Independent Aerial Dance Alliance
Syllabus & Grades
About IADA (UK)
The Independent Aerial Dance Alliance (IADA UK) has been established to support the aerial syllabus and graded exams developed by My Aerial Home, a leading school of aerial dance based in London.
The vision is to facilitate the training and development of aerial dancers and circus artists through a structured, safe, and effective aerial dance education and examination syllabus.
This new umbrella alliance is an exciting opportunity to unite dance, aerial, and circus schools and trainers within the growing aerial dance industry. Establishing and maintaining high aerial dance standards together.
Our goal is for this association to grow with its members, remaining true to its name as an independent aerial dance organisation that exists to support and empower its community.
IADA offers a comprehensive aerial dance syllabus and grade exams, across a wide range of aerial disciplines.
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Trapeze
Test Phase: Grades 1-3
In Development: Grades 4-8
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Silks
Test Phase: Verticals Preparatory Grade and Grades 1-3
In Development: Grades 4-8
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Hoop
Test Phase: Grades 1-3
In Development: Grades 4-8
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Rope
Test Phase: Verticals Preparatory Grades and Grades 1-3
In Development: Grades 4-8
These grades will be accredited.
We are working in partnership with industry professionals and performing arts education specialists on our syllabus, for accreditation, therefore the higher grades will be able to accrue UCAS points.
Why Choose IADA (UK) Aerial Grades
Our syllabus and grading system provides a structured, supportive framework for learning the fundamentals of aerial dance.
Each certificate encourages personal growth, offering a clear, standardised pathway for both teachers and students.
These grades help participants:
Recognise their achievements
Build confidence and self-awareness
Develop a positive, healthy relationship with their body and mind
Aerial dance grading promotes physical literacy, understanding how and why we move, while encouraging a lifelong commitment to movement, creativity, and wellbeing.
What’s in it for you?
Joining IADA (UK) brings tangible benefits for both schools and instructors:
Build on your client base and increase student retention.
Build on your reputation and increase revenue opportunities.
Build on your standards with clear structured training pathways.
Build our aerial community together.
With ongoing support from the IADA Team
Our Approach
Through months of research, creative development and pilot programmes, we have designed engaging, challenging, and rewarding grades for all participants.
Each level gives students measurable goals and a sense of accomplishment as they progress in their aerial journey.
Every module is built around five key values:
Enjoyment – fostering a love of participation and movement
Improvement – encouraging progress and self-reflection
Fitness – developing strength, flexibility, and resilience
Fun – learning in a vibrant, supportive environment
Knowledge – understanding both the art and the science of aerial practice.
Meet the IADA Team
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Amanda Miles
Creative and Technical Director
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Jennifer Robinson
Head of Verticals
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Iryna Korniichuk
Head of Horizontals
The IADA grading system is a My Aerial Home syllabus created by Amanda Miles, Jennifer Robinson and Iryna Korniichuk, with the support of the My Aerial Home teaching team; A collective who bring with them decades of combined teaching, performing and creative experience.
With a solid foundation and proven track record My Aerial Home’s IADA is in the best position to bring you the best Aerial Grades
Since its founding in 2009, My Aerial Home has been at the forefront of redefining aerial arts. Pioneering aerial dance as a distinct discipline separate from its circus origins, while celebrating both its artistic and physical roots.
Our programmes attract students worldwide, from Guatemala, America, Europe, and Switzerland, among others and have led to:
- The creation of over 20 affiliated schools through our teacher training programmes
- Hundreds of professional aerialists performing internationally across diverse platforms: cruise ships, contemporary circus, cabaret, corporate, and commercial productions
We are proud of our proven record of developing professional aerial dancers and providing exceptional training standards globally.
Our Ethos
We believe in kind, ethical training that delivers real results through a healthy and positive methodology.
We understand that aerial learning is not linear. It has its ebbs and flows, highs and lows, plateaus, and breakthroughs.
At IADA, we celebrate that journey.
You are part of our team, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Together, we’ll make aerial dance education something to be proud of, uplifting, empowering, and full of joy.
Contact us.
IADA (UK)
My Aerial Home
UnitA2 Bell Green Retail Park
London SE26 4PR
020 3817 4870
info@iada.uk