Three young performers in matching sashes lift pink, yellow and purple lion heads high above their heads

For primary school-aged children

RaRa Lion Dance Training Program

A contemporary take on traditional lion dance, designed especially for primary school-aged kids. Children build strength, rhythm and confidence while discovering Chinese culture.

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Who: Primary school-aged children
Where: Sydney, NSWVenue: To be confirmed. Please enquire.
When: To be confirmed. Please enquire.
Fees: Please enquire for current fees
Places: Limited enrolment

What children learn

Strength, rhythm and confidence through play

Through lion dance, kids learn teamwork, creativity and resilience in an environment that is fun, supportive and inspiring.

Play-based learning
Games, group activities and performance practice are at the heart of every session.
Lion head & tail
Children learn both roles and how the head and tail move together as one lion.
Footwork & stances
Strong foundations: stretching, kicking, horse stance, bow stance and empty stance.
Drumming & cymbals
Simple drum beats, keeping a steady rhythm, and playing cymbals and gong with the drum.
Teamwork
Perseverance, effort and working together, with older students helping newer members.
Creative routines
Children bring their own ideas into routines, so every performance is uniquely theirs.
Grading
A structured grading system sets clear milestones in skill and confidence.
Family & community performances
Students share their progress with family, friends and the wider community.

Blue, white and pink lions pose beside a decorated Christmas tree, with a young performer peeking out beneath the white lion

Learning style

The best learning happens through play

Sessions are play-based, with games, group activities and performance practice at the core.
Children are encouraged to bring their own ideas into the routines.
The focus is always on enjoyment, curiosity and child-led growth.

Pink, blue, white and red lions crouch side by side on the paving of an outdoor plaza

Flexible commitment

Made for busy families

The main expectation is simply to attend practices when you can.
Rehearsals increase in the lead-up to performances, so the group is ready to perform as a team.
Every child develops at their own pace, with support to help them shine when they’re ready.

Grading

Pink Lion and Yellow Lion levels

Children progress through a structured grading system with clear milestones. Each grade builds foundations in strength, rhythm and performance ability. Twice a year, students showcase their progress in grading performances for family and friends, celebrating effort, growth and achievement.

Level 1

Pink Lion

Certificate of Basic Lion Dance

Foundations of movement: Stretching
Kicking
Horse stance
Bow stance
Empty stance
Lion dance basics: Tail
Head
Moving to the beat
Simple routine
Music: Learn simple drum beats
Keep a steady rhythm
Play cymbals with the drum
Focus: Develop a steady base while having fun
Demonstrate: Perseverance
Effort
Teamwork
Performance target: Perform a 10-minute routine as a tail, with basic head training
Perform as a cymbal or gong player

Level 2

Yellow Lion

Certificate of Performance Lion Dance

Intermediate movement: 5-step kung fu
Box jumps on a low platform
Cartwheels
Rolls
Lion dance experience: Head
Tail
Drum
Cymbal
Gong
Extra lion skills: Chasing tails
Licking tail
Dispensing flag
Dispensing lollies
Focus: Dancing on a low platform
Expression, creativity and entertaining audiences
Demonstrate: Leadership in teaching newer members
Teamwork
Performance target: Confidently perform as a lion head with expression
Perform as a drummer with expression