For 25 years, Raw Energy Dance Education has been inspiring the next generation to get active through dance, delivering curriculum aligned and extra-curricular dance programs in schools across Australia.
Where it all began…
Raw Energy Dance (REDed) was established in 1999 by Dale Pope in Sydney, with Dale the sole program facilitator and business operator. Dale’s mission was to engage students in a positive dance experience that connects students to their peers, and promotes creativity, physical and mental health benefits.
“Turning the lights on in little people to become AWESOME big people”
REDed’s curriculum aligned dance programs and online teacher resources provide accessible and inclusive lessons for schools that meet requirements and make documentation straightforward for staff. This ensures more focus on the students’ dance journey; they will be challenged and inspired, and grow in confidence through movement.
REDed’s extra-curricular programs provide a nurturing environment for students to extend their dance skillset. These programs build flourishing dance communities in schools, supporting the arts and the school’s profile in the wider community.
The REDed Journey
In 2023, REDed officially joined the Australian School of Performing Arts (ASPA) family. Prior to this, REDed has provided choreography to The Australian Girls Choir and ASPA Education for 25 years. REDed now operates with a growing team of talented instructors and offers programs in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.
REDed has also worked with leading organisations and personalities including charity partner Girls from Oz, ImagiNATION, P&O Cruises and Bindi Irwin. Learn more about Our Community here.
Just because it`s the school holidays doesn`t mean you have to stop dancing 🌟🎵!
One of the most fun things you can get up to with friends during the break, is making up a dance routine of your own! Find a friend and get grooving, but don`t forget to warm up first!
Check out this short sneak peak with some fun warm up stretches. You can find more warm up videos like this on our website! Happy Holiday Dancing 🕺
Apr 16
Why REDed? ❤️🌟
Well, we can think of a few reasons! But we think one of the best things about REDed is the way we turn the lights on in little people! 💡
As Head REDed Dale points out, we also use Space, Time, Dynamics and Relationships throughout our routines and activities to create interesting pieces, particularly in our Curricular Programs!
Head to our website to learn more about our updates to Curricular Programs in 2025! Link in bio ✨
Apr 13
Our Instructors are full of tips and tricks to help you nail a routine, calm your nerves, and perfect your technique! So, we asked them for some of their `Top Tips` to share with all of you! 👯
Check out this brilliant tip from Instructor Laura that will help you memorise choreography in a flash! Have a go at this the next time you are working on a routine ✨❤️
Apr 11
