Our London headquarters
We are proud of our new global headquarters which gives us better education and training facilities for our members, students, teachers, examiners, and staff.
These include seven brand new studios, the Aud Jebsen Studio Theatre, the Wolfson Library, and an archive housing and displaying our collection of over 75,000 dance and RAD-related objects.
The building also houses a brand new RAD shop, and a café offering somewhere to meet before or after a class – or just because you fancy popping for a coffee with a friend!
We are committed to making our new headquarters a home not just for our members, but also for our partners and our local community – in fact, for everyone.
Opening Hours
Some of our venues open at different times. This table will help you plan your visit.
Travel Guide
However you like to travel, here are some of our recommended routes to get to the RAD.
We welcome visitors from around the world. Please book an appointment to visit.
Things to do at RAD headquarters
The Wolfson Library and Archive
The Wolfson Library houses one of the largest specialist dance collections in the UK.
The Aud Jebsen Studio Theatre
Whether you are looking for the perfect stage for your next performance or hosting a corporate function, hire us for your next event.
RAD Dance shop
Our RAD-approved clothing is created for this purpose, meaning that whoever wears it can feel confident and free to express themselves through dance.

What’s on nearby?
Our headquarters is close to the Thames and is a short walk (or an even shorter bus ride) from Clapham Junction with its shops, restaurants, bars and local theatre.
The station is also just a couple of train stops from London Victoria, with easy transport access to the West End, the Royal Parks, and some of the capital’s best-loved tourist spots.
Sustainability at the RAD
Accessibility at the RAD
Our building is designed to welcome everyone, with full accessibility and modern amenities to ensure a comfortable, productive visit. You’ll enjoy high-quality audiovisual systems, fast WiFi, air conditioning, and bright, open spaces flooded with natural light that create an inspiring environment for learning and creativity.
At the Royal Academy of Dance, we are committed to inclusivity, featuring DDA-compliant facilities with step-free access and dedicated wheelchair spaces for ease of movement throughout the building. Our experienced facilities team is always on hand, ready to provide assistance and cater to any special requirements, ensuring that each visitor feels supported and accommodated from the moment they arrive.
We welcome assistance dogs at RAD headquarters as part of our commitment to accessibility. Please help us to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of all our users, by not bringing other dogs or pets into the building.