Dance 508 September – December 2026

The international voice of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing

Welcome to our third digital edition!

This issue explores the vital connection between dance and wellbeing, bringing together expert advice and practical insights to support dance teachers in every aspect of their work. From inclusion and mental health to professional practice and dancer development, issue 508 is packed with guidance to help teachers and students thrive in and beyond the studio.

Photo of Ginny Brown, ISTD Chief Executive

Ginny Brown
Chief Executive

Contents

Turnout for dancers

Hip anatomy and factors affecting turnout – expertise from IADMS.

Teacher etiquette on social media

How dance teachers can use social media safely and professionally.

Everything is dance

Τα πάντα είναι χορός

Lessons in inclusive dance from Greece.
Μαθήματα συμπεριληπτικού χορού από την Ελλάδα.

Shirley Ballas

Performance Awards

Confidence, creativity and the joy of performance.

Mandaleigh Studios

Opening doors, changing lives

How ISTD's fundraising campaign aims to broaden access to dance teaching.

Teaching anxious students

Practical ways to help every child feel confident and included.

Seeing the invisible

What research reveals about race, wellbeing and the dance studio.

The hormone dance

A teacher's guide to supporting dancers through every life stage.

Martin Gould and Imogen Walls

Introducing the BA (Hons) Professional Dance Teaching and Education Degree

An honours-level pathway for experienced dance teachers.

Bam Bam Boogies

Making tax digital

Everything you need to know about the UK Government initiative.

Safe choices

Ensuring costumes and choreography are age appropriate.

Bam Bam Boogies