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Our CEO, Mr Kevin Page, has been busy taking the NATD flag global! 🌏 He’s just landed back in the UK from Malaysia, where he’s been working closely with our incredible members across the region. From a busy schedule of examining our talented dancers to providing expert adjudicating and general ‘repping’ of the NATD, Mr Page is ensuring our standards of excellence continue to shine internationally. It is wonderful to see the NATD community thriving in Malaysia. We are so proud of the dedication shown by our teachers and students overseas. Thank you for the warm welcome you’ve shown our CEO! Keep up the amazing work, team Malaysia! 💃🕺 #NATD #CEOonTour #NATDMalaysia #GlobalDance #DanceExcellence BallroomAndLatin TheatricalDance BeNATDBeProud

Celebrate 120 Years at our Multi-Genre Congress! 💃 Get ready for workshops galore and unforgettable party times at the Park Regis, Birmingham, this August 21st–23rd. ✨ Inspiring Workshops: Learn from top industry pros across multiple genres. 🎭 Gatsby/Peaky Blinders Night: Kick off the weekend with a themed disco! 🥂 President’s Dinner Dance: Stunning cabarets and dinner with the NATD family. Don’t miss the biggest highlight in our history! ⚡️ 🎟 Book your spot now: .uk/event/2026-multi-genre-congress/ #NATD120 #DanceCongress #Workshops #PartyTime #BeNATDBeProud

Happy 70th Birthday to a true NATD legend! 🥳🎂 Today we celebrate our wonderful DSL, Quality Assurance Manager, and Director, Annette. Annette, we salute you and thank you for the incredible dedication and wisdom you bring to the NATD every single day. You truly are an all-round legend! 🌟 Please join us in the comments to wish Annette a very “special one” on this milestone birthday! 🥂✨ #NATD #HappyBirthday #70YearsYoung #NATDFamily #DanceLegend CheersToAnnette

Spring into Action! 🌸 Ballroom & Latin Workshop & Professional Lectures Join us on Sunday 10th May at Bilborough Sports Centre for an afternoon of inspiration, technique, and expert coaching! We are so excited to welcome the incredible Kerry Dennehy—former All England Latin American Champion and UK Professional Latin Finalist—to share her amazing expertise with us. ✨ Part 1: The Solo Stars Workshop (1:00pm – 3:00pm) 💃 This session is all about your pupils! Focused on improving solo Ballroom and Latin American dancing, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities. Build confidence and improve presentation. Perfect for competition prep or upcoming exams. No partner needed! While aimed at solo dancers, couples and individuals will benefit greatly. Part 2: Professional Lectures & Q&A (3:15pm – 5:15pm) 🎓 A golden opportunity for Teachers and Student Teachers. Kerry Dennehy will lead two professional lectures, sharing her creativity and secrets for bringing out the best in every dancer. Pricing 💷 NATD Schools: £15.00 per dancer £5.00 for parents FREE for NATD Members! Non-NATD Schools: £20.00 per dancer £10.00 for parents / non-member teachers 📍 Where: Bilborough Sports Centre, Nottingham 🗓 When: Sunday 10th May, from 1:00pm Email :[email protected] for tickets Important: Places will be prioritised for NATD schools, so make sure to get your names in early! Let’s get our dancers feeling confident and inspired for the new season. 🌟 #NATD #BallroomDance #LatinAmericanDance #DanceTeacher #DanceWorkshop NottinghamDance SoloDance KerryDennehy ProfessionalDance

Hi everyone! The NATD team is stepping away from our desks today to sharpen our First Aid skills. We’re passionate about being prepared for anything, so we’ll be in deep-dive training from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. • Quick Note: Responses will be a little limited while we’re practicing our bandages and CPR! • Don’t worry: We’ll be back online and ready to help you by mid-afternoon. Thanks for being patient with us while we learn how to take even better care of our community! 💚 #FirstAidTraining #NATD #SafetyFirst #LearningAndGrowing #TeamBuilding

our hard work deserves a spotlight—and some silverware! 🏆✨ Our Annual Performance Awards are back for 2026, and they are the ultimate way to mark your progress in our 120th year. Whether you’re a Theatrical star or a Ballroom champion, these awards are designed to celebrate your dedication to the craft. Why take part? ✨ Available for both Theatrical & Ballroom branches.✨ A prestigious way to celebrate a year of dance.✨

New Music. Same Syllabus. 💃🔥 ❓ Do I need to change my choreography? NO! Because choreographed highlights outside the NATD Latin American Syllabus aren't permitted at this level, your existing routines will work perfectly with the new 8-bar phrased music. It’s all about making the competition day run like clockwork while keeping the high standards of the NATD syllabus at the heart of the performance. 🏆 Need more info? Our MOY Committee has provided a full breakdown over on the Members Portal. #NATD120 #PasoDobleUpdate #DanceTeachersOfInstagram #SyllabusDance #BallroomAndLatin #MOY2026

Congratulations to our ballroom students at @rnc_hereford who were all highly commended in their first ever @natddance exam. Students were full of praise for coach Matt at @translucentdancestudio who is leading the college classes. It was lovely to catch up with students & hear just how much they are enjoying dancing & the benefits to their wellbeing. They’re looking forward to performing in the summer! Our collaboration with @translucentdancestudio & developing more opportunities for people with sight loss is supported by @fightforsightuk Photos by @robgroucutt . @thomas_pocklington_trust @britishblindsport @sportandrecalliance @hfdscouncil @we.are.undefeatable @rnib @onedanceuk

You’re Invited! A Night of Magic at the President’s Dinner Dance 🥂✨ The highlight of our 120th Anniversary Multi-Genre Congress is almost here, and we would love for you to join us! On Saturday 22nd August, we’re pulling out all the stops for an evening that’s all about friendship, fine dining, and incredible dancing. There’s nothing quite like the NATD family coming together under one roof at the beautiful Park Regis Hotel, Birmingham. Whether you’re catching up with old friends or making new ones, this is the night to celebrate everything we love about dance! We have a spectacular night lined up for you: 🌟 A Touch of West End Sparkle: The amazing Alexandra Waite-Roberts will be performing—get ready to be swept away! 🏆 Pure Professionalism: We are so excited to welcome UK Closed Professional 10 Dance Champions, Charlie Townsend & Ineta Vaicikauskaite, for a cabaret you’ll never forget. 🎶 Soul & Style: Get your dancing shoes ready for the Kings of Motown, followed by our very own DJ Nick Kelly, who will be spinning your favorite tracks on the 1’s and 2’s! It’s going to be a night filled with laughter, inspiration, and a whole lot of soul. We’d love to see you there! 📍 Where: Park Regis Hotel, Birmingham, B15 1DT 🗓 When: Saturday 22nd August 🎟 Save your seat: Tickets are available now! Come and be part of our 120 year history. 👉 Book your spot here: .uk/event/2026-multi-genre-congress/ #NATD120 #DanceFamily #PresidentsDinner #MultiGenreCongress #BirminghamDance CelebrateDance MotownNight WestEndMagic BeProud

120 Years of Elegance – Sequence Tickets are LIVE! 💃✨ The NATD Classical Sequence Committee is thrilled to invite you to a day of Classical, Ballroom, and Latin American Sequence Competitions! As part of our 120th-anniversary year, we are celebrating the diversity and joy of sequence with categories for everyone: 🏆 Solo Events 🏆 Individual Events 🏆 Couples Events 🎟️ TEACHERS: Tickets are now available to purchase for your students via the NATD website! Don’t miss out on this celebratory day of dance. ⚡️ Early bird Member only block booking available .uk/event/sequence-competition/

Focus on the dance, not the "reset." 🔄🎭 The update to our Paso Doble music isn't just about the tunes—it's about the flow. By moveing to predominantly 8-bar phrased music, we are ensuring that partner changes at our MOY competitions are smoother than ever. No more waiting for a musical highlight to "re-start" your routine. Now, your students can transition seamlessly as the music continues, just like any other dance! 👏 Check the full update on the Members Portal to see how this change makes the competition experience even better for you and your dancers. 💻🔗 #NATD #DanceUpdate #PasoDobleSolo #MedallistOfTheYear #DanceTechnical #SmoothTransition

Happy World Theatre Day! 🎭✨ What better way to celebrate the magic of the stage than by launching entries for the 2026 NATD Theatrical Scholarships? 🩰 This is the moment our young stars in Ballet, Tap, Modern, and Contemporary have been waiting for. 🚨 IMPORTANT: HEAT ENTRIES ARE CAPPED 🚨 Due to overwhelming demand, we have introduced a cap on entries for our regional heats. To ensure your students don’t miss their chance to shine, please get your entries in as soon as possible. It’s first-come, first-served! 🗓 THE JUNE HEATS: 📍 South West | June 7 📍 Midlands | June 14 📍 London | June 21 📍 Northern | June 28 🏆 THE GRAND FINALS – THE THEATRICAL WEEKENDER Successful candidates will progress to the Grand Finals on 3rd & 4th October 2026. 📍 NEW LOCATION FOR 2026: For one year only, our finals will be held at: Wilmslow Leisure Centre Station Road, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow, SK9 1BU Teachers, head over to the Members Portal now for entry forms, rules, and the full information pack. Let’s make 2026 a standing ovation year! 👏✨ link in bio or here .uk/member-login/ #WorldTheatreDay #NATDTheatrical #DanceScholarships #Ballet #TapDance ModernDance ContemporaryDance TheatricalWeekender DanceTeacher StageLife