Est. 1990 · Dublin, Ireland

Shaping The Next
Generation Of Dancers

Founded in 1990, the College of Dance is Ireland’s leading provider of full-time, foundation-level training in dance and performing arts.

About The College

A Legacy Of Excellence In Performing Arts.

Our graduates progress to top international conservatoires & schools, often on scholarships and build successful careers across the global industry.

The College’s intensive two-year programme develops strong technical and performance skills across a wide range of disciplines, including Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Commercial, Tap, Acro, and more, alongside studies in anatomy, nutrition and dance history.

Training is delivered by an experienced faculty, former professional dancers and choreographers themselves, in a supportive environment where each student’s potential is nurtured.

35+

Years Of Experience

11

Expert Faculty

Global Alumni

1990

Established

Graduate Success

Where Talent Becomes A Career.

Our graduates have gone on to study, and win scholarships to some of the most prestigious international training programs and conservatoires for dance and theatre studies. Graduates can be found working in these fields worldwide.

100%

Graduate Success Rate

The College of Dance continues its pedigree of success with another year of all graduating students receiving offers.

Global

University Offers

All auditioning student were offered places to elite colleges & universities, many with multiple offers.

Annual

Student Scholarships

Achieving scholarships every year for our students highlights the incredible pedigree delivered by the College.

€1M+

Scholarship Value Awarded

Scholarships range in value from a contribution towards further studies to 3-year full scholarship for our students.

Full time

Three Full Time Courses.

Transition Year Programme – Full Time

A one-year foundation programme designed to build core technique across ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap and more. Ideal for TY students looking to broaden their skills and develop enhanced technical and performance skills across all disciplines.

1 Year · Full-Time

Ages 14–16

Foundation Level

TY Students

Certificate in Dance - One Year Full Time

A one-year foundation programme designed to build core technique across ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap and more. Ideal for Students looking to broaden their skills and develop enhanced technical and performance skills across all disciplines.

1 Year · Full-Time

Ages 16+

Foundation level

Diploma in Dance – Two Years Full Time

Our flagship two-year programme delivering the highest level of professional training, offering a full range of dance styles along side voclas and drama. Our diploma offers the most comprehensive preparation for auditions and a professional career.

2 Years · Full-Time

Ages 16+

Audition Prep

Short term

Short Term Training Options.

Summer Intensive Courses

Join us for our exciting week-long Summer Intensives, taking place:
12–16 July and 9–13 August 2027

Designed for dancers aged 12+ with prior training, these immersive courses focus on building technique, performance, and confidence in a supportive, professional environment.

Easter Intensive Courses

Ready to take your dancing up a level this Easter?
Spend three action-packed days at the College of Dance Easter Intensive, developing your skills, pushing yourself and dancing alongside other young performers.

Tuesday 23rd March – Thursday 25th March 2027

Open to dancers aged 12+ with previous training, the Intensive is all about building stronger technique, growing in confidence and developing your performance skills in a fun, positive and inspiring environment.

Three days. Lots of dancing. New challenges. New friends. A whole lot of fun.

Open Days - Come And Visit Us

Visit the studio. Meet the faculty.

Stay in the loop! Register for our upcoming open days where you can visit our studio and meet with our expereinced teachers.

Accreditations & Affiliations

Recognised By The

Industry's Best.

Our standards are validated by leading awarding bodies and international performance organisations.

LCME Partner

Graded exams, Diploma in Musical Theatre, or the DipLCM Teaching Diploma

Our standards are validated by leading awarding bodies and international performance organisations.

Recognised Qualification · UCAS / CAO Points

Dance World Cup

Associate - DWC Education Programme

As a Dance World Cup Associate for their Education Programme since 2026, the College is delighted to partner with the DWC team, supporting international opportunities and awarding scholarships to exceptional dance talent worldwide

International · Events · Scholarships

In Their Own Words

Voices Of Our

Alumni & Families.

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Just dropping my granddaughter to college.
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My daughter just started her second year with the college. If you are serious about a career in dance or theater, it just to learn great life skills the college is an absolute must! The teaching team are brilliant at what they do and have done so much to develop the dancers, giving them an insight and some of the tools needed to succeed in a challenging career choice! Highly recommend for TY and post leaving cert.
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This is an amazing dance and performing arts college. My daughter completed their transition year program and had the best year of her life. Since then she’s attended the College’s summer and Easter intensives. This year she auditioned for performing arts university in Europe and got 4 offers including one with a €43,000 scholarship. We can’t thank the College of Dance enough for everything their have done. This is a fantastic College and I would recommend it to anyone serious about a career in performing arts.
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My daughter has just finished Transition year and I cannot recommend the college more. From professional teachers to committed environment. She has absolutely loved the year and has made friends for life. And the graduation show was exceptional!!!
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My daughter just completed the transition year course. I cannot recommend the college, teachers and experience enough. It has been an amazing year for my daughter. The teaching staff are full of passion and instill this in each student, providing encouragement, motivation and direction at every step and tap. It's really not like other colleges with days off, long holidays and you know yourself. It's full speed from the get go and doesn't let up until they graduate. Besides the huge range of dance, acting and singing skills they acquire, the life lessons they build are immeasurable: accountability, responsibility, reliability, punctuality, professionalism are just a few. And she's made friend's for life. When you see a 16 year old with a head cold refuse to stay in bed and drag herself across the city on buses and trains, on a raining January morning, you know the teachers are doing something right. If you have a teen into dance, send them here. You wont regret it.
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My daughter has attended the College of Dance for two years. The instructors are fantastic — challenging the students to be the best they can be while being supportive. Highly recommended.
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loved it
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My daughter is currently in the Transition Year Program at the College of Dance. As a parent I was apprehensive about sending her to Dublin from Kerry but I now know we made the right decision. She is enjoying every aspect of the course. Teachers are very professional in their specific areas but also show extreme kindness, care and understanding to all their students. My daughter had ballet and jazz experience both of which she is still pursuing in the college as well as contemporary, commercial, tap, pilates, drama/vocals, ballet studies, jazz studies, contemporary studies and choreography. Despite not having experience in many of these areas, it didn't hold her back in any way. The facilities are wonderful and there are lots of public transport options close to the college. I would highly recommend this course for anyone who is passionate about dancing.
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The College of Dance is the premier dance educator for full time dance and performance arts training. Excellent teachers, solid training, wonderful top class studios and facilities. I began my full dance training at the College. The excellent teachers gave me a strong, solid & well rounded dance training. With their support and guidance I continued further training in the Uk. I forged a successful career in the performing arts and as a dance teacher, The College of Dance was crucial to my career path. Now as Artistic Director I am in the position to ensure the next generation of young dancers and performers receive the solid training in dance and performing arts as I did. The College of Dance is a professionally run organisation, offering diverse programmes to match the needs of students and current trends in the industry. Ensuring our students leave with a strong, solid technique and a balanced education in all areas of the performance industry.
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