For Dance Excellence
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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For Life-long Progression
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.
MembershipDo 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 at home: What to watch
Lacking inspiration? Browse a range of free dance performances to watch at home
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Discover Events & Courses
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Winter Showdance Competition
The first online competition led by our Dancesport Faculties.
Developing Teaching & Learning to Reach the Primary Sector
A series of courses that explore teaching within the community and Primary sector.
Membership Matters - with Guest Speaker Dr. Susan Tasker
Introducing our very first “Membership Matters” webinar led by Dr Susan Tasker.
The 5 Pillars of Dance Business Development
A series of courses for dance teachers focused on business development.
Cecchetti Centre Sunday Online: Focus on Senior Certificate 1 & 2
Study aspects of the Senior Certificate 1 & 2 Classical Ballet Syllabi.
Modern Theatre: Online Continuing Professional Development
A must for anyone teaching Intermediate, DDE Unit 4 Tutors and their students and those studying Licentiate and Fellowship.
Spring Programme
Our spring programme is back for 2021 with online CPD to help all aspects of your teaching.
Nurturing All Dancers: Understanding Difference in Dance
In partnership with 'icandance', we explore understanding difference in dance.
Online Selection Event for Bursary Awards: Classical Indian Dance
Submit one dance in either the Bharatanatyam or Kathak style.
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.
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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