Training Programmes – Manchester
Yates Academy offers focused, professional training at an exceptional location. With our campus in Manchester, our Elite Training Programme courses are built for dancers serious about their careers.
Manchester Campus Courses
Launching September 2026 | Based in Bury
Level 3 RSL Extended Diploma
A two-year, full-time programme for dancers aged 16+ covering:
This qualification is equivalent to three A-Levels upon completion of the two year course.
Level 4 IDTA Teaching Qualification
A one-year, full-time programme for dancers aged 18+ covering:
Purpose-Built Facilities
Our campus in Manchester is designed to meet high-level technical and creative training needs:
Bury-based facility, built specifically for intensive training and rehearsal.
Student Life at Yates
In Manchester, our students train alongside committed peers in a structured, supportive environment. Selective entry ensures small cohorts, personalised attention, and shared professional focus.
Yates Academy & M26 College of Performing Arts – Manchester Campus
We’re thrilled to announce an exciting collaboration between Yates Academy and M26 College of Performing Arts, bringing industry-leading vocational training to our new Manchester campus.
M26 College of Performing Arts has quickly become a hub for ambitious performers, offering rigorous professional training that empowers students to unleash their full creative potential. With a curriculum designed to build confidence, connection, and professionalism across dance, drama, and vocals, M26 develops performers who are truly ready for the demands of the industry.
This partnership unites Yates Academy’s Elite Training Programme ethos with M26’s proven success in producing talented, work-ready graduates. Together, we are creating a training experience that goes beyond technique — fostering resilience, artistry, and the practical skills needed for sustainable careers in the performing arts.
Why This Collaboration Matters
Triple Threat Training
Through M26’s emphasis on dance, drama, and vocals, students refine versatile performance skills that open doors across stage and screen.
Real-World Preparation
By blending vocational excellence with industry insight, our Manchester programme ensures students graduate with the confidence and professionalism demanded by today’s creative sectors.
Proven Student Outcomes
The achievements of M26 alumni reflect the calibre of training, teaching, and progression opportunities available through this campus partnership.
A Shared Vision for Excellence
At the heart of this collaboration is a shared belief that every performer deserves access to transformative training — training that nurtures individuality, ignites artistry, and connects students with opportunity.
The Manchester campus marks a bold step in expanding Yates Academy’s reach, while tapping into M26’s vibrant creative community and proven track record of delivering vocational success.
Whether you’re entering your first professional training environment or looking to refine your craft to industry standards, the Yates Academy & M26 College of Performing Arts Manchester campus is where dedication meets opportunity.
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A campus that suits your goals. Apply to audition and join Yates Academy’s career-focused performing arts training in Manchester.