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Examinations

The new ISTD examination uniform

Our new, inclusive, and sustainable recommended examination uniform, in collaboration with Dansez - wear it your way.

Examinations

Dance education for all

With 6,000 members in 59 countries we conduct over 90,000 examinations worldwide each year.

Discover

For dance excellence

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.

Examinations

Step up to success

Learn about the benefits of taking dance examinations and medal tests

Teach

Make Dance Teaching your Career

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.

Get involved

Find your dance space

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!

Events and Courses

For life-long progression

Browse our latest competitions, awards, training courses, workshops and more.

Events and courses

Membership

Your journey through dance

Unlock access to our world-renowned syllabus, best practice training and everyday practical tools and resources.

Online courses

DanceBiz - Free Information session

Join commercial lead George Bentley, for this free information session on this dance school software.

Online

Wednesday 25 Jun

Webinars

Teacher Support Sessions with Committee Representatives – 2025

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

Online

Wednesday 25 Jun

In studio courses

Regional Course: Tap Dance New Advanced 1 (Day 1), Aberdeen

Come and learn the New Advanced 1 Tap syllabus in studio!

Melvin Hall, Duthie Rd, Tarves, Ellon AB41 7JX

Sunday 29 Jun

In studio courses

International Course: Tap Dance New Advanced 1, Athens

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

Rythmos Dance Academy, 4-6 Dimitriou Goula Str, Peristeri 12133, Athens

Thursday 3 Jul

Workshops

Cecchetti Scholars Open Day 2025

Join the Cecchetti Classical Ballet Scholars for an afternoon of celebration, demonstrations and workshops.

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

Sunday 6 Jul

Workshops

DFR Street Dance Competitions 2024-2025

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

venue not specified

Sunday 6 Jul

Online courses

Online CPD: Tap Dance, Modern Theatre and Imperial Classical Ballet

Join the Tap Dance, Modern Theatre and Impreial Classical Ballet faculties for online for CPD this July.

Online

Monday 14 Jul

In studio courses

Regional Course: Classical Ballet - Pointe Work and Working with a pianist, Kent

Refresh your knowledge with this Classical Ballet course.

Mid Kent College of Further and Higher Education, Medway Road, Gillingham, ME71FN

Wednesday 23 Jul

In studio courses

Residential Summer Programme 2025

Join the CPD and events team for this year's Teachers’ Summer Programme.

University of Chichester: Bishop Otter Campus, College Lane, Chichester PO19 6PE

Tuesday 12 Aug

Workshops

An evening with Angela Rippon - Let's Dance Campaign

Join us at Residential Summer Programme for an exclusive in-conversation event with Angela Rippon.

University of Chichester: Bishop Otter Campus, College Lane, Chichester PO19 6PE

Sunday 17 Aug

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