About Us

Welcome to the Gungahlin Dance Academy (GDA). The Gungahlin Dance Academy is Gungahlin's premier dance school.  GDA offers the highest standard of dance training in a positive and friendly environment.

Founded and owned by dancer/choreographer Jo McKinley, the Gungahlin Dance Academy's philosophy is to provide a positive and exciting learning environment where dancers can have fun, receive top class technical instruction and experience the incredible art of dance. GDA encourages dancers to take the disciplines of dance into their everyday lives, helping to build self-confidence, good self-esteem and a desire to succeed.

Every day at the Gungahlin Dance Academy is a new experience, where one never stops learning! We provide a safe dance environment in superior dance studios where students are able to develop their dance skills at their own pace. The Gungahlin Dance Academy offers a variety of dance instruction for all ages and all levels of ability.

The Gungahlin Dance Academy offers examinations in RAD classical ballet, performance work, concerts and displays and private tuition.

There are many exciting opportunities dancers will experience at the Gungahlin Dance Academy. Continuing to grow with the industry, GDA will ensure that each of its dancers dive into and enjoy the exciting world of dance.