Abstract: A training device for a dancer comprising a mat (1) or the like wherein said mat is provided with a set of indicia representing the preferred position for the dancer during any one or a combination of movements pertaining to said dance. An electronic system for training a dancer comprising the above and a video capture means (54) for capturing a live image of the dancer as the dancer performs a dance routine and means for generating text and/or graphical images (52) for display to the dancer in conjunction with the live image and display means for displaying the live image combined with the text and/or graphical images (56) to the dancer to perform the dance routine.