At KBDA, competition and festival work is an extension of our wider training. It gives dancers opportunities to develop their technique, performance skills, resilience and ability to work as part of a team.

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The pathway begins with our Next Steps Programme, followed by Junior Performance Training. These classes introduce additional performance skills, stage awareness and the commitment involved in rehearsing with others.

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As dancers develop, they may be selected for Company Training. Selection is based on technical ability, performance quality, commitment and readiness rather than age alone. Placement is decided by the teaching team and reviewed regularly to ensure each dancer receives appropriate challenge and support.

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Company dancers may represent KBDA in solos, duets, trios and group pieces at local and national competitions and festivals. While some Company dancers compete regularly, Company is first and foremost a training level, not simply a competition team.

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KBDA dancers have achieved gold and silver medals at the Dance World Cup, as well as gold, silver and bronze medals at the All England Dance National Finals. We are proud of these results, but place equal value on the commitment, progress, friendships and experience gained through preparing and performing together.

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Competition is one part of the KBDA experience. Dancers can also progress through recreational classes, examinations and other performance opportunities without joining Company Training. We are proud of every student who commits to their training and supports those around them.