PERTH 27-28TH FEBRUARY 2026 | PERTH CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE

WESTERN AUSTRALIA'S NEWEST DANCE INDUSTRY EVENT

IGNITING LEADERS. INSPIRING DANCERS

LEARN. LEAD. LEVEL UP.
The 2-day industry event for dance business owners — built by dance business owners.

Perth, WA — February 27-28TH 2026
Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

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AXIS Dance Collective: IGNITE 2026

THE ULTIMATE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EVENT FOR DANCE STUDIO OWNERS, TEACHERS, AND INDUSTRY LEADERS.

This is not another festival.
Not another trade show.
Absolutely not another workshop.


This is where real conversations, strategies, and systems come to life — giving you the tools and confidence to lead your dance business into its next level of success.

Built for the leaders of the dance industry.

If you run, lead, or drive a dance business — IGNITE26 is where you need to be.

Studio Owners & Directors ready to scale with strategy, not guesswork.

Teachers & Educators who want to expand their impact and leadership.

Industry Vendors & Innovators showcasing solutions for the modern studio.

Choreographers & Leaders seeking business clarity and connection.

OUR MISSION

AXIS Dance Collective exists to unite the art and business of dance under one powerful platform.

We connect studio owners, educators, dancers, and industry innovators through education, collaboration, and community. Our mission is to ignite growth, inspire artistry, and create a central hub where the future of dance is shaped together.

Community & Connection

We are stronger together.

By uniting studio owners, educators, dancers, and innovators, we create a supportive collective where collaboration replaces competition and lasting connections drive the industry forward.

Education & Growth

We believe knowledge fuels progress.

Through powerful learning experiences and practical strategies, we empower leaders and dancers to evolve, scale, and thrive in every aspect of their journey.

Innovation & Impact

The future of dance belongs to those who embrace bold ideas and make them count. We value fresh thinking, transformative strategies, and meaningful action that leaves a lasting mark on the industry.

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TWO DAYS .

ENDLESS TAKEAWAYS.

Across two powerhouse days, you will gain strategies from the industry’s leading business minds, discover cutting-edge studio tech, and dive into sessions on marketing, enrolments, systems, and leadership.

Connect with vendors, mentors, and peers who park collaboration and growth side by side — walking away energised, informed, and equipped to take your studio and leadership to the next level.

YOUR INDUSTRY EXPERTS

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BUSINESS AND LEADERSHIP

KELLY GROVES

DANCE BUSINESS STRATEGIST

AND CONSULTANT

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CREATIVE AND INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS

MORGAN HOLT-MCKEAN

THE DANCE CRUISE CO

LOUISE WILKINSON

COSTUME BUYERS CLUB

ALEX DUNLOP

BABY BALLET AUSTRALIA

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

AMY WISEMAN

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
AUSDANCEWA

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COMPLIANCE AND SAFETY

AMY CHRISTOPHERSON

GROUNDED HR

DANCESURANCE

COMPLIANCE EXPERT

(LEGAL)

STUDENT HEALTH AND WELLNESS

SHONA ERSKINE

SPECIALISED DANCE PSYCHOLOGIST

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