Why take an IDTA dance exam with Dancin' Motion?

1) Arrival Time

Please aim to arrive 30 minutes before your child’s exam time. Teachers and assistants will be available in the changing rooms to help with last-minute questions or to calm any nerves.

2) Entering the Studio

Please come in through the main DM entrance (a video with directions is available on our Rushcliffe page). We kindly ask everyone to be very quiet when entering, as exams may already be in progress.

Parents should drop off children at the entrance and return at the allocated pick-up time.

3) Hair Requirements

All children must have their hair in a classical ballet bun using a hair net, pins, grips, and plenty of gel/hairspray. If you use a bun “doughnut,” please choose a small/medium size, even for long hair.

4) At Home – Keeping Exams Positive

Please try not to let your child worry about their exam. We believe in every single student, and we know they will all do brilliantly. Dance is meant to be fun and rewarding, and we want exams to feel like a positive experience. The IDTA examiners are wonderfully supportive and encouraging—they truly want every child to achieve their best.

5) Ages 0–5 (Rosette Exams)

Children taking a Rosette award will go into the exam with a teacher, and the session runs just like a normal dance class. Nothing to worry about at all!

6) Results & Awards

Paper results usually arrive within 3 weeks, and medals, trophies, certificates, and awards are delivered around 4–6 weeks after the exam.