What's New

Discover What’s New in the World of Dance with Us! Welcome to our ‘What’s New’ page, where we’re excited to keep you in the rhythm of all things dance-related.

Here, you’ll find the latest updates on our dance holidays, exciting competitions, and a calendar of sequence events that promise to keep your dance spirit alive all year round.

Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or taking your first steps onto the sequence dance floor, there’s something for everyone.

Stay connected, stay inspired, and stay dancing with us.

Ada Unsworth Memorial Inventive Dance competiiton

Winning dances from the Ada Unsworth event, held Sunday 9th November. Rumba Laurent and Ariana Quickstep arranged by Eugene Barber and Lorraine Heron. Tyler Tango, arranged by Kerri Morse.

Twixmas 2025 Break – More Rooms Available NOW!

Twixmas Break Update – More Rooms Available NOW! Good news! our Twixmas Break in Llandudno was fully booked — but we’ve now secured more rooms! If you missed out before, now’s your chance to join us. Rooms are limited, so get in touch with Helen and Steven today to reserve your place before they’re gone ...

Blackpool 75th Sequence Festival Results

Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival Marks 75th Anniversary The Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival celebrated a remarkable milestone this year, marking its 75th Anniversary with a truly spectacular showcase of Classical, Modern, and Latin Sequence dancing. Held in the iconic Empress Ballroom at the Winter Gardens, the event once again reaffirmed the resort’s reputation as the spiritual home of dance in the UK. The Original ...

2026 Dance Breaks – on sale now!

We’re excited to announce that our 2026 Dance Breaks are now available to book! ✨ The Skipton Hotel, Skipton – April 2026 A perfect spring escape with great dancing and the beautiful Yorkshire Dales on your doorstep. ✨ The Kensington Hotel, Llandudno – June 2026 Join us for a wonderful summer getaway filled with dancing, music, ...

Allied Inventive Dance Winners

The Allied Dancing Association held its Inventive Dance Competition on Sunday 14th September at the Whitby Club in Ellesmere Port. It was an excellent day of dancing, with 16 couples entered across all three sections – Ballroom, Latin and Classical – in the search for exciting new sequence dance routines. The winners on the day ...

BDC Inventive Dance Winners

Celebrating 76 Years of Dance Innovation: British Dance Council’s Inventive Dance Competition Sunday 3rd August 2025 — the British Dance Council hosted its 76th Annual Classical, Latin & Modern Sequence Inventive Dance Competitions. This prestigious event drew top choreographers, dancers, and professionals from across the UK eager to showcase their creativity and compete for national ...

IDTA Inventive Dance winners results

IDTA Inventive Dance Competition – Spanish Hall, Blackpool Saturday, 5th July 2025 The IDTA Inventive Dance Competition was held on Saturday, 5th July 2025, in the elegant Spanish Hall at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool, as part of the annual IDTA Congress. Organised by the IDTA Sequence Faculty—Dallas Chapman (Chairman), Dawn Parker, Vicki Smith, Tracey Taylor, and Andrea ...

BATD Inventive Dance winners results

British Association of Teachers of Dancing – Inventive Dance Winners Announced in Stratford-upon-Avon On Sunday, 22 June 2025, the British Association of Teachers of Dancing (BATD) hosted its latest Inventive Dance Competition at the elegant Crowne Plaza Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon. Although entries were limited this year, the standard of dancing remained impressively high, reflecting the ...

UKA Inventive Dance Winners

The UKA Inventive Dance Competition, held on Sunday 1st June, brought together a wealth of talent from the worlds of ballroom, Latin, and classical to present original sequence routines that impressed both the audience and the expert panel of adjudicators. Winners from the day included: Michael’s Waltz arranged by Phillip and Gaynor Evans, an advanced ...

Speedwell Event – 31 August 2025

NEXT YEARS EVENT – Sunday 6th September 2026 An Unforgettable Day of Dance at the Speedwell Rooms on Sunday, 31st August 2025 – Chesterfield Join us for an evening filled with rhythm, elegance, and pure enjoyment at the Speedwell Rooms in Chesterfield. Social Sequence Dance The evening begins at 5:15 PM with a social sequence ...

North of Britain Inventive Dance Winners

Winners of the Easter Sequence Festival – North of Britain Inventive Dance Competitions Whitby Pavilion on Friday, 18th April 2025 The winners of this year’s Easter Sequence Festival, held at the iconic Whitby Pavilion. Congratulations to all the talented dancers who showcased their creativity and elegance across a range of categories: Classical Sequence: Lewis ...

AIBBD Winning Dances

The All Ireland Board of Ballroom Dancing (AIBBD) hosted its prestigious President’s Day on Saturday, 29th March 2025, at the elegant Lucan Spa Hotel in Dublin. The event brought together dancers from across the country for a vibrant day of competition, celebration, and socialising. Inventive Dance Competition The highlight of the afternoon was the Inventive Dance Competition, which ...

West of Britain Inventive Dance Competition Winners

West of Britain inventive dance competition winners. Classical section, Lissia Giles, with David’s Tango. Modern Section, Paul and Caroline Dellar, with Cacharel Quickstep. Latin section winner, Youlie Mouzafiarova, with El Picador Paso. You can watch the Classical online competition here until Monday at midnight.

NCDTA Inventive Dance Competition Winners

The Northern Counties Dance Teachers’ Association Ltd inventive dance competition was held on Sunday 19th January 2025. Classical Sequence section winners, Dr Maureen Smith partnered by Freja Smith, with Charles Waltz. Modern section winners, Winter Rose Waltz, arranged by John and Ann Rainey. Latin section winners, Gwen Cole partnered by Walter Nelson-Aylott with Mack Jive. ...

2025 Inventive Dance Competitions

2025 Inventive Dance Competition calendar. Below, you’ll find the confirmed competition dates, with more to be added as we receive updates from event organisers. Be sure to check back regularly for the latest additions and details on upcoming events. We look forward to another exciting year of new dances! For full details about each event ...

Tinsel and Turkey 2025 On Sale Now!

Get in the festive spirit and dance your way into Christmas with our Tinsel and Turkey Dance Holiday at the Bedford Hotel in St Annes. Join us for a Tinsel and Turkey Sequence Dance Holiday at the Bedford Hotel in St Annes from 28th November to 1st December 2025. Experience stylish accommodation and award-winning food ...

Ada Unsworth Memorial Inventive Dance Competition

Winning dances from the Ada Unsworth Memorial Event held on Sunday 10th November 2024. Gucci Swing arranged by Eugene Barber and Lorraine Heron. Wilton’s Waltz arranged by Beverley Murch-Fowkes and Sandra Brewster. Online event, Roku Rumba, arranged by Mark Webb and Rachel Almond.

74th Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival Highlights UK’s Top Choreographers in Original Sequence Dance Competition

74th Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival Highlights UK’s Top Choreographers in Original Sequence Dance Competition The 74th Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival recently took place in the iconic Winter Gardens Ballroom, showcasing the highly anticipated and prestigious Original Sequence Dance Competitions. The adjudicators—Sue Burroughs, Iverna Corcoran, Darren Park, Mark Paton, Andrew Pigg, Jackie Sanderson, and Anne Watkins—faced ...

Welcome to our NEW LOOK website!

Welcome to Our NEW LOOK Website! We are thrilled to welcome you to our fresh design website, dedicated to the world of sequence dancing! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or simply looking to dip your toes into the world of rhythm and movement, you’ve come to the right place. Dive into our inventive dance competition ...

Latest Dance Holidays

Discover the Magic of Sequence Dance Holidays – Explore Our Latest Getaways Today! Are you a fan of sequence dancing? Don’t miss our dedicated Sequence Dance Holiday page, designed to indulge your passion for dance and travel. Explore our website today and experience the thrill of dancing in breathtaking destinations, surrounded by like-minded dancers and ...

Blackpool Dance Festival Inventive Dance Competition winners

The Elegance of the Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival In a dazzling display of talent and creativity, the Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival’s Inventive Dance Competition took centre stage at the iconic Blackpool Winter Gardens Empress Ballroom last week. On Monday, the 23rd of October, dance professionals and sequence dancers gathered for an unforgettable afternoon of rhythmic ...

Dance Holidays are back!

Join Us at Your Favourite Destinations and Hotels We’re thrilled to announce that our highly anticipated dance holidays are making a comeback! Get ready to experience the magic of dancing in stunning locations and stylish hotels once again. Picture yourself twirling on the dance floor. From beachside getaways to the Yorkshire dales, we’ve handpicked your ...

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