Who Is The NCDTA?

For those who would like to take up dancing as a hobby, a form of exercise, or even a way to socialise with others of all ages, the NCDTA International offers training by qualified, professional teachers.  In today’s modern and stressful world, dancing remains popular with adults; however dance students can start dancing as young as 2 years 6 months.

We offer a huge variety in dance subjects so there will be something to suit everyone. You can choose from any of the following dance genres:  Ballroom, Latin American, Classical Sequence, Modern Sequence, Country & Western, Salsa, Street/Hip Hop/Freestyle, Cheerleading, Modern Stage/Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Contemporary, Choreography, Speech & Drama and Performing Arts.  Amateur examinations at all levels can be taken with your NCDTA International dance teacher with in-person, online and video examinations now available.  

We also host, throughout  the year,  championships and medallist competitions for dance students and our members.  They can choose to enter competitions in Ballroom/Latin/Sequence Inventive Dance, Street/Hip Hop/Freestyle, Tap, Ballet, Modern Stage/ Jazz, and many other dance subjects. The NCDTA also hold Scholarships, Children’s Days, Lectures, Meetings, CPD Training, Social Evenings and Dinners for our members.  

Once you become a member of the NCDTA International you will receive a regular Newsletter, which keeps you up to date with all that’s happening within the world of dance plus syllabus changes and forthcoming events. We pride ourselves on maintaining our high standards and our willingness to help each other.

If you wish to become a qualified Dance Teacher you can receive all the essential training, guidance and support from the NCDTA. We offer dance qualifications in the following subjects:  Ballroom, Sequence, Latin American, Salsa, Country & Western, Street/Hip Hop/Freestyle, Cheer Dance, Modern Stage/Jazz, Ballet and Tap. Amateur examinations and Professional examinations are available in the NCDTA.

We are a non-profit making organisation, established in 1925, a corporate member of the British Dance Council, the Theatre Dance Council International and the Sports & Recreation Alliance.  If you wish to join our Association you can take an Associate or Licentiate examination.  We also allow professional members of recognised Dance Organisations to join the NCDTA without examination as an Affiliate Member. If you require any further information do not hesitate to email our General Secretary for details.  

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What we do

You might have wondered how a dance teacher association can benefit you. Well, we can offer you the training, guidance and support you need to become an inspirational dance teacher and dancer. As a dance teacher you have the responsibility of not only teaching skills and movements but providing adults and young children with a wholesome experience that will make them want to come back again and again and this is where we can help. We can provide you with all the relevant dance teacher qualifications in the following areas: Ballroom, Sequence, Latin American, Salsa, Country & Western, Street/Hip Hop/Freestyle, Cheer Dance, Modern Stage/Jazz, Ballet and Tap as well as exclusive membership benefits. Members receive a regular Newsletter keeping them up to date with meetings, events, syllabus changes and general matters of interest. The NCDTA also hold Scholarships, Children’s Days, Lectures, Meetings, CPD, Social Evenings and Dinners for our members to attend.

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