IACD is the International Association for Creative Dance, founded in 1996 by a group of Barbara Mettler’s students who share a passion about the creative approach to dance which she pioneered. IACD is a full 501( c )3 non-profit membership organization committed to continue, broaden and strengthen the field of Mettler-based creative dance. Members include teachers, artists, dancers, therapists, clergy, recreational leaders and others who comprise a worldwide community of people whose lives have been touched by the wonder and power of this approach to dance.

IACD:

• publishes A Newsletter for the People in the Field of Creative Dance on a bi-yearly basis;
• provides a clearinghouse for information on Mettler-based dance including opportunities for study, demonstration and performance;
• facilitates networking with others in the field;
• sponsors the annual Creative Dance Congress where people dedicated to Mettler-based dance have the opportunity to work with seasoned teachers in a large group context.

IACD encourages the understanding and use of Mettler-based creative dance in diverse contexts such as elementary and secondary schools, colleges and universities, clinical settings including health care and wellness environments, recreational centers, places of worship, public parks, and dance studios.

Join us by becoming a member of IACD.
Individual memberships: $15 yearly or $25 for two years.
Organizations: $20 yearly.
contact membership at: membership@dancecreative.org

For more information on IACD activities contact: IACD@dancecreative.org