Become an RAD Member Plus
Are you looking to progress your dance career? Build on your passion for dance by becoming an RAD Member Plus.
This category is perfect for those who have achieved RAD Intermediate Foundation or Benesh equivalent; a full list of eligibility criteria can be found below. Your vocational qualifications are a testament to your dedication to dance, being an RAD Member Plus celebrates all your hard work and supports you during your next steps. You will gain exclusive access to scholarships, awards and competitions such as the Fonteyn (formerly the Genée). Plus you can be more involved in shaping the future of the RAD by attending and voting in the Annual General Meeting (AGM)*.
Membership fee $210
Reduced rate $140
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“I feel kept in the loop with updates via email and know I am dancing to the same tune as other all around the world.” – RAD Member Plus
What you gain
As an RAD Member Plus, you are taking the next step in your dance journey. Connect with other members across the globe through a passion for dance and discover exciting opportunities available only to those with an RAD Member Plus subscription or above. Read on to hear about the exclusive discounts and benefits available to you when you join. You will also have the the opportunity to become an Associate of the RAD (ARAD).
Benefits and discounts
Looking to take your next exam? With an RAD Member Plus subscription you can get kitted out with all your exam essentials and more with an exclusive discount both online and in store at the RAD Shop. You also receive:
- substantial discounts on Vocational Graded Exam fees**
- exclusive content in the Members’ Area such as exam updates, special features and offers and events
- regular e-newsletters straight to your inbox bursting with up to date news and information
- free access to The Wolfson Library which houses one of the largest specialist dance collections in the UK, including rare books, theatre programmes, photographs, costume designs, pictures, and artefacts
- the all new digital Dance Gazette and your own digital membership card, meaning your membership is always right at your fingertips.
There’s even more
You can also enter member-only competitions such as our annual photo competition where you have the chance to submit a photo surrounding a theme, with the possibility of your photo being used for RAD publications. You will also receive priority booking on select international events.
Check out the benefits table below to see the difference between RAD Member and RAD Member Plus subscriptions.
Benefits Breakdown
| RAD MEMBER PLUS | RAD MEMBER | |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Membership card | Yes | Yes |
| Receive Dance Gazette | Yes | Yes |
| Can become ARAD* | Yes | No |
| Scholarships and Awards | Yes | No |
| Vote in the AGM* | Yes | No |
| Discounted Exam Fees | Yes | Yes |
| 10% discount for the RAD Shop | Yes | Yes |
Eligibility Criteria
You must have one of the following:
- Have passed an RAD vocational exam (from Intermediate Foundation upwards).
- Hold a Student Teaching Certificate (STC).
- Be enrolled in any RAD certificate, diploma, degree or master’s programme.
- Be a graduate of any RAD certificate, diploma or degree programme.
- Hold the Intermediate Level Certificate in Benesh Movement Notation, its equivalent or higher.
- Hold a Certificate in Benesh Movement Notation.
- Hold a Diplôme supérieur (2nd-year certificate) in BMN awarded by the Paris Conservatoire.
- Have been awarded Elementary Solo (Reading) in Benesh Movement Notation, or its equivalent.
The reduced rate is available to members:
- Under age 18
- In full-time education (proof required)
- Over age 65
- Not currently working (proof required)
- On Maternity or Adoption Leave (proof required)
*Terms and conditions apply
**from Advanced Foundation upwards
All RAD Members must adhere to the Code of Conduct and Membership Terms and Conditions.