Dance Examinations

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We have arranged with the UKA to hold our next medal test session on Sunday 8 March 2026

They have a series of medal examinations aimed at all ages. These tests are relatively inexpensive and non-time consuming. Each candidate dances their examination dance/s with one of the teaching staff, solo or with their partner in front of an examiner for approximately three minutes. The examiner will mark a report form giving helpful and encouraging advice on how the pupil can develop further.

All candidates will be required to take the pre-test in front of our Principal who himself is an International Senior Examiner, on Sunday 15 February 2026, so that helpful comments and advice can be offered prior to the main examination for the you to practice, to hopefully help the you achieve a better result in the main examination. There is no charge for this pre-test.
 

We personally feel that these types of tests are crucial for good development both within and outside the dance school as well as giving good incentive, which we are sure you will agree, is of the utmost importance. If you would like to take part in the examination, please fill in the form below before the 1 February 2026. The pre-test times will be displayed on the website on 2 February 2026.  

 

Following the pre-test a time for the main examination will be displayed in the same way.  As a general rule of thumb, the examinations and pre-tests times fall between 0900 and 1700.  Please remember that we are unable to accommodate specific time requests.  If you are planning to take an exam, please keep the date free!

Important Information Regarding Examination Applications We are committed to ensuring that all examination candidates follow the correct progression, as required by the dance organisations we work with. Understandably, they insist that examinations are taken in the correct order. To support this, we have a strong system in place for recording and managing examination entries. 

We have adjusted our application process to make it easier and simpler for everyone. 

Now, all you need to do is register your intent to take your first or next examination. We will then enter you for the next correct examination.  If you would like the opportunity to take two examinations — for example, one in Ballroom and one in Latin (which is permitted at grades below silver) — simply tick the relevant box on the application form. Where possible, we will arrange this for you. 

To view and better understand the examination progression structure, please visit "All About Exams" on our website.