This auxiliary branch of the TDA, headed by Di Fincham and Denise Morrison was set up in 2015, specifically to train Associates.
MODERN, BALLET, TAP,
ACROBATICS, SOLO LATIN and HIP HOP.
BE COME PART OF AN ASSOCIATION WITH INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION
EXPAND YOUR IMPACT
Step into the next level of your teaching journey with the TDA Associate Training Programme. Designed for passionate dance educators who want to grow, refine and lead with confidence, this programme equips you with tools, knowledge and support to deliver exceptional training in today’s evolving dance world.
This isn’t just a course – it’s a professional pathway.
It is dedicated to producing effective, competent, and current new teachers, following each Associate’s progress in relation to the GOALS they must meet to qualify in each PART. Our format to train & qualifies teachers has been so successful that other Associations have followed suit. Every Associate’s registration date is logged; we know exactly when they are reaching “due date” to submit each of their GOALS; we know exactly when they must write their papers; submit their teaching videos, produce their projects, do their practical exams – we know their weaknesses and their strengths and most importantly, we ensure that each one of our Associate’s journey to qualifying is efficient and successful.
As the Coordinators, Di and Dee are fully committed to each Associate. They have a
24 hour “hot line” to us and together we are obsessed with producing teachers of
excellence.
To assist our Associates to qualify at their highest possible level we have compiled
an ASSOCIATE KIT covering everything that Associates must know about the
examining/teaching process, and we expose them to outside lecturers and training.
The TDA work hard and fast to continually inspire and motivate our Associates… our system to do this is so successful that other associations have gone the same route.
TDA = LEADERS …… never FOLLOWERS!
Theatre Dance Association…….paving the way!
WHY JOIN THE PROGRAMME
TRAIN WITH PURPOSE. TEACH WITH IMPACT. The TDA Associate Training Programme is designed to equip educator’s with the knowledge and structure to lead with clarity, elevate their teaching and shape the next generation of dancers.
As a TDA Associate, you will:
Gain deeper technical understanding across our syllabus.
Learn how to train dancers safely, effectively, and progressively.
Strengthen your class structure, corrections, and teaching approach.
Build credibility within a recognised and growing association.
Become part of a supportive, like-minded teaching community.
THIS PROGRAMME IS DESIGNED BY INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS WHO UNDERSTAND WHAT ACTUALLY WORKS IN STUDIOS TODAY.
Associates will receive access to ongoing resources, updates and support, ensuring they remain informed, connected, and continuously developing within the TDA system.
By the end of this programme, you won’t just feel more qualified – you’ll feel more capable, confident, and inspired in every class you teach. At TDA, we don’t believe in outdated or one-dimensional training. We focus on current, evolving technique. Practical and real-class application. Holistic dancer development (strength, artistry and longevity) and supporting teachers, not just assessing them.
WHAT WE OFFER
Members receive incentives, perks and givebacks with reduced prices to local, external and international events including free advertising within the network for TDA members’ events and business and social networking opportunities.
EXCLUSIVE SYLLABUS
Exclusive syllabi in Modern, Tap, Hip-Hop, Ballet, Acro & Solo Latin
.
EXAMINATIONS
Examinations and Performance Medals in all dance disciplines
TEACHER TRAINING
Experience the fusion of imagination and expertise with Études Architectural Solutions.
WORKSHOPS
Expert guest teaching faculty employed to motivate, inspire and challenge pupils and teachers in every aspect of the Performing Arts.
NATIONAL COMPETITIONS
TDA hosts many events and competitions, live & online, throughout the year to motivate and inspire the members.
GIVING BACK
Dancers for Dancers is an initiative to raise funds for Cape Town City Ballet. The TDA and its members have raised over R1,500,000 for CTCB since 2009