LYRA TEACHER TRAINING:

fundamentals 101 

Are you a lyra student seeking to deepen your practice and expand your knowledge of the craft?

Do you aspire to be a teacher and want to test the waters of teaching as a profession?

Join us on a powerful journey of self-discovery as you dive deeper into your own practice and learn to skillfully guide others

Teaching aerial hoop requires a clear understanding of the skills, progressions, technique, spotting, diverse learning styles, and classroom management to help students find success. We have over 17 years of teaching aerial dance and creating unique diverse class curriculums. We also specialize in low lyra and truly believe in making this art form accessible to more people.

PLEASE NOTE: This training is designed for people who have lyra experience and want to learn how to TEACH a class. If you do not have current lyra experience please take classes in your local area first before attending a training.

PREREQUISITES

  • One year of experience on aerial hoop.

  • Must be injury-free (or have clearance from a health care provider to participate)

  • Must be at an intermediate level (mount top bar without assistance, hocks hang unassisted, clean side mounts)

  • Previous experience in teaching is recommended but not required.​

    WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

    • Detailed instruction on approximately 40 fundamental skills on Aerial Hoop

    • Warm ups and Cool Downs

    • Conditioning exercises

    • Spotting techniques

    • Safety and Injury Prevention Tips

    • Basic Physiology and Anatomy (as it relates to aerial dance)

    • How to structure classes

    • Teaching methodologies and Cueing for auditory, visual and kinesthetic learners

    • Modifications and progressions

    • Classroom management

    • Teaching Clinics (Master Trainer will assess abilities to instruct aerial tricks)

    • Access to video library of all moves taught during training

    • Video Test Out Required

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