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Why Become a BDSA Member

Join a growing community that’s redefining what it means to dance competitively — with purpose, passion, and pride. At the BDSA, we’re shaping the future of dance sport by championing fairness, freedom, and opportunity across all styles and levels.

Our values are built around integrity, inclusivity, and respect — ensuring that every dancer can perform with confidence, knowing they’re supported by clear rules, safe environments, and a culture of honest competition. From strong floor craft to safeguarding standards, we’re here to protect what matters most: the dancers.

Be part of a movement that puts people first — and dance on your own terms.

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Types of Membership

  • Professional (18 and above)

  • Dance Schools & Studios

  • Educational Schools

  • Amateur Competing (16 and above)

  • Amateur Teacher (18 and above)

  • Music/Scrutineer/Promoter

  • International

  • Junior (12-15 inclusive)

  • Juvenile (up to 11 inclusive)

  • Parent or legal guardian

  • Photographer

Which membership is right for you

  • Professional

    100£
    Valid for one year
    • Professional dance insurance
    • Sponsorship for their adjudicating programme
    • Entrance to BDSA competitions
    • Free spectator entrance to all BDSA competitions
    • BDSA Newsletter
    • Adjudicators License
  • International Professional

    100£
    Valid for one year
    • Eligible for UK competitions
    • Newsletter
    • Member offers
    • Insurance when competing in UK events
    • Assistance with Visas
  • Dance Schools & Studios

    120£
    Valid for 12 months
    • Newsletter
    • Students eligible to enter BDSA competition
    • Discounts to BDSA competitions
    • Member offers
    • Reduced rates for advertising, newsletters, website, more
    • DBS checking service
    • Event Insurance
    • Personal Indemnity Insurance
    • **Must provide a copy of their insurance documents to BDSA
  • Amateur Teacher

    75£
    Valid for one year
    • Qualify for the league (able to enter competitions)
    • Dance insurance (training and competitions)
    • BDSA Newsletter
    • Access to members only competitions, events and giveaways
    • Access to DBS teachers
  • Amateur Adult, Junior, Juvenile

    25£
    Valid for one year
    • Automatic right to enter our competitions
    • Dance insurance
    • Newsletter
    • Access to members only competitions and events and giveaways
    • Access to DBS teachers
  • International Amateur

    25£
    Valid for one year
    • Eligible for UK competitions
    • Newsletter
    • Member offers
    • Insurance when competing in UK events
    • Assistance with Visas
  • Parent or Legal Guardian

    25£
    Valid for one year
    • Access to enhanced DBS teachers list
    • Parent workshops
    • Newsletter
  • Photographers

    75£
    Valid for one year
    • BDSA registered lanyard (to be worn at all BDSA comp's)
    • Must provide a copy of their insurance documents to the BDSA
    • Newsletter
  • Music/Scrutineer/Promoter

    100£
    Valid for one year
    • Promoter events will go in newsletters
    • Reduced rates for advertising, newsletters, website, more
    • Event Insurance
    • Personal Indemnity Insurance
  • Educational Schools

    250£
    Valid for one year
    • Newsletter
    • Access to accredited and DBS dance teachers
    • Opportunity to deliver dance awards
    • Variable discount to students attending BDSA competitions
    • Variable discounts to students attending BDSA masterclasses
    • Variable discounts to students attending BDSA training days
    • 2x visits from BDSA rep's - as part of Dance into Schools
    • Involvement in BDSA run campaigns
    • Safeguarding package delivered (posters, wristbands, flyers)
    • Policies
    • Related support
    • Other associated benefits
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