iDDP (International Dance Development Program)
Welcome to iDDP (International Dance Development Program) where the aim is to offer a structured program, guiding students and coaches alike through the minefield of the Ballroom and Latin American dance industry.
Covering topics from techniques to choreography, musicality to artistry, fitness to well-being as well as guidance on pathways to success as a competitor, teacher or even an adjudicator. There really is a wealth of essential knowledge needed to be shared to help up and coming talented dancers and coaches of the future. To find out more or if you have any questions please email: iddp@karenhardy.com
iDDP Development Courses
iDDP is NOT a dance studio. iDDP offers development courses to help support and grow the success of studios and competitors alike both in person and online. Whether you are a coach wanting more for your students or an aspiring competitor wanting more with your personal development, there are courses available throughout the year keeping you connected with the world.
In-Person Training Camps
iDDP’s Training Camps have currently run throughout New Zealand at the 3 major cities of Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland and new for 2023 by kind invitation of Royal Dance, Move and Champions 4 Dance Australia, iDDP will launch in Sydney, Australia this November.
Each year a course of focused knowledge is created to cover essential competitive dance topics including; artistry, skills, choreography, musicality and more to keep you up to date with the trending competitive dance industry around the world. Read further down to find out more about the courses and their location or click the link here to register fro Sydney: www.tinyurl.com/iddpSydney2023
Online Development Series
With the busy demands of both teachers and students in the dance industry, and our world leading experts in their field constantly travelling the globe, our online lecture series of ‘live’ one hour knowledge pods with the stars, have become hugely successful.
Keeping connected with the essential wisdom and personal experiences, from world leading professionals is key to ensuring continued competitive dance development. Sharing technical details and personal wisdom which has lead them to their successful achievements in their careers, is key to development today. To find out more or to REGISTER click the link here: www.tinyurl.com/iddpballroomlecture3
iDDP Training Camp Tour Dates & Venue – For Your Diary
Sydney, Australia…New For 2023
Sydney, Australia – 10th – 12th November 2023
Training Camp Venue Saturday 11th November:
Move Dance
161 Alison Road
Randwick, Sydney
Tel: 0411 175 647
Time: 10am – 6pm
Total Cost: AU$220 (That’s nearly 7hours of inspiring knowledge)
To Register Simply Click the Following Link:
www.tinyurl.com/IDDPSydney2023
***Registration and waiver forms MUST be completed before any participation can be allowed for students enrolling on the dance training program. The waiver form is included in the registration link on signing up***.
**PLEASE BE ADVISED VENUES & EVENTS MAYBE SUBJECT TO CHANGE or CANCELLATION DEPENDING ON GOVERNMENT CHANGES AND ANY COVID19 UPDATES or OTHER FACTORS WHICH MAY DELAY, PREVENT OR RESULT IN THE CANCELLATION OF THE TRAINING CAMPS ONLINE OR IN PERSON, GOING AHEAD. **
Private Lessons:
Friday 10th & Sunday 12th November 2023
To Book Lessons please email karen@karenhardy.com
Lesson Venue
Friday 10th November:
Champions 4 Dance
171 Great North Road
Five Dock 2046
Sydney
Australia
Tel: 00 61 (0)411 175 647
Lesson Venue
Sunday 12th November 2023:
Royal Dance
423 Elizabeth Street
Surry Hills,
Sydney, Australia
Tel: +61 415 277 127
Christchurch
Christchurch – COMPLETED FOR 2023
Training Camp Venue:
Queenspark School
222 Queenspark Drive
Parklands
Christchurch
Time: 10am- 6pm
Total Cost: NZ$155/person
To Register Simply Click the Following Link:
www.tinyurl.com/iddpbuildburncamp
***Registration and waiver forms MUST be completed before any participation can be allowed for students enrolling on the dance training program. The waiver form is included in the registration link on signing up***.
**PLEASE BE ADVISED VENUES & EVENTS MAYBE SUBJECT TO CHANGE or CANCELLATION DEPENDING ON GOVERNMENT CHANGES AND ANY COVID19 UPDATES or OTHER FACTORS WHICH MAY DELAY, PREVENT OR RESULT IN THE CANCELLATION OF THE TRAINING CAMPS ONLINE OR IN PERSON, GOING AHEAD. **
SEE BELOW FOR LESSON BOOKINGS
Tel: +61 415 277 127
Wellington
Wellington – 29th July 2023
Boot Camp Venue: Kapiti College
Kapiti College, Margaret Road
Raumati Beach,
Paraparaumu, Wellington
Time: 10am- 6pm
Total Cost: NZ$155/person
To Register Simply Click the Following Link:
www.tinyurl.com/iddpbuildburncamp
***Registration and waiver forms MUST be completed before any participation can be allowed for students enrolling on the dance training program. The waiver form is included in the registration link on signing up***.
SEE BELOW FOR LESSON BOOKINGS
Friday 28th & Sunday 30th July
To Book Lessons please email karen@karenhardy.com
Lesson Venue
TAWA RSA Hall
89 Oxford Street,
Tawa 5028
Wellington
**PLEASE BE ADVISED VENUES & EVENTS MAYBE SUBJECT TO CHANGE or CANCELLATION DEPENDING ON GOVERNMENT CHANGES AND ANY COVID19 UPDATES or OTHER FACTORS WHICH MAY DELAY, PREVENT OR RESULT IN THE CANCELLATION OF THE TRAINING CAMPS ONLINE OR IN PERSON, GOING AHEAD. **
Auckland
Auckland – 2nd September 2023
Training Camp Venue –
2 Saint Andrews Road
Block G
Epsom
Auckland
**Please note Google maps has the correct location for this venue. Other phone maps may take you to the opposite end of the road!!!**. Please call 02108223070 if any problems finding the venue.
Time: 10am- 6pm
Total Cost: NZ$155/person
To Register Simply Click the Following Link:
www.tinyurl.com/iddpbuildburncamp
***Registration and waiver forms MUST be completed before any participation can be allowed for students enrolling on the dance training program. The waiver form is included in the registration link on signing up***.
Lesson & Open Practice Night Venue
Block G
The University Of Auckland Epsom Campus
2 Saint Andrews Road
Epsom, Auckland
**Please note Google maps has the correct location for this venue. Other phone maps may take you to the opposite end of the road!!!**. Please call 02108223070 if any problems finding the venue.
**PLEASE BE ADVISED VENUES & EVENTS MAYBE SUBJECT TO CHANGE or CANCELLATION DEPENDING ON GOVERNMENT CHANGES AND ANY COVID19 UPDATES or OTHER FACTORS WHICH MAY DELAY, PREVENT OR RESULT IN THE CANCELLATION OF THE TRAINING CAMPS ONLINE OR IN PERSON, GOING AHEAD. **
New Training Camps & Seminars…
All Ages, All Levels…All are welcome.
Teacher Training Series – Online
With Ballroom and Latin American Dancesport growing year on year and an array of opportunities and avenues to pursue globally, a need for good mentoring and tried and tested guidelines to help ensure successful pathways long into the future are now very much needed.
Karen realised that her journey in dance and the priceless guidance she acquired over some 45 years, was nurtured quite organically by the best in the business. With decades upon decades of world champions all co-existing in Great Britain as well as the three most prestigious events in the world run from there for over 75 years or more, it was no wonder a strong and successful pathway would be available to her.
Today however, we are over run by social media ‘do’s and don’ts’ which now presents a new case of – who ever has the strongest marketing are now the leaders of our industry! No…What we know it should be is ongoing leadership and guidance from those that have stood the test of time, have experienced and worked through the rights and wrongs and who have an unsurmountable passion for their chosen dance form.
Therefore, a mini 5 week (one hour) Teacher Training Series is being launched to see if any guidance, help and support can be offered to further grow, strengthen and continue to develop dance with sound fundamentals, wisdom and experience that will continue on long into the future.
To FIND OUT MORE…please email: iddp@karenhardy.com
Karen Hardy – Founder of iDDP
And with Karen Hardy, a world leading dance expert and award winner for her services to dance at the helm, she strives to bring the latest knowledge and knowhow to those driven and dedicated to achieve success in their chosen field of dance.
Karen shares with us “Creating pathways for teachers, students and adjudicators alike for development and success is what I love best. There is a wealth of great knowledge and information out there but it’s knowing the right knowledge and being connected with the right information that is key to success and is what inspires me on.”
Quite simply you will have heaps to take away no matter your age, experience or level.
Testimonials
“I hope that the studios and dancers realise what an amazing opportunity this is and grab it with both hands”
Dance Enthusiasts
“If you have another up here I will definitely be there. I think judges and teachers can learn a lot from these sessions.”
Doug Pouwhare, NZFDT Fellow & Examiner
“The iDDPNZ in Christchurch in 2020 was a great success. As Studio Principals we found the opportunity to work with Karen over two days to be educational, motivational, and a platform to enhance our coaching. The focus on the essential fundamentals of Latin American dance provided a framework for anyone to take their Latin Dancing to the next level. The weekend was simply a master class for all those that attended. We cannot wait to attend the next edition of this world class programme.“
Sharan & Michael Phillips
Former NZ Professional Latin American Champions
Principals – Ballare Dance Studios – Christchurch, NZExecutive Member of NZFDT & NZFDT Competition Organiser
“Any dancer that has not been fortunate enough yet to experience Karen’s teaching is missing out on something amazing! Karen has the remarkable ability to be able to communicate to all dancers regardless of their skill level. When teaching she is entirely focused and puts all her energy into delivering her best every time.”
Phillip Porter & Keri Porter – Wellington Secretary, NZFATD
Keeping You Connected
At iDDP we also like to keep you connected with our Dance Buzz news service. Keeping you connected with world news from the competitive world of dance just helps keep things that little bit more exciting! Who battled it out to win the worlds? What’s the latest tanning techniques or dance shoe designs? Or even which of the stars of our industry have been clearly having too much fun away from the dance floor?