DANCE . mOVE . cONNECT .
AUSTI’s Open studio program is a series of open classes designed for participants aged 18+, welcoming all abilities, bodies, and backgrounds. The program included a mix of community-based open level classes and pre-professional / professional level training, supporting a broad range of experiences and goals. Classes focus on ballet, contemporary dance and diverse movement practices that strengthen both physical capacity and mental wellbeing while fostering genuine community connection.
Delivered by leading movement artists,classes are held within a supportive and inclusive environment where individual learning styles, creativity, curiosity, and lived experience are respected and valued. The program focuses on building physical capability, embodied awareness, and mental resilience, empowering participants to move with confidence, efficiency, and self-belief while supporting lifelong movement practice and appreciation of dance.
KEY OBJECTIVES
Develop Physical Literacy, Strength and Safe Movement Skills
Support Confidence, Resilience and Positive Mental Wellbeing
Encourage Creativity, Collaboration and Respectful Connection
WHO IS IT FOR?
All movement lovers (aged 18+)
COST: 1.5 hour = $15 | 2 hour = $20 | 4 hour = $40
DATES: Ongoing, see below for schedule
TIMES: 10am, 12:30pm & 7pm
LOCATION: Illawarra Moving Arts Hub | 270 Lawrence Hargrave Drive Coalcliff NSW, 2508
This is a fundraising event. All proceeds go towards supporting AUSTI. Dance and Physical Theatre's developmental dance company's annual programs. We thank you kindly for your support!
SCHEDULE 2026
Saturday 2nd May 10am- 11:15am: Louisa Poletti | Mat Pilates
Thursday 7th May 10am - 11:30am: Hannah Brookes | Contemporary
Saturday 9th May 12:30pm - 2:30pm: Amber McCartney | Contemporary
Thursday 14th May 12:30pm - 2:30pm: Lucky Larty | Afro Contemporary
Saturday 16th May 10am - 11:30am: Lisa Maris McDonell | Ballet
Thursday 21st May 10am - 12pm: Hoyori Maruo | Contemporary
Saturday 23rd May 10am - 11:15am: Louisa Poletti | Mat Pilates
Thursday 28th May 7pm - 8:30pm: Lisa Maris McDonell | Ballet
Saturday 30th May 12:30pm -2pm: Hannah Brookes | Contemporary