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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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Latest news
7 May '24
7 May '24
Queen Camilla is the new Patron of the Royal Academy of Dance
Queen Camilla is the new Patron of the Royal Academy of Dance Queen Camilla is the RAD's third Royal Patron The Queen served as…
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1 May '24
1 May '24
Silver Swans update and new resources
What began as an academic project undertaken several years ago by our Faculty of Education, has now become a hugely popular pastime for thousands of…
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30 Apr '24
30 Apr '24
New bursaries for aspiring dance teachers
We are thrilled to announce the launch of new bursaries following the receipt of a significant charitable grant from the Headley Trust. This generous contribution…
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26 Apr '24
26 Apr '24
Winners of the RAD Teacher Awards 2024
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the RAD Awards 2024. The awards celebrate the significant and sustained contributions by RAD dance teachers around…
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22 Apr '24
22 Apr '24
A memorable Members' Day 2024
This year's Members' Day, held on 21 April, was a huge success and we are delighted that so many people attended. The day saw a…
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11 Apr '24
11 Apr '24
Benesh Movement Notation to train young dancers in Frederick Ashton’s repertoire
The Royal Academy of Dance's Benesh International has collaborated with The Frederick Ashton Foundation and Royal Ballet School on a new project where Ashton's choreographies…
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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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Steps to Success
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Upcoming workshops & events
Syllabus Strategies: Focus on Grades 6, 7 and 8 (Male and Female) CPD Course (Bristol, UK)
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View all eventsRambert 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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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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