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RAD | Dance classes and workshops

Dance classes and workshops

We believe that ‘every body’ can dance, so we have created opportunities to dance with us at any age and stage of your life. We offer a path for those looking for structure, progression and artistry through our exams, as well as a wide range of dance classes catering to children and adults of all ages for those looking to socialise, keep fit, and to simply have fun. Find out more below about how you can learn to dance with us.

More dance genres and wellness for all

While famous around the world for our dance teaching, we’re about so much more than just ballet. Whatever your age or ability, we have dance classes for you in a range of different genres and styles.

Take a look at the courses we offer to help you explore the world of dance. We have students from ages 3 to 95, dancing Hip Hop, to chair-based Silver Swans classes for those less mobile.

Step into Dance

Step into Dance works with secondary schools to enable young people to develop their passion, skills, and understanding of dance through a diverse and inclusive programme of weekly classes, workshops, and performances.

Silver Swans

Ballet classes for the over 55s. Find a teacher near you or find out how to qualify to deliver classes yourself.

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RADiate

RADiate provides subsidised and inclusive dance classes with specialised Dance Artists, for children with special learning needs in primary schools.

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Rambert Grades

Rambert Grades is a renowned contemporary syllabus from early years upwards, now available and taught by RAD Registered Teachers who have chosen to take the training.

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Dance to Your Own Tune

Taught by a highly experienced RAD teacher, these classes offer a fun introduction to dance for little adventurers eager to explore music and movement in a playful, nurturing environment.

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RAD@Home

Where past legends meet future pioneers.

Your next steps

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Take a dance exam

Focusing on creativity and musicality, our exams motivate and reward students of all ages and abilities. Find out about how to enrol and where to find an RAD Registered Teacher.

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Study dance with us

We are a specialist dance education provider with over 100 years of experience inspiring, cultivating, and supporting dance teachers around the world. Find out about the courses on offer with our Faculty of Education.

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Safeguarding at the RAD

If you have any worries at all about your wellbeing and safety, or that of a student, teacher, or a member of staff, you can find help and guidance here, along with information on who to contact.

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Bursaries

We are committed to breaking down barriers to dance and are excited to be able to offer new bursaries. Whether you want to take a class, or an exam, or compete at the prestigious Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition, we have a bursary to support you.

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Make a donation

We are an independent educational charity and do not receive regular government funding. Every penny we make goes back into the work we do, which includes our cultural engagement plans with our diverse communities.