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INSPIRING
THE
WORLD
TO DANCE

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A world leader in dance education and training.

We are the Royal Academy of Dance. 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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Dance Classes and Workshops

Find an RAD or Silver Swans teacher, and take part in one of our workshops around South Africa.

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Study dance teaching with the Royal Academy of Dance

We offer a range of onsite and distance learning programmes, including MA, BA, Certificate and Professional Awards in dance teacher education, as well as Benesh International courses.

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Teaching with the Royal Academy of Dance

Be a part of our global network of RAD qualified teachers, and further your teacher training with our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities.

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Take an exam with the Royal Academy of Dance

Focusing on creativity and musicality, RAD exams motivate and reward students of all ages and abilities.

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Applications for The Fonteyn 2026 are now open!

​The Margot Fonteyn International Ballet Competition represents the pinnacle of achievement for young people trained in the RAD syllabus.

Offering aspiring dancers the unique opportunity to work with world-renowned choreographers and professionals, as well as the chance to perform on an international stage, The Fonteyn promotes and rewards standards of excellence in young ballet dancers internationally.

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Become an RAD member

Be part of our global family

RAD Membership contributions help us do our valuable work as a charity. Plus, you’ll get membership discounts, early-bird event bookings, exclusive publications and more.

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Become an RAD member and access a world of benefits

Join our worldwide community of people connected through their passion for dance.

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Where past legends meet future pioneers.

Learn, grow, collaborate, create with us.

For over 100 years, the Royal Academy of Dance has been at the forefront of dance performance and education. We continue to adapt to include new genres, offering flexible dance programmes across the world.

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Support the Royal Academy of Dance

We are a charity, relying on donations from trusts and foundations, corporations, and individuals. Support us in our mission to bring dance into communities.

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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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