Train - Retain - Gain
Train - Retain - Gain
Accredited Student Assistant Training Programme
Accredited Student Assistant Training Programme
★★★★★
" There has been such a positive response from the students and parents saying they are ‘buzzing’ and they can’t wait to progress further in their training and gain their accreditation! "
" There has been such a positive response from the students and parents saying they are ‘buzzing’ and they can’t wait to progress further in their training and gain their accreditation! "
Kim Edwards-Waight – YEM Theatre School
Future Dance Teachers
Future Dance Teachers
How It Works
How It Works
The Future Dance Teachers programme is a CPD-accredited training pathway for dancers aged 11+. Delivered in your studio by a member of your teaching team, the four engaging training sessions help young dancers grow in confidence while developing their leadership and communication skills. Join the growing community of 60+ UK dance schools benefitting from the programme.
Train, retain, and gain — developing your next generation of assistant teachers from within.
Train, retain, and gain — developing your next generation of assistant teachers from within.
10 Month Course
Start at anytime. Begin with either course 1, 2 or 3 depending on your student.
4 In-Studio Training Sessions
You or your team deliver 4 x 1.5 hour sessions in your dance school. Made easy with guided coursebooks and workbooks.
Students Participate in Classes
With just 30 minutes a week, students build confidence and skills by observing or participating in younger classes.
Track Your Student's Progress
Visual workbooks featuring; Attendance logs, Individual Goals, Evaluations and Learning Logs, keeps track of students progress.
4 Courses Available
Students start at 11+ and work their way up through Courses 1, 2, 3 and 4 – each one building on their training.
CPD Points Rewarded at Every Level
On completion of the training students receive CPD-accredited certificates. Points are internationally recognised and accredited by the CPD Group.
Students on this programme are learners in training. They are not employees and must always be supervised by a qualified teacher. Dance schools are responsible for obtaining free child work permits from their local authority for each student participating in the course. If a student is below the age required for a child work permit, they should complete the First Steps version of the course. These are designed as learning and observation-based programmes, rather than practical assisting roles.
Interactive Workbooks
Interactive Workbooks
The Future Dance Teachers workbooks are visual, practical and engaging workbooks that bring training to life. Students write, reflect and role play real teaching scenarios, building confidence as they develop key skills. Professionally designed and fully done for you, the CPD-aligned content builds leadership, communication and assistant teaching skills step by step. Teachers are supported with an annotated Course Leader Handbook, ensuring confident delivery through a clear, proven framework.
Future Dance Teachers
Future Dance Teachers
How It Works
How It Works
The Future Dance Teachers programme is a CPD-accredited training pathway for dancers aged 11+. Delivered in your studio by a member of your teaching team, the four engaging training sessions help young dancers grow in confidence while developing their leadership and communication skills. Join the growing community of 50+ UK dance schools benefitting from the programme.
Train, retain, and gain — developing your next generation of assistant teachers from within.
Train, retain, and gain — developing your next generation of assistant teachers from within.
10 Month Course
Start at anytime. Begin with either course 1, 2 or 3 depending on your student.
4 In-Studio Training Sessions
You or your team deliver 4 x 1.5 hour sessions in your dance school. Made easy with guided coursebooks and workbooks.
Students Participate in Classes
With just 30 minutes a week, students build confidence and skills by observing or participating in younger classes.
Track Your Student's Progress
Visual workbooks featuring; Attendance logs, Individual Goals, Evaluations and Learning Logs, keeps track of students progress.
4 Courses Available
Students start at 11+ and work their way up through Courses 1, 2, 3 and 4 – each one building on their training.
CPD Points Rewarded at Every Level
On completion of the training students receive CPD-accredited certificates. Points are internationally recognised and accredited by the CPD Group.
Students on this programme are learners in training. They are not employees and must always be supervised by a qualified teacher. Dance schools are responsible for obtaining free child work permits from their local authority for each student participating in the course. If a student is below the age required for a child work permit, they should complete the First Steps version of the course. These are designed as learning and observation-based programmes, rather than practical assisting roles.
Interactive Workbooks
Interactive Workbooks
The Future Dance Teachers workbooks are visual, practical and engaging workbooks that bring training to life. Students write, reflect and role play real teaching scenarios, building confidence as they develop key skills. Professionally designed and fully done for you, the CPD-aligned content builds leadership, communication and assistant teaching skills step by step. Teachers are supported with an annotated Course Leader Handbook, ensuring confident delivery through a clear, proven framework.
Designed by a Dance School Owner, for Dance Schools
Designed by a Dance School Owner, for Dance Schools
Hello! I’m Emma Bright, founder of Embody Dance Studio and creator of Future Dance Teachers. I hold a BA (Hons) in Dance and have over 17 years’ experience of founding and directing Embody Dance Studio.
The programme builds essential life skills — communication, presentation, punctuality, and commitment — while opening young dancers’ eyes to the many aspects of assisting in a class and the future pathways into teaching. The physical workbooks and practical tasks make the programme fun, visual and accessible to young learners.
The course goes beyond technique, exploring themes such as role models, nerves, and inclusivity, while nurturing confidence and self-belief.
Originally written for my own studio in 2022, the programme has now reached over 950 students across 60+ dance schools — and it continues to grow every day.
Emma x
The programme builds essential life skills — communication, presentation, punctuality, and commitment — while opening young dancers’ eyes to the many aspects of assisting in a class and the future pathways into teaching. The physical workbooks and practical tasks make the programme fun, visual and accessible to young learners.
The course goes beyond technique, exploring themes such as role models, nerves, and inclusivity, while nurturing confidence and self-belief.
Originally written for my own studio in 2022, the programme has now reached over 950 students across 60+ dance schools — and it continues to grow every day.
Emma x
Designed by a Dance School Owner, for Dance Schools
Designed by a Dance School Owner, for Dance Schools
Hello! I’m Emma Bright, founder of Embody Dance Studio and creator of Future Dance Teachers. I hold a BA (Hons) in Dance and have over 17 years’ experience of founding and directing Embody Dance Studio.
The programme builds essential life skills — communication, presentation, punctuality, and commitment — while opening young dancers’ eyes to the many aspects of assisting in a class and the future pathways into teaching. The physical workbooks and practical tasks make the programme fun, visual and accessible to young learners.
The course goes beyond technique, exploring themes such as role models, nerves, and inclusivity, while nurturing confidence and self-belief.
Originally written for my own studio in 2022, the programme has now reached over 950 students across 60+ dance schools — and it continues to grow every day.
Emma x
The programme builds essential life skills — communication, presentation, punctuality, and commitment — while opening young dancers’ eyes to the many aspects of assisting in a class and the future pathways into teaching. The physical workbooks and practical tasks make the programme fun, visual and accessible to young learners.
The course goes beyond technique, exploring themes such as role models, nerves, and inclusivity, while nurturing confidence and self-belief.
Originally written for my own studio in 2022, the programme has now reached over 950 students across 60+ dance schools — and it continues to grow every day.
Emma x
Watch the programme in action...
Watch the programme in action...
Watch the programme in action...
Watch the programme in action...
Course Progression
Course Progression
11-13 Years Old? - First Steps Versions
11-13 Years Old? - First Steps Versions
Students can progress through the programme in a way that best supports their age, confidence, and stage of development.
The first two courses - Intro To Assisting and Confidence & Connection - are designed with two distinct pathways:
First Steps (Learning & Observation) – for ages 11–13, this pathway is focused purely on learning, observing, and building foundational knowledge. It is ideal for dance schools who are not permitted to have under 14's assisting, or where child work permits would be required. There is no assisting in class at this stage. Instead, students within their own class, develop key understanding around communication, class structure, and the role of a teacher, preparing them for future progression.
Assisting – typically for ages 14+, for students who are ready to begin supporting within other classes and gaining practical assisting experience. It is suitable for dance schools where assisting is permitted or where child work permits are in place.
If a student begins on the First Steps pathway, they do not need to repeat the course when they are ready to assist. They simply move forward to the next level, building on the knowledge and confidence they have already developed.
Our advanced courses – Learning to Lead and All Age Teaching – are designed for ages 14+. Younger dancers can continue progressing through First Steps and introductory levels until they reach the appropriate age.
This flexible structure ensures every Future Dance Teacher can grow with confidence, developing skills at the right time and in the right way.
The first two courses - Intro To Assisting and Confidence & Connection - are designed with two distinct pathways:
First Steps (Learning & Observation) – for ages 11–13, this pathway is focused purely on learning, observing, and building foundational knowledge. It is ideal for dance schools who are not permitted to have under 14's assisting, or where child work permits would be required. There is no assisting in class at this stage. Instead, students within their own class, develop key understanding around communication, class structure, and the role of a teacher, preparing them for future progression.
Assisting – typically for ages 14+, for students who are ready to begin supporting within other classes and gaining practical assisting experience. It is suitable for dance schools where assisting is permitted or where child work permits are in place.
If a student begins on the First Steps pathway, they do not need to repeat the course when they are ready to assist. They simply move forward to the next level, building on the knowledge and confidence they have already developed.
Our advanced courses – Learning to Lead and All Age Teaching – are designed for ages 14+. Younger dancers can continue progressing through First Steps and introductory levels until they reach the appropriate age.
This flexible structure ensures every Future Dance Teacher can grow with confidence, developing skills at the right time and in the right way.
Strong Returns for Your Studio – Financially and Beyond
Strong Returns for Your Studio – Financially and Beyond
All our courses deliver a quick financial return. With a recommended student fee of £250–£325 per course, most studios break even with just two to three students, then typically go on to generate £1,500–£3,000+ per year.
Beyond the financial benefit, the programme strengthens your classes by developing a reliable team of confident young assistants. You can also create tailored course combinations at checkout to suit your studio’s unique pathway.
Beyond the financial benefit, the programme strengthens your classes by developing a reliable team of confident young assistants. You can also create tailored course combinations at checkout to suit your studio’s unique pathway.
Course Progression
Course Progression
11-13 Years Old? - First Steps Versions
11-13 Years Old? - First Steps Versions
Students can progress through the programme in a way that best supports their age, confidence, and stage of development.
The first two courses - Intro To Assisting and Confidence & Connection - are designed with two distinct pathways:
First Steps (Learning & Observation) – for ages 11–13, this pathway is focused purely on learning, observing, and building foundational knowledge. It is ideal for dance schools who are not permitted to have under 14's assisting, or where child work permits would be required. There is no assisting in class at this stage. Instead, students within their own class, develop key understanding around communication, class structure, and the role of a teacher, preparing them for future progression.
Assisting – typically for ages 14+, for students who are ready to begin supporting within other classes and gaining practical assisting experience. It is suitable for dance schools where assisting is permitted or where child work permits are in place.
If a student begins on the First Steps pathway, they do not need to repeat the course when they are ready to assist. They simply move forward to the next level, building on the knowledge and confidence they have already developed.
Our advanced courses – Learning to Lead and All Age Teaching – are designed for ages 14+. Younger dancers can continue progressing through First Steps and introductory levels until they reach the appropriate age.
This flexible structure ensures every Future Dance Teacher can grow with confidence, developing skills at the right time and in the right way.
The first two courses - Intro To Assisting and Confidence & Connection - are designed with two distinct pathways:
First Steps (Learning & Observation) – for ages 11–13, this pathway is focused purely on learning, observing, and building foundational knowledge. It is ideal for dance schools who are not permitted to have under 14's assisting, or where child work permits would be required. There is no assisting in class at this stage. Instead, students within their own class, develop key understanding around communication, class structure, and the role of a teacher, preparing them for future progression.
Assisting – typically for ages 14+, for students who are ready to begin supporting within other classes and gaining practical assisting experience. It is suitable for dance schools where assisting is permitted or where child work permits are in place.
If a student begins on the First Steps pathway, they do not need to repeat the course when they are ready to assist. They simply move forward to the next level, building on the knowledge and confidence they have already developed.
Our advanced courses – Learning to Lead and All Age Teaching – are designed for ages 14+. Younger dancers can continue progressing through First Steps and introductory levels until they reach the appropriate age.
This flexible structure ensures every Future Dance Teacher can grow with confidence, developing skills at the right time and in the right way.
Strong Returns for Your Studio – Financially and Beyond
Strong Returns for Your Studio – Financially and Beyond
All our courses deliver a quick financial return. With a recommended student fee of £250–£325 per course, most studios break even with just two to three students, then typically go on to generate £1,500–£3,000+ per year.
Beyond the financial benefit, the programme strengthens your classes by developing a reliable team of confident young assistants. You can also create tailored course combinations at checkout to suit your studio’s unique pathway.
Beyond the financial benefit, the programme strengthens your classes by developing a reliable team of confident young assistants. You can also create tailored course combinations at checkout to suit your studio’s unique pathway.
Future Dance Teachers
Future Dance Teachers
FDT Packs
FDT Packs
FDT pack includes:
- Full Colour Student Workbook per student
- Annotated Full Colour Course Leader Handbook x 1
- FDT T-shirt with your dance school logo per student
- Members Hub Access for templates and launch docs
- A4 Certificates with CPD points per student (requested on course completion)
- Access to Studio Partners Facebook Group
- Full Colour Student Workbook per student
- Annotated Full Colour Course Leader Handbook x 1
- FDT T-shirt with your dance school logo per student
- Members Hub Access for templates and launch docs
- A4 Certificates with CPD points per student (requested on course completion)
- Access to Studio Partners Facebook Group
Pricing
Pricing
The table below outlines the pricing for each course of the Future Dance Teachers programme.
Prices are subject to change.
Prices are subject to change.
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Intro To
Assisting
Assisting
RRP Student Fee £250
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Confidence & Connection
RRP Student Fee £275
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Learning
To Lead
To Lead
RRP Student Fee £300
school
All Age
Teaching
Teaching
RRP Student Fee £325
FDT Packs
FDT Packs
FDT pack includes:
- Full Colour Student Workbook per student
- Annotated Full Colour Course Leader Handbook x 1
- FDT T-shirt with your dance school logo per student
- Members Hub Access for templates and launch docs
- A4 Certificates with CPD points per student (requested on course completion)
- Access to Studio Partners Facebook Group
- Full Colour Student Workbook per student
- Annotated Full Colour Course Leader Handbook x 1
- FDT T-shirt with your dance school logo per student
- Members Hub Access for templates and launch docs
- A4 Certificates with CPD points per student (requested on course completion)
- Access to Studio Partners Facebook Group
Pricing
Pricing
The table below outlines the pricing for each course of the Future Dance Teachers programme.
Prices are subject to change.
Prices are subject to change.
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Intro To
Assisting
Assisting
RRP Student Fee £250
looks_two
Confidence &
Connection
Connection
RRP Student Fee £275
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Learning
To Lead
To Lead
RRP Student Fee £300
school
All Age
Teaching
Teaching
RRP Student Fee £325
How do I market this to my students?
How do I market this to my students?
We’ve made it easy for your dancers and their families to learn more about the Future Dance Teachers programme.
Simply direct them to our dedicated student website:
Simply direct them to our dedicated student website:
The site is designed for 11+ year olds and their parents. It explains the programme in a clear, friendly way – covering everything from how it works to what they’ll learn at each level.
You can share the link in your class emails, newsletters, or studio WhatsApp groups to build excitement and interest among your next generation of dance assistants.
You can share the link in your class emails, newsletters, or studio WhatsApp groups to build excitement and interest among your next generation of dance assistants.
How do I market this to my students?
How do I market this to my students?
We’ve made it easy for your dancers and their families to learn more about the Future Dance Teachers programme.
Simply direct them to our dedicated student website:
Simply direct them to our dedicated student website:
The site is designed for 11+ year olds and their parents. It explains the programme in a clear, friendly way – covering everything from how it works to what they’ll learn at each level.
You can share the link in your class emails, newsletters, or studio WhatsApp groups to build excitement and interest among your next generation of dance leaders
You can share the link in your class emails, newsletters, or studio WhatsApp groups to build excitement and interest among your next generation of dance leaders
"The course is absolutely fantastic! So so good – it was so easy to get up and running and is exactly what I needed to train my students effectively and get new ones to start!
I am also making extra money for my studio so it’s a win-win for me!"
I am also making extra money for my studio so it’s a win-win for me!"
Jo Tod - JHM Dance and Cheer
West Lothian, Scotland
Information accurate at time of recording
Listen In!
Podcast with Deborah Laws & Emma Bright
Listen In!
Podcast with Deborah Laws & Emma Bright
Podcast with Deborah Laws & Emma Bright
What is CPD?
What is CPD?
Use this video to help you understand how the CPD points attached to our programmes can benefit your students.
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There is also more information on how teenagers can use these CPD points in our FAQs
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There is also more information on how teenagers can use these CPD points in our FAQs
What is CPD?
What is CPD?
Use this video to help you understand how the CPD points attached to our programmes can benefit your students.
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There is also more information on how teenagers can use these CPD points in our FAQs
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There is also more information on how teenagers can use these CPD points in our FAQs
Got Questions?
Got Questions?
Check out our FAQs by clicking HERE
How do I market this to my students?
How do I market this to my students?
Check out our dedicated student website by clicking HERE
TRAIN future dance leaders with skills, confidence, and experience
RETAIN dancers aged 14+ through purpose and progression
GAIN extra income while building your school's lasting legacy
TRAIN future dance leaders with skills, confidence, and experience
RETAIN dancers aged 14+ through purpose and progression
GAIN extra income while building your school's lasting legacy
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Future Dance Teachers is designed for dancers aged 11+ who show potential and interest in leadership and assisting in classes. It’s ideal for students who want to build confidence, communication skills and real teaching experience within their own dance school.
Students develop leadership skills, confidence and practical class experience. They also gain 25+ internationally recognised CPD points, strengthening their CV and demonstrating commitment to personal development.
The course runs over approximately 10 months and includes:
- 4 x 1.5-hour in-studio training sessions
- Weekly in-class practical learning
This ensures a balance of structured learning and hands-on practice.
- 4 x 1.5-hour in-studio training sessions
- Weekly in-class practical learning
This ensures a balance of structured learning and hands-on practice.
Yes. You receive full training materials, structured workbooks, a Course Leader’s Handbook and ongoing support. A qualified teacher at your school simply follows the guidance provided to deliver each training day confidently.
You set your own pricing and students pay you directly.
For example, charging £25 per month over 10 months means just four students cover your initial investment. Any additional enrolments create clear profit for your studio.
For example, charging £25 per month over 10 months means just four students cover your initial investment. Any additional enrolments create clear profit for your studio.
CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accreditation confirms the programme meets recognised professional learning standards. Students earn formal CPD points that reflect structured training and measurable development.
The programme lasts around 10 months and can begin at any time of year. Training days can be scheduled to suit your calendar, including weekends or school holidays.
Yes. It is the responsibility of each dance school to obtain free child work permits from their local authority for any student undertaking the course where required.
Students who are below the eligible age for a child work permit should take part in the First Steps version of the programme. These courses focus on learning and observation within their own classes, rather than assisting in other classes.
Still Not Sure Whether This Is The Right Next Step For Your
Dance School?
Still Not Sure Whether This Is The Right Next Step For Your
Dance School?
Dance School?
Why not book a
Discovery Zoom Call with us?
Why not book a
Discovery Zoom Call with us?
Discovery Zoom Call with us?
We'd be happy to answer any questions you may have or help you to get started
Why not book a
Discovery Zoom Call with us?
Why not book a
Discovery Zoom Call with us?
Discovery Zoom Call with us?
We'd be happy to answer any questions you may have or help you to get started
Disclaimer – Child Work Permits
Dance Schools are responsible for securing free child work permits through their local authority for each student undertaking in the course.
Dance Schools are responsible for securing free child work permits through their local authority for each student undertaking in the course.
Embody Future Dance Teachers is a Trading Name of Embody Futures Ltd
Embody Future Dance Teachers is a Trading Name of Embody Futures Ltd