ISTD Academy

30/08/2026

🌟 Meet the Students 🌟
Say hello to some of our new DDE Unit 4 Modern Theatre cohort! 👋

Joining us from across the globe, including the UK, Malta and South Africa, these passionate dancers are beginning an exciting new chapter in their teaching journey🌏💃

Over the next year, they'll be diving into the ISTD Modern Theatre syllabus from Primary to Intermediate under the expert guidance of our fantastic tutor Cathy Russell ✨

We can't wait to watch them grow, learn and thrive as future dance teachers. 💚

21/08/2026

💃✨ Ready to turn your passion for dance into a teaching career?

Our next Diploma in Teaching Community Dance (DTCD) intake starts this September, and there are only a few spaces left!

✅ Love dance? ✅ Interested in teaching community classes? ✅ Looking for a recognised dance teaching qualification? ✅ Need flexible, part-time online study?

Then this course is for you! 🌟 Suitable for all dance genres💃🕺🩰

🎓 Don't miss your chance to take the next step in your dance journey.

👉 Apply today via the link in our bio!
📷 Rachel Cherry

13/08/2026

🎉 A Level Results Day is here! Congratulations to everyone receiving their results today!

If you're passionate about dance and ready to take the next step towards a rewarding teaching career, applications are still open for our DDE and DTCD teacher training courses, starting September 2026.

✨ Learn from industry experts ✨ Gain recognised teaching qualifications ✨ Develop the skills to inspire the next generation of dancers

⚠️ Limited spaces remaining. Apply now to secure your place.
🔗 in bio to application forms!

12/08/2026

🩰 Take your Ballet teaching to the next level with DDE Unit 4🩰

Delivered through weekly live online classes via Zoom, this intensive course is taught by ISTD Lecturer and Examiner Jackie Styles and includes a 3-day in-person intensive.

With small group learning, individual attention and a goal of completing the exam within one year, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the ISTD Imperial Ballet syllabi from Primary to Intermediate.✨

Explore effective teaching methods, training exercises, working with a pianist, and adapting your approach to meet the needs of different dancers.

📅 Weekly sessions | 🎓 Small cohorts | 🩰 September intake

07/08/2026

🗨️ Hear from our DTCD students!💃
Our Level 4 Diploma in Community Dance gives you the practical skills, confidence, and knowledge to kick-start your dance teaching career.
💫 Learn how to make dance fun, inclusive, and accessible for people of all ages and abilities.
🎉 Applications are now open for our September intake!
Take the first step on your Dance Teaching journey..
👉 Apply today via the link in our bio.

26/07/2026

☀️✨ 5 Ways to Plan an Amazing Dance Camp ✨☀️
Term may have finished, but dance camp's are just getting started!

A successful dance camp is about so much more than teaching steps - it's about creating an experience that inspires, challenges, and excites dancers from start to finish💃🌟

👇 What is your favourite thing to include in a dance camp?

21/07/2026

✨ Ready to Turn Your Passion for Dance into a Teaching Career? 🩰
Take your first step with DDE Unit 1, starting September 2026! 🚀

This essential introductory unit will help you build the foundations of safe and effective dance teaching, covering topics such as:
✅ Health & Safety
✅ Policies & Procedures
✅ Warm-Ups & Cool Downs
✅ Nutrition & Hydration
✅ Anatomy & Biomechanics

Whether you're dreaming of teaching your own classes or taking the next step in your professional development, DDE Unit 1 is the perfect place to start. 🎓

📚 Learn. Grow. Inspire.

📷 Rachel Cherry

18/07/2026

💚 Why We Love Community Dance💚

✨ Builds confidence and self-belief
🤝 Creates friendships and connections
🌟 Brings people together through a shared passion
💃 Supports physical and mental wellbeing
🎨 Encourages creativity and self-expression
🌍 Welcomes people of all ages and abilities

All of the above, whilst having fun through movement and dance🙌
📸 Andrew Edgecumbe

15/07/2026

❤❤❤ Check out this lovely article about our Academy DTCD graduate Laura.

We spoke to DTCD graduate Laura Tuckey about how the Diploma in Teaching Community Dance has given her skills and confidence to pursue new career opportunities

10/07/2026

Introducing Jane, our inspiring DDP Unit 2 tutor✨

Dr Jane Turner has enjoyed a rich career as a dancer, choreographer and pedagogue in commercial and independent theatre and film, and ran her own dance company for 30 years🎓 💃

At this stage of her career, Jane feels honoured to work alongside inspiring dance teachers, contributing to the ISTD DDP programme and helping to maintain a flourishing international dance culture.

We're thrilled to have her as part of our Academy team! 💚