National Association of Teachers of Dancing (NATD)

Anglian Area AGM, Workshops and Lecture Day
2026-12-06 09:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
✨ Sunday 6th December 2026 – AGM / Lectures
👉 More information to follow. Venue TBC – Ipswich Area.
👉 For more information please contact Nick Kelly Area Secretary -anglian@natd.org.uk

North Midland Ballroom AGM/Lectures
2026-11-29 09:00 - 17:00
✨ Sunday 29th November 2029 – AGM / Lectures
👉 More information to follow.
👉 For more information please contact Laura Colson Area Secretary -northmidlandballroom@natd.org.uk

London Ballroom Area AGM
2026-11-29 08:00 - 21:00
London Ballroom Area AGM 2026.
👉 For further information and tickets please contact: londonballroom@natd.org.uk – Zoey Jacobs, London Ballroom Area Secretary.

North Midland Ballroom MOY 2027 Qualifiers
2026-11-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Kirkby Leisure Centre, Hodgkinson Rd, Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 7DJ
✨ 15th November 2026 – MOY 2027 qualifiers
👉 More information to follow.
👉 For more information please contact Laura Colson Area Secretary -northmidlandballroom@natd.org.uk

Midland Ballroom - Junior, Juvenile and Adult Workshop & AGM
2026-11-15 09:00 - 16:00
Midland Area Annual General Meeting and Workshop Day – Sunday 15th November 2026
LOCATION: TBC

SUITABLE FOR JUNIORS, JUVENILES & ADULTS.
NATD Teachers are free!
TICKETS will be available via the website and on the door.
Please contact the Midland Area for more information Linda Healey – midlands@natd.org.uk

North Midland Theatrical AGM and Teachers Day
2026-11-08 09:00 - 17:00
✨ Sunday 8th November 2026 – AGM and Teachers Day
👉 More information to follow and venue TBC.
👉 For more information please contact Siobhan Buchanan Area Secretary -northmidlandtheatrical@natd.org.uk

London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2027 U16s
2026-11-08 08:00 - 21:00 | 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 8th November 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 2027 MOY Qualifier/ Social Competition Ballroom and Latin
2026-10-18 09:00 - 17:00 | Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP, United Kingdom
Midland Area 2027 MOY Qualifier/ Social Competition Ballroom and Latin
Sunday 18th October 2026
Daventry Leisure Centre, Lodge Road, Daventry, NN11 4FP
For enquiries and find out more please contact Linda Heeley, Midland Secretary, midlands@natd.org.uk

London Ballroom Area Qualifying Competition for MOY 2027 Adults
2026-10-11 08:00 - 21:00 | 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

VIEW THE BROCHURE HERE

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.
