What to Expect
Instead of being like those free one time classes that have popped up, where you just have to follow along as they go, at whatever speed they go....and then it's all over whether you got it or not....I structured this like a true online education class for any subject matter. There are introductions to each module letting you know what we are about to do, then the individual module on that technique or aspect of burlesque dancing.
That means it covers a lot of theory to help you get the movements and understand the attitude and style, so you can make it your own. Since it's an online class without an instructor there to see you and give you corrections and suggestions, I wanted to cover as much of that as possible upfront, so you can check your form and have helpful cues as we go along, to do it to your best current ability! I also give a lot of modifications in case you aren't very flexible, haven't worked out in awhile, or have an injury or other physical concern that a particular movement would affect. Obviously I can't foresee everything with that, but you know your own body and can use your own judgement. As mentioned in the terms and conditions, you should also check with your doctor before participating in this course.
Having different modules for each part of the class also means you can go to whatever section you want to practice on at any given time, right away! No fast forwarding trying to find the spot in a taped class.
You can also pause the lesson to practice something more and then continue when you are ready.
I do include a full burlesque routine at the end of the course, in three separate modules. The first one is just me showing it to you, so you can see what you'll be learning. The second one is me teaching you the whole thing, step by step, with repetitions of sections as we go to help you understand how to transition from one part to the next, and help with remembering what comes next. (Physical memory is a very real thing!) Then the third part is a chance for you to do the entire routine WITH me while I call out the steps - just like I would in a live class!
And the best part is there's no pressure to learn it all in one session. You can do a little at a time and just skip to whatever portion of the step by step teaching module you need help with at any time.
Later, if you want, you can do it on your own, just listening to the music from my demonstration module in the first one!
And no worries if learning a routine isn't something that interests you. You can always just use the technique modules as a dance class you can access at anytime. And choose the parts that you want to do for your specific time frame and needs that day.
The routine isn't the end of the course though, I also share a few tips on shoes and other types of specialty classes if you want to take your burlesque dancing further. Plus you'll get a look behind the scenes at what it was like to film this whole thing during the recent lockdown by myself - with some funny outtakes!
I hope this has given you a good idea what to expect as you get ready to enjoy one of the most tantalizing and fun forms of dance. Burlesque gives you the opportunity and the permission to find what is uniquely fabulous about yourself and express it with a wink and a smile!
And if you have any questions check out the FAQ's or feel free to message me and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
That means it covers a lot of theory to help you get the movements and understand the attitude and style, so you can make it your own. Since it's an online class without an instructor there to see you and give you corrections and suggestions, I wanted to cover as much of that as possible upfront, so you can check your form and have helpful cues as we go along, to do it to your best current ability! I also give a lot of modifications in case you aren't very flexible, haven't worked out in awhile, or have an injury or other physical concern that a particular movement would affect. Obviously I can't foresee everything with that, but you know your own body and can use your own judgement. As mentioned in the terms and conditions, you should also check with your doctor before participating in this course.
Having different modules for each part of the class also means you can go to whatever section you want to practice on at any given time, right away! No fast forwarding trying to find the spot in a taped class.
You can also pause the lesson to practice something more and then continue when you are ready.
I do include a full burlesque routine at the end of the course, in three separate modules. The first one is just me showing it to you, so you can see what you'll be learning. The second one is me teaching you the whole thing, step by step, with repetitions of sections as we go to help you understand how to transition from one part to the next, and help with remembering what comes next. (Physical memory is a very real thing!) Then the third part is a chance for you to do the entire routine WITH me while I call out the steps - just like I would in a live class!
And the best part is there's no pressure to learn it all in one session. You can do a little at a time and just skip to whatever portion of the step by step teaching module you need help with at any time.
Later, if you want, you can do it on your own, just listening to the music from my demonstration module in the first one!
And no worries if learning a routine isn't something that interests you. You can always just use the technique modules as a dance class you can access at anytime. And choose the parts that you want to do for your specific time frame and needs that day.
The routine isn't the end of the course though, I also share a few tips on shoes and other types of specialty classes if you want to take your burlesque dancing further. Plus you'll get a look behind the scenes at what it was like to film this whole thing during the recent lockdown by myself - with some funny outtakes!
I hope this has given you a good idea what to expect as you get ready to enjoy one of the most tantalizing and fun forms of dance. Burlesque gives you the opportunity and the permission to find what is uniquely fabulous about yourself and express it with a wink and a smile!
And if you have any questions check out the FAQ's or feel free to message me and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
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