House of Heels

house of heels adult dance classes adelaide

House of Heels is ACPA’s signature adult heels program, built for dancers who want serious training, high-impact choreography, and next-level stage presence.

Classes blend technical drills, skills development, and conditioning with choreography-driven sessions, focusing on precision, power, musicality, & performance quality. Every session is designed to sharpen your craft and elevate your presence in heels.

 

With pathways from beginner to advanced, dancers can enter at any level and progress into stronger technique, bolder movement, and more polished performance.

 

Established in 2011, House of Heels has become one of Adelaide’s longest-running and most recognised heels programs. Led by Pep Rigano, Abby Rutter, and Ebony Rumsby, the program delivers industry-standard training with attitude, style, and edge.

house of heels class levels
the first floor

(Beginner Level)

Your entry point into the House.

First Floor is where dancers learn the foundations of heels technique, posture, balance, walks, turns, and essential skills. Classes focus on controlled drills, clean movement, and confidence in heels, alongside accessible choreography.

Perfect for first-time heels dancers or anyone wanting to lock in strong fundamentals.

 

Focus: Technique. Balance. Basics. Control.

The Loft

(Intermediate Level)

Where style meets substance.

The Loft builds on core technique and introduces more complex choreography, musicality, and performance quality. Classes push speed, stamina, and precision, with routines that demand presence and personality.

For dancers ready to level up their execution and command the room.

 

Focus: Flow. Musicality. Performance. Precision.

The Penthouse

(Advanced Level)

Top floor. No limits

The Penthouse is for experienced heels dancers ready for elite-level training. Expect high-impact choreography, advanced technique, performance polish, and demanding conditioning.

This is where artistry, athleticism, and attitude collide.

For dancers who want to operate at the highest level.

 

Focus: Power. Detail. Artistry. Elite Performance.

Meet the House of Heels team photo
Ebony - House of Heels

 

EBONY RUMSBY

First Floor | Foundations & Flow

First Floor is where dancers learn the foundations of heels technique, posture, balance, walks, turns, and essential skills. Classes focus on controlled drills, clean movement, and confidence in heels, alongside accessible choreography.

Perfect for first-time heels dancers or anyone wanting to lock in strong fundamentals.

 

First Floor Rule: Always bring the vibe 🔥

ABBY - hOUSE OF hEELS

 

ABBY RUTTER

The Loft & The Penthouse | Performance & Power

Abby is where technical excellence meets feminine strength.

After completing her Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts at ED5 International in Sydney, Abby returned to Adelaide and quickly became one of the city’s most respected heels trainers. With over 20 years of dance experience, her classes are known for their precision, polish, and performance quality.

For Abby, heels is about stepping fully into your power. She challenges dancers to refine their presence, sharpen their execution, and discover their own signature style.

 

The Loft Rule: Expect to be challenged. Expect to level up 😈

Pep - House of Heels

 

PEP RIGANO

The Penthouse | Elite Performance & Technique

Pep is the architect behind House of Heels.

Training students in heels since 2011, Pep specialises in elite-level performance, advanced technique, and high-impact drills. His international training in Los Angeles under industry leaders has shaped a demanding, results-driven approach that produces standout performers.

Passionate about empowering women and refining individuality, Pep focuses on bringing out what makes each dancer undeniable.

 

Penthouse rule: 4.2-inch heels only 😉