Registered Teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance. The Royal Academy of Dance was formed by a group of celebrated European dancers in 1920. It has grown into a global organisation dedicated to developing and promoting the knowledge, understanding and practice of dance. While ballet is fun, it is also physically demanding. RAD teachers have the training and qualifications to teach dance to young children as well as to more advanced students. RAD teachers follow a carefully structured syllabus and continue training throughout their careers to update their skills and knowledge.