by admin | Nov 5, 2025 | News, Safeguarding
The British DanceSport Association (BDSA) welcomes the UK Government’s recent confirmation that new legislation will soon allow self-employed individuals working with children and vulnerable adults to apply directly for enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)...
by admin | Oct 14, 2025 | Press Release, Safeguarding
Updated: Oct 20 The British DanceSport Association (BDSA) is delighted to announce its partnership with the independent charity Crimestoppers to launch a dedicated phone line and online reporting service designed to protect dancers and strengthen safeguarding across...
by admin | Oct 13, 2025 | Safeguarding
This article is based on a study conducted at the University of Surrey’s School of Psychology, representing new comprehensive research to examine psychological safety and negative coaching specifically in aesthetic sports. Twenty elite athletes from dance,...
by admin | Sep 15, 2025 | Safeguarding
The BDSA is launching the campaign “Respect the Step: Teaching with Integrity in Dance Sport” this month to foster a safe, respectful, and professional environment for dance teachers, parents, and students, and to provide education and raise awareness of...
by admin | Sep 12, 2025 | News, Safeguarding
10 September 2025 — Northumberland We are delighted to share the good news that Northumberland County Council has passed a motion in support of the National Safeguarding Framework for Extracurricular Activities. Proposed by Cllr Caroline Ball and seconded by Cllr...
by admin | Aug 28, 2025 | Safeguarding
The new school term is here. That means new uniforms, new timetables, and often new clubs and activities too. From dance classes and football teams to drama groups and after-school clubs, extracurricular activities play a significant role in family life. Activity...
