Online courses
Online CPD: Advanced 1 and Advanced 2 Revision
Join the Imperial Classical Ballet and Modern faculties for essential vocational refreshers.
Online
Thursday 3 Oct
Our new, inclusive, and sustainable recommended examination uniform, in collaboration with Dansez - wear it your way.
With 6,000 members in 59 countries we conduct over 120,000 examinations worldwide each year.
We exist to advance excellence in dance teaching and education. For over 117 years we’ve provided quality dance training across a diverse range of genres.
Learn about the benefits of taking dance examinations and medal tests
Whatever your ability or level, we provide clear pathways to support your career in dance teaching to give you the skills to inspire the next generation.
Dance is for everyone, regardless of age, gender, ability, or fitness level, with so many genres of dance available to suit all tastes and interests. Discover your love of dance with an ISTD-trained teacher!
Browse our latest competitions, awards, training courses, workshops and more.
Events and courses
Unlock access to our world-renowned syllabus, best practice training and everyday practical tools and resources.
Notice is hereby given that the 79th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Society will be held in person at 22-26 Paul Street, London EC2A 4QE and online by Zoom on Wednesday 13 November 2024 at 11:00 (GMT).
To secure a brighter future for dance across the UK, we are publishing Extending Our Ambition for Dance, encouraging and committing to collaboration and action across the dance sector for its future growth and development.
Learn more
2024 marks 120 years since the founding of ISTD! Over the course of the year we'll be looking back at our history, as well as looking forward to a bright future for dance.
Find out more
The Society is one of the world's leading dance examination boards with the widest range of dance genres available. We are a registered educational charity, supporting and training our members through a variety of courses, teaching syllabi and techniques.
Online courses
Join the Imperial Classical Ballet and Modern faculties for essential vocational refreshers.
Online
Thursday 3 Oct
Competitions
Members who are currently entering pupils for ISTD Ballroom, Latin American and Sequence medals are eligible to take part...
Various
Sunday 6 Oct
Awards
A showcase and celebration of Classical Indian dances from ISTD teachers and students.
The Venue MK, Fyfield Barrow, Milton Keynes, MK7 7WH
Sunday 6 Oct
In studio courses
Come and learn the New Advanced 1 Tap syllabus in studio!
The Rochester Grammar School, Maidstone Road, Kent ME1 3BY
Sunday 6 Oct
In studio courses
Come and learn the New Advanced 1 Tap syllabus in studio!
Louise Middleton School of Dance, 1 Market Street, Lutterworth, Leicestershire LE17 4EJ
Sunday 6 Oct
Online courses
Join safeguarding experts and dance teachers, Kayleigh Chambers and Vicki Race, on this 1.5 hour safeguarding course specifically designed for...
Online
Friday 11 Oct
Competitions
The Disco, Freestyle and Rock 'n' Roll Faculty are excited to be touring venues around the UK for their...
venue not specified
Sunday 13 Oct
Competitions
Welcome to Grand Finals 2024 of the ISTD Disco, Freestyle and Rock 'n' Roll Faculty.
Guildford Spectrum, Parkway, Guildford GU1 1UP
Sunday 13 Oct
In studio courses
Come and learn the New Advanced 1 Tap syllabus in studio!
The Workshop Studio, Unit E, Havers Road, Norwich, NR3 2DU
Sunday 13 Oct
Online courses
Join the ISTD teaching team for this introductory course to Latin American and Modern Ballroom.
Online
Sunday 20 Oct
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