Dance

We are the University of Derby Dance Team, a fun and inviting way to continue your dance journey or get back into your childhood hobby. We offer both competitive and recreational classes in a range of styles, including ballet, tap, jazz, hiphop/commerical, contemporary and wildcard.

COME AND MEET US 

Head on down to Freshers Fair (17th and 18th September)  to meet some of our committee and ask any questions you may have!

We also will be hosting give it a go sessions for you to come and try out some of our classes. Keep an eye out on our instagram for more infomation.

Training:

Our timetable is not currently confirmed for this year, although we usually train over 3 nights a week, Tuesday, Wenesday and Thursday.

Memberships:

To access the sessions, you will need both the Union Pass (£20) and …. Club Membership. The Union Sports Pass is a one-time annual fee of £20 that gives you access to participate within sports at your Union. As a Union Sports member, you receive the following benefits: 

  • Access to join our Sports Clubs and access training sessions 

  • You are eligible to compete in BUCS competition 

  • Able to purchase tickets to the Sports Awards 

  • Access to coaching and officiating bursaries through club application to the Union. 

The Union Sports Pass also helps keep our clubs affordable by helping the Union fund training and competition opportunities. 

We offer both open and competitve memberships. There is also a small competition fee for competitive members.

Awards and recognision:

During our most recent comp season, we gained a whopping 16 trophies!

3x FIRST PLACE

7x SECOND PLACE

1x THIRD PLACE

TWO choreography awards 

Team Spirit 

Best Costume 

And one of members picked up a dancer of the day trophy.

Recognised as Most Inclusive Club of the Year 2017 and 2019!

Awarded Committee of the Year 2022 and 2024!

Awarded Mental Health Champions 2023!

 Check out our social media for updates and open workshops:

Facebook: @uod.danceteam

Twitter: @uod_danceteam

Instagram: @uod_danceteam

Please feel free to contact us on any of our social media if you have any questions and we look forward to seeing you all soon!

Happy dancing!