Online courses
Trauma Informed Training for Dance Practitioners
Join our expert practitioners Elizabeth Vecchione and Amelia Channon on these CPD courses.
Online
Tuesday 3 Feb
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 90,000 examinations worldwide each year.
All new inclusive qualifications, designed to recognise students for their confidence, musicality, and performance skills - without the pressure of set choreography or syllabus requirements
Coming Soon in 2026
We exist to advance excellence in dance teaching and education. For 120 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
Grow your career with the ISTD with our seamless pathway for teachers.
Members can access our first digital issue now.
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We've joined forces with dance organisations across the country to be part of Let’s Dance – encouraging everybody, at every age, to embrace the joy and benefits of dancing.
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Dance Magazine is evolving - future issues will be available in a new digital format.
To learn more about what this means and how it affects your subscription.
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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 our expert practitioners Elizabeth Vecchione and Amelia Channon on these CPD courses.
Online
Tuesday 3 Feb
In studio courses
Join the CPD & Events Team for CPD this February.
Harrow Arts Centre, 171 Uxbridge Road, Hatch End, HA5 4EA
Thursday 5 Feb
Online courses
Join dance teacher Fiona Ramasami , on this course focused on preschool and early years classes.
Online
Monday 16 Feb
In studio courses
Join the CPD & Events Team for this masterclass day in February Half term.
ISTD HQ
Monday 16 Feb
Workshops
Join the ISTD Academy for the Licentiate Modern Theatre qualification.
Online
Monday 16 Feb
Workshops
Join the CPD & Events Team for online CPD this February.
Online
Monday 16 Feb
Workshops
Join the ISTD Academy for the Licentiate Imperial Classical Ballet qualification
Online
Tuesday 17 Feb
Workshops
Join us for the ISTD Graduation ceremony, celebrating the achievements of all 2024-25 graduates.
Harrow School, High Street, Harrow HA1 3HL
Thursday 19 Feb
In studio courses
Join the CPD & Events Team for this Modern Theatre CPD in February Half term.
ISTD HQ
Saturday 21 Feb
In studio courses
Join the Modern Theatre faculty in studio and update your knowledge and skills.
Academy of Dance, Via Paubio 14, 70125 Bari
Saturday 21 Feb
Browse the latest news, views and insights from the dance education sector, and gain useful advice on how to develop your teaching practice in our latest issue of our Dance magazine.

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GINNY BROWN
Chief Executive
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