Intermediate Pole Dance Certification Course

Learn how to effectively and safely break down and spot over 30 intermediate pole moves for your students

Safe, Comprehensive and Effective Teaching Skills

Safety is First

Learn tried and true techniques for breaking down intermediate level inversions for your students that will not only help them understand the proper positioning and points of contact, but keep them safe and injury free.
Teacher Tips

Each lesson is taught and explained in a comprehensive manner with clear instruction. Important teaching tips are provided that will help you trouble shoot with clients that are having difficulty.
Spotting

For each lesson that includes moves that require instructor spotting there is a demo at the end of the instructional section. This ensures you will understand how to safely assist your students physically through each of the movements in this course.

IMPORTANT

Please ensure that you have successfully passed the beginner pole instructor certification before becoming certified in intermediate. If you have not taken the course, you can also challenge the exam. Please contact us for details. [email protected]

FAQ

Do you have to complete the beginner pole instructor certification to do this course?

You can take any course you like, however, to become certified you must successfully complete the exams in order. So, you must pass the beginner pole instructor requirements in order to to the intermediate instructor exam and become certified.
What are the requirements for the exam?

You will need to perform each of the Intermediate skills on both sides with proficiency. You will need to select 9 skills to instruct and demonstrate excellent spotting skills for each. There is a $75 fee for the practical exam assessment.
Are there refunds for courses or workshops?

No there are no refunds for courses or workshop purchases
Can I get an extension if I am unable to complete the requirements within a year of registration?

Yes, please contact the Movement Arts Academy prior to your expiration date to arrange an extension. There is additional cost for this.

Course curriculum

1. Welcome to the Intermediate Pole Dance Instructor Certification Course!
2. Scope of Practice
3. Pole Fitness Instructor Code of Ethics
1. Matting
2. Grip Aids
3. Spotting
1. Sample 6 week sessions
2. Sample Warm-Up
3. Conditioning Exercises
4. Cool Down and Stretching
1. Figurehead
2. Hands Free Inversion and Exits
3. Plank and Wrist Seat
4. Two Handed Gemini / Outside Leg Hang
5. Hands Free Gemini / Outside Leg Hang
6. Scorpio / Inside Leg Hang / Flat Line Scorpio
7. Butterfly - From Gemini / Outside Leg Hang
8. Hip Hold
9. Dragonfly
10. Jade Split
11. Extended Butterfly Prep
12. Extended Butterfly
13. Shooting Star
14. Side Climb to Seat or Slide
15. Forearm Grip Caterpillar
16. Cross Ankle Release or Layback
17. Cross Knee Release or Layback
18. Sliding and Spinning Helicopter
19. Reverse Spinning Helicopter
20. Reverse Spinning Helicopter to Butterfly
21. Spinning Helicopter to Scorpio
22. Apprentice or Jamilla to Butterfly
23. Superman
24. Cupid
25. Side Knee Split
26. Shouldermount Splay Hold
27. Shouldermount Inversion
28. Marley
29. Genie
30. Side Superman
31. Martini Sit
32. Shoulder Dismount
1. Transitional Combo suggestions - Level 1 Intermediate
2. Transitional Combo suggestions - Level 2 Intermediate
3. Transitional Combo suggestions - Level 3 Intermediate
1. Intermediate Pole Instructor Manual
1. Exam
  FREE PREVIEW
2. Pay for Practical Assessment and Email Links

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$350.00
48 lessons

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Keep your students safe and successful!

Getting certified demonstrates that you care about your students wellbeing and safety. Taking time to educate yourself on proper teaching skills, spotting techniques and best practice will provide a better relationship with your students.

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