It was my very great pleasure to examine this weekend for two very good friends Philip and Christine Diment in Southampton. Philip and Christine have owned their school in Southampton for 43 years making it a very sustainable business. It is still a growing business as their daughter Hayley opened a sister school in Southampton. Philip is a Past President, Examiner and Director of the International Dance Teacher’s Association (IDTA). Christine is an established Championship A

As we are gripped with Royal Wedding Fever many of you dance teachers will have already arranged and be enjoying your own celebrations with students. Events planned might include a special buffet/dinner dance for adults or a red/white and blue party for the youngsters. It is these social events which act like glue to cement the relationship you have with the people who attend your dance school. The best way to get organized is to start at the beginning of the year with a cale