Dance Therapy Sydney – Beginner Dance Class at Universal Sydney
Dance Therapy is your weekly group therapy session in Darlinghurst, Sydney that uses music and movement to regulate your nervous system, shift your mood and connect you with a room full of Sydney queers who just get it. Designed for LGBTQ+ adults and allies who want to move their body, lift their mood, and feel genuinely connected midweek. Beginner-friendly, alcohol-free, no mirrors, no pressure to get it right. Most people come alone. Most people come back connected to community. Blending guided movement, iconic pop music, and low-pressure social energy to support your mental wellbeing during the work week.
No dance experience needed. No performance pressure. Just movement, music, and community.
What happens in each class:
Settle in and socialise
Gentle warm-up to release the tension of the day
Confidence-building strut
Easy-to-follow routine to iconic pop anthems
Connect with community
Dance Therapy is queer-inclusive, beginner-friendly, and designed to leave you feeling lighter than when you walked in. Many people come alone for the first time and find community on the dance floor.
Sessions run Thursdays, 6:30pm–8pm
At Universal Sydney,
85–91 Oxford St, Darlinghurst
$28 per session
PRE ORDER - Wear your Pride with this limited edition Dance Therapy Tshirt in Y2Gay neon colours. Large custom made design printed on the front of the shirt.
SYDNEY PICK UP IN PERSON ONLY - available for collection at the next Dance Therapy session once they're printed (to keep costs affordable the printing will take 7-10 business days + shipping). Printed in Australia. Please refer to size guide for Gildan Heavy Cotton Adult T-Shirt to ensure you get the best fit for you.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
Here's what we're dancing to in JULY 2026...
Thursday 2 July, 6:30pm–8pm
Dance Therapy - Slayyyter
Hyperpop, camp and full main character energy await at Dance Therapy.
Thursday 9 July, 6:30pm–8pm
Dance Therapy - Madonna
Dance Therapy continues with a Madonna themed session on Thursday July 9th to commemorate the release of her new album Confessions II. An icon, a legend, and exactly the kind of energy a Sydney queer dance floor deserves.
Thursday 16 July, 6:30pm–8pm
Dance Therapy - TLC
Dance Therapy goes full R&B with a TLC themed session on Thursday July 16th. Nostalgic, empowering and guaranteed to bring the energy to the dance floor.
Thursday 23 July, 6:30pm–8pm
Dance Therapy - Ariana Grande
Dance Therapy continues with an Ariana Grande themed session on Thursday July 23rd celebrating her upcoming album Petal. Pop perfection, vocal runs and a room full of Sydney queers fully committing to the moment.
New season dates dropping soon
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PAST SESSIONS
JUNE
PAST SESSIONS
Thursday 4 June, 6:30pm–8pm
Dance Therapy - KPop - KATSEYE
The classic format. Guided movement, pop music, and a room full of people who actually want to be there. A great first session if you haven't been before.
Thursday 11 June, 6:30pm–8pm
Dance Therapy - Britney
The classic format. Guided movement, pop music, and a room full of people who actually want to be there. A great first session if you haven't been before.
Thursday 18 June, 6:30pm–8pm
Dance Therapy - Nelly Furtado
The classic format. Guided movement, pop music, and a room full of people who actually want to be there. A great first session if you haven't been before.
Thursday 25 June, 6:30pm–8pm
Dance Therapy - 90’s Bangers
The classic format. Guided movement, pop music, and a room full of people who actually want to be there. A great first session if you haven't been before.
MAY
Thursday 21 May, 6:30pm–8pm
Dance Therapy - Britney Spears
The classic format. Guided movement, pop music, and a room full of people who actually want to be there. A great first session if you haven't been before.
Thursday 28 May, 6:30pm–9pm · Season finale
Kylie Night
We're ending the autumn season the only way that makes sense. A full Kylie Minogue session to close out autumn. Sessions have sold out this season. This is the last one until winter.
Dance Therapy – Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dance Therapy Sydney?
Dance Therapy is a weekly beginner dance class held in Sydney every Thursday evening, upstairs at Universal Sydney in Darlinghurst. It was created by Tribe Wellness, a PACFA-registered counselling and psychotherapy practice, to offer LGBTQ+ adults and allies a structured way to move their body, regulate their nervous system, and connect with community. Each session combines guided movement, pop music, and a relaxed nightclub setting. There are no performance expectations and no prior dance experience required.
Do I need dance experience to come?
No. Dance Therapy is built specifically for people who do not consider themselves dancers. Every routine is taught step by step, at a pace that works for the whole room. You can move at your own pace, take breaks whenever you need to, and participate in whatever way feels comfortable for your body. Most people who come for the first time say the same thing: they were nervous before they arrived and glad they came once they did.
Is Dance Therapy queer-friendly?
Yes. Dance Therapy was created for LGBTQ+ adults and allies, and is held in the heart of Sydney's queer precinct on Oxford Street in Darlinghurst. The space is deliberately low-pressure and free from the dynamics that can make mainstream fitness or nightlife environments feel unwelcoming. Tribe Wellness was founded by Josh Feeney, a PACFA-registered psychotherapist and longstanding member of Sydney's queer community.
Where is Dance Therapy held in Sydney?
Dance Therapy takes place Upstairs at Universal Sydney, located at 85-91 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010. Head straight to the back of the main bar and take the stairs on the right. The venue is close to public transport, with bus stops on Oxford Street and a short walk from Museum Station. Sessions run every Thursday from 6:30pm to 8pm.
How much does Dance Therapy cost?
Tickets are $28 per session. There are no memberships, packages, or ongoing commitments. You book and pay for each session individually via Humanitix. Sessions do sell out, so booking ahead is recommended. Tickets are available at events.humanitix.com/dance-therapy