New Zealand Association
of Modern Dance

NZ Association
of Modern Dance

New Zealand Dance Examination Organisation

NZAMD is proud to be a New Zealand based organisation. We welcome new members and teachers.

We are a committed organisation providing a teaching and examination syllabus that is proven in it’s success for training New Zealand students and encouraging a love and passion for dance.

We know that for Teachers, their studio is their business and their livelihood, and we are committed to providing the teaching packages which will assist them in growing and strengthening their business.

NZAMD has a positive programme of reviewing, updating and renewing our syllabi to keep abreast of international dance trends and the best in teaching practise.

  • Our syllabi is versatile, applicable to both the recreational and the elite dancer
  • NZAMD provides access to a complete range of disciplines within the one organisation with only one membership subscription
  • The choreography and variety of examinations, assessments, performance awards and teaching programme should provide inspiration to every student who wishes to dance

We are also passionate about giving back to our dance community and during our annual NZAMD Scholarship provide monetary prizes totalling thousands of dollars.

About Us
About NZAMD

Syllabi & Awards

NZAMD syllabi and awards are listed below, and further information and related video clips can be viewed on the individual page links for the dance disciplines.

Rosette Pre Grades

Four individually choreographed presentation and performance syllabi for children from 4 years, designed to introduce children to dance, and the examination system, in a fun and imaginative way.
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Jazz

The NZAMD American Jazz is an exciting syllabus choreographed by Keith Clifton of the USA and is suitable for students from 7 years through to adults.
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Tap

Choreographed by Keith Clifton (USA) the NZAMD American Tap offers students and teachers the necessary training and progression to become an accomplished tap dancer.
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Contemporary

Choreographed by Ann Dewey, the NZAMD Contemporary syllabus has grown steadily as teachers recognize its value. It is especially popular in ballet studios, often called the ‘yoga for dancers’.
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Hip Hop

The NZAMD Hip Hop Syllabus is an energetic style of dance with versatile hip hop moves extending the students and giving an exciting progression up through the levels.
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Ballet

Ballet is an important base for most dance disciplines, and the NZAMD Ballet syllabus is designed to allow students to progress without pressure.
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Awards

These entertaining awards are aimed at encouraging students to dance and, by allowing them to perform in front of a friendly audience of parents in a fun and non-judgmental atmosphere, develop confidence.
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Programmes & Participation

  • Fun & imaginative Pre School presentation programmes
  • Incentive programmes for students with audience participation
  • Examination syllabi in five disciplines
  • Realistic examination fees
  • Written and visual teaching aids
  • Syllabus & examination assistance through workshops
  • Teacher training programme and qualifications
  • Back up & assistance through a network of Area Organisers
  • Regular newsletters

NZAMD Assessments

NZAMD has now introduced an ASSESSMENT programme which is available through all Grades & Levels of the 5 NZAMD Disciplines. Assessments are an alternative and positive option to the NZAMD Examination system.

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NZAMD Ballet

Rosette pre grades, and the newly choreographed grades one to six, and major grades elementary / grade seven, intermediate / grade eight and advanced / grade nine are now available.

Elementary, Intermediate & Advanced with pointe work included, sit alongside Grades Seven, Eight and Nine which have no pointe work, and with no need for Teachers to schedule separate classes.

NZAMD Ballet
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Dance Disciplines

Order Form

The NZAMD order form is used by teacher members for ordering syllabi materials. This is available below in PDF format. Click on the link to open and print the Order form.
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To Contact

For general enquiries regarding examination sessions please contact your Area Organiser via our Contact page. For NZAMD specific enquiries, you can contact the NZAMD office on 04-479 8282 or email us at admin@nzamd.co.nz

Contact
Information

NZAMD Head Office
& Administration

Justine Kippenberger-Montu
Executive Director

Postal
Address

NZAMD
P O Box 358
Feilding 4740
Contact
+ 64 - 04 479 8282
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Syllabi

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We are a committed organisation providing a teaching and examination syllabus that is proven in it’s success for training New Zealand students and encouraging a love and passion for dance.

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