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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is the means by which a teacher furthers their teaching practice through dance-related activities. From attending courses and events to independent learning (e.g. reading and journalling), continuing professional development can come in many forms.

 

Upcoming CPD courses

Check what we've got planned for the year, and put the dates for our online and in-person courses in your diary.

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Why is CPD so important?

Continuing Professional Development has a direct impact on the success of your business, keeping it current and vibrant and assisting your learners in staying creative, motivated and inspired.

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Funding your CPD


Our bursaries are designed to provide financial assistance to dance teachers who need it most. Find out more about what funding opportunities we have in place to help you access the skills to progress in your career.

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Our Lead Lecturers

Get to know the expert Lead Lecturers who run our Continued Professional Development courses.

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Events and Courses

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Competitions

Street Dance Area Competitions

Join us for a fun competition day for your Street dance pupils, including solos, pairs, quads and crews.

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Sunday 3 May

Workshops

ISTD Initial Dance Teaching Qualifications Open Day (DDE, DTCD & Street Associate)

Explore the ISTD Academy’s Initial Dance Teaching Qualifications: Diploma in Dance Education (DDE), Diploma in Teaching Community Dance (DTCD),...

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Online

Friday 8 May

Workshops

Cecchetti Scholars Audition 2026

The Cecchetti Classical Ballet Scholars Programme offers talented young dancers outstanding training and performance opportunities. Thank you to the...

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Arts Educational Schools, 14 Bath Road, London, W4 1LW

Saturday 9 May

Competitions

DFR Area Competitions

The Disco, Freestyle and Rock 'n' Roll Faculty are excited to be touring venues around the UK for their...

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Sunday 10 May

Workshops

Free Webinar: Safeguarding for Freelance Dance Professionals

Join safeguarding experts and dance teachers, Kayleigh Chambers and Vicki Race, on this safeguarding course.

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Online

Tuesday 19 May

Workshops

Teacher Support Sessions with Committee Representatives – 2026

We invite you to join our Faculty Committee representatives for our Teacher Support Sessions in 2026.

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Online

Wednesday 20 May

Workshops

In Studio CPD: Emergency First Aid for Dance

Join us for the First Aid course delivered by Surrey First Aid.

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ISTD HQ - 22/26 Paul Street, London, EC2A 4QE

Tuesday 26 May

In studio courses

Regional Course: Modern Theatre Revision of Grades 4 and 5, York

Join teachers of the Yorkshire and the Humber Region for a day of Modern Theatre dance training.

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8 Acomb Court, York Road, York, YO24 3BJ

Sunday 31 May

Workshops

Free Webinar: Safeguarding for Dance Business Owners

Join safeguarding experts and dance teachers, Kayleigh Chambers and Vicki Race, on this safeguarding course.

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Online

Tuesday 2 Jun

In studio courses

International Course: Tap Dance New Advanced 1, St John's

Join the Tap faculty in studio and learn the New Advanced 1 Tap syllabus.

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Sorensen School of Dance, 435 Torbay Rd, St. John's, NL A1A 5C9

Thursday 4 Jun

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