elite program
Designed for young DANCE-performing arts students (AGES 7 - 18)
The Elite squad is for young dancers aged 7-18 years who are driven to achieve something special out of their dancing. It is an after school program training students in all styles of dance . We offer classes for all ages with a focus on technique, fitness, confidence , creativity and fun performing opportunities.
The program it designed for young students looking for a creativity outlet and well as dancers looking to achieve bigger goals and dreams of developing their talent.
Our Development courses produce a fully rounded performer instilled with confidence, artistic and athletic ability, that often drives further ambitions .
The squad names of our Elite Program are named after three Alumni students who completed this program and now have very successful careers in the performing arts industry both in Australia and overseas. We are so proud of the success that has come out of this program and we know students of the future will be proud to be part of these squads.
MacCorquodale Primary School – 7-10 years old
Scanlan, Yr 6/7/8 – 11-12 years old
Davis, Yr 8/9/10 – 13-15 years old
Dinardo, Yr 11/12 – 16-18 years old
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR 2026
course information
The Elite Program squads are a part time training schedule specifically designed for young performing arts students who have dreams of developing their talent to one day working in the entertainment industry.
This course acts as a bridge to the full- time Tertiary courses run by PSA. These include Tertiary Dance, Musical Theatre and Performing Arts, which are designed to create fully rounded performers and cover all bases needed in today’s industry, from every dance style to vocal coaching and acrobatics.
The courses take a performers knowledge and technique to a new and higher level of training. With an emphasis on positive reinforcement and encouragement we aim to build a dancer’s confidence as well as style and technique.
Each squad will also compete in at least one Eisteddfod as a troupe. We will announce at the beginning of each year which Eisteddfods we will be doing for the year so parents and students can lock in dates.
Students can also compete as soloists or as a duet. New solos/duos are generally taught in the term 1 holidays and weekly cleaning sessions are followed throughout the rest of the year. We have the best teachers offering their expertise and choreography to complement each dancer’s own facility and style.
Whilst we encourage the dancers to compete in Eisteddfods, this is not the main focus of the year. There is a mid-year showcase, end of year dance showcases and the possibility of other events throughout the year such as The Dance Cancer Initiative and VDF.
• MacCorquodale Primary School, 7-10 years of age
• Scanlan, YR 6/7/8, 11-12 years of age
• Davis, YR 8/9/10, 13-15 years of age
• Dinardo, YR 11/12, 16-18 years of age
* Ages are taken as of January 1st 2026.
Classes are split over 3 days:
• Dinardo: Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
• Scanlan & Davis: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
• MacCorquodale: Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
This provides every other day off during the week in order to avoid over training and burnout. Several different teachers cover 8 different classes, styles and techniques. One night a week is devoted to troupe work where the focus is on performance and team work, led by our directors Todd Patrick and Amanda Stone.
All other classes are focused on technique, strength and style.
The cost for the Davis and Dinardo Senior Elite Programs in 2026 is $6,615 per year.
In order to secure your position, a nonrefundable prepayment of $500 is due 14 days from receiving your acceptance. Please note this acceptance fee is part of the total annual fee of $6,615*.
The cost for the Scanlan Junior Elite Program in 2026 is $5,500 per year*. In order to secure your position, a non-refundable prepayment of $500 is due 14 days from receiving your acceptance. Please note this acceptance fee is part of the total annual fee of $5,500*.
The cost for the MacCorquodale Junior Elite Program in 2026 is $5,500 per year*. In order to secure your position, a non-refundable prepayment of $500 is due 14 days from receiving your acceptance. Please note this acceptance fee is part of the total annual fee of $5,500*.
Please note: Payment plans can be arranged at the start of the year.
Costumes are essential and required for Junior Elite Program competition troupes and showcase performances. Costumes are charged at $65 per costume for the year. You will invoiced for these in Term 1 and Term 3.
*Fees are subject to change.
ORIENTATION DAY January 27, 2026
TERM 1 January 27, 2026 April 2, 2026
TERM 2 April 20, 2026 June 26, 2026
TERM 3 July 13, 2026 September 18, 2026
TERM 4 October 5, 2026 December 18, 2026
These dates are subject to change.
Entry to Patrick School of the Arts is strictly by audition only. Students are selected on the basis of talent and their future potential to benefit from the training provided. Auditions are on Friday 24th October 2025 and private auditions can be requested all year round.
Applicants MUST complete an online enrolment form at www.psarts.com.au You will be required to upload a head shot.
PLACES ARE LIMITED FOR THE 2026 COURSE.
