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We exist to advance excellence in dance, teaching and education. For over 116 years we’ve provided quality dance training across a diverse range of genres.
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We provide a range of opportunities for our members to grow their teaching and inspire their students to excel
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Dance Education for all
With 6000 members in 59 countries we conduct over 120,000 examinations worldwide each year.
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For your journey through Dance
We represent dance teachers and their communities. Membership of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing is your passport to artistic and professional progression.
MembershipWe've received an award from the Government's Cultural Recovery Fund
We're pleased to announced the Society is among more than 2,700 recipients to benefit from the latest round of awards from the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund
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Do you have a space that inspires you to dance?
Take part in something global. Find out more on how you can take part in our exciting new Inspirational Spaces to Dance Challenge.
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Coronavirus Guidance
Find useful guidance and advice to help you navigate your way through the Coronavirus pandemic.
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Dance and Motherhood with Dance Mama
Lucy McCrudden, Dance Mama Founder and Mother of two, spoke to Society members who have each had different experiences with dance careers and motherhood
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An interview with company founder Cassa Pancho MBE
For Women's History Month 2021, we re-visited our conversation with the founder of Ballet Black
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2021 Spring Programme
Our spring programme is back for 2021 with online CPD to help all aspects of your teaching.
Imperial Classical Ballet - Solo Performance Awards
Our annual Ballet Awards return in 2021 with a new online format. Open to all members.
Tap Dance: Online Continuing Professional Development
Revise and refresh your knowledge of, or learn for the first time our Intermediate syllabus.
Classical Indian Dance: Online Selection Event for Bursary Awards
Submit one dance in either the Bharatanatyam or Kathak style.
The 5 Pillars of Dance Business Development
A series of courses for dance teachers focused on business development.
Membership Matters - Monthly Talks with Guest Speaker: Janine Bryant
Join Janine Bryant to learn about the ageing process and the impact it has on range of motion (ROM).
Online Selection Event for Bursary Awards: Tap
Represent the Tap Faculty at the Theatre Bursary Awards and have the chance to receive a financial bursary.
Prepare to Train - with Safe in Dance International (SIDI)
We welcome back SiDI as they provide guidance on how to move forward with the development of training as schools reopen.
Modern Theatre: Online Continuing Professional Development
Courses will cover the grades 4-6 Musical Theatre Progressions & Amalgamations, and Free Music for Intermediate.
Introduction to Safeguarding and Child Protection
With a focus on raising standards, ensuring that teachers can evidence the mark of quality in their schools.
Membership Matters - Appreciating Diversity, Respecting Racial Equality
Join us as we open up honest conversations around racial equality, diversity and inclusion.
Cecchetti Class Examinations - Italian
An opportunity for our Italian speaking teachers to learn more about our Cecchetti Classical Ballet Class Examinations.
Cecchetti Classical Ballet - Scholars Auditions 2021
Auditions for entry into the Cecchetti Classical Ballet Scholarship Scheme.
Membership Matters - Monthly Talks with Guest Speaker: Parable Dance
Led by Parable Dance, this session will guide you in ensuring accessibility in dance classes.
Safeguarding and Child Protection CPD Training
Three workshops covering policy writing, disclosures and internal and external recording processes.
Keep Dancing Safely - with Safe in Dance International (SIDI)
We are delighted to be welcoming SiDI to reflect upon the Department of Education Code of Practice and its application for best practice.
The Mark of Quality
As a parent, how do you know that your child is being taught well, and in a safe environment? The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing have put together a helpful checklist of things to consider when selecting your online class provider.
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Dance Magazine
The latest edition of Dance magazine explores the development of our new visual identity. While our new Patrons reveal their passion for dance.
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