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    Register for Dance Days 2020 at this year's prices — offer ends on 1 July

      To celebrate the upcoming 90th anniversary of bbodance, we're offering all students the chance to register for our biggest event of the year, Dance… Read More

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    Becoming a dance teacher is an important decision. If you're considering it, it might be helpful to find out what our students think. Could one of… Read More
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    West End to Leeds — Musical Theatre Masterclasses

    Do you love Musical Theatre? Have we got a treat for you!Back by popular demand, this August we have two exciting masterclasses coming up in Leeds,… Read More
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    Beauty and the Beast cast inspire students & teachers at Dance Days '19

    Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB) First Soloist and Principal Dancer in the latest Beauty and the Beast tour, Brandon Lawrence inspired students and teachers at our biggest event of the year, Dance Days '19, together… Read More
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    TQ Graduation Ceremony 2019

    If you're graduating from one of our dance teacher training programmes this year, join us for the Teaching Qualifications Awards Ceremony on Friday 12 July.The event will be held at our headquarters… Read More
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  • Espinosa Studio

    Espinosa Studio

    Our largest dance space at bbodance is equipped with a sprung Harlequin dance floor, barre, mirrors and piano. With lots… Read More
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    Muir-Warden Studio

      Equipped with a sprung Harlequin dance floor, barre and mirrors, this light and airy dance space is ideal for… Read More
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    Seminar Room

      Ideal for workshops and lecture style classes, the Seminar Room has enough space to comfortably seat 25 people. With… Read More
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TESTIMONIALS:
  • Congratulations on the exciting changes taking place, I feel honoured to remain as a Patron and will continue to proudly support bbodance. Dame Beryl Grey DBE
  • bbodance promotes a positive attitude towards an active and healthy lifestyle. Dance UK Healthier Dancer Programme
  • bbodance produces highly accomplished and versatile dancers who continue to reach the top of the dance profession. Wayne Sleep OBE
  • bbodance ensures that its teachers and students receive the highest quality dance education and training. Professor Dennis Child OBE
  • If it hadn’t been for bbodance, I wouldn’t have had my career with the Royal Ballet. Wendy Ellis Somes
  • We are both delighted to be part of such a prestigious and friendly organisation. Thomas Edur & Agnes Oaks


The bbodance Scholars Scheme for Jazz consists of monthly classes taught by excellent faculty that expose students to diverse techniques and styles. Classes include repertoire from current West End shows, such as Musical Theatre.

Unlike the bbodance Ballet Scheme, which is divided into age groups, there is only one bbodance Jazz Scholars Scheme. The Scheme is suitable for students who are at least 13 years old and have achieved a Distinction in Grade 4 Jazz or an equivalent genre — for example, Modern.


bbodance Scholars classes are held in London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. 


The bbodance Scholars Scheme is available for all students under the age of 18 who have auditioned successfully. Students graduate from the Scheme at the end of the academic year that they turn 18.


The bbodance Scholars Scheme for Ballet consists of monthly classes taught by excellent faculty that are designed to refine students' skills. Classes include repertoire and are accompanied by a pianist.

The bbodance Ballet Scheme is available for the following categories:

  • Junior 
  • Mid
  • Senior

The Junior Ballet Scheme is the introduction to bbodance Scholars. It's suitable for students who have achieved a Distinction in Grade 2 Ballet.

The Mid Ballet Scheme is a stepping stone between the Junior and Senior Schemes. It's suitable for students who have achieved a Distinction in Grade 4 Ballet. This Scheme was introduced in 2012.

The Senior Scheme is the final step of the Scholars programme. It's designed to challenge students and support their vocational training. This Scheme is suitable for students who have achieved a Distinction in Intermediate Foundation Ballet.


bbodance Scholars classes are held in London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. 


The bbodance Scholars Scheme is available for all students under the age of 18 who have auditioned successfully. Students graduate from the Scheme at the end of the academic year that they turn 18.


The bbodance Scholars Scheme is open to the most talented students of bbodance Registered Teachers and Associate Members. In order to join the Scheme, students need to be recommended by their teachers and audition successfully.

Once admitted, students do not need to audition again in order to pass to the next academic year; the only instance when an audition may be needed is if students want to change Schemes (from Ballet to Jazz, or vice-versa).


Criteria

In order to audition for bbodance Scholars, students are expected to have passed with Distinction the following grades:

  • Juniors — Grade 2
  • Mids — Grade 4
  • Seniors — Intermediate Foundation
  • Jazz — Grade 4 (13 years old & above)

We encourage all students who feel that they are able and would like to take part in an audition to apply. Successful candidates love dance and demonstrate good performance, artistry, and technique; some of them have already achieved high marks in their bbodance exams.


All students will know the result of the audition within four weeks of the audition date.


Audition to become a Scholar

Auditions for the 2019-20 bbodance Scholars Scheme have now closed and candidates are being notified of their admission decision.

Registration for the auditions for next year's Scholars Scheme will open online in spring 2020. Good luck!

All you need to know about bbodance Scholars classes.


Where


When 

2019–2020 Timetable*

South

North

Scotland

15 Sep

22 Sep

25 Aug

6 Oct

13 Oct

15 Sep 

10 Nov

10 Nov

10 Nov

12 Jan

26 Jan

15 Dec

9 Feb

16 Feb

12 Jan

1 Mar 

15 Mar

16 Feb

10 May

10 May

8 Mar 

7 Jun

7 Jun

10 May 

5 Jul

5 Jul

7 Jun


*Please note that dates may be subject to change.


Download the class times (link coming soon). 


Scholars Weekend

In addition to the monthly classes, all Scholars are encouraged to attend the intensive Scholars Weekend, our flagship annual event during autumn half term. The weekend brings together Scholars from across the country for exceptional classes in many different genres. 

Scholars Weekend '19 is on 26 & 27 October. Find out more.


Rules & regulations

Attendance
Conduct
Dress code