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πŸ’™ A special memory from Cowal Highland Games 2026! πŸ’™ We’re so proud to have this BATD signed canvas, filled with the names of so many wonderful dancers, teachers, parents and supporters who helped make this year’s Cowal Highland Games so memorable. ✨ A very special keepsake celebrating our amazing dance community β€” it now takes pride of place at our BATD Head Office πŸ₯° πŸ‘€ Can you spot your name? @cowalgathering by @officialbatd
Cowal Highland Gathering 2026, here we come! πŸ“¦πŸ₯ The ducks are packed, the gift bags are ready, and we can’t wait to see you! πŸ’™ Pop by the BATD stall and say hello! 😊 @cowalgathering by @officialbatd
🌟 Be part of something extraordinary! 🌟 The 2026 BATD Trixie Hardy Scholarships are making history with the addition of Acrobatic Dance, and you have the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy. We're now inviting studios, businesses, and members of our dance community to sponsor our perpetual scholarship trophies and celebrate excellence while honouring the mentors who have shaped generations of dancers. Join us in recognizing the next generation of acrobatic talent! πŸ’™πŸ’› For more information - please visit https://batd.co.uk/en/news/general by @officialbatd
A weekend we’ll never forget ✨ Here’s a glimpse of the memories we made, the moments we shared, and the laughter that filled our 134th Annual Conference πŸ“Έ Thank you to everyone who made it so special πŸ’™ Already counting down to next year 🌟 by @officialbatd
BATD Conference 2026 – Safeguarding Lecture Announcement! We are pleased to announce an important and informative safeguarding lecture at this year’s BATD Conference, led by Sarah Hodkin. This session is designed to support both teachers and examiners by highlighting best practices, promoting awareness, and reinforcing the importance of safeguarding within the dance environment, counting towards your CPD. Please note, this lecture is mandatory for all examiners, but optional for teachers. ✨ Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to gain essential knowledge from an experienced professional. For more information, please visit the BATD website: https://www.batd.co.uk/en/conference/conference-details πŸ“© To book your place, please contact heather.gold@batd.co.uk πŸ“ž Or call 0141 427 3699 (ext. 222) We look forward to welcoming you! by @officialbatd
πŸ”₯ BATD Conference 2026 – Inspiring Lecture Programme! We are thrilled to present an outstanding line-up of student lectures and teacher-only lectures at this year’s BATD Conference β€” supporting high standards in teaching while encouraging students to strive for excellence. This is an incredible opportunity for students and teachers to learn directly from leading industry professionals and gain insight into today’s evolving dance world. ✨ We look forward to welcoming you to these informative and engaging sessions. For more information about these incredible lecturers, please head over to the BATD website to view their bios: www.batd.co.uk πŸ“© To book your place, please contact heather.gold@batd.co.uk πŸ“ž Or call 0141 427 3699 (ext. 222) by @officialbatd
✨ The date is set… ✨ The Carl Alan Awards are back! Join us as we celebrate the very best in dance at one of the most anticipated events of the year. πŸ“ Event Details πŸ—“ Saturday 10th October 2026 πŸ“Œ The Paradise Room Casino Building 525 Ocean Boulevard Pleasure Beach Blackpool FY4 1EZ Mark your calendarsβ€”this is a night you won’t want to miss πŸ’« Find out more: https://tdci.co.uk/carl-alan-awards by @officialbatd
πŸŽ‰ CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2026 UK BOBBY BARR FREESTYLE SENIOR SOLO WINNERS! πŸŽ‰ The talent on display this weekend was outstanding ⭐ Congratulations to all dancers and a huge well done to our winners! πŸ‘ πŸ† SENIOR SOLOS RESULTS ⭐ FREESTYLE 1ST PLACE – LEWIS LAING – LYNNE CROMBIE SCHOOL OF DANCE 2ND PLACE – DARCI KAYES – EXTRAVADANCE ACADEMY 3RD PLACE – LACIE MANSON – JOHN AND AGNES KNOX SCHOOL OF DANCE ⭐ HIP HOP 1ST PLACE – MAIA MCFALL – DOOGAN DANCE ACADEMY 2ND PLACE – JULIET SMITH – EXTRAVADANCE ACADEMY 3RD PLACE – MAISIE O’RAW – JANIE BURROWES SCHOOL OF DANCE ⭐ SLOWDANCE TIED 1ST PLACE – SIENNA ROSE BROWN AND OLIVIA YOUNG – DANCEDREAMS THEATRE SCHOOL 3RD PLACE – CAITLYN MCKEAN – DANCEDREAMS THEATRE SCHOOL A huge congratulations to all dancers and teachers involved πŸ₯³πŸŽ‰ by @officialbatd
πŸŽ‰ CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2026 UK BOBBY BARR FREESTYLE JUNIOR SOLO WINNERS! πŸŽ‰ What a fantastic standard of dancing from all ⭐ Huge congratulations to our winners and finalists! πŸ‘ πŸ† JUNIOR SOLOS RESULTS ⭐ SLOWDANCE 1ST PLACE – CARRI WATSON – DANCEDREAMS THEATRE SCHOOL 2ND PLACE – MARLI BOYLE – DANCEDREAMS THEATRE SCHOOL 3RD PLACE – CODI WALLACE – LE DANCE FUSION ⭐ FREESTYLE 1ST PLACE – LILY MCGOWAN – JOHN AND AGNES KNOX SCHOOL OF DANCE 2ND PLACE – PEYTON LOMAS – DANCEDREAMS THEATRE SCHOOL 3RD PLACE – MYLA MCGOWAN – JOHN AND AGNES KNOX SCHOOL OF DANCE ⭐ HIP HOP 1ST PLACE – LOIS HAGERTY – EXTRAVADANCE ACADEMY 2ND PLACE – ALBERT WINNEY – STAGES PERFORMERS ACADEMY 3RD PLACE – CARYS BROWN – JANIE BURROWES SCHOOL OF DANCE Amazing dancing from everyone involved πŸ₯³πŸŽ‰ by @officialbatd
πŸŽ‰ CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2026 UK BOBBY BARR FREESTYLE SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS! πŸŽ‰ What an incredible weekend celebrating outstanding talent! A massive well done to every candidateβ€”your hard work, passion, and performances were truly inspiring ⭐ Huge congratulations to our winning dancersβ€”your performances were exceptional! And of course, congratulations to the dedicated teachers behind the scenesβ€”your training and support are the reason these young performers continue to shine πŸ‘ πŸ† JUNIOR SCHOLARSHIP WINNER – SAVANNA MAUDSLEY – JANIE BURROWES SCHOOL OF DANCE RUNNER UP – LUCY CAMPBELL – MICHELLE FURLEY STAGE AND BALLET BOBBY BARR AWARD – MILAH MCGUIGAN – DOOGAN DANCE ACADEMY πŸ† SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP WINNER – EVA CAMERON – JANIE BURROWES SCHOOL OF DANCE RUNNER UP – ISLA GORDON – THE MURRAY HUNTER SCHOOL OF DANCE BOBBY BARR AWARD – AVA THORNTON – ANNE TAYLOR’S ACADEMY OF DANCE Congratulations to all dancers and teachers involved πŸ₯³πŸŽ‰ by @officialbatd
✨ HIGHLAND LECTURES – BATD CONFERENCE ✨ πŸ‘  Celia Orr MBE Preparing Students for Professional Exams 🏴 Alison Munro Highland Technique Inspiring, practical sessions designed especially for teachers. πŸ”’ Teachers only We can’t wait to see you there - full details of how to book will be available soon! by @officialbatd
πŸ”₯ STUDENT LECTURES at BATD Conference πŸ”₯ An incredible opportunity for students to learn from the best: 🎬 Commercial – Mick Scott πŸ‘ž Tap – Ollie Botterill from The Tap Chaps ✨ Jazz – Gillian Whyte Inspiring. Motivating. Industry-focused. πŸ“’ Booking details coming soon… don’t miss out! by @officialbatd

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