About us

The Ballroom Company is a Perth-based dance school founded by Kristina Dimitriou, specialising in kids dance classes, School Learn to Dance programs, private dance lessons available for children and adults, as well as Workplace Dance Wellness programs.

Led by an accredited DanceSport Australia coach, our team delivers professional, inclusive and engaging instruction in a supportive environment. All instructors hold current Working with Children Checks.

With experience in teaching, performance and choreography, we combine technical excellence with a warm, encouraging approach. We believe dance is more than learning steps, it builds confidence, wellbeing, lifelong skills and meaningful connections through movement.

Meet the Founder & Director

A woman in a black dress and high heels sitting on a bench outdoors during sunset, framed by trees and with a car in the background.

Kristina Dimitriou is the Founder and Director of The Ballroom Company, a Perth dance school. Her love of dance at the age of seven through a primary school "Learn to Dance" program. She went on to complete all DanceSport medal levels before competing nationally and internationally, winning multiple State titles, the Australian Youth Latin Championship, Under-21 Latin and Ballroom titles in the United States, and becoming a finalist at the prestigious UK International Championships.

Her career has included professional performance, choreography, creative direction and teaching dancers of all ages and abilities. She has delivered dance programs throughout Perth for schools, community groups and private students.

An accredited coach with DanceSport Australia and qualified in Community Coaching through the Australian Sports Commission, Kristina founded The Ballroom Company to create a welcoming environment where people can build confidence, develop lifelong skills, improve wellbeing and experience the joy of dance.

Testimonials

  • "Kristina's skill as a dancer is matched only by her ability to teach with clarity, patience, and enthusiasm. She has a wonderful way of engaging every student, even those who are initially reluctant, and creates a fun, supportive environment where everyone feels confident to try their best. All of our students look forward to Kristina's dance lessons each week, and we feel so fortunate to have her!"

    -Lee Taner, Deputy Principal West Balcatta Primary School

  • “My son attended ballroom dancing classes with Kristina.  She was extremely patient, took the time to work with him and the results were tremendous”

    - Zoran, Father of student

  • “Kristina’s ballroom dance classes were a success! Her engaging teaching style and infectious enthusiasm created an inviting atmosphere where every student felt comfortable and eager to participate. It was great to see how quickly the kids developed confidence and a genuine interest in dance, all while having fun. Highly recommend her for any young dancers!”

    - Annette D, Special Needs Education Assistant

  • "Kristina brings such a positive energy to every lesson and has a natural ability to connect with students of all abilities. She creates a welcoming and inclusive environment where students feel comfortable to participate, take risks and enjoy themselves. Kristina’s clear instruction, patience and encouragement help students build both their skills and confidence in dance. Our Year 6 students always looked forward to her sessions and benefited greatly from her engaging and supportive approach."

    - Jasmine Charraz, Year 6 Classroom Teacher

  • “Kristina Dimitriou delivered an energetic and engaging dance experience for our Year 6 students. She demonstrated great enthusiasm, professionalism, and skill while guiding students patiently through salsa steps in a fun, age-appropriate, and accessible manner. Her expertise brought a new level of excitement to dance learning and enhanced our ballroom dancing program for the Year 6 graduation. Learning from an expert boosted students’ confidence, coordination, and enjoyment, making the overall experience both memorable and motivating. I highly recommend Kristina for school-based dance programs seeking to make learning vibrant and inspiring.”

    - Deb Andrews, Eden Hill Primary Dance Teacher

  • “Kristina, taught my daughter varies dances through school. She was extremely professional and engaging with all the children making them feel comfortable with their own abilities. Her passion for ballroom was evident and my daughter impressed me with the skills she learnt in such a short time. I highly recommend Kristina!”

    - Michelle, Mum of student

  • Kristina was so supportive and passionate about her dance classes, helping every student grow in confidence and skill. My child found the classes fun and entertaining. Highly recommend Kristina and her team’s dance classes!

    Lynette, Mum of student