English Amateur Dancesport Association
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The English Amateur Dancesport Association (EADA) Ltd is a volunteer-led organisation which represents the interests of Amateur Dancers (including Ballroom
, Latin American, Sequence dancing and Freestyle) within England. EADA provides support and training for Amateur dancers and acts as the voice of English Amateur dancers amongst other dance organisations both in the UK and overseas. EADA also aims to increase the profile of dancesport
.
(IDSF). On May 29, 2008 EADA was registered as a company limited by guarantee
(EADA Ltd). They are also able to trade as Dancesport England.
The membership of EADA includes Amateur dancers of all ages and standards – from beginner through to international competitor. Typically EADA has 4000 members each year. Members have to pay an annual registration fee which allows them to compete in competitions run by the British Dance Council
, the largest national competitions being the British closed championships (Ballroom
and Latin
) and the British Sequence Championships
(sequence dance
). Joining also entitles members to various benefits. Regional Amateur dance clubs, such as Midlands Amateur Dancers, Avon Amateurs and Norwest, are all affiliated to EADA.
and IDSF. EADA is also responsible for providing training days for their members, administering the Amateur coaching scheme, supporting and advising members on issues such as child protection, and keeping the membership informed about issues in the dance world through their website and publications (InMotion, E-Motion and a column in Dancenews).
, UK Sport
, the National Olympic Committee
and WADA (the World Anti Doping Agency). EADA also has a child protection policy approved by the NSPCC
and an equity policy approved by Sport England
.
As of November 2010, EADA is no longer a member of IDSF, with this responsibility passing to Dancesport England.
Ballroom dance
Ballroom dance refers to a set of partner dances, which are enjoyed both socially and competitively around the world. Because of its performance and entertainment aspects, ballroom dance is also widely enjoyed on stage, film, and television....
, Latin American, Sequence dancing and Freestyle) within England. EADA provides support and training for Amateur dancers and acts as the voice of English Amateur dancers amongst other dance organisations both in the UK and overseas. EADA also aims to increase the profile of dancesport
DanceSport
Dancesport denotes competitive ballroom dancing, as contrasted to social or exhibition dancing. It is wheelchair dancesport where at least one of the dancers is in a wheelchair....
.
History
EADA was formed in 1985 when the British Amateur Dancesport Association split into its constituent countries for representation on the International Dancesport FederationInternational DanceSport Federation
The World DanceSport Federation , formerly the International DanceSport Federation , is the international governing body of dancesport and Wheelchair DanceSport, as recognised by the International Olympic Committee and the International Paralympic Committee .Originally founded in 1957 as the...
(IDSF). On May 29, 2008 EADA was registered as a company limited by guarantee
Company limited by guarantee
In British and Irish company law, a private company limited by guarantee is an alternative type of corporation used primarily for non-profit organisations that require legal personality. A guarantee company does not usually have a share capital or shareholders, but instead has members who act as...
(EADA Ltd). They are also able to trade as Dancesport England.
Organisation
EADA Ltd is run by volunteers: between 5 and 8 Directors and a Council of up to 16. The current President is David Corfield.The membership of EADA includes Amateur dancers of all ages and standards – from beginner through to international competitor. Typically EADA has 4000 members each year. Members have to pay an annual registration fee which allows them to compete in competitions run by the British Dance Council
British Dance Council
The British Dance Council was formed in 1929 as the Official Board of Ballroom Dancing . The name was subsequently changed in 1985 to the British Council of Ballroom Dancing and in 1996, the name was changed to British Dance Council...
, the largest national competitions being the British closed championships (Ballroom
Ballroom
A ballroom is a large room inside a building, the designated purpose of which is holding formal dances called balls. Traditionally, most balls were held in private residences; many mansions contain one or more ballrooms...
and Latin
Latin
Latin is an Italic language originally spoken in Latium and Ancient Rome. It, along with most European languages, is a descendant of the ancient Proto-Indo-European language. Although it is considered a dead language, a number of scholars and members of the Christian clergy speak it fluently, and...
) and the British Sequence Championships
British Sequence Championships
The British Sequence Dance Championships for adults are held annually as part of the Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival and have been running since 1949. This is held in the Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens, Blackpool, England. Dancers compete in up to five sequence dances determined by the...
(sequence dance
Sequence dance
Sequence dancing is a form of dance in which a preset pattern of movements is followed, usually to music which is also predetermined. Sequence dancing may include dances of many different styles. The term may include ballroom dances which move round the floor as well as line, square and circle...
). Joining also entitles members to various benefits. Regional Amateur dance clubs, such as Midlands Amateur Dancers, Avon Amateurs and Norwest, are all affiliated to EADA.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of EADA include maintaining charts for Ballroom and Latin couples within England and using the charts to select couples to represent England in World and European Championships. The EADA Council also work with competition promoters to devise a calendar of National Ranking Events and represent English Amateurs at meetings of other dance organisations such as the BDCBritish Dance Council
The British Dance Council was formed in 1929 as the Official Board of Ballroom Dancing . The name was subsequently changed in 1985 to the British Council of Ballroom Dancing and in 1996, the name was changed to British Dance Council...
and IDSF. EADA is also responsible for providing training days for their members, administering the Amateur coaching scheme, supporting and advising members on issues such as child protection, and keeping the membership informed about issues in the dance world through their website and publications (InMotion, E-Motion and a column in Dancenews).
Membership in other organisations
EADA is the only UK Dancesport Association, to be recognised by Sport EnglandSport England
Sport England is the brand name for the English Sports Council and is a non-departmental public body under the Department for Culture, Media and Sport...
, UK Sport
UK Sport
UK Sport is the UK Government's organisation for directing the development of sport within the home countries.-History:The Sports Council previously had been formed in 1972, and had the motto Sport for All. There was also the Central Council of Physical Recreation. In July 1994 it was decided to...
, the National Olympic Committee
National Olympic Committee
National Olympic Committees are the national constituents of the worldwide Olympic movement. Subject to the controls of the International Olympic Committee, they are responsible for organizing their people's participation in the Olympic Games...
and WADA (the World Anti Doping Agency). EADA also has a child protection policy approved by the NSPCC
NSPCC
The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children is a United Kingdom charity campaigning and working in child protection.-History:...
and an equity policy approved by Sport England
Sport England
Sport England is the brand name for the English Sports Council and is a non-departmental public body under the Department for Culture, Media and Sport...
.
As of November 2010, EADA is no longer a member of IDSF, with this responsibility passing to Dancesport England.