5 November 2025
The ISTD Grand Finals has always been a landmark event in the dance calendar, bringing together schools and academies from across the country to celebrate excellence, creativity, and community. But 2025 took things to a whole new level.
For the first time, the Grand Finals was held across a full weekend - and the result was nothing short of extraordinary. From the dazzling costumes to the electric atmosphere, and above all, the outstanding standard of dancing, this year’s Finals will be remembered for years to come.
A new format, a new energy
The decision to expand the event over two days was met with excitement and a touch of apprehension. Teachers and competitors alike wondered how the new format would unfold. But as the weekend progressed, it became clear: this was a resounding success. The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the smooth organisation and the opportunity for dancers to showcase their talents across a wider range of events.
Grades competition debuts
Saturday morning saw the launch of a brand-new competition: Grades. In this innovative format, dancers entered a studio with two ISTD representatives and had thirty minutes to learn a short routine in Freestyle, Street or Slow (depending on age and grade). They then performed in front of a panel of five adjudicators.
Despite initial nerves, every competitor embraced the challenge with enthusiasm and determination. With support from their teachers and peers, the event was a huge success - setting a vibrant tone for the rest of the day.
Junior teams, Senior teams and Adapted Dance shine
The Junior Team competition followed, showcasing beautiful formations, illusions, and teamwork. The top three teams were invited to dance again for final placings, and while the competition was fierce, the spirit of support and encouragement remained strong. We then moved on to the Senior teams, where the standard was impeccable throughout.
One of the most moving moments of the weekend was the debut of the Adapted Dance section. With U12 and O12 categories, this event was met with standing ovations and heartfelt applause. The joy and pride on the faces of the dancers - and the audience -was a powerful reminder of the inclusive and transformative power of dance.
Street Solos and Crews bring the heat
Two more new competitions made their debut: Street Solos and Street Crews. With five independent adjudicators and a wide range of styles and techniques on display, these events brought a fresh energy to the Finals. Dancers qualified through Area Street Qualifiers - offering a fantastic opportunity for those specialising in Street styles.
Sunday: Celebration and competition
Sunday began with a joyful banner parade, as each school proudly displayed their colours and joined together in a party-like atmosphere to kick off the day.
The Set Dance event followed, with competitors delivering flawless technique, style, and precision. The standard was exceptional, making adjudication a true challenge. Congratulations to all who took part - your hard work and dedication were evident in every performance.
Rock’n’Roll, Freestyle Pairs and Solos
The Rock’n’Roll Pairs lit up both floors with sparkle and discipline, adhering to the strict syllabus rules introduced at Area Qualifiers. It was a joy to watch.
Next came Freestyle Pairs, where creativity and choreography took centre stage. From illusions to shadowing, the performances were packed with originality and team spirit.
Finally, the weekend concluded with the Freestyle Solos. Despite the long hours and tired feet, dancers gave it their all, delivering powerful routines full of technique and flair.
A grand success
The 2025 Grand Finals was a celebration of everything dance represents - passion, perseverance, creativity, and community. A heartfelt thank you goes to the DFR Committee, ISTD organisers, adjudicators, and volunteers for their tireless work in making this event such a success.
We can’t wait to see what 2026 brings!
Results
Please select a category below to reveal the table of results:
Rock n Roll 2025 ➧
| Under 6 solo Rock n Roll (Placing) |
Name(s) | School |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ivy Lindsay | Moonglow Dance School |
| 2 | Penny Garrett | JBSD |
| 3 | Demi McDaid | A Stars Dance |
| 4 | Dottie Thorpe | Star Dance Club |
| 5 | Jessie South | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 6 | Faith-Rose Murphy | Iris Barnes Dance Academy |
| Under 8 Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Jessica Rowe-Cousins & Amiya Cuervo-Starks | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 2 | Emily Dalgleish & Ella Bibby | JBSD |
| 3 | Seth Whittamore & Caitlin Newman | Moonglow Dance School |
| 4 | Lara Rutledge & Kyla Fowles | DDA |
| 5 | Elodie Cooper & Cassidy Hooke | JBSD |
| 6 | Bonnie Hall & Sophia Pritchard | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 7 | Annabelle Hill & Lily Williams | AK Academy of Dancing |
| Under 10 SDT/Pre-Bronze Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Frankie King & Sienna Rose Moon | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 2 | Millie Robb & Ava Brundle | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 3 | Daisy knight & Florie Drewitt | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 4 | Alyssa Potts & Isabelle Wetton | Moonglow Dance School |
| 5 | Daisy Kidd & Chloe Rawe | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 6 | Georgia Tippett & Imogen Ewles | G H Dance Academy |
| Under 12 SDT Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Matilda Markham & Jorgia Vane | Star Dance Club |
| 2 | Yasmin Khan & Paisley Brown | Amy-Leigh Academy Of Dance |
| 3 | Willow Waterfield & Chloe Easey | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 4 | Maisie Biddle & Andrea Januskova | JBSD |
| 5 | Evie Harvey & Evie Bosley | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 6 | Orlaith Hallam & Rose Stockley | AK Academy of Dancing |
| Under 12 Pre-Bronze Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Beatrix Paynter & Samuel Reynolds | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 2 | Elsie Woolner & Seren Mclaren | Moonglow Dance School |
| 3 | Maggie Stanford & Darcy Stanford | Gymnastics and Dance Academy |
| 4 | Poppie May Burns & Scarlett Rose Lowe | Signature Dance Academy |
| 5 | Ruby May & Matilda Stacey | JBSD |
| 6 | Preeya Rose Morris & Mya Sneddon | Signature Dance Academy |
| Under 14 SDT/Pre-Bronze Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Preeya Rose Morris & Mya Sneddon | Signature Dance Academy |
| 2 | Edie Mitchell & Amelia Fry | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 3 | Evelyn Pearce & Isla Hawkins | JBSD |
| 4 | Isla Chaulkley & Gabriella Aylott | Dance Beat |
| 5 | Maggie Smith & Gigi Hickey | Moonglow Dance School |
| 6 | Millie Warner & Sianna Bayliss-Mills | JBSD |
| 7 | Eden Smith & Lola Corke | Kandeez Dance Ltd |
| Over 14 SDT/Pre-Bronze/Bronze Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Courtney Dunnett & Lily Mae Mander | Carolyns school of dance |
| 2 | Angus Chambers & Emily Godfrey | Dance Beat |
| 3 | Rebecca Carey & Maisie Robertson | Harfield Dance Studios |
| 4 | Trixie Hutchison & Will Pacey | Moonglow Dance School |
| 5 | Isabella Corrall & Amelia Helson | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 6 | Harry Hepburn & Ruby Hesketh | Signature Dance Academy |
| 7 | Skyla Frampton Orley & Poppy Frampton Orley | Iris Barnes Dance Academy |
| Under 12 Bronze/Silver Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Abi Brock & Gabriella Cailing | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 2 | Olivia Drodge & Millie Light | Charisma Dance Academy |
| 3 | Sienna Bowler & Faith Rayner | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 4 | Harley-Rose Luke & Lily Jones | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 5 | Betsy Coffey & Seren Levermore | Sistars Dance and Fitness |
| 6 | Iris Hickman & Dexi Downing | DDA |
| Under 14 Bronze/Silver Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Vivienne Olas & Mia Murphy | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 2 | Keavy O'Shea & Laney Gansbuhler | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 3 | Leyla Gullis & Layla Gunter | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 4 | Eleanor Sibley & Poppy Townsend-White | JBSD |
| 5 | Amy Roberts & Fola Oteju | Moonglow Dance School |
| 6 | Mia-Rose Cleary & Evie Readings | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 7 | Isabel Devaux & Rhea Wright | Signature Dance Academy |
| Under 16 Silver/Gold Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Isla Rogers & Jessica Emsden | Georgia’s Dance Academy |
| 2 | Sienna Olas & Ellie-Mae Hylton | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 3 | Bobbi Clark & Lilyana Foster-Bara | DC Dance Academy |
| 4 | Harriet Nobel & Lila O'Riordan | G H Dance Academy |
| 5 | Livi Barr & Elsie Bushnell | DDA |
| 6 | Jessica Spring & Alicia Richardson | JBSD |
| 7 | Darcey Tabor & Grace Hawes | AK Academy of Dancing |
| Over 16 Silver/Gold Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Eva Spillman & Molly Chambers | Dance Beat |
| 2 | Abbie Scott & Tilly Gansbuhler | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 3 | Florence Hambrook-Wood & Jessica Gale | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 4 | Teaghan Durrant & Ava Dalby | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 5 | Chloe Hummell & Connie Stacey | JBSD |
| 6 | Keira smith & Ruby Campbell | Kandeez Dance Ltd |
| Under 14 Gold & Above Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Harriet Bevan & Niamh O'Brien | JBSD |
| 2 | Sophia Edwards & Amelia Edwards | Charisma Dance Academy |
| 3 | Lexi-Grace Murray & Isabella Dixon | DDA |
| 4 | Ella-rose Jacombs & Kyla-Jae King | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 5 | Ava Dawson & Laila Hobbs | DDA |
| 6 | Lexie Merrett & Eleanor Massey | Pixie Lott academy |
| 7 | Keira Doyle & Nyla Hunter-Pullum | Sistars Dance and Fitness |
| Under 16 Gold Star & Awards Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Olivia Isted & Chloe Banham | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 2 | Leon Chadwick & Bryoni Homatopoulos | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 3 | Annabelle Spaulding & Sienna Spaulding | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 4 | Sienna Fairweather & Betty Page | DDA |
| 5 | Amelia Spaulding & Ella Pardey | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 6 | Mia Mulcahy & Brooke Palmer | AK Academy of Dancing |
| Over 16 Gold Star & Awards Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Anna Jenkins & Katie Massey | JBSD |
| 2 | Tawnie Murphy & Phoebe Harris | Charisma Dance Academy |
| 3 | Niamh Allday & Faith Beccan | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 4 | Jessica Lothian & Victoria Lake | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 5 | Ella Henry & Naomi Lee | G H Dance Academy |
| 6 | Hannah Green & Kristyna Kovarova | Moonglow Dance School |
| 7 | Tia Anne King & Tilli-Mae King | Surrender Dance Academy |
| Over 21 Rock n Roll (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
| 1 | Lucy Isted & Jessica Banham | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 2 | Shannon Waters & Eloise Waters | Gymnastics and Dance Academy |
| 3 | Kirsty Tappin & Daniela Duvoisin | Georgia’s Dance Academy |
| 4 | Emily Mullins & Charlotte Holmes | The LR Dance School |
| 5 | Connie Clark & Charlie Clark | DC Dance Academy |
| 6 | Charlotte Hewett & Kaydee Vaughan | Kandeez Dance Ltd |
DFR Set Dance 2025 ➧
| Under 6 Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daisy Johnson | Amy-Leigh Academy Of Dance |
| 2 | Ivy Lindsay | Moonglow Dance School |
| 3 | Lorcan O’Shea | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 4 | Penny Garrett | JBSD |
| 5 | Remi-Rose Mcnulty | Danielle Mason School For Dance |
| Under 8 Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Ella Bibby | JBSD |
| 2 | Olive Davis | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 3 | Renesme Haj Abrahim | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 4 | Jessica Rowe-Cousins | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 5 | Lily Williams | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 6 | Pippa Meads | Kandeez Dance Ltd |
| 7 | Evie Jansen | DDA |
| 8 | Olivia Cook | Castielli School of Dance |
| Under10 SDT Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| Preeya Rose Morris | Signature Dance Academy | |
| Seren levermore | SISTARS DANCE AND FITNESS | |
| Daisy Knight | KLIKS Dance Academy | |
| Dolly-Rae Jennings | KLIKS Dance Academy | |
| Frankie King | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy | |
| Dolcie Gill | Signature Dance Academy | |
| Mya Sneddon | Signature Dance Academy | |
| Under 12 SDT Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Yasmin Khan | Amy-Leigh Academy Of Dance |
| 2 | Rose Stockley | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 3 | Tallulah Reilly-Johnson | Carol Gale School of Dance |
| 4 | Samuel Reynolds | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 5 | Charlotte Carr | Carol Gale School of Dance |
| 6 | Molly Long | Island Dance Academy |
| Under 14 SDT Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Oliver Roffe | Island Dance Academy |
| 2 | Matilda Jacques | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 3 | Amelia Knapp | Georgia’s Dance Academy |
| 4 | Isabella Wharton | DC Dance Academy |
| 5 | Faith Dunnett | Carolyns school of dance |
| 6 | Lilli Burton | Carol Gale School of Dance |
| 7 | Delia Radulescu | DC Dance Academy |
| Over 14 SDT/Pre-Bronze Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Eloise Pooley | DC Dance Academy |
| 2 | Naomi Wright | Carol Gale School of Dance |
| 3 | Evie Readings | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 4 | Layla High | Harfield Dance Studios |
| 5 | Eliza Feakes | Carol Gale School of Dance |
| 6 | Beth Radford | Carolyns school of dance |
| 7 | Bella Ford | A Stars Dance |
| Under 12 Pre-Bronze Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Faith Rayner | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 2 | Poppie Burns | Signature Dance Academy |
| 3 | Sianna Bayliss-Mills | JBSD |
| 4 | Florence Sexton | DDA |
| 5 | Faye Campbell | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 6 | Harley-Rose Luke | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 7 | Gabriella Cailing | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| Under 14 Pre-Bronze Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Lillie Taylor | Signature Dance Academy |
| 2 | Daisy Hickton | A Stars Dance |
| 3 | Sienna Swain | A Stars Dance |
| 4 | Bobbi Clark | DC Dance Academy |
| 5 | Isla Hawkins | JBSD |
| 6 | Olivia Morris | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| Over 14 Bronze Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Erin Walsh | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 2 | Chloe Banham | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 3 | Olivia Conway | Aspire Dancesport |
| 4 | Brooke Simmonds | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 5 | Poppy Woodberry | SISTARS DANCE AND FITNESS |
| 6 | Freddie Humphreys | Castielli School of Dance |
| Under 12 Bronze/Silver Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Vivienne Olas | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 2 | Abi Brock | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 3 | Betsy Coffey | SISTARS DANCE AND FITNESS |
| 4 | Lily Jones | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 5 | Nyla Hunter-Pullum | SISTARS DANCE AND FITNESS |
| Under14 Bronze/Silver Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Ruby Hesketh | Signature Dance Academy |
| 2 | Lila George | G H Dance Academy |
| 3 | Poppy Townsend-White | JBSD |
| 4 | Niamh O'Brien | JBSD |
| 5 | Kivi Latham | Amy-Leigh Academy Of Dance |
| 6 | Isabella Dixon | DDA |
| 7 | Amelia Tappin | Georgia’s Dance Academy |
| Over 14 Silver/Gold (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Harry Hepburn | Signature Dance Academy |
| 2 | Bethany Wright | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 3 | Chloe Hummell | JBSD |
| 4 | Katerina Kitsis | Aspire Dancesport |
| 5 | Keavy Power | Aspire Dancesport |
| 6 | Ava Foster | DC Dance Academy |
| 7 | Sienna Olas | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| Under 14 Gold & Above Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Sienna Olas | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 2 | Sienna Olas | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 3 | Livi Barr | DDA |
| 4 | Fola Oteju | Moonglow Dance School |
| 5 | Betty Page | DDA |
| 6 | Amelia Edwards | Charisma Dance Academy |
| Under16 Gold Star & Awards Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Chloe Bleakley | Sally Adams Danceworks |
| 2 | Emily Jee | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 3 | Miley Bell | Carol Gale School of Dance |
| 4 | Sienna Dennis | Pixie Lott academy |
| 5 | Cassie Cole | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 6 | Brooke Palmer | AK Academy of Dancing |
| Over 16 Gold Star & Awards Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Naomi Lee | G H Dance Academy |
| 2 | Frankie Golder | G H Dance Academy |
| 3 | Connie Clark | DC Dance Academy |
| 4 | Caitlin Leach | G H Dance Academy |
| 5 | Faith Beccan | KLIKS Dance Academy |
| 6 | Tia Anne King | Surrender Dance Academy |
| Over 21 Set Dance (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Lucy Isted | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 2 | Emily Mullins | The LR Dance School |
| 3 | Kirsty Tappin | Georgia’s Dance Academy |
| 4 | Amber Helbert | Aspire Dancesport |
| 5 | Charlie Clark | DC Dance Academy |
| 6 | Charlotte Hewett | Kandeez Dance Ltd |
| 7 | Shannon Waters | Gymnastics and Dance Academy |
Street Dance Solos ➧
| U6 Street solo (Placing) | Name(s) | School |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lorcan O'Shea | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 2 | Sienna Holness | THE LR DANCE SCHOOL |
| 3 | Lottie Needham | DC School |
| 4 | Penny Garrett | JBSD |
| 5 | River Rowley | DDA |
| 6 | Jessie South | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| U8 Street Solo (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Pearl Tyas | Moonglow Dance School |
| 2 | Millie Woodberry | Sistars Dance & Fitness |
| 3 | Olivia Jackson | G H Dance Academy |
| 4 | Archie Cookson | A Stars Dance |
| 5 | Isla Kent | G H Dance Academy |
| 6 | Elodie Cooper | JBSD |
| 7 | James Logan | Ellipsis Academy of Musical Arts |
| U10 Street Solo (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Esmae Davis | DDA |
| 2 | Esther Mwangi | Harfield Dance Studios |
| 3 | Mya Sneddon | Signature Dance Academy |
| 4 | Faith Rayner | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 5 | Frankie King | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 6 | Scarlett Rose Lowe | Signature Dance Academy |
| 6 | Alexis Parfitt - Briggs | THE LR DANCE SCHOOL |
| U12 Street Solo (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Gabriella Aylott | Dance-beat |
| 2 | Jade Imrie | Moonglow Dance School |
| 2 | Candice Aztec | Classique School of Dance |
| 4 | Sienna-Rose Bowler | Boogie Shoes Dance Academy |
| 5 | Lily Jones | AK Academy of Dancing |
| 6 | Isla Harris | Harfield Dance Studios |
| U14 Street Solo (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Darcey Tippett | G H Dance Academy |
| 2 | Ruby Hesketh | Signature Dance Academy |
| 3 | Shruthi Narendran | G H Dance Academy |
| 4 | Evelyn Pearce | JBSD |
| 5 | Sianna Bayliss-Mills | JBSD |
| 6 | Eden Smith | Kandeez Dance Ltd |
| U16 Street Solo (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Ella Hector | Dance-beat |
| 2 | Aiden Lilley | Moonglow Dance School |
| 3 | Amy Westwood | G H Dance Academy |
| 4 | Maria Cirillo | G H Dance Academy |
| 5 | Harriet Noble | G H Dance Academy |
| 6 | Phoebe Callaghan | DDA |
| 7 | Paige Harris | DC School |
| Over 16 Street Solo (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Caitlin Leach | G H Dance Academy |
| 2 | Frankie Golder | G H Dance Academy |
| 3 | Harry Hepburn | Signature Dance Academy |
| 4 | Ella Henry | G H Dance Academy |
| 5 | Ella Brown | G H Dance Academy |
| 6 | Chloe Hummell | JBSD |
| 7 | Connie Stacey | JBSD |
| Over 21 Street Solo (Placing) | Name | School |
| 1 | Cara High | Harfield Dance Studios |
| 2 | Danielle Parsons | A Stars Dance |
| 3 | Kirsty Tappin | Georgias Dance Academy |
| 4 | Emily Mullins | THE LR DANCE SCHOOL |
| 5 | Samantha Faulkner | DDA |
| 6 | Charlie Clark | DC School |
