Mulan performing arts academy
Who We Are
Mulan Performing Arts Academy
is a performing arts school dedicated to dance education and is a branch of Jinhan Dance Academy, established in 2008.
Specialising in Chinese dance and supported by contemporary training, we offer structured programs for children, teens, and adults.
Based in Melbourne’s Bayside area, we are committed to long-term, professional dance education.
What do we teach?
Chinese Dance is at the heart of our teaching.
We also celebrate Chinese traditional arts and culture, while offering a range of popular dance styles from around the world.
Chinese Han and Tang Dynasty Dance
Han–Tang Dance is a distinctive school within Chinese classical dance, rooted in the music and dance culture of the Han and Tang dynasties, and developed through the reconstruction of historical imagery to revive the aesthetic spirit of early imperial China.
Face-changing
Bian Lian is a signature art of Sichuan Opera, where performers change facial masks in an instant to express sudden shifts in emotion. Key techniques include face wiping, face blowing, mask pulling (revealing), and breath-controlled face-changing. Combining dance, music, and technical mastery, it is celebrated as a living form of intangible cultural heritage.
Fitness / Line dance
They provide full-body and mind benefits—improving cardiovascular health, strength, coordination, and burning calories—while reducing stress, boosting confidence, and fostering social connections. Suitable for all ages.
Chinese Classic Dance
Chinese Classical Dance is an independent and comprehensive dance form that integrates traditional Chinese opera and martial arts with a structured ballet-based training system, emphasising the unity of inner spirit and physical form.
Shaolin Kung Fu
Shaolin Kung Fu is a unique martial arts system from the Shaolin Temple in Mount Song, Henan, centered on the philosophy of Chan–Wu unity (integration of Zen and martial practice). Combining unarmed techniques, weapons, and Qigong, it is not only a combat art but also a treasured intangible cultural heritage of China, renowned for its skill and tradition.
K-Pop dance
K-POP Dance is choreographed to Korean pop music (K-pop) and features highly synchronized movements, dynamic formations, and a fusion of diverse dance styles such as hip-hop and jazz. It also includes memorable signature moves (Point Dance), emphasizing visual impact, expression, and stage presence.
Chinese folk dance
Chinese Folk Dance encompasses the diverse dance traditions of China’s ethnic groups and Han folk communities, shaped by regional customs and daily life, and expressing the cultural vitality and collective spirit of the people.
Lion Dance
Lion Dance is a traditional Chinese folk performance in which two performers animate a lion costume, combining martial arts, dance, and music. Accompanied by drums and gongs, it is performed at Lunar New Year, grand openings, and other festive occasions to ward off evil and bring good fortune.
Yoga/Vinyasa
Yoga combines physical postures, breathing, and meditation to support mind–body well-being. Vinyasa Yoga is a dynamic style that links poses in a smooth flow, synchronizing breath and movement to build strength, flexibility, and focus.
Classes for All Ages
Our classes are open to students of all ages.
Children
Creative and structured dance classes designed to nurture coordination, confidence, and a love for movement from an early age.
Adults
Classes for adults of all levels, focusing on technique, expression, physical wellbeing, and personal growth through dance.
Seniors
Gentle and accessible classes for older adults, supporting mobility, balance, health, and social connection through movement.
Our Teaching Team
Passion Dedicated Skilled
Our teaching team consists of professionally trained graduates from leading dance academies in China. With strong technical foundations and extensive teaching experience, our teachers are deeply committed to careful, student-focused instruction.
They specialise in Chinese dance, with particular expertise in dance techniques and tumbling skills, focusing on correct alignment, strength, flexibility, and safe training practices to support each student’s confident and sustainable development.
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Contact Us
Address
3/27 Beaumaris Parade Ave, Highett VIC3190
Contact
0410303259
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
9:00 am – 8:30 pm
Saturday
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday
9:00 am – 8:00 pm