
Dance Teacher Training in Southampton
Empowering the dance teachers of today to inspire the dancers of tomorrow.
View CoursesAbout Roynon Dance Centre

Start Your Dance Teacher Journey
Roynon Dance Centre's professional and supportive team will support you on your journey to becoming a fully qualified dance teacher with the ISTD. Our dynamic classes will spark a passion for teaching in an environment designed for you to thrive and enhance your capabilities as a dance educator. ‘’You'll suddenly understand something you've understood your whole life, but in a new and exciting way.’’ Whether you are a student just starting your career in dance, a professional dancer who wishes to teach, or an experienced teacher who wants to update their knowledge, Roynon Dance Centre, offers a bespoke programme that can be tailored to suit you and your personal circumstances.
Dance Education
Roynon Dance Centre, Southampton offers a full Diploma in Dance Education ( DDE) in the following dance styles. You can choose to study one, two or all three genres at any time:
Imperial Ballet
Roynon Dance Centre offers training in Imperial Ballet.
Modern Theatre
Roynon Dance Centre offers training in Modern Theatre.
Tap Dance
Roynon Dance Centre offers training in Tap Dance.

Dance Teacher Courses
Our Dance Teacher Courses are delivered through an individually designed and bespoke programme, Roynon Dance Centre will guide you on your Dance Training Journey.
Course Location
Practical dance classes are held in purpose built studios in Woolston, Southampton and written units are conducted via Skype or Zoom.
Course Overview
Diploma in Dance Education (DDE), validated by ISTD and taught by Jessica King
Dance Teacher Journey
The journey to becoming a great Dance Teacher
Apply
Apply for the Level 4 ISTD Diploma in Dance Education at an approved ISTD Dance Centre
Prepare
Submit certificates or train to pass Intermediate ISTD exam in whichever genre(s) you wish to teach. (Unit 3)
Study
The Dance Teacher Programme takes 2 - 5 years part-time. You will complete Units 1,2, 4 & 5 at this time. The Dance Teacher Programme takes 2 - 5 years part-time. You will complete Units 1,2, 4 & 5 at this time.
Qaulify
On successful completion of 2-hour practical teaching exam (Unit 4), you will become a fully qualified dance teacher with the ISTD.

Hear From Our Graduates

Hannah
Graduate
"All other students support each other in the learning process and it's great to bounce ideas off each other. Positive environment to learn in, would highly recommend!"

Victoria
Graduate
"Amazing school with a fantastic, reliable, highly qualified team. I completed my DDE at Roynon and couldn't recommend it enough. Jessica is brilliant, so professional, knows her stuff yet also has a great personal approach to support you and comfort you through the course. If you want to become a dance teacher, look no further!!”

Chenille
Graduate
Have been studying my DDE in Imperial Classical Ballet and "Modern Theatre Dance for nearly two years now at Roynon. I have learnt SO much and had a tremendous amount of support from all the teachers."