12th ICDF International Christian Dance Fellowship Conference 2025 Aotearoa New Zealand

Welcome to the 12th triannual ICDF International Christian Dance Fellowship global Christian dance gathering!

Welcome to ICDF - International Christian Dance Fellowship

ICDF is a gathering of Christians passionate about expressing and deepening their faith in and through dance and the creative arts and was formed in 1988 as the International Christian Dance Fellowship (ICDF). It is a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers and supporters who freely give of their time, gifts and financial contributions.  ICDF is an international, non-denominational and multicultural community, it embraces all ages, is open to all styles of dance and cuts across all training and abilities. 

There are separate Registration tickets for various events across the dance conference so you can choose your unique conference experience!  Earlybird tickets available until 10 March 2025.
TICKETS are in New Zealand dollars  [NZD $1 = USD $0.60]   

Detailed Dance Conference Information

For more detailed information about this event including the dance conference programme 

visit the ICDF Conference website: www.icdf.online/conference2025...  

OR visit 12th ICDF Conference NZ 2025 webpage on ICDF Aotearoa New Zealand website:  www.icdfanz.com/about-2

Accommodation
Please book your conference accommodation separately.  Our recommended conference hotel is Hotel GIVE www.hotelgive.nz 

To book your reserved room at Hotel GIVE email Irene: irene@thekindfoundation.org.nz 

International Dance Teachers

Guest Speakers and Worship Leader

ICDF Seminar Day & ICDF Diploma of Dance Ministry Introductory Course Day (separate Ticket required)

Dance Workshop Days

Prayer Journey Day

Outreach Dance Day

Indigenous Maori Cultural Event (separate Ticket required)

Conference Pre & Post Sightseeing Trips (separate Ticket required - Hanmer Springs 2 Day Trip tickets only available until 10 March 2025)

Conference Main Venue: PAPA HOU

Accommodation
Please remember to book your conference accommodation separately.  Our recommended conference hotel is Hotel GIVE.

Special conference delegate room rates in NZD $ dollars (Incl. 15% GST)  https://hotelgive.                                                                      

Classic Quad with shared bathroom (4 beds)                $145.00            

Classic Triple with shared bathroom (3 beds)               $130.00             

Classic Twin with shared bathroom (2 beds)                 $115.00             

Classic Single with shared bathroom (1 Bed)                 $90.00             

Classic Queen with shared bathroom (1 Bed)                $115.00            

Deluxe Triple with ensuite (3 beds)                              $170.00            

Deluxe Twin with ensuite (2 beds)                                $150.00            

Deluxe Queen with ensuite (1 Bed)                              $150.00            

8 Bunk Bed Dormitory with shared bathroom (8 Beds)   $48.00ea            

To book your ICDF 2025 River of Life! reserved room email Irene:   irene@thekindfoundation.org.nz 

Prayer & Pastoral Care

Partners Plan

Conference Programme

Conference FAQ

International Travel to Christchurch, New Zealand

Virtual Conference

About ICDF Aotearoa New Zealand

ICDF FOUNDATION

Supporting the work of the

International Christian Dance Fellowship

10x ICDF FOUNDATION YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS to attend the 12th ICDF International Conference 2025

What do you get?

The ICDF Foundation will cover 60% the full conference registration fee plus the Maori Cultural Event night ticket (value $NZD400.00) for 10 Youth/Young Adult successful applicants.  Applicants will cover their own food / accommodation / transport and any conference extras not part of the full conference registration fee.– early bird rates end 10 March 2025

Who will a successful applicant be?

• 16-30 years of age (under 31 years)
• Have a background in dance or performing arts
• Exploring dance and movement in a Christian Context
• Agree to provide a brief report after the conference on their experience and application to their practice and expression

How do I apply?

Via the ICDF Foundation Youth Scholarship application form by emailing: icdffoundation@outlook.com 

Please register for the conference by 10 March 2025 to obtain the early bird discount. Applications Close – 31 January 2025 Review and selection will start as soon as applications are received.  Successful applicants will be notified by 28 February 2025

APPLICATION FOR PETER JONES YOUTH LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

HISTORY

In 2018 a Flame Award for Youth Leadership was set up as a memorial for the Foundation’s major donor, Peter Jones. Peter often spoke about encouraging youth leadership.

The scholarship, now called the Peter Jones Youth Leadership Scholarship, assists the recipient to attend the triennial International Conference, hosted by the International Christian Dance Fellowship.

The next conference will be in April 2025 in Christchurch New Zealand.

THE AWARD

The award aims to enable the youth leader to gain further education and connections with leaders and mentors.

• The scholarship of AUD$1,000 will be given every three years.
• The chosen leader will use the funds to attend the next international conference (14 – 20 April 2025).
• The recipient will receive mentoring at and following the conference, to be agreed with the applicant.

TO APPLY

• Please fill out an application form by emailing: icdffoundation@outlook.com and return completed form to maryjones11@aol.com

Applications for 2025 close on 31 January 2025

What to Bring to Conference 

Comfortable dancewear to move in ·Dance Shoes for in studio training & Running Shoes (trainers) for outdoor Outreach Dances ·Light Blue colour top & Black pant for Outreach ·Your Costume for Evening Concert performances ·Praise Prop(s) for Morning Creative Worship ·Your national flag for Parade of the Nations ·A ribbon for Weave the Nations Together project ·Your Concert Dance music on a USB to give to our Sound Technician (no streaming please!)

There are separate Registration tickets for various events across the dance conference so you can choose your unique conference experience.  Earlybird tickets available until 10 March 2025.  Hanmer Springs 2 Day Trip tickets only available until 10 March 2025.
TICKETS are in New Zealand dollars [NZD $1 = USD $0.60]   

We are looking forward to dancing with you in Spirit and in Truth!

Blessings from 

ICDF International and ICDF Aotearoa New Zealand conference organising team