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We are the Royal Academy of Dance, a world leader in dance education and training. We’ve been teaching the world to dance for over 100 years and believe passionately in its power to transform lives for the better. Through an international network of dance teachers, we support and connect a global community of more than 400,000 students, and dancers of all ages and abilities, in more than 80 countries.
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Join our worldwide community of people connected through their passion for dance.
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Examinations
Focusing on creativity and musicality, RAD exams motivate and reward students of all ages and abilities.
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Dance classes
Locate a RAD or Silver Swans teacher, join our dance school in London or take one of our workshops around the UK.
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Get inspired. Get ready!
Apply to take part in this year's Margot Fonteyn International Ballet competition and take the next step on your dance journey!
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Dance teaching for a changing landscape
Join us in London or online for our July annual event. A mix of topics over three days, aimed at helping you advance your teaching practices!
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Latest news
28 May '24
28 May '24
Take part in our Silver Swans survey
As it's one of our most popular classes, we're planning to launch a new Silver Swans newsletter, designed specifically for our older dancers, to keep…
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22 May '24
22 May '24
RAD headquarters wins top architectural award
Takero Shimazaki Architects with Atomik Architecture were recently given a 2024 RIBA London Award for designing the RAD's headquarters in Battersea, London. Since opening, the…
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20 May '24
20 May '24
Young people from London come together for Step Around Town 2024
Over 500 students from 33 schools across London performed in front of hundreds of audience members as part of Step Around Town 2024. Uplifting and…
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16 May '24
16 May '24
Dance's positive impact on mental health
The benefits of dance to our health are numerous. Dancing keeps us fit, improves balance and coordination, and provides a sense of community and connection…
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16 May '24
16 May '24
Royal Academy of Dance announces honorary fellowships to three transformative figures in dance teaching
Margaret Graham Hills, Virginia Parkinson and Paula Hunt are recipients of the RAD's highest award to dance teachers. The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is…
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15 May '24
15 May '24
Royal Academy of Dance announces commissioned choreographer, faculty and judges for The Fonteyn 2024
The RAD is delighted to announce the commissioned choreographer, faculty and judges for The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition 2024 which returns to London from…
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Register of Teachers
Our global register of teachers is a great resource to help you locate a professional dance teacher.
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Benesh International
We support the dance profession by preserving choreographic copyright, training the next generation of choreologists, and supporting the Benesh Movement Notation community.
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Upcoming workshops & events
Rambert Grades
A great new opportunity for RAD members to expand their dance offering by accessing this progressive and inclusive contemporary dance syllabus.
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Hire our Studio Theatre
Whether you are looking for the perfect stage for your next performance or hosting a corporate function, hire us for your next event.
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The Bedells Bursary 2024 - candidate applications
Apply now to take part in this year's bursary.
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Find joy in our new Silver Swans products!
Visit the RAD shop for our brand new books, DVDs, CDs and downloads.
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Safeguarding
If you have any worries at all about your own wellbeing and safety, or that of a student, teacher, or a member of staff, you can find help and guidance on safeguarding here, along with information on who to contact.
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