Become a Burlesque Instructor

Learn to be a Burlesque Instructor

Burlesque Instructor Training Certification Award ~ Level 1

This course is ideal for dance trained students holding teaching certificates from a recognised teaching organisation such as RAD, ISTD or BBO and preferably with performance experience in the burlesque and cabaret genre, will be of a huge benefit. Also experienced ETM qualified candidates and studio and fitness instructors, personal trainers, dancers of other disciplines with a background in dance and fitness who are looking to improve their range of skills and to enhance their employability within the fitness and dance domain.

This award will qualify the individual to become a burlesque instructor either on a 1-2-1 basis or in a group session.

The course is workshop based, enabling students to gain the confidence and practical skills to plan and teach a class. The course also covers the theoretical knowledge to be able to advise participants of safe and effective routines and techniques suitable for fitness and performance.

Course aims:

The course will provide and prepare the instructor, to design and teach mixed ability groups and individuals, the burlesque principle, integrating techniques and performance skills which will allow you to add variety to your sessions

Course objectives:

To deliver high quality training, which prepares students with the knowledge, skills and attitude to instruct at the highest level.
To equip the instructor with professional and quality of training in a supportive, fun and educational manner

Course outcomes:

The course will provide and prepare you, the instructor, to design and teach mixed ability groups and individuals at beginner level the burlesque techniques which will allow you to add variety to your sessions.

You will learn:

How to apply the principals of Burlesque techniques to include correct body posture, breathing, core stability, dance steps, transitions, clothing and costume removal, the use of props, warm up cool down and stretches specific to burlesque.
Apply variations to increase or decrease exercise intensity and flexibility.
Modify for specific body types, postural issues and conditions.
Teach effectively and communicate using visual and verbal techniques specific to burlesque, encouraging through client motivation.
Customer & instructor safety.
Risk Assessments for both venues and Instructors.
Suitable clothing and costume recommendations.
Learn about burlesque accessories and pasties and nipple tassels.
Advice and help on weekly planning and structuring burlesque fitness lessons and workshops.
Advise and access to continual ongoing business and training support opportunities, progressive training to advanced performance techniques and beyond with master performers and instructors.
Web opportunities, to link with Passion Fitness & Burlesque Parties world wide

‘ Just wanted to say that I really enjoyed my 2 days with you and thought that the course was ........well just FAB...........!!! Enjoyed every minute of it. Having been on only a couple of burlesque workshops I found your course extremely informative, giving me the direction I needed to puts techniques and ideas into a class format, which was what I was struggling with. So thank you so much for your help and instruction. The tutor knowledge, instruction and approachability was all excellent with loads of material to take home. Wow this course is a must, having lots of fun whilst learning the keep fit element of Burlesque techniques. The main benefits for me attending this course was learning techniques, methods of instruction, lesson formats and breakdowns.’ ~ Leisa from Cheshire

Burlesque Instructor Training Certification Award Level 1 ~ how the course is structured (subject to change):

Course timetable & additional details

All practical and theory tuition will be supported via a detailed course booklet, comprehensive support workbooks and pictures

Burlesque Instructor Training Certification Level 1
Become a Burlesque Instructor: Learn to teach lessons, workshops and Burlesque-fitness classes
Thursday January 28th - Day 1 10am - 5.30pm
Friday January 29th - Day 2 10am- 5.30pm
Saturday 30th January - Day 3 10am - 1pm - Assessments theory and practical
Three day course £599pp as a class instruction, suitable for beginners to intermediate level. WE can also offer bespoke 1-2-1 instruction at £1699 with dates available to suit.

Visit the online shop for burlesque instructor accessories and clothing www.polepassion.com/shop

Venue: Burlington Hotel, Worthing (to be confirmed)

You must be physically fit to attend and free from any injury.

Obviously if you currently have fitness or dance qualifications it would stand you in good stead, however, this is not essential to attend the course. Please let the instructor know if you have any ailment which may inhibit your learning style. You will be encouraged to develop your own individual style and presentation.

Depending on your current level of physical fitness and previous experience, the course over two days will enable you to teach beginners, the basic burlesque techniques. By successfully completing the 2 day module you will be able to vary and teach a burlesque routine, including progressive moves to accommodate mixed ability groups.

You will be required to bring and wear the correct clothing, for example –

Jogging bottoms and top for comfort and warmth.
Tight footless leggings or tights
Long legwarmers
A short sleeved top or T shirt.
Dance shoes or footwear that safely support your feet.

We sell many of these items form our online shop and if purchased from our shop you can collect them at the beginning of the course

We highly recommend your personal kit to include:

Elbow length satin gloves – visit our online shop
A front or back fastening corset – not too restrictive
Stockings and suspender belt
Hold ups or similar, with seams or without
Shoes or boots that you can dance in
Full length Feather boa
Frilly knickers
Footless tights or leggings (open toed)
Long leg warmers that cover your thighs
Please visit the online shop as we sell lots of items we use in the sessions. www.polepassion.com/shop

This tuition is suitable for;

Female Instructors of ages 18 and over. You do not have to be of a certain size although you do need to be physically fit as the burlesque tuition is demanding.

If you want to be apart of the NEXT fitness craze then join our elite team on: 0871 318 3838 for registration and payment. All that is required is a £100 deposit to secure you place with final payment no later than 4 weeks prior to the course.

Where is the course held?

Our training centre of excellence are: Brighton, Burgess Hill and Horsham where we have suitable guest houses and bed and breakfast places are either onsite or nearby.

How do I reserve my place?

Call 0871 318 3838 to speak to a member of our friendly team for more details and to reserve and book your place

Or email us from our enquiry form or use the form below

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