An inclusive contemporary dance syllabus
Rambert Grades is a pioneering awarding organisation created by two world-leading dance organisations: Rambert Dance Company and Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance.
The century-old Rambert heritage of developing dance artists of the highest standard provides an extraordinary foundation for the development of progressive dance education and training.
Progressive dance training provides students of all backgrounds with the skills and knowledge in contemporary dance to thrive. Rambert Grades embraces an ethos of inclusive dance education, which works with the whole person to develop transferable skills.
Across twelve Ofqual-regulated qualifications, training places the individual at the heart of the learning process and is accessible and inclusive to all.
An exclusive offer for our members
The RAD’s collaboration with Rambert Grades provides a 40% discount on annual membership for RAD Registered Teachers, and 20% discount for non-teaching members.
Once a Rambert Grades Member, you can access Syllabus Training at an additional fee, which enables you to become a Rambert Grades Trained Teacher. All training is delivered online and covers 4 levels and 12 qualifications in Contemporary Dance:
- Entry Level: Creative Movers, Pre-Primary and Primary
- Entry Level: Future Movers
- Level 1: Grades 1-3
- Level 2: Grades 4-5
- Level 3: Grades 6-8
On completion of training, you can begin teaching your own classes and enter your students for Rambert Grades exams, which are filmed by the teacher and submitted online.

Contemporary dance training with a difference
Connecting your studio to the professional stage, students learn contemporary solos from acclaimed choreographers Matthew Bourne, Vidya Patel, Hofesh Shechter, Alesandra Seutin, Will Tuckett, and ZooNation, bringing iconic characters and repertoire into dance schools across the world.
Remember that RAD Members get more – find out more about Rambert Grades and apply now!

“With Rambert Grades, we believe in training to empower. We champion a progressive dance education so students gain experience and knowledge in contemporary dance but, crucially, also learn to effectively unleash their creative force.”
Amanda Britton – Principal and Artistic Director, Rambert School


