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New Zealand Dance Arts Association

A community-based arts and movement platform for young people in Aotearoa.

Dance · Movement · Youth Development

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New Zealand Dance Arts Association

supports young people, educators, schools and local communities through accessible arts and movement programmes, structured assessment, teacher development and youth-focused opportunities.

International Faculty & Examiners

NZDAA's faculty draws from practitioners and educators across the international dance community.

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Emily Golding-Ellis

International Choreographer | Judge

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Pendu Fenix

Choreographer | Dance Educator | Movement Director 

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David K Bagley

International Choreographer | Master Educator

Assessment & Pathways

NZDAA is developing a structured assessment pathway for dancers, teachers, and studios. Register your interest now to be part of this developing framework.

About NZDAA

NZDAA is a professional association committed to raising standards and supporting the future of dance in New Zealand. We are building a staged, practical framework for membership, assessment pathways, and sector development.

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