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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 and #FindYourDanceSpace

Find your dance space in schools

ISTD President Shirley Ballas joined us to show how Dance can be taught in schools to improve pupils’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being, as part of their PE and extra-curricular activities.

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Our student case studies

Dance has many benefits including the improvement of physical and mental health, as well as strengthening social connections.

We met with three ISTD students and their teachers to learn about their experiences of dancing and how it has affected their lives for the better.

 

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Find a Dance Teacher

At ISTD, we believe dance is for everybody. With us, you can expect the highest quality of registered teachers, teaching in a range of genres and styles across the globe. We offer the best standards of quality, safety and expertise.


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School cheat sheets

Download these helpful school cheat sheets that outline top tips on how best to secure dance business as a dance teacher in primary and secondary schools. 

Download primary cheat sheet   

Download secondary cheat sheet

 
 

The Mark of Quality 


As a parent or guardian, knowing where to start when selecting a dance school/teacher for your child can be a daunting prospect. We have pulled together a helpful checklist for you to ensure that you can guarantee that your child(ren) is dancing in a safe and regulated environment.


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Business guides

Access our member-only Intro to Marketing series, with individual guides to help you expand your business.

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Business guide tutorial videos

Our members can watch quick, helpful video tutorials on how to use our available business guides.

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Your marketing toolkit

Access the member-only content now to show support and help promote the messaging of the Find your dance space campaign.

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Logos

The Society logo is a mark of quality for our world-renowned teaching. Registered Members and Approved Dance Centres are invited to use these assets to promote your status as an Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing member.

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Testimonial

"Dance has had a huge impact on my life and wellbeing throughout my teenage years. Being part of a dance class and surrounded by positivity from my teacher and other students has helped me manage my anxiety and feel more confident in myself."

TIA, 21

 

Return to the Advocacy Hub

The Society's charitable purpose is 'to educate the public in the art of dancing, in all its forms', which naturally includes, working with external organisations on campaigns aimed towards the general public.

Explore several of these campaigns in our Advocacy Hub, and check back for updates on each. 

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