BDC

The BDC was established in 1929 as the Official Board of Ballroom Dancing, bringing together competing interests in British ballroom dance governance.

The organization standardized the technique and figures for International Standard and International Latin — the 'English style' that became the global standard.

BDC's published technique books became the authoritative references used by teachers and competitors worldwide.

The Council played a central role in establishing Blackpool Dance Festival's rules and the broader British competition system.

BDC is the official UK member body of the World Dance Council (WDC).

The organization also governs Sequence Dancing, a uniquely British competitive format where all couples on the floor dance the same pre-set routine simultaneously.

BDC is governed by a council representing professional dance organizations in the UK.

Member bodies include teacher training organizations (ISTD, IDTA, etc.) and competition organizers.

The BDC sets competition rules, adjudication standards, and technique specifications for the UK.

As the WDC member body for Britain, BDC credentials are recognized internationally.

BDC sanctions professional and amateur competitions throughout the United Kingdom.

Divisions include Professional, Amateur, and various age categories.

Styles: International Standard, International Latin, Sequence, and Freestyle.

The British National Championships and other major BDC events feed into WDC world championship pathways.