Members’ Day schedule

See below for bookable sessions under three ‘togetherness’ strands:

• Discover together (connect and be inspired)
• Experience together (explore your artistry)
• Learn together (professional development)

Programme subject to change.

Also…

Why not sign up for one of our 1:1s or visit our marketplace exhibitors?

Observe RAD’s outreach programme: Step into Dance*

Step into Dance is one of RAD’s most successful outreach programmes. Delivered across London and Essex in partnership with the Jack Petchey Foundation, Step into Dance reaches over six thousand secondary school students annually to offer regular dance classes, empowering young people and widening their opportunities.

Members have the opportunity to view the programme in action and observe an excerpt from a class.
*Available for in-person attendees only

1:1 surgeries

An opportunity for you to meet 1:1 with individuals from the RAD to bounce ideas, seek advice or ask questions. Limited spaces available. Booking for surgeries will open shortly.

In the marketplace

The marketplace will offer an opportunity to meet exhibitors who will inform, educate and inspire you and provide ideas for your business.

International Dance Supplies

Official Supplier of RAD uniforms. IDS is one of the largest suppliers of dancewear and costumes in Europe, supplying thousands of dance studios internationally.

https://www.ids.co.uk/

Freed of London

Freed of London is the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of professional dance shoes. With an extensive history dating back to 1929, Freed of London shoes are hand-crafted in the UK and today the Freed of London portfolio includes dance apparel, bridal and fashion collections.

From humble beginnings in London’s West End, Freed of London was founded by cobbler Frederick Freed in 1929. Working from a basement in Covent Garden, the same site where the brand’s flagship store now stands, Mr Freed and his wife revolutionised the dance shoe industry by tailoring shoes to a dancer’s individual needs. To this day this philosophy remains, and Freed of London shoes continue to be made by hand in the UK.

https://store.freedoflondon.com/

Gallagher

Gallagher is a global leader in insurance. Meet the Gallagher Dance Team, one of the industry-leading teams of specialists, who are dance teachers themselves. They aim to help you protect your business through specialist advice and guidance on insurance and risk management, all whilst sharing your passion and understanding the rewards and challenges faced when running a dance business.

https://www.ajg.com/

Harlequin Floors

Established in the UK over 40 years ago, Harlequin is the performance floor of choice for the world’s most prestigious dance and performing arts companies, theatres, venues and schools, production companies and global events.

Harlequin’s reputation is founded upon the design, manufacture and supply of a range of high-quality portable and permanent sprung and vinyl performance floors specified by the world’s leading venues – from the Royal Opera House to New York City Ballet, the Paris Opera Ballet to the Royal New Zealand Ballet.

Harlequin is the global leader in its field with offices in Europe, the Americas and Asia Pacific.

https://uk.harlequinfloors.com/en/ 

HMCA*

Discounted rates for medical benefits have been arranged with HMCA for members of Royal Academy of Dance, including up to a 40% discount on private medical plans.

Are you paying too much if you already have a private medical plan? You could save money by transferring to HMCA. Why not request a no obligation quote ahead of your renewal? You may transfer to HMCA at any age, without a medical examination and there will be no break in protection. The discount is also available to you if you do not currently have private medical cover. With hospital waiting lists at a record high, there has never been a better time to start private medical cover.

HMCA offer four levels of private medical plans for individuals, family groups and companies as well as dental plans, hospital cash plans, travel plans and vehicle breakdown recovery.

HMCA only offer plans to membership groups and can offer up to a 40% discount off the underwriter’s standard rates on private medical plans. HMCA has specialised in providing benefits and services to associations and professional groups for 45 years. HMCA is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

For further information and quotations contact HMCA by telephone on 01423 799949 or visit the exclusive HMCA Royal Academy of Dance website here: https://www.hmca.co.uk/rad

HMCA/S PLC (trading as Hospital and Medical Care Association, HMCA and HMCA Members) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:307587). HMCA/s PLC is a company registered in England, company number: 01362094, registered office: Beech Hall, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 0EA. 

Little Ballerina*

Little Ballerina has been a proud licensee of The Royal Academy of Dance since 2004. Our range of regulation skirts is sold online and to trade customers worldwide.

Owner Jackie Childs spent many years as a children’s wear buyer for major high-street stores before becoming a ballet mum. She has used this expertise to ensure that her garments are of the highest quality and has recently switched to using only 100% recycled polyester for all production.

https://www.littleballerina.co.uk/
*Supporter of the marketplace but not in attendance at the Members’ Day

Nadezhda Lisak

Nadezhda Lisak, Academician of the South West Academy of Fine and Applied Arts, is a professional portrait artist specialising in paintings of male ballet dancers. She has had paintings accepted for exhibition at the Royal West of England Academy, the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists and the South West Academy.

Nadezhda’s mission through her paintings:

• To see more visual imagery of male ballet dancers on the walls of all dance institutions everywhere.
• To inspire boys from all cultural backgrounds.
• To celebrate all male ballet dancers as positive role models for boys.
• To increase societal awareness that ballet is a relevant career choice for a man.

https://nadezhda-portraitartist.com/artists-statement/

Networking drinks reception – premium ticket holders

Premium ticket holders are invited to conclude the day with a drinks reception and a networking opportunity for you to reflect on the day, help you make new contacts and strengthen existing connections.