Movement Zone

Movement Zone is a leading rural performing arts studio in Central Victoria, with over 27 years of experience inspiring movement, creativity, and connection.

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We offer a diverse range of dance and performing arts programs, including Hip Hop, breaking, funk, contemporary, commercial dance, classical ballet, musical theatre, and Dance Movement Therapy programs that support wellbeing, self-expression, and personal growth.

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Our classes welcome people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to move, learn, connect, and thrive. Through dance, mentorship, and creative expression, we aim to build confidence, nurture talent, encourage participation, and strengthen community connections.

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At Movement Zone, we believe movement has the power to inspire change, foster belonging, and positively impact lives. We are passionate about making performing arts accessible to regional communities and creating opportunities for people to discover their potential, celebrate diversity, and experience the joy of movement.

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Our Vision

To engage, empower, and ignite passion in people of all ages throughout regional Victoria through movement, creativity, and connection.

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Our Commitment

We invest in our community by championing inclusive participation, supporting wellbeing, fostering mentorship, and celebrating the diversity and individuality of every person who walks through our doors.

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“Movement Zone aims to engage, empower, and ignite passion in people of all ages throughout regional Victoria. We invest in our community by supporting inclusive participation through movement and mentorship, while celebrating diversity.”

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— Sarah (Sas) Cook, Director and Founder.

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Meet Our Founder & Creative Director, Sas Cook

Sarah (Sas) Cook is an award-winning dance professional, educator, choreographer, and community arts leader with more than 25 years of experience across performing arts, youth work, and community development.

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Sas has dedicated her career to using movement and creative expression to inspire, empower, and connect people of all ages and abilities. Throughout Australia, she has developed and delivered performances and creative programs for schools, youth organisations, and large-scale community events, reaching thousands of young people.

Her diverse professional experience spans musical theatre, music videos, film, television, choreography, and community performance. Sas has also collaborated with Indigenous communities in The Kimberley, helping bring Dreamtime stories to life through dance at Croc Festivals, celebrating culture, storytelling, and connection through movement.

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In 1999, Sas founded Movement Zone, driven by a vision to make dance and the performing arts accessible, engaging, and inclusive for regional communities. She later expanded this vision through XtremeInc Youth Projects, creating opportunities for young people to explore their creativity, develop new skills, and build confidence through activities including parkour, skateboarding, BMX, street art, DJing, and more.

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Her passion for lifelong participation, inclusion, and wellbeing also inspired the creation of Silver Tops Groove Therapy — an inclusive movement program bringing older adults of all abilities together through music, movement, and connection. The program celebrates the joy of movement while fostering social connection, supporting wellbeing, and creating opportunities for people to stay active, engaged, and connected to their community.

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Sas’s work is grounded in a deep belief that movement can do more than develop physical skills. It can build confidence, support wellbeing, strengthen relationships, celebrate individuality, and transform lives. Through her leadership, she continues to champion inclusive participation, youth empowerment, creative opportunity, and stronger regional communities.

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Awards & Recognition

• Winner Parks Victoria Regional Achiever Award (2012)

• Finalist – Sally Isaac Memorial Award

• 2021 Business Awards winner in Creative Industries and Accessibility​

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Qualifications & Professional Development

• Diploma of Dance Teaching & Management 

• Diploma of Dance Movement Therapy

• Certificate IV in Youth Work

• Certificate III and IV in Fitness

• Child Safe Teacher Accreditation

• Youth Mental Health training – Live4Life

• LGBTQIA+ Inclusion Training

• First Aid and CPR certified

• Member of Ausdance Australia

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Sas’s vision continues to shape Movement Zone’s purpose: to engage, empower, and ignite passion through movement, creativity, and connection, creating opportunities for every person to feel welcome, valued, and inspired.

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