Ofqual-recognised Level 4 Freestyle
Everything in the Associate, plus additional Level 4 units and an Ofqual-recognised diploma, so you can teach in schools, colleges and other educational settings.
Includes everything in the Associate courseApply for your placeNo payment is required before your suitability call.
The qualification
How the course runs
An hour of Level 4 content each Tuesday, followed by the two-hour shared Associate session, then two hours a week for the final month.
An induction day, a mid-course studio day, your mock exam and your examinations, all in Surrey.
Submit regular videos of your practical work and receive detailed individual feedback to keep you progressing.
A full individual mock exam with an IDTA examiner and dedicated preparation for your Level 4 class exam.
What you’ll study
Level 4 runs alongside the Associate sessions, with extra Level 4 time each week and a final month dedicated to your class exam.
Unit 1
Health and safety, risk assessments and a portfolio, submitted to and passed by the IDTA before you move forward.
Unit 2
The Associate Freestyle content, studied alongside the Associate students.
Unit 3
Teaching a class in front of an IDTA examiner.
Weeks 1–10
Weeks 11–16
Weeks 16–20
20 October 2026 intake
All practical days and examinations take place in Surrey. Full venue details are provided before the course begins.
Tuesday 20 October 2026
First live online session
Saturday 24 October 2026To be confirmed
Induction in Surrey: meet your tutors, collect theory books and train on all syllabus work
Saturday 5 December 2026To be confirmed
Full day in Surrey practising all routines with clear counts and communication
Saturday 16 January 2027To be confirmed
A full mock exam with an IDTA examiner, with personalised feedback
Saturday 30 January 2027To be confirmed
Your Associate (Unit 2) examination, in person in Surrey
Spring 2027To be confirmed
Teaching a class in front of an IDTA examiner
Pricing
Tuition fee
Price To be confirmed
Payment plan
Deposit and instalment plan to be confirmedTo be confirmed
No payment is required before your suitability call.
Included in your tuition
IDTA examination fees aren’t included in your tuition and are paid separately.
IDTA membership and registration fees are also separate.
Meet your tutors
DTTA is the only dance teacher training academy where the President of the IDTA personally prepares you for your IDTA qualification.
President of the IDTA, Senior Examiner and International Dance Educator
With more than 40 years in the dance industry, Loraine is an internationally respected teacher, choreographer, adjudicator, IDTA Senior Examiner and Fellow of the IDTA.
Dance Principal, Teacher Trainer and Experienced Dance Educator
With more than 35 years in dance education and school leadership, Lara has taught dancers of all ages and is dedicated to helping aspiring teachers lead safe, confident and inspiring classes.
FAQs
Adults aged 18 and over who want to become qualified dance teachers or develop their existing teaching careers. No previous teaching qualification is required, all genders are welcome and there is no upper age limit.
The IDTA (International Dance Teachers Association) is the established professional association that sets the syllabus, examines candidates and awards your qualification. DTTA (Dance Teacher Training Academy) is the training academy, founded by Loraine Hastings and Lara King, that teaches you and prepares you for your IDTA examination. You train with DTTA, and your qualification is awarded by the IDTA.
You should have received some formal dance training and consider yourself at an intermediate level or above. We assess each applicant individually during the suitability call.
The Associate qualifies you to teach professionally. Level 4 includes the Associate content plus broader study and an Ofqual-recognised diploma, supporting opportunities in schools, colleges and other educational settings.
Choose Associate for a direct route into professional teaching. Choose Level 4 for broader academic recognition, especially if you want to teach in schools or colleges.
No. Most training is delivered live online, supported by four face-to-face practical training days in Surrey.
The four face-to-face training days take place in Surrey. Full venue details will be provided before the course begins.
Associate students attend one two-hour weekly session. Level 4 students join this session, followed by an additional one-hour session covering the extra Level 4 units.
Recordings are available, but live attendance is strongly encouraged because discussion, feedback and practical correction are important parts of the training.
The final examination is expected to take place in Surrey. Exact arrangements will be confirmed during the course.
You’ll hold a recognised IDTA teaching qualification, may apply for IDTA membership, and can become eligible for insurance to teach or open your own dance school. Loraine and Lara can guide you through the next steps.
Yes. A 15% deposit is required only after your suitability call and invitation to enrol. Nothing is payable before the call.
Yes. International students can apply, but they must attend the live online training and travel to Surrey for the required practical days and examination.
Applications are open for the 20 October 2026 intake. Complete the short application form and book your suitability call with Loraine or Lara.
Limited places
Small class sizes for personal support
Speak with a tutor
A short call to make sure it’s the right fit for you
Secure your place
Reserve your spot with a 15% deposit