the Hills District has taught us one thing: the relationship between a child and their teacher is everything. Meet the people your child will come home talking about.
Meet your teachers
Your child will be in very good hands
Two decades of teaching kids in the Hills District has taught us one thing: the relationship between a child and their teacher is everything. Meet the people your child will come home talking about.
Meet your teachers
Your child will be in very good hands
Two decades of teaching kids in the Hills District has taught us one thing: the relationship between a child and their teacher is everything. Meet the people your child will come home talking about.
Gabriela Koumantakis founded HDF in 2004 because she'd spent years teaching across Sydney studios and knew exactly what she'd do differently. So she built something the Hills District didn't yet have, a studio where every child genuinely belongs. Twenty-two years later, she's still here.
Gabriela Koumantakis
Founder & Principal
Gabriela Koumantakis
Founder & Principal
Bella Koumantakis
Jazz, Lyrical & Contemp
Jess Azzopardi
Ballet & Lyrical
Ben Zammit
Contemporary
Ben Zammit
Contemporary
April Habkouk
Hip Hop
April Habkouk
Hip Hop
Aaron Nobel
Tap
Aaron Nobel
Tap
Ben Zammit
Contemporary
April Habkouk
Hip Hop
Aaron Nobel
Tap
Maya Leiva
Jazz & Musical Theatre
Emma Tavoletti
Acrobatics
Your questions answered
Frequently asked questions.
We get it. Here are the questions we hear most often from Hills District families — and our honest answers.
Do trial classes cost anything?
Are we locked in by taking part in the trial class?
My child is a little shy. Will they be okay in a group class?
Are your teachers qualified?
What makes HDF different to other studios?
Why are the monthly fees always the same even during school holiday months?
Your questions answered
Frequently asked questions.
We get it. Here are the questions we hear most often from Hills District families — and our honest answers.
Do trial classes cost anything?
Are we locked in by taking part in the trial class?
My child is a little shy. Will they be okay in a group class?
Are your teachers qualified?
What makes HDF different to other studios?
Why are the monthly fees always the same even during school holiday months?
Your questions answered
Frequently asked questions.
We get it. Here are the questions we hear most often from Hills District families — and our honest answers.
Do trial classes cost anything?
Are we locked in by taking part in the trial class?
My child is a little shy. Will they be okay in a group class?
Are your teachers qualified?
What makes HDF different to other studios?
Why are the monthly fees always the same even during school holiday months?
Local Families are saying
What our families have to say.
Don't take our word for it, here's what parents across Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, and Kellyville are telling us.
Great culture, fantastic teachers and an all round inclusive and safe space for young kids to learn and grow.
Ranisha Clarke
Kellyville
Our daughter absolutely loves it and we truly feel like we are part of the HDF family. It’s a place to learn and a place to grow!
Madona Habkouk
Glenorie
HDF is a second home to my daughters. Great place for them to learn about self confidence, performing skills and being part of a team.
Michele Johnston
Castle Hill
Wonderful highly skilled teachers that nurture and draws out the best in each dancer with inspired choreography.
Michele Cairns
West Pennant Hills
Great teachers, eisteddfod opportunities, fabulous concerts and a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We are super happy and would 100% recommend this dance school
Clare Daley
West Pennant Hills
The Hills Dance Factory has been an incredible place for my daughter to experience her first time doing dance.
Amanda Harris
Kenthurst
I was lucky enough to grow up at school that not only inspired my choice of a career in dance, but encouraged me to follow my passion. I’m now training in London, none of which would be possible without HDF
Nina Lowe
London, UK
Local Families are saying
What our families have to say.
Don't take our word for it, here's what parents across Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, and Kellyville are telling us.
Great culture, fantastic teachers and an all round inclusive and safe space for young kids to learn and grow.
Ranisha Clarke
Kellyville
Our daughter absolutely loves it and we truly feel like we are part of the HDF family. It’s a place to learn and a place to grow!
Madona Habkouk
Glenorie
HDF is a second home to my daughters. Great place for them to learn about self confidence, performing skills and being part of a team.
Michele Johnston
Castle Hill
Wonderful highly skilled teachers that nurture and draws out the best in each dancer with inspired choreography.
Michele Cairns
West Pennant Hills
Great teachers, eisteddfod opportunities, fabulous concerts and a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We are super happy and would 100% recommend this dance school
Clare Daley
West Pennant Hills
The Hills Dance Factory has been an incredible place for my daughter to experience her first time doing dance.
Amanda Harris
Kenthurst
I was lucky enough to grow up at school that not only inspired my choice of a career in dance, but encouraged me to follow my passion. I’m now training in London, none of which would be possible without HDF
Nina Lowe
London, UK
Local Families are saying
What our families have to say.
Don't take our word for it, here's what parents across Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, and Kellyville are telling us.
Great culture, fantastic teachers and an all round inclusive and safe space for young kids to learn and grow.
Ranisha Clarke
Kellyville
Our daughter absolutely loves it and we truly feel like we are part of the HDF family. It’s a place to learn and a place to grow!
Madona Habkouk
Glenorie
HDF is a second home to my daughters. Great place for them to learn about self confidence, performing skills and being part of a team.
Michele Johnston
Castle Hill
Wonderful highly skilled teachers that nurture and draws out the best in each dancer with inspired choreography.
Michele Cairns
West Pennant Hills
Great teachers, eisteddfod opportunities, fabulous concerts and a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We are super happy and would 100% recommend this dance school
Clare Daley
West Pennant Hills
The Hills Dance Factory has been an incredible place for my daughter to experience her first time doing dance.
Amanda Harris
Kenthurst
I was lucky enough to grow up at school that not only inspired my choice of a career in dance, but encouraged me to follow my passion. I’m now training in London, none of which would be possible without HDF
Nina Lowe
London, UK