Federal Association of Teachers of Dancing hosts a number of events and seminars throughout the year as well as the South Pacific Dance Theatre Championships every three years.
This three day event is held annually in Sydney as well as in Bundaberg and Brisbane, Queensland. The students showcase the syllabus/examination work as well as solos, and duo/trios for the general public and in doing so create an amazing support system for everyone involved. Scholarships are awarded in all facets as well as the "Hope Ryrie" and "Rosemary Newton" Encouragement Awards. A full brochure is available from TDF office.
This four day event is conducted every three years in Sydney, bringing the teachers, students and parents of FATD together to celebrate their love of dance. Not only does it showcase the syllabus/examination work, the students and teachers get the chance to work together in Master Classes with some of the best teachers in the business. Studios can also enter in Groups, Solo and Duo/Trios sections over the four exciting days. Scholarships are awarded in all facets as well as the "Hope Ryrie" and "Rosemary Newton" Encouragement Awards. A full brochure is available from TDF office.
The event for January you should not miss, held in the The Tops Conference Centre located in Stanwell Tops, one hour south of Sydney. This is a wonderful experience for teachers and students to work with the examiners on the syllabus work - classical, tap and jazz - a great way to start the year. A full brochure is available from TDF office. Grade 2 and over students and day students welcomed.
For more information contact: Robyn McCarthy: 0409 886 069
Theatre Dance Faculty Seminars are held on a regular basis to ensure our teachers and students are up to date with syllabus requirements and maintain a high standard of technical work. It is essential for Registered Syllabus Teachers to attend all Seminars.
In 2009, the Queensland Schools Authority granted recognition for 14 FATD Grades for Years 10, 11 and 12. These appear as extra credits for the students Final Results in Year 10 and 12.
Students apply for a LUI number from their school. Dance studios then forward the students information to TDF office by end of October.