Follow the daily behind-the-scenes diary of our Summer Camp as NFAD students put on High School Musical in just one week – from auditions to final curtain call.

We’re excited to be hosting a powerful and uplifting Butterfly Mind Workshop at NFAD this November – specially designed for young people in Years 6 to 13.

Adult Contemporary Workshop - 13th September

This term has seen an incredible run of success for several of our talented students — from full-time vocational placements to major professional castings. Here, we celebrate three stand-out achievements from Quinn, Stephanie & Amelie, and Ella.

Our P.R.O.U.D Values express the spirit of NFAD, not just as a dance school, but as a place where young people grow in confidence, creativity, and character.

Dance isn’t just fun—it’s a powerful tool for physical, mental, and social development. At NFAD, we see how movement impacts lives from the youngest beginners to our dedicated adult class.

See who has won a S.T.A.R.S award and who is our Student of the Month this month.

How do you know if your child is ready to start dance classes? And what will their first few weeks be like?

At New Forest Academy of Dance, dance exams aren't a requirement—they're a potential milestone in a dancer’s journey, there to celebrate hard-earned progress.

Go behind the curtain and discover how NFAD brings its performances to life — from rehearsals and costumes to the teamwork that makes every show a success.

Dance isn’t just for children—at NFAD, our adult classes offer learners of all ages a chance to rediscover movement, creativity, and community in a supportive environment.

We’re delighted to be sponsoring this year’s Oakhaven Family Fun Day on Saturday 28th June, held in the beautiful grounds of Oakhaven Hospice in Lymington.

We are proud to be launching the Embody Future Teachers Programme at the New Forest Academy of Dance – an inspiring and accredited course designed to empower our young dancers aged 11 and above to begin their journey into dance teaching.

This year marks a very special milestone for the New Forest Academy of Dance – it’s Miss Kayleigh’s 10th anniversary as Principal, and we’re throwing a party (actually, two!) to celebrate with all our students and their families.

Read all about out fabulous 2025 show season!