Future Dance Teachers

Train - Retain - Gain

Accredited Student Assistant Training Programme

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  • ★★★★★
    " The course is absolutely fantastic! It was so easy to get up and running and is exactly what I needed to train my students effectively! "

    Jo Tod - JHM Dance and Cheer - West Lothian, Scotland

  • ★★★★★
    " There has been such a positive response from the students and parents saying the children are ‘buzzing’ and they can’t wait to progress further in their training and gain their accreditation! "


    Kim Edwards-Waight – YEM Theatre School – Fleet, Hampshire, England

  • ★★★★★
    "My dancers are loving their roles as Future Dance Teachers and I've already had young dancers saying they want to train as Future Dance Teachers when they are older!"

    Amy Burton - Funky Dance Fever Studio, Sheffield, England

★★★★★
" There has been such a positive response from the students and parents saying they are ‘buzzing’ and they can’t wait to progress further in their training and gain their accreditation! "
Kim Edwards-Waight – YEM Theatre School
Over 640 students and counting to date – UK wide • Over 640 students and counting to date – UK wide • Over 640 students and counting to date – UK wide • Over 640 students and counting to date – UK wide •
Over 640 students and counting to date – UK wide • Over 640 students and counting to date – UK wide • Over 640 students and counting to date – UK wide • Over 640 students and counting to date – UK wide •

Future Dance Teachers

How It Works

Future Dance Teachers is a CPD-accredited Training Course for dance assistants.
Students are learners in training, they are not employed and should always be supervised by a qualified teacher.
​​​​​​Dance Schools are responsible for securing free child work permits through their local authority for each student undertaking in the course.

10 Month Course

Start at anytime. Options to fast track Level 1 are available. Choose days and times to suit you.

4 In-Studio Training Sessions

You or your team deliver 4 x 1.5 hour sessions in your dance school. Made easy with guided coursebooks and workbooks.

Students Participate in Classes

With just 30 minutes a week, students build confidence and skills by observing or participating in younger classes.

Track Your Student's Progress

Visual workbooks featuring; Attendance logs, Individual Goals, Evaluations and Learning Logs, keeps track of students progress.

3 Course Levels to Complete

Students start at 14+ and work their way up through Levels 1, 2 and 3 – each one building on their training.

CPD Points Rewarded at Every Level

On completion of the training students receive CPD-accredited certificates. Points are internationally recognised and accredited by the CPD Group. 

Future Dance Teachers

How It Works

Future Dance Teachers is a CPD-accredited Training Course for dance assistants.
Students are learners in training, they are not employed and should always be supervised by a qualified teacher.
​​​​​​Dance Schools are responsible for securing free child work permits through their local authority for each student undertaking in the course.

10 Month Course

Start at anytime. Options to fast track Level 1 are available. Choose days and times to suit you.

4 In-Studio Training Sessions

You or your team deliver 4 x 1.5 hour sessions in your dance school. Made easy with guided coursebooks and workbooks.

Students Participate in Classes

With just 30 minutes a week, students build confidence and skills by observing or participating in younger classes.

Track Your Student's Progress

Visual workbooks featuring; Attendance logs, Individual Goals, Evaluations and Learning Logs, keeps track of students progress.

3 Course Levels to Complete

Students start at 14+ and work their way up through Levels 1, 2 and 3 – each one building on their training.

CPD Points Rewarded at Every Level

On completion of the training students receive CPD-accredited certificates. Points are internationally recognised and accredited by the CPD Group. 

Watch the programme in action...

Watch the programme in action...

How do I market this to my students?

We’ve made it easy for your dancers and their families to learn more about the Future Dance Teachers programme.

Simply direct them to our dedicated student website:
The site is designed for 14+ year olds and their parents. It explains the programme in a clear, friendly way – covering everything from how it works to what they’ll learn at each level.

You can share the link in your class emails, newsletters, or studio WhatsApp groups to build excitement and interest among your next generation of dance assistants.

How do I market this to my students?

We’ve made it easy for your dancers and their families to learn more about the Future Dance Teachers programme.

Simply direct them to our dedicated student website:
The site is designed for 14+ year olds and their parents. It explains the programme in a clear, friendly way – covering everything from how it works to what they’ll learn at each level.

You can share the link in your class emails, newsletters, or studio WhatsApp groups to build excitement and interest among your next generation of dance leaders
"The course is absolutely fantastic! So so good – it was so easy to get up and running and is exactly what I needed to train my students effectively and get new ones to start!
I am also making extra money for my studio so it’s a win-win for me!"
Jo Tod - JHM Dance and Cheer
West Lothian, Scotland

 What They'll Learn 

Each Level of their training journey will include:
4 x In-Studio Training Sessions of 1.5 hours each,
​​​​​​​A minimum of 19 hours (30 minutes weekly) assisting experience over the 10 month course.
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 Level 1
Intro to Assisting
 
​​​​​​​(Pink T-shirt)
 Start their Future Dance Teacher  journey by learning the basics of how to assist in class. This level is all about building confidence and learning what it means to be a positive role model. 


Learning includes:
​​​​​​- Communicate with dancers
- Assisting effectively in classes
​​​​​​​- Assisting at events and shows
​​​​​​​- Intro to choreography

Existing Assistants with experience? Fast Track Level 1 options available on request.

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 Level 2
Learning to Lead
 
​​​​​​​(Purple T-shirt)
Continue their Future Dance Teachers training by learning how to assist leading and planning elements of a class. This level focuses on training the assistants to create and lead skills effectively.

Learning includes:
- Learning to lead: warm-ups, stretches and travelling
- Preparing students for performance
- Performance skills
- How to create choreography

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Level 3
All Age Teaching
 
(Navy T-shirt)
Finish the Future Dance Teachers journey by exploring how to use knowledge from Levels 1 & 2 to create and adapt lesson plans for dancers of all ages and abilities. This level focuses on 4 modules.

Learning includes:
- 5-7 years Dance
- Preschool Dance
- Adult Dance
- Inclusive Dance

Each level includes a workbook, a Future Dance Teachers T-shirt featuring your Dance School Logo and a CPD certificate.
We hold CPD accreditation through
​​​​​​​The CPD Group, ensuring our training meets professional standards.
​​​​​​Dance Schools are responsible for securing free child work permits through their local authority for each student undertaking in the course.

Future Dance Teachers 

Available Programmes

Available Programmes

  Level One 
INTO TO ASSISTING 

Join the Future Dance Teachers programme today and start inspiring the next generation of teachers- whilst boosting your dance school's income!
Got questions?
​​​​​​​Book A Call.

10 Students
Package

£880

Cost per pack £88

Suggested student fee: £250 – payable in full or instalments at your discretion.

Just 3.5 students to breakeven.
Additional Individual Packs can be added at the checkout for £120 each.​​​​​​​

5 Students
Package

£560

Cost per pack £112

Suggested student fee: £250 – payable in full or instalments at your discretion.

Just 2.5 students to breakeven.

Additional Individual Packs can be added at the checkout for £120 each.​​​​​​​

 Level One 
INTO TO ASSISTING

Join the Future Dance Teachers programme today and start inspiring the next generation of teachers - whilst boosting your dance school's income!
Got questions?
​​​​​​​Book A Call.

(Level 1)
10 Students
Package

£880

Cost per pack £88

Suggested student fee: £250 – payable in full or instalments at your discretion.

Just 3.5 students to breakeven.
Additional Individual Packs can be added at the checkout for £120 each.​​​​​​​

(Level 1)
​​​​​​​5 Students
Package

£560

Cost per pack £112

Suggested student fee: £250 – payable in full or instalments at your discretion.

Just 2.5 students to breakeven.

Additional Individual Packs can be added at the checkout for £120 each.

 Level Two 
LEARNING TO LEAD

Join the Future Dance Teachers programme today and start inspiring the next generation of teachers- whilst boosting your dance school's income!
Got questions?
​​​​​​​Book A Call.

8 Students
Package

£880

​​​​​​​Cost per pack £110
​​​​​​​
Suggested student fee: £275 – payable in full or instalments at your discretion.

Just 3 students to breakeven.

Additional Individual Packs can be added at the checkout for £120 each.

4 Students
Package

£560

Cost per pack £140

​​​​​​​Suggested student fee: £275 – payable in full or instalments at your discretion.

Just 2 students to breakeven.

Additional Individual Packs can be added at the checkout for £120 each.

 Level Two 
LEARNING TO LEAD

Join the Future Dance Teachers programme today and start inspiring the next generation of teachers - whilst boosting your dance school's income!
Got questions?
​​​​​​​Book A Call.

(Level 2)
​​​​​​​8 Students
Package

£880

​​​​​​​Cost per pack £110
​​​​​​​
Suggested student fee: £275 – payable in full or instalments at your discretion.

Just 3 students to breakeven.

Additional Individual Packs can be added at the checkout for £120 each.

(Level 2)
4 Students
Package

£560

Cost per pack £140

​​​​​​​Suggested student fee: £275 – payable in full or instalments at your discretion.

Just 2 students to breakeven.

Additional Individual Packs can be added at the checkout for £120 each.

 Level Three 

ALL AGE TEACHING
- 35 Hours CPD - 

Coming Soon...

 Level Three 

ALL AGE TEACHING
- 35 Hours CPD - 

Coming Soon...

Let me introduce myself!

Hello! I’m Emma Bright, founder of Embody Dance Studio and creator of Future Dance Teachers. I hold a BA (Hons) in Dance and have over 15 years’ experience running Embody Dance Studio.

When I was 14, I dreamed of becoming a dance teacher. I longed for a clear pathway into teaching and real-life experience — but I didn’t know where to start. I felt lost and without a plan.

That’s why I created Future Dance Teachers with the 14-year-old me in mind. The programme is fun, visual, practical, and accessible to all. There’s no homework, no exams, and no pressure. Instead, it builds essential life skills — communication, presentation, punctuality, and commitment — while opening young dancers’ eyes to the many aspects of assisting in a class and the future pathways into teaching.

The course goes beyond technique, exploring themes such as role models, nerves, and inclusivity, while nurturing confidence and self-belief — exactly what 14-year-old Emma would have loved!

Originally written for my own studio in 2022, the programme has now reached over 650 students across 37 dance schools — and it continues to grow every day.

So thank you to that 14-year-old me… together, we’ve begun to make a real difference in the lives of young dancers.

The Future is Bright!

Emma x
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Let me introduce myself!

Hello! I’m Emma Bright, founder of Embody Dance Studio and creator of Future Dance Teachers. I hold a BA (Hons) in Dance and have over 15 years’ experience running Embody Dance Studio.

When I was 14, I dreamed of becoming a dance teacher. I longed for a clear pathway into teaching and real-life experience — but I didn’t know where to start. I felt lost and without a plan.

That’s why I created Future Dance Teachers with the 14-year-old me in mind. The programme is fun, visual, practical, and accessible to all. There’s no homework, no exams, and no pressure. Instead, it builds essential life skills — communication, presentation, punctuality, and commitment — while opening young dancers’ eyes to the many aspects of assisting in a class and the future pathways into teaching.

The course goes beyond technique, exploring themes such as role models, nerves, and inclusivity, while nurturing confidence and self-belief — exactly what 13-year-old Emma would have loved!

Originally written for my own studio in 2022, the programme has now reached over 650 students across 37 dance schools — and it continues to grow every day.

So thank you to that 14-year-old me… together, we’ve begun to make a real difference in the lives of young dancers.

The Future is Bright!

Emma x
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Listen In!
Podcast with Deborah Laws & Emma Bright

What is CPD?

Use this video to help you understand how the CPD points attached to our programmes can benefit your students.
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There is also more information on how teenagers can use these CPD points in our FAQs

What is CPD?

Use this video to help you understand how the CPD points attached to our programmes can benefit your students.
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There is also more information on how teenagers can use these CPD points in our FAQs

Got Questions?

Check out our FAQs by clicking HERE

How do I market this to my students?

Check out our dedicated student website by clicking HERE

 
 TRAIN
future dance leaders with skills, confidence, and experience
 RETAIN dancers aged 14+ through purpose and progression 
 GAIN extra income while building your school's lasting legacy  

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is the Future Teachers Programme designed for?

The programme is designed for young dancers aged 14+ who show potential and interest in developing leadership skills and assisting in dance classes. It's perfect for students who are eager to learn and grow, whether they plan to teach in the future or just want to gain valuable transferable skills.

2. How many students can join the programme at once?

Our standard package allows up to 10 students to enroll. If you have more than 10 students interested, you can add multiple packages at the checkout.

3. What do students gain from participating in the programme?

Students gain confidence, leadership skills, and real-world teaching experience by assisting in classes. They’ll also receive 25+ internationally recognised CPD points, which will enhance their CVs and future job prospects.

4. Is there support for students during the programme?

Absolutely! Students receive guidance and mentorship from your dance school’s teaching team throughout the programme, ensuring they have the support they need to succeed.

5. Can I implement the programme into my dance school even if I have no prior experience with teaching young assistants?

Yes! The Future Teachers Programme is designed to be easy to implement. We provide everything you need, including training materials and ongoing support, so you can start empowering your students without prior experience in training assistants.

6. How do I make money through offering the Future Dance Teachers course?

By charging your students just £25 per month for 10 months, the financial benefits are clear. Here's how:

  • With just four students, your investment in the course materials and training days is covered.
  • Everything beyond that is pure profit.

For example: 10 students enrolled = £2,500 to you. Minus your original investment of £880 equals a profit of £1,620, just for one intake.

7. What is a CPD Accreditation?

CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accreditation means that a course meets recognised standards for ongoing learning and professional growth. It ensures that the Future Dance Teachers Programme provides high-quality training that contributes to a student’s development in dance education.
With CPD accreditation, students and dance schools can be confident that the course delivers valuable, structured learning with measurable outcomes.

8. What are CPD points and how can dancers use them?

CPD points are a way of measuring and recording your participation in professional development activities. They demonstrate your commitment to building your knowledge and skills in a structured, recognised way.

These points can be used to:

  • Maintain professional registration
  • Show dedication to career development
  • Provide a formal record of learning for employers or professional bodies

For teenagers, CPD points are a brilliant addition to a CV. They show that you've worked towards something meaningful over time and can stick with a programme – qualities that employers, colleges, and universities really value. It’s a great way to stand out and demonstrate your motivation and reliability.

9. How is the course delivered?

The course is structured as follows:

  • 4 x 1.5-hour training sessions held at your studio.
  • 30-minute work experience placement in a class each week.

This format ensures that students receive both guided training and hands-on teaching experience to develop their skills effectively.

10. How do I deliver the training days?

Training days are designed to be easy to deliver. A qualified dance teacher at your school simply follows the speech bubbles in the Course Leader’s Handbook, which provide clear guidance for each session. Students work through their identical workbooks, ensuring a structured and engaging learning experience.

11. How do I schedule my training days within my dance school calendar?

At Embody Dance, we deliver our training days on a Sunday afternoon in September, October, January, and April. However, you can choose a schedule that works best for your school. Simply spread the training days throughout the year to give students time to absorb and apply their learning between sessions—some dance schools use school holidays such as Half Terms to run their training days.

12. Does the course need to follow the academic year or can I start it whenever I like?

The Future Dance Teachers course lasts approx 10 months and can be started at any time.

13. What do you suggest I charge my students to take the Future Dance Teachers course?

At Embody Dance we charge £250: Intro to Assisting, £275: Learning to Lead, £300: All Age Teaching. You can set your own pricing structure for the course—students pay you directly and you can choose monthly, termly or yearly payments.

14. Can older or more experienced students start at Level 2?

We usually recommend starting at Level 1 to ensure a strong foundation, but we’d love to chat this through with you on a free Discovery Call. We’re also exploring a Fast Track option in the future for those with experience, as it’s important to us that every student gains the core understanding Level One provides – so watch this space!

15. Can more than one teacher at my school help with the course?

Yes, if your dance school has multiple teachers, more than one teacher can sign the Learning and Attendance Logs.
A qualified dance teacher is required to lead the training days.

16. How do students pass the course?

To receive their CPD accreditation students must complete 3 out of 4 training days and at least 30 weeks (15 hours) of work experience within classes.

17. How do students receive the accreditation?

When you purchase a student place you will be sent a certificate which a qualified dance teacher at your school will sign and present at the end of the course.
Providing students have completed 3 out of 4 training days and at least 30 weeks (15 hours) of work experience within classes.

18. When will I receive my course materials?

As soon as your payment has been verified, you will receive a link to access our online folder containing all the digital materials needed to promote and start your course.
Physical materials (Workbooks, T-shirts, and Certificates) will be delivered 10 business days after payment and receival of your dance school logo.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is the Future Teachers Programme designed for?

The programme is designed for young dancers aged 14+ who show potential and interest in developing leadership skills and assisting in dance classes. It's perfect for students who are eager to learn and grow, whether they plan to teach in the future or just want to gain valuable skills.

2. How many students can join the programme at once?

Our standard package allows up to 10 students to enroll. If you have more than 10 students interested, you can add multiple packages at the checkout.

3. What do students gain from participating in the programme?

Students gain confidence, leadership skills, and real-world teaching experience by assisting in classes. They’ll also receive 25+ internationally recognised CPD points, which will enhance their CVs and future job prospects.

4. Is there support for students during the programme?

Absolutely! Students receive guidance and mentorship from your dance school’s teaching team throughout the programme, ensuring they have the support they need to succeed.

5. Can I implement the programme into my dance school even if I have no prior experience with teaching young assistants?

Yes! The Future Teachers Programme is designed to be easy to implement. We provide everything you need, including training materials and ongoing support, so you can start empowering your students without prior experience in training assistants.

6. How do I make money through offering the Future Dance Teachers course?

By charging your students just £25 per month for 10 months, the financial benefits are clear. Here's how:

  • With just four students, your investment in the course materials and training days is covered.
  • Everything beyond that is pure profit.

For example: 10 students enrolled = £2,500 to you. Minus your original investment of £880 equals a profit of £1,620, just for one intake.

7. What is a CPD Accreditation?

CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accreditation means that a course meets recognised standards for ongoing learning and professional growth. It ensures that the Future Dance Teachers Programme provides high-quality training that contributes to a student’s development in dance education.
With CPD accreditation, students and dance schools can be confident that the course delivers valuable, structured learning with measurable outcomes.

8. What are CPD points and how can dancers use them?

CPD points are a way of measuring and recording your participation in professional development activities. They demonstrate your commitment to building your knowledge and skills in a structured, recognised way.

These points can be used to:

  • Maintain professional registration
  • Show dedication to career development
  • Provide a formal record of learning for employers or professional bodies

For teenagers, CPD points are a brilliant addition to a CV. They show that you've worked towards something meaningful over time and can stick with a programme – qualities that employers, colleges, and universities really value. It’s a great way to stand out and demonstrate your motivation and reliability.

9. How is the course delivered?

The course is structured as follows:

  • 4 x 1.5-hour training sessions held at your studio.
  • 30-minute work experience placement in a class each week.

This format ensures that students receive both guided training and hands-on teaching experience to develop their skills effectively.

10. How do I deliver the training days?

Training days are designed to be easy to deliver. A qualified dance teacher at your school simply follows the speech bubbles in the Course Leader’s Handbook, which provide clear guidance for each session. Students work through their identical workbooks, ensuring a structured and engaging learning experience.

11. How do I schedule my training days within my dance school calendar?

At Embody Dance, we deliver our training days on a Sunday afternoon in September, October, January, and April. However, you can choose a schedule that works best for your school. Simply spread the training days throughout the year to give students time to absorb and apply their learning between sessions—some dance schools use school holidays such as Half Terms to run their training days.

12. Does the course need to follow the academic year or can I start it whenever I like?

The Future Dance Teachers course lasts approx 10 months and can be started at any time.

13. What do you suggest I charge my students to take the Future Dance Teachers course?

At Embody Dance we charge £250: Intro to Assisting, £275: Learning to Lead, £300: All Age Teaching. You can set your own pricing structure for the course—students pay you directly and you can choose monthly, termly or yearly payments.

14. Can older or more experienced students start at Level 2?

We usually recommend starting at Level 1 to ensure a strong foundation, but we’d love to chat this through with you on a free Discovery Call. We’re also exploring a Fast Track option in the future for those with experience, as it’s important to us that every student gains the core understanding Level One provides – so watch this space!

15. Can more than one teacher at my school help with the course?

Yes, if your dance school has multiple teachers, more than one teacher can sign the Learning and Attendance Logs.
A qualified dance teacher is required to lead the training days.

16. How do students pass the course?

To receive their CPD accreditation students must complete 3 out of 4 training days and at least 30 weeks (15 hours) of work experience within classes.

17. How do students receive the accreditation?

When you purchase a student place you will be sent a certificate which a qualified dance teacher at your school will sign and present at the end of the course.
Providing students have completed 3 out of 4 training days and at least 30 weeks (15 hours) of work experience within classes.

18. When will I receive my course materials?

As soon as your payment has been verified, you will receive a link to access our online folder containing all the digital materials needed to promote and start your course.
Physical materials (Workbooks, T-shirts, and Certificates) will be delivered 10 business days after payment and receival of your dance school logo.

Still Not Sure Whether This Is The Right Next Step For Your Dance School?

Still Not Sure Whether This Is The Right Next Step For Your
Dance School?

Why not book a
Discovery Call with us?

We'd be happy to answer any questions you may have or help you to get started

Why not book a
Discovery Call with us?

We'd be happy to answer any questions you may have or help you to get started
Disclaimer – Child Work Permits
​​​​​​Dance Schools are responsible for securing free child work permits through their local authority for each student undertaking in the course.

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Intellectual Property Agreement (Future Dance Teachers Programme)
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Last updated: September 2025
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