About
Established 1942 · Proudly Serving Western Australia
Founded
in 1942
Founded in 1942 by Mickey Powell, the ADS has been a driving force within the dance industry for over 80 years, continuing today in its important work as a Society to foster and encourage Australian dance.
The ADS was a foundation member of The Australian Dancing Board and was instrumental in the formation of DanceSport Australia (DSA). Beginning as a Victorian organisation, a national structure with state-based branches was implemented during the 1980s.
The ADS has enriched the lives of many by providing a pathway from recreational to amateur and professional accreditation and competitive dancing — including an extensive dance syllabus, examination range and locally and nationally conducted championships.
1942
Year founded
1980s
National structure
30+
Events / year
Over 80 Years of DanceSport
"Fostering Excellence in Australian Dance"
Vision
ADS WA aspires to be the leading DanceSport society in Western Australia, delivering world-class events, fostering community engagement, and promoting excellence in dance education and competition.
Mission
To enrich lives through dance by providing opportunities for social, grassroots and competitive dancers alike, supporting studios, and hosting prestigious events such as the ADS Night of Stars National DanceSport Championships.
Values
Excellence
Integrity
Inclusivity
Innovation
Community
The People
Behind ADS WA
Damon Sugden
Le'Ann Linnenbank
Shelley Rogers
Rochelle de Ruyter
Our National
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