National Association of Teachers of Dancing (NATD)

London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2027 Adults
2026-10-11 08:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, Rushey Way, Lower Earley, Reading, RG6 4DG, United Kingdom
London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2027.
👉 Venue: Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, Rushey Way, Lower Earley Berkshire RG6 4GD
👉 When: Sunday 11th October 2026.
👉 Time: 8am – 6pm
👋 For further information and tickets please contact: londonballroom@natd.org.uk – Zoey Jacobs, London Ballroom Area Secretary.
More information to follow.

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Theatrical Weekender
2026-10-03 09:00 - 2026-10-04 19:00
We are delighted to announce our 2026 Theatrical Weekender, bringing two standout events together in one locationfor an inspiring weekend celebrating theatrical dance.
Event One showcases our much-loved Theatrical Scholarships, featuring heats in Ballet, Tap, Modern and Contemporary.
Scholarship heats will take place across the country throughout June 2026:

South West – 7th June

Midlands – 14th June

London – 21st June

Northern – 28th June

Successful candidates will progress to the Grand Finals, held during the Theatrical Weekender on 3rd & 4th October 2026.
Running hand in hand with the scholarships is Event Two — our ever-popular Song & Dance Championships, adding energy, variety and performance flair to the weekend.
Two events. One venue. One weekend dedicated to theatrical excellence.
We look forward to welcoming dancers, teachers and supporters for what promises to be a memorable celebration of talent and training.

Street Jam
2026-09-27 09:00 - 17:00 | The Hanger, Pearson St, Wolverhampton, WV2 4HP
The NATD Street Committee are proud to present ‘STREET JAM’ 2026.

WORKSHOPS BY INDUSTRY PRO’S
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES FOR NATD SCHOOLS
SOCIALS
GREAT VIBES
GREAT FOR ALL AGES

Sunday 27th September 2026. Location: The Hangar – Wolverhampton

Anglian Area 2027 MOY Qualifier
2026-09-20 09:00 - 21:00 | Goals, Suffolk New College, Ipswich, IP4 1LT, United Kingdom
🪩 Anglian Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2027.
👉 Venue: Goals, Ipswich
👉 Time: 9am – 9pm
👋 For further information and tickets please contact: anglian@natd.org.uk – Nick Kelly, Anglian Area Secretary.

2026 Multi Genre Congress
2026-08-21 10:00 - 2026-08-23 15:30 | The Park Regis Hotel, 160 Broad Street, Birmingham, B15 1DT, United Kingdom
TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR THE HOTTEST EVENT OF THE YEAR

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Celebrating 120 Years of Dance Excellence
Join us for a spectacular weekend as we mark NATD’s 120th Anniversary with the Multi Genre Dance Congress 2026– an unforgettable celebration of dance, unity, and excellence!
📅 Dates: Friday 21st August – Sunday 23rd August 2026
📍 Venue: The Park Regis Hotel, 160 Broad Street, Five Ways, Birmingham B15 1DT
Get ready for an extraordinary weekend featuring:
✨ Gatsby/Peaky Blinders Party Night & Disco – A vibrant evening of music, dance, and celebration
🎭 Workshops – Learn from top industry professionals across multiple dance genres
🌟 Cabaret – Experience breathtaking performances
💃 Presidents Dinner Dance with Cabarets – A night of elegance, entertainment, and celebration
This event is set to be one of the biggest highlights in our history! Stay tuned for more details as we release exciting updates.
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
#NATD120 #MultiGenreCongress2026 #DanceExcellence

British Dance Council Inventive Dance Competition
2026-08-02 08:00 - 17:00 | ashby leisure centre, North Street, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1HU, United Kingdom
Click here to find out more about the Inventive Dance Competition.

Ballroom & Latin American Medallist of the Year Grand Final 2026
2026-07-11 09:00 - 2026-07-12 20:00 | Empress Ballroom – Winter Gardens, Blackpool, 97 Church St, Blackpool, FY1 1HU, United Kingdom
SAVE THE DATE
Have questions or need more details? Reach out to Trudi at Head Office – Email: trudi@natd.org.uk or call 01635 868888.

Northern Theatrical Scholarship Heat
2026-06-28 09:00 - 17:00 | Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Station Road, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow, SK9 1BU
NATD Dancers across the North can take part in the 2026 Theatrical Scholarship Heat on 28th June.
Join us for the NATD Heats! Candidates will take part in a 30-minute class led by industry experts, with a chance to qualify for the Grand Finals!
GENRES: BALLET, TAP, MODERN & CONTEMPORARY
⚡️Age categories (as of the heat date) Junior (6-9) | Inter (10-13) | Senior (14-17)
⚡️Entry is £13.50 per candidate, per class.
ENTERING DETAILS
Entry is strictly through your NATD Teacher.
👋 NATD TEACHER MEMBERS
Step 1: Please log in to the Members Portal
Step 2: Download and complete the excel booking form
Step 3: Send payment directly to the Heat area.
Step 4: Email your entries to: website@natd.org.uk

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London Theatrical Scholarship Heat
2026-06-21 09:00 - 17:00 | The Polish Social & Culteral Association, 238-246 King Street, Hammersmith, Londan, W6 ORF, United Kingdom
NATD Dancers across the London can take part in the 2026 Theatrical Scholarship Heat on 21st June.
Join us for the NATD Heats! Candidates will take part in a 30-minute class led by industry experts, with a chance to qualify for the Grand Finals!
GENRES: BALLET, TAP, MODERN & CONTEMPORARY
Age categories (as of the heat date) Junior (6-9) | Inter (10-13) | Senior (14-17)
Entry is £13.50 per candidate, per class.
ENTERING DETAILS
Entry is strictly through your NATD Teacher.
👋 NATD TEACHER MEMBERS
Step 1: Please log in to the Members Portal
Step 2: Download and complete the excel booking form
Step 3: Send payment directly to the Heat area.
Step 4: Email your entries to: website@natd.org.uk

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Midlands Theatrical Scholarship Heat
2026-06-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Allestree Woodlands School, Blenheim Dr, Derby, DE22 2LW, United Kingdom
NATD Dancers across the Midlands can take part in the 2026 Theatrical Scholarship Heat on 14th June.
Join us for the NATD Heats! Candidates will take part in a 30-minute class led by industry experts, with a chance to qualify for the Grand Finals!
GENRES: BALLET, TAP, MODERN & CONTEMPORARY
⚡️Age categories (as of the heat date) Junior (6-9) | Inter (10-13) | Senior (14-17)
⚡️Entry is £13.50 per candidate, per class.
ENTERING DETAILS
Entry is strictly through your NATD Teacher.
👋 NATD TEACHER MEMBERS
Step 1: Please log in to the Members Portal
Step 2: Download and complete the excel booking form
Step 3: Send payment directly to the Heat area.
Step 4: Email your entries to: website@natd.org.uk

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North Eastern Presents NATD 120th ANNIVERSARY Celebratory Showcase of Area Schools
2026-06-13 08:00 - 17:00
Please join us for the North Eastern NATD 120th ANNIVERSARY Celebratory Showcase of Area Schools
👉 13 June 2026
👉 Whitby
👉 Area Secretary – Julie Herrick – northeastern@natd.org.uk

South West Theatrical Scholarship Heat
2026-06-07 09:00 - 17:00 | Stoke Damerel Community College, Somerset, Plymouth, PL34BD, Stoke Damerel Community College, Plymouth, PL34BD, United Kingdom
NATD Dancers across the South West can take part in the 2026 Theatrical Scholarship Heat on 7th June.
Join us for the NATD Heats! Candidates will take part in a 30-minute class led by industry experts, with a chance to qualify for the Grand Finals!
GENRES: BALLET, TAP, MODERN & CONTEMPORARY
⚡️Age categories (as of the heat date) Junior (6-9) | Inter (10-13) | Senior (14-17)
⚡️Entry is £13.50 per candidate, per class.
ENTERING DETAILS
Entry is strictly through your NATD Teacher.
👋 NATD TEACHER MEMBERS
Step 1: Please log in to the Members Portal
Step 2: Download and complete the excel booking form
Step 3: Send payment directly to the Heat area.
Step 4: Email your entries to: website@natd.org.uk

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Midland Area Social Ballroom and Latin Competition
2026-06-07 09:00 - 17:00
Midland Area Social Ballroom and Latin Competition
Sunday 7th June 2026
Daventry- location TBC.
For enquiries and find out more please contact Linda Heeley, Midland Secretary, midlands@natd.org.uk

North Midland Ballroom Spring Lectures / Workshop
2026-05-10 09:00 - 17:00
✨ Sunday 10th May 2026 – Lecture / Workshop
👉 For more information please contact Laura Colson Area Secretary -northmidlandballroom@natd.org.uk

London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026 Adults
2026-05-10 08:00 - 21:00 | Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, Rushey Way, Lower Earley, Reading, RG6 4DG, United Kingdom
London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026.
👉 Venue: Loddon Valley Leisure Centre, Rushey Way, Lower Earley Berkshire RG6 4GD
👉 When: Sunday 10th May 2026.
👉 Time: TBC
👋 For further information and tickets please contact: londonballroom@natd.org.uk – Zoey Jacobs, London Ballroom Area Secretary.
More information to follow.

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Open Medallist Dance Competition in Kuala Lumpar
2026-05-02 08:00 - 17:00
Open Medallist Dance Competition in Kuala Lumpar.
Please contact Henry Chan for more information: hcdancestudio@gmail.com

North Midland Theatrical Presents 'Fusion' - 120 Years of the NATD Showcase
2026-04-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Allestree Woodlands School, Blenheim Dr, Derby, DE22 2LW, United Kingdom
A unique platform that not only allows dancers to demonstrate their skills, but provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the art of dance with other friendly NATD dance schools in our area.
👉 Contact Siobhan Buchanan for more information northmidlandtheatrical@natd.org.uk
👉 PLEASE NOTE Tickets limited to one spectator ticket per dancer.

North Midland Ballroom Social Competition
2026-04-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Kirkby Leisure Centre, Hodgkinson Rd, Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 7DJ
✨ Sunday 26th April 2026 – Social Competition.
👉 List of events – click here to download.
👉 For more information please contact Laura Colson Area Secretary -northmidlandballroom@natd.org.uk

London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026 U16s
2026-04-26 08:00 - 21:00 | Braywick Leisure Centre, Braywick Road Maidenhead SL6 1BN, Braywick Road, Maidenhead, SL6 1BN, United Kingdom
London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026.
👉 Venue: Braywick Leisure Centre, Braywick Road Maidenhead SL6 1BN.
👉 When: Sunday 26th April 2026.
👉 Time: 8am – 6pm
👋 For further information and tickets please contact: londonballroom@natd.org.uk – Zoey Jacobs, London Ballroom Area Secretary.
More information to follow.

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Midland Area 2026 MOY Qualifier/ Social Competition Ballroom and Latin
2026-04-19 09:00 - 17:00 | DSLV Secondary School, Hawke Road, Daventry, NN11 4LJ, United Kingdom
✨ Midland Area 2025 MOY Qualifier/ Social Competition Ballroom and Latin.
✨ Sunday 19th April 2026.
📍DSLV Secondary School, Hawke Road, Daventry, NN11 4LJ.
👉 For enquiries and find out more please contact Linda Heeley, Midland Secretary, midlands@natd.org.uk

North Eastern Ballroom and Latin Competition
2026-04-12 08:00 - 17:00
Please join us for the North Eastern Ballroom and Latin Competition.
👉 12 April 2026
👉 Whitby Spa Pavilions
👉 Area Secretary and tickets – Julie Herrick – northeastern@natd.org.uk
👉 Please click here to download a copy of the events.

Let's Dance Jersey
2026-04-11 09:30 | La Haule Manor, La Haule Manor, St Aubins, JE38BS
FREE WorkshopsPLUS an evening with Angela Rippon and Buffet Dinner Dance £75pp

Join the National Association of Teachers of Dancing (NATD) for a landmark 120th-anniversary event in the beautiful, sunny Channel Islands. We are thrilled to present ‘Let’s Dance Jersey,’ a unique collaboration between the NATD and our esteemed Patron, the legendary Angela Rippon CBE.
This day-long celebration of movement and glamour is split into two unforgettable parts:
The Daytime: FREE Community Workshops Kickstart your day with high-energy workshops led by the stars themselves! Whether you want to get fit, find your rhythm, or hit a West End routine, these sessions are designed to inspire:

FitSteps with Ian Waite: Get your body moving and prepared for a day of dance.

Jazz & Musical Theatre with Alexandra Waite-Roberts: Channel your inner West End star.

Latin American with Ian Waite: Learn from the master himself.

Note: While these workshops are FREE, spaces are strictly limited. You must reserve your spot in advance.

The Evening: An Audience with Angela Rippon CBE As the sun sets, join us at the fabulous La Haule Manor for an evening of prestige and performance. For just £75, your ticket includes:

An Audience with Angela Rippon CBE plus Q&A: An exclusive audience with the “Queen of Dance,” Angela Rippon CBE.

World Buffet: A delicious “Around the World” dining experience.

Cabaret Spotlights: Breathtaking performances from Strictly star Ian Waite and West End sensation Alexandra Waite-Roberts.

Social Dancing: End the night on the floor and dance the night away!

Book Your Place:

Workshops: Reserve your spot below

Evening Buffet Dance: Strictly 100 tickets available. Purchase directly from La Haule Manor by calling +44 1534 746 778.

Midland Area Juvenile and Junior Workshop (New Date)
2026-03-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Broadway Dance Centre, 42 Livingstone Rd, Birmingham, B20 3LL
💫 Midland Area Event 120 Years Celebration 💫
👉 22nd March 2026
👉 Juvenile and Junior Workshop
📍 Venue – Broadway Dance Centre, Birmingham, B20 3LL
💵 The pricing for the event is as follows:-
Full Day £25
Half Day £15
NATD Teachers £10
NATD Examiners Free
👉 Tickets can be booked through the website, or by contacting Lisa Wager the Midland Area Secretary on the email address below.

Please contact the Midland Area for more information Lisa Wager – midlands@natd.org.uk

Musical Theatre Teacher & Examiner Training Day
2026-03-08 09:30 - 17:00 | AJ School of Dance, Ravenshead Leisure Centre, Longdale Lane, Ravenshead, Nottingham, NG15 9AG
Syllabus Relaunch | CPD Certified
Join us for a valuable and inspiring Musical Theatre training day designed for teachers and examiners, focusing on the relaunch of the syllabus and an exciting new exam layout — including the option for IN-THEATRE / LIVE SHOW performances.
This in-depth day will explore the entire syllabus in detail, with practical guidance on:

Structuring engaging Musical Theatre classes
Effective approaches to teaching singing and acting
Understanding and delivering the new examination formats
What’s new, what’s changed, and how to apply it confidently in your teaching

We’ll also be covering new and interesting elements that were not discussed in the previous launch, making this an essential update even for those who attended before.
🗓 Date & Time
Sunday 8th March
Arrival from 9:30am
10:00am start
Finish approximately 4:00pm
💷 Cost

Only £40 per person
£20 for Examiners

📍 Venue
AJ School of Dance
Ravenshead Leisure Centre
Longdale Lane
Ravenshead
Nottingham
NG15 9AG
✔ Free parking available on site
☕ Refreshments

Tea and coffee provided free of charge
Please bring your own lunch

🎓 Certification
All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance, suitable for CPD points.
This training day is ideal for anyone wanting to feel fully confident, inspired, and up to date with the Musical Theatre syllabus, while gaining practical tools you can take straight back into the studio.
We look forward to welcoming you for a supportive, informative, and forward-thinking day of training.

120th Year Anniversary Event - presented by North Midland Ballroom
2026-03-07 09:00 - 17:00
✨ Saturday 7th March 2026 – 120th NATD Anniversary Event.
👉 The area is hosting an event to celebrate the NATD’s 120th Year Anniversary.
👉 For more information please contact Laura Colson Area Secretary -northmidlandballroom@natd.org.uk

Northern Area - 🎪 JOIN THE CIRCUS! 🎪
2026-03-01 11:00 - 16:00 | Dukinfield Town Hall, King St, Dukinfield, SK16 4LA, United Kingdom
🎪 THE GREAT NORTHERN BIG TOP 🎪
🤹‍♀️Join the NATD Northern Circus🤹‍♀️
‘Step Right Up’ – dancers aged 7–18
All levels welcome!
‘Come Follow the Band’ for this action packed day of circus skills including:
🤹 Juggling
🥏 Plate Spinning
🌀 Diabolo
🎨 Face Glitter Bar
🎭 Dance
Refreshments & tuck shop available 🥤🍪
Learn exciting new skills, build confidence, and then take centre ring in an
🌟 exciting final performance for spectators! 🌟
Hosted by NATD Northern Area in association with Skylight Circus Arts
In proud support of Angela Rippon’s ‘Let’s Dance’ Campaign
🗓️ Sunday 1st March
📍 Dukinfield Town Hall
🕚 11am – 3.30pm
💷 £25 for the full day of Big Top fun!
💷 £8 half/full day spectators

Anglian Area 2026 MOY Qualifier
2026-03-01 09:00 - 21:00 | Basildon Sporting Village, Cranes Farm Rd, Basildon, SS14 3GR, United Kingdom
🪩 Anglian Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2026.
👉 Venue: Basildon Sporting Village
👉 Time: 9am – 9pm.
👋 For further information and tickets please contact: anglian@natd.org.uk – Nick Kelly, Anglian Area Secretary.

North Midland Theatrical Junior Dance Day
2026-03-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Aston-on-Trent Memorial Hall, Chellaston Lane, Ashton-on-Trent, DE72 2AX, United Kingdom
✨ Sunday 1st March 2026 – Junior Dance Day.
👉 Aston on Trent Memorial Hall.
👉 More information to follow.
👉 For more information please contact Siobhan Buchanan Area Secretary -northmidlandtheatrical@natd.org.uk
