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Professional Couple ballroom dancing in competition

BRITISH
DANCESPORT
ASSOCIATION

Ballroom without Boundaries, Latin without Limitations

Welcome to the BDSA

The British DanceSport Association is the Governing Body for Ballroom and Latin American dancing, in all its forms, in the United Kingdom. Our mission is to unify the industry, bring democracy to DanceSport, and create a sporting regulatory regime that supports everyone, giving dancers the help they need to succeed at the elite level.

Our core ethos is encapsulated by our strapline: "Ballroom Without Boundaries, Latin Without Limitations". We want every dancer, from beginners to professionals, to compete honestly and competitively, without prejudice or bias, through competitive pathways.

We want our community to be a place of "Inspiration Without Intimidation". No matter your skill level or background, the BDSA is a nurturing and supportive environment.

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Young Amateur Couple Dancing Ballroom in Competition

Our Aims

The core of our ethos is encapsulated in the phrase: "Ballroom Without Boundaries, Latin Without Limitations". We want every dancer, from beginners to professionals, to express themselves freely and competitively, without prejudice or bias.

With the BDSA, dancers have a clear and progressive pathway from grassroots to a professional standard of dance.

This is our very own Marcus Hilton, President of the British Dance Sport Association

Become a Member

Become a part of the BDSA today to make your mark in the world of Ballroom and Latin American dancing. Together, we can shape the future of DanceSport.


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