Who are we?
- CODE stands for Centre of Dance & Exercise, and that is exactly who we are! As a dance academy, we eat, breathe and live dance
- With our origins in East Bentleigh, we at CODE have established ourselves as a one-stop-shop dance studio for all things dance, with dance classes in a range of styles for all school ages, in a variety of streams to suit every dancer
- With two amazing purpose-built dance studios in Oakleigh and Mordialloc, we're bringing that same dedicated dance attitude to even more of you!
What do we stand for?
- Inclusion. Our students and families are our CODE family, where everyone is welcomed and valued
- Premier dance technique and training. We value each dancer being the best they can be, through leading training from experienced dance teachers
- Individual Development. We understand the individual needs of each dancer and support them in reaching their goals


Meet the Team!

Bec Abelman
Bec has been dancing since she was four, completing ATOD examinations in Ballet, Jazz and Tap and excelling in many competitions, performances and eisteddfods. After her schooling, Bec participated in the premiere KCDC Contemporary Dance Program i...
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Meshie Bargil
Meshie has been dancing for over 15 years and has trained in various styles including Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop and Ballet. She has completed her Certificate II in dance and has been involved in CODE’s teacher training program for the p...
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Tara Almeida
Tara has been dancing since the age of 7 and has trained in multiple styles including Jazz, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary and Ballet. She has competed in both groups and solos at multiple competitions, including travelling to Que...
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Tiahna Esteves
Tiahna has been dancing for fifteen years and has been trained in many dance styles including Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip- Hop, Lyrical and Contemporary. From a very young age, Tiahna has been competing as a soloist and troupe member receiving many top...
Meet the Team!CHOOSE A CLASS THAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU!
Recreational Dance Classes
These classes are for students who wish to dance purely for fun and fitness!
Competition Crew Classes
For committed students who wish to train more intensely and participate in troupe competitions and performances throughout the year.
Codette Dance Program (Soloists)
For dedicated students who wish to represent CODE in solo/duo/trio performances and competitions throughout the year.
Already a member of our CODE Family? Click here to access our current students' portal!
SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!
CODE Oakleigh Dance Studio:
24 Portman St
Oakleigh 3166
CODE Mordialloc Dance Studio:
6/272 Lower Dandenong Road
Mordialloc 3195
Contact us:
Staffed hours in January
Interested in dance classes but want to know more? Browsed the website but have some questions? Want to check out the studio and meet our teachers in person?
Come on down during staffed times in January and get a tour of the studio, ask any questions you might have and get any other information.
Staffed hours in January are as follows:
Oakleigh
- Monday 17th and 24th January - 5:00-7:00pm
- Friday 21st and 28th January - 10:00-12:00pm
Mordialloc
- Tuesday 18th and 25th January - 9:00-11:00am
Otherwise, feel free to give us a call, submit a contact form or send us an email with any questions.