RAD United Kingdom | 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.

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At the RAD we’ve been setting the standard for dance teaching for over a century. By choosing an RAD Registered Teacher, you can be sure you are receiving a high quality dance education. Our interactive global map helps you find a highly qualified dance teacher near you, wherever you are in the world.

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Dance classes in London

The RAD Dance School is based at our headquarters in London and offers a variety of extra-curricular dance classes for all ages, carefully crafted to ensure a progressive and enjoyable learning experience.

RAD Dance School

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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.

RADiate

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

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.

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

As the home of dance, the RAD is here to support you when you can’t leave yours. RAD@Home provides a whole raft of content to help you make the most of dancing at home.

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Workshops and short courses

We offer a varied programme of activities for all ages and at any stage of your dance journey, which lets you express your creativity and recognise your achievements in a fun, inspiring and supportive environment.

From Project B and repertoire, to workshops for students studying GCSE and A Level dance. We also offer intensive syllabus-based courses for those working toward an RAD exam.

Take a look at upcoming workshops

Contact the Learning and Participation team for more info

What’s on

Non-syllabus, Repertoire

Junior Summer School

Monday 21 July 2025 – Saturday 2 August 2025

United Kingdom

London

Members £460 per week
Non-members £510 per week

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Higher education

BA (Hons) Dance Education: Everything You Need to Know Before You Apply

Monday 7 July 2025 – Monday 14 July 2025

7 Jul – 1pm (BST)
14 Jul – 10.30am (BST)

United Kingdom

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