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Julia barry sits in the foreground at a desk, smiling at the speaker. Behind her are rows of other smiling dance educators.

Affiliate Teacher spotlight: Julia Barry

Announcements, Teacher training

Affiliate Teacher spotlight: Julia Barry Longtime Affiliate Teacher Julia Barry was awarded the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science (IADMS) Dance Educator Award in July, which honours an outstanding educator who meaningfully integrates dance medicine and science into their teaching practice, shaping the future of dancers and educators through informed, reflective, and evolving teaching practice.  Based in Sydney, […]

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Announcing new enlighten teacher training webinars and clinics for 2026/27 

Announcing new Enlighten teacher training webinars and clinics for 2026/27 

Teacher training

Announcing new Enlighten teacher training webinars and clinics for 2026/27  The School’s popular Enlighten webinars are back with new content for teachers in 2026/27. Enlighten webinars follow a presentation format, with question-and-answer time at the end where the School’s Teacher Training tutors provide advice and support to participants. Teachers from all backgrounds, from students to experienced teachers and professionals in any industry related to the topic (physiotherapists,

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Diploma of classical ballet teaching

The School launch new Diploma of Classical Ballet Teaching

Announcements, Teacher training

The School launch new Diploma of Classical Ballet Teaching As we celebrate our centenary, we are proud to launch the next chapter in our legacy of world-leading teacher training.  For over a decade, our Diploma of Dance Teaching (DDT) has set the benchmark for excellence in classical ballet pedagogy. Now, building on that success, we are introducing the Diploma of

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Lucy pictured in a black long-sleeve shirt with her arms up in fifth position. She smiles with her eyes closed. A teacher in the background in a black shirt mirrors her pose.

Teacher Training Coordinator Lucy Scott reflects on how attending Inspire seminars elevated her teaching practice 

Teacher training

Teacher Training Coordinator Lucy Scott reflects on how attending Inspire seminars elevated her teaching practice  Lucy Scott is a Teacher Training Coordinator at The Royal Ballet School, a multidisciplinary dance teacher and a proud proponent for our Inspire seminars. She joined the School in 2023 as an Affiliate Programme coordinator, where she first learned about the Inspire seminars. She tried the series and realised that it was the perfect Continued

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Affiliate programme intensive participants pose on the bridge of aspiration

Five Chance to Dance teachers discuss how our Affiliate Programme intensive validated and enhanced their teaching practices 

Community and outreach, Teacher training

Five Chance to Dance teachers discuss how our Affiliate Programme intensive validated and enhanced their teaching practices  This August, five of the Royal Ballet and Opera’s Chance to Dance artists participated in the School’s week-long Affiliate Programme intensive course. Chance to Dance is a Royal Ballet and Opera programme geared towards supporting and sharing practice between dance artists and teachers to create more opportunities for aspiring young dancers. For over 30 years, Chance to Dance

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Get to know zoe epstein, a mid associate alumna turned associate teacher 

Get to know Zoe Epstein, a Mid Associate alumna turned Associate teacher 

Alumni news, Associate Programme, Teacher training

Get to know Zoe Epstein, a Mid Associate alumna turned Associate teacher  Zoe Epstein’s Associate Programme journey has continued beyond her teenage years. Now an Associate Programme teacher, Zoe started as a Mid Associate and continued to Advanced Associates until age 16. She trained at Legat Dance Academy from ages 16-18 and attended Elmhurst Ballet

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Emma porter on her new enlighten webinar, understanding reds in dance 

Emma Porter on her new Enlighten webinar, understanding REDs in dance 

Healthcare, Teacher training

Emma Porter on her new Enlighten webinar, understanding REDs in dance  At The Royal Ballet School, we are committed to spreading knowledge from across our teams, which is why we are thrilled to host our newest Enlighten webinar: understanding REDs in dance. Training and Access Healthcare Lead, Emma Porter, will give teachers background on REDs,

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Three junior associate students sitting down during class and talking.

In conversation with Edinburgh Associate Teacher, Kelly McCole 

Associate Programme, Teacher training

In conversation with Edinburgh Associate Teacher, Kelly McCole  What do you hope the students learn from your teaching?   I hope they feel I fully support them and encourage them to achieve anything they want to.   What do students love about the programme? What have been some of your personal highlights?  Lots of students love the

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Di wu

Developing confident, expressive, and curious dancers with Hong Kong Affiliate Teacher, Di Wu

Community and outreach, Teacher training

Developing confident, expressive, and curious dancers with Hong Kong Affiliate Teacher, Di Wu Current Academy Teacher at Hong Kong Academy of Ballet, Di Wu completed the School’s Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme in 2024 and gained his Affiliation earlier this year.   We caught up with Di to hear about what him led him to

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