As a long established ISTD event, we are delighted to welcome our members and students back to the ISTD Ballroom, Latin and Sequence Congress.
For further information please contact: ballroom@istd.org
Event details
We have an exciting day planned for both students and teachers and led by a wonderful group of industry experts.
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in classes in Ballroom, Latin American, Sequence and American Smooth - followed by a joint masterclass led by ISTD President Shirley Ballas.
Shirley will teach a short routine which features various Chasse actions to the pupils. This will form the basis of what they will demonstrate and perform during the Presidents Competition.
Use code EARLYBIRD for 10% off bookings until Saturday 3 August 2024. If teachers bring 10 students to the Sunday congress, you can claim a free place on this event.
This congress event will form part of the BLS Medallist series, with medallist competitions taking place on Saturday 31 August.
Timetable
| Students Workshops | |
| 10.30 – 11.15 | Jive: Kicks & Flicks – with Ben Milan-Vega & Morgan Hemphill |
| 11.30 – 12.15 | Medallist Series Sequence Dances – with Karen Byron |
| 12.15 – 13.15 | Lunch |
| 13.15 – 14.00 | Quickstep: Chasses & Locks – with David Cockram & Rosie Ward |
| 14.15 – 15.00 | American Smooth: Tango – with Kiril Shevelev |
| 15.30 – 16.30 | Cha Cha Cha Masterclass – with ISTD President, Shirley Ballas |
| 16.30 – 19.00 | President’s competition |
| Teachers Workshops | |
| 9.30 – 10.00 | Jive: Developing standard figures with competitive flair – with Ben Milan Vega & Morgan Hemphill |
| 10.00 – 10.30 | Rhythm Dancing: up to Bronze – with Vernon Kemp |
| 10.30 – 11.00 | Medallist Series Sequence: A Teachers point of view – with Karen Byron |
| 11.30 – 12.00 | Tips & Advice |
| 12.00 – 12.30 | Rhythm Dancing: silver and above – with Vernon Kemp |
| 12.30 – 13.30 | Lunch |
| 13.30 – 14.00 | American Smooth: Tango |
| 14.00 – 14.30 | Advanced Rumba Variations |
| 14.30 – 15.00 | Quickstep: Developing standard figures with competitive flair |
| 15.30 – 16.30 | Cha Cha Cha Masterclass – with ISTD President, Shirley Ballas |
| 16.30 – 19.00 | President’s competition |
PRESIDENTS COMPETITION - Entry criteria and eligibility
- Students should only wear smart casual. No practice wear or competition wear is allowed.
- All ages will be competing against each other. One overall winner will be crowned, with commendations given to outstanding individuals in different age groups (Juvenile, Junior, Youth, Adult etc)
- The Cha Cha Cha routine for the competitions will be taught by Shirley during her Masterclass.
- The competitors will compete solo, without a partner.
Further Information
Ticket information
Use code EARLYBIRD for 10% off bookings until Saturday 3 August 2024.
Students: £45
Teachers: £60
* If teachers bring 10 students to the Sunday congress, you can claim a free place on this event.
** Students price is inclusive of 1 free chaperone place.
Lecturers
In the instance of a change to availability, we may need to find an alternative lecturer (than the one originally scheduled) to lead a course. This will not affect the content covered in the course.
CPD hours
All hours stated next to each course refer to the earned CPD hours. This will be reflected on each certificate of attendance that you will receive.
Further questions
If you have any further questions, please contact ballroom@istd.org and a member of the team will get back to you.
Terms and Conditions
Booking Conditions and cancellations
All fees must be paid in full, with cleared funds, before bookings close for the event. Delegates may only attend once payment has been made.
The ISTD reserves the right to cancel or amend any session within this event and these terms and conditions without notice. Any changes to the event will be notified to participants as soon as possible by the organiser.
No refunds are payable once a ticket has been purchased and payment received.
This event relies on a certain number of entries being received. If insufficient entries are received the event may not be viable and in this case entry fees will be returned. Delegates are advised to book refundable travel and/or accommodation, as the ISTD will not refund any incurred costs if the event does not take place.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
Further Information
Certificates of attendance will be sent to each delegate via email as a PDF document, after the event has taken place. The CPD hours on the certificate will reflect the time attended by the participant with time deducted for late arrival or early departure from the session.
The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing has the right to refuse bookings on the grounds of health and safety.
Course delegates are responsible for their own personal property and safety.
The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing reserves the right to record any CPD for the purpose of further training. The ISTD is committed to the principle that the interests and welfare of participants taking part in dance activities is paramount. To comply with the Data Protection Act 1998, ISTD needs your permission before we take any photography or video of you. By acknowledging and agreeing to these terms I consent to ISTD photographing or videoing me at this event.
Filming /photography / recording of any content displayed or discussed during the class is not permitted by any delegate.
All work displayed is the intellectual property of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing and appointed lecturers.
Behaviour and Conduct
Should any delegate display behaviour or conduct that is not deemed appropriate or respectful during or after the event then they may be asked to leave for the benefit of the other attendees.
How we use your information
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Any concerns should be emailed to ballroom@istd.org
