A rare opportunity to undertake in-person Rambert Grades Syllabus Training at an eight-week course at Northern School of Contemporary Dance.
Course Content: Level 1 (Grades 1-3) Rambert Grades Contemporary Dance
Location: Northern School of Contemporary Dance, 98 Chapeltown Rd, Leeds LS7 4BH
Tuesday 29th September: 18:30-20:30
Tuesday 6th October: 18:30-20:30
Tuesday 13th October: 18:30-20:30
Tuesday 20th October: 18:30-20:30
No session Tuesday 27th October.
Tuesday 3rd November: 18:30-20:30
Tuesday 10th November: 18:30-20:30
Tuesday 17th November: 18:30-20:30
Tuesday 24th November: 18:30-20:30
Whether you're a dance educator looking to add a recognised contemporary dance qualification to your teaching, a professional dancer developing your portfolio career, or a student or recent graduate looking towards your next steps, this bespoke training offers the opportunity to train as a Rambert Grades Trained Teacher.
Across eight weeks, you'll explore the Technical, Creative and Performance Strands of Grades 1–3, including repertoire by internationally recognised choreographers.
Delivered by Hannah McGlashon, Artist of Phoenix Dance Theatre and Rambert Grades Delivering Artist.
We welcome practitioners from a wide range of backgrounds including:
Learn more here. Alternatively, get in touch with our team at applications@rambertgrades.com and we'd be happy to advise.
Membership is required to undertake Syllabus Training.
Our Syllabus Training courses are available exclusively to Rambert Grades members. Membership provides access to resources, support, and a global community of educators.
Individual Membership: £150
Student/Graduate Membership: £55
Once your membership application has been approved, you'll be able to book your training place.
ApplyOnce you have your Rambert Grades membership, book your Level 1 (Grades 1-3) Syllabus Training below.
Course fee: £360
Current NSDC students and recent graduates are eligible for a substantial discount. Please contact Rambert Grades at applications@rambertgrades.com.
The course price includes eight in-person training sessions, all Level 1 syllabus content, videos and notes and additional teaching resources.
Book CourseProgressive contemporary dance training grounded in the professional dance industry, with an ethos centred on nurturing the individual’s voice.
Rambert Grades provides 12 qualifications in Contemporary Dance across 4 levels. From age 3 to pre-professional, students gain transferable skills and knowledge in contemporary dance which enables them to unleash their creative force and own their individuality.
Structured around Technical, Performance and Creative strands, Rambert Grades connects teachers and students to the heritage of Rambert training and iconic choreographyer. The Performance Strand introduces students to solos by renowned choreographers including Matthew Bourne, Hofesh Shechter, Alesandra Seutin and more.
Rambert Grades is an Ofqual-regulated awarding body, ensuring clarity, consistency, and recognised progression routes.
Discover our syllabiWe welcome membership applications from a wide range of practitioners with different backgrounds and experience.
To teach Levels 1-3 (Grades 1-8), applicants should evidence a recognised dance teaching qualification or a combination of dance experience and teaching credentials. Alternatively, equivalent professional experience may be considered.
To teach Entry Level qualifications (Creative Movers, Pre-Primary, Primary and Future Movers), applicants should evidence a Level 4 or above teaching qualification, or you can submit evidence to demonstrate how your experience meets this criteria. This does not need to be a dance teaching qualification.
First, select your preferred membership type and complete the short application process.
Once your application is approved and payment is completed, you will gain access to book Syllabus Training courses.
Apply here.
Rambert Grades is the recommended contemporary dance syllabus provider for the Royal Academy of Dance.
RAD members benefit from discounted annual Rambert Grades membership, of 40% off for Registered Teachers and 20% off for Members/Members Plus.
All Rambert Grades Syllabus Training also contributes to RAD Time-Valued CPD.
Participants are immediately qualified to deliver Rambert Grades Contemporary Dance and to submit students for examinations. Ongoing support is available through the Rambert Grades team, community of educators, and optional CPD refresher courses delivered online.
Yes! Rambert Grades welcomes educators from a wide range of backgrounds and styles. Syllabus Training courses, CPD opporunities, workshops and resoources are in place to support you to deliver high-quality Contemporary Dance training to your students.
If you'd like to discuss your personal teaching situation, feel free to contact us at applications@rambertgrades.com.
We love hearing from prospective members, and are happy to support you. Please contact us by email at applications@rambertgrades.com.
You might also find the answer to your question in our longer Frequently Asked Questions.
