OUR PROGRAMMES
We pride ourselves on being one of the pioneering companies in certification programmes and training for Intimacy Professionals across the UK and EU, setting a benchmark for excellence and practice within the industry.
Our programmes combine in-depth sector knowledge with industry expertise, reflecting the highest professional standards.
Led by experienced practitioners, our Lead Teachers have worked on high-end productions across TV, film, and the live performance sector. They are also certified educators for higher education and teach in drama schools and film schools in London, ensuring our training is both industry-relevant and grounded in strong teaching practice.
Each programme is rooted in contemporary practice, equipping participants with the skills and confidence to work across a range of professional environments.
Our previous IC Programmes have been funded by The Film & TV Charity Fund, ScreenSkills UK and Amazon Prime Video Italy, recognising the quality and impact of our training.
Whether starting out or advancing your practice, our certification programmes offer a supportive, rigorous environment to develop your expertise in consent & trauma aware practice, intimacy direction practices for live performance and intimacy coordination practices for TV/Film.
Programme Timelines, Funders and Achievements
2019-2020
Yarit Dor was Education Manager, Co-Lead Teacher and syllabus developer for
IDI-UK's Intimacy Director Accreditation Programme
IDI-UK was a UK branch of the American company Intimacy Directors International (IDI) which rebranded in 2020 as Intimacy Directors and Coordinators (IDC).
IDI-UK stopped operating as such in 2020 however the graduates of the programme work professionally as intimacy directors and educators.
2020-2021
Our Intimacy Coordinator Certification Programme For Underrepresented Groups
Was funded by the Film & TV Charity BAME Community Fund and supported by ScreenSkills UK (incl. BFI Lottery Fund).
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Fully funded programme to help diversify the intimacy coordinator community in the UK's film and TV sectors. Its graduates work professionally in TV & Film in the UK and EU. See their names here.
2023-2024
Our Intimacy Coordinator Certification Programme
Was funded by ScreenSkills UK, Amazon Prime Video Italy and through our own Moving Body Arts Bursary.
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We certified the first Welsh speaking intimacy coordinator/s and helped increase the first cohort of intimacy coordinators in Italy.
Its graduates work professionally in TV & Film in the UK and EU. See their names here​.
UPCOMING PROGRAMMES
We are super excited to be opening applications soon for 3 exciting programmes/courses.
Watch this space for further information or follow us on Instagram or subscribe to our mailing list.
A new format to help progress the culture of consent & intimacy practices in the entrainment industry
DIPLOMA IN CONSENT, ARTIST SUSTAINABILITY & TRAUMA SENSITIVE PRACTICE
Want to create braver, more respectful and sustainable creative environments? This is where you begin.
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This programme is designed to strengthen and deepen your current professional practice and help raise standards across our creative industries.
It is an online, self-paced programme that equips you with the knowledge and practical tools to embed consent, trauma-sensitive approaches and artist sustainability into every stage of the creative process: from preparation through to performance and production.
You will also benefit from live support webinars via Zoom, offering the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussions with others doing the programme.
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Who is it for?
Designed for those working in the performing arts, film and creative industries, including artists, performers, educators, directors, producers, filmmakers, stage managers, academics and aspiring intimacy directors and coordinators.
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Assessment
There are a few assessments and reflective practice exercises. All must be completed to successfully finish the course. Flexible submission methods are available, with individual access needs discussed and accommodated where possible.
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Completion & Further Steps
You will receive a diploma of completion. After this programme you can apply to our Intimacy Director or Intimacy Coordinator Certification Programmes.
INTIMACY DIRECTOR CERTIFICATION FOR LIVE PERFORMANCE:
(THEATRE, MUSICALS, DANCE, OPERA)
A part-time, hybrid training programme (online and in-person) for those looking to become certified Intimacy Directors in live performance, equipping participants with the specialist knowledge and practical skills needed to work in the field.
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The programme includes online and in-person learning modules, guest speaker sessions and project-based mentoring to support your professional development.​
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Assessment & Certification
Assessments and assignments are an essential part of the programme and must be successfully completed to achieve certification. Flexible submission methods are available, with individual access needs discussed and accommodated where possible.
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Entry Requirements & Pre-Requisites
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Understanding of the role: Demonstrate a clear understanding of the role and responsibilities of an Intimacy Director, with familiarity with current research and UK-based practitioners.
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Foundational training: Have successfully completed our Diploma in Consent, Artist Sustainability & Trauma-Sensitive Practice, which is a required foundation for this programme. Alternatively, for working intimacy directors wishing to certify we will consider any past workshops/modules you've taken on a case-by-case basis.
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Relevant qualifications and experience: Hold a degree or HE professional qualification in directing, movement direction, dance performance, choreography, acting, intimacy coordination or an equivalent practical discipline, in addition to a minimum of three years of live performance industry experience.
Alternatively: Applicants may demonstrate at least five years of relevant live performance industry experience, supported by professional credits in one or more of the above fields.
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Anatomy of movement: Provide evidence of previous study in basic anatomy of movement. Applicants without this background will be required to undertake additional external learning to meet this requirement.
INTIMACY COORDINATOR CERTIFICATION FOR TV & FILM
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A part-time, hybrid training programme (online and in-person) for those looking to become certified Intimacy Coordinators for film and television, equipping participants with the specialist knowledge, practical skills and industry understanding needed to work in the field.
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The programme includes online and in-person learning modules, guest speaker sessions and project-based mentoring to support your professional development.
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Assessment & Certification
This programme is accredited by SAG-AFTRA and its content will later on allow you to apply for the SAG-AFTRA Register and the Bectu Intimacy Coordinators Register in the future.
Assessments and assignments are an essential part of the programme and must be successfully completed to achieve certification. Flexible submission methods are available, with individual access needs discussed and accommodated where possible.
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Entry Requirements & Pre-Requisites
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Understanding of the role: Demonstrate a clear understanding of the role and responsibilities of an Intimacy Coordinator, with familiarity with current research, industry standards and UK-based practitioners.
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Foundational training: Have successfully completed our Diploma in Consent, Artist Sustainability & Trauma-Sensitive Practice, which is a required foundation for this programme. Alternatively, for working Intimacy Coordinators wishing to certify, previous workshops and training modules will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Relevant qualifications and experience: Hold a degree or higher education professional qualification in directing, filmmaking, acting, movement coaching for screen, dance on screen, intimacy coordination or an equivalent practical discipline, alongside a minimum of three years of relevant screen industry experience.
Alternatively: Applicants may demonstrate at least five years of relevant screen industry experience, supported by professional credits in one or more of the above fields.
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Anatomy of movement: Provide evidence of previous study in basic anatomy of movement. Applicants without this background will be required to undertake additional external learning to meet this requirement.
Have a Question?
Before Contacting Us Follow These Steps
We get MANY emails asking us questions about training to be an intimacy professional.
So BEFORE you contact us, we kindly ask that you do the following:
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1) Research first:
- Read the FAQs document.
​- Learn about these roles from reliable and professional sources, such as, books, academic journals and union info. We urge you not to rely on newspaper interviews, social media videos, podcasts and articles that portray the role in a saucy, comical and superficial way.
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2) Content of email:
If the information you are looking for (like dates, fees etc.) isn's here yet, it means you'll have to wait until it is publicly available to everyone.
Be clear and concise in your email.
Do not send CVs or covering letters or any personal information if we are not receiving applications. ​
RELIABLE INITIAL RESOURCES
Intimacy Direction for theatre in the UK:
https://www.equity.org.uk/get-involved/networks/intimacy-directors-network
Intimacy Coordination For TV/Film in the UK:
https://www.bectuintimacybranch.co.uk
FAQS
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