From Nicole Carlin...
Burlesque Dance Teachers Required
POP Fizz Burlesque is looking to recruit motivated, creative and charismatic teachers for a new dance venture opening in Philadelphia early 2010. POP Fizz Burlesque organizes dance lessons for Bachelorette, birthday and hen parties (mostly Burlesque, but occasionally other styles of dance).
POP Fizz is looking for:
Passionate, charismatic, and energetic women to teach 2-4hr Burlesque classes for Bachelorette parties in or near Philadelphia on some weekends. This is a part-time position and bookings are not guaranteed by POP Fizz Burlesque. As a booking comes into the office, POP Fizz teachers will be notified and will have the option to accept or decline the booking. POP Fizz teachers are paid $20-25/hr depending on booking.
Qualifications:
Previous dance experience or training, or a strong interest/love for dancing (Burlesque experience is not necessary, but would be an extra bonus when applying)
Ideally some teaching experience would be desirable, but also not essential for the right candidate
Preferred-- Driving license and car
Honest and dependable
Must be able to work weekends, as bookings will be for Saturdays mostly (and some Sundays)
This position is as an independent contractor, so applicants must have the ability to work independently (you will be required to pay and complete your own taxes, as well as acquiring public liability insurance. )
Why teach for POP Fizz Burlesque?
POP Fizz is dedicated to empowering women through dance. We embrace women of all shapes and sizes and allow our teachers the freedom to express their own individual style and personality. POP Fizz holds it’s teachers in high esteem, setting high standards for both teachers and company and we pay our teachers very well. We will support your through your training and will communicate with feedback.
Why Burlesque?
Burlesque is fun, sexy and empowering for women and inspiring to teach! There is no nudity in our workshops and the atmosphere is always supportive.
Teacher Training
All of POP Fizz teachers will be required to attend a half-day teacher training the weekend of December 19, 2009 at 954 DMC, 954 N 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123. Through the teacher training, you will learn basic Burlesque routines, use of props, Pin-up poses and teaching role-play. The training will prepare you for Bachelorette bookings from January 2010 onwards. Teacher training cost is $250 and includes all props and teaching materials needed.
We at POP Fizz Burlesque look forward to hearing from you! Please respond to POPFizzburlesque@gmail.com with a resume, a photograph (does not have to be professional) and a covering letter explaining your qualifications and stating why you think you would excel as a Burlesque dance teacher.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
The latest and greatest
November is in like a lion (or is it March that does that?) and SEPTA is now on strike. But we're still dancing! Change note: Kiona's yoga class for the next 3 weeks will be Saturday mornings at 9am, so come out and start your weekend right. Alison's bellydance class is back on for this Friday at 8pm and Sunday at 6PM (see picture). Jill's Creative Movement for Kids continues on Saturday at 10:30AM and Tony starts his contemporary jazz class on Friday at 2PM and Sunday a 11AM. What's coming up? Modern Dance, two Hip Hop Classes and a Mommy & Me Class. Check out the details at http://www.954dmc.weebly.com.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Sunday, October 4, 2009
NEW CLASS: YOGA FOR MOVERS W/ KIONA BROWN
Whether you are a movement artist, or someone looking to move a little more, this is a yoga class for you. This is a mixed-level yoga class that is appropriate for beginners, experienced students, dancers, and anyone in between. Class begins with five minutes of seated meditation to let go of the busy world outside the space. Focus will then be on poses, flowing yoga, and breathing to improve balance, flexibility, and general health of the body-mind. Five minutes of meditation seal the finished practice. Class is based on the Bihar school of yoga in the Hatha style. It also incorporates the instructor’s knowledge of the needs of movement artists and their community in today’s Philadelphia.
Schedule
Starts October 13th
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00PM-7:15PM
Saturdays 9:00AM - 10:15AM
Cost
$15 single adult class
$120 adult class pass for 10 classes
$12 single student class (ID required)
$100 student class pass for 10 classes
Student = 21 or younger with student ID (ID required)
Single Class Drop-in Offer: 2nd class is FREE
Contact: dmc@keilacordova.com or 215.627.1157
BIO
Kiona received her yoga certification studying under Sraddhasagar in the style of the Bihar school at 7 Centers Yoga Arts in Sedona, AZ. She has studied hatha, kundalini, vinyasa, and yin yoga along with meditation, and ayurveda. Kiona has been dancing since childhood in Arizona and teaching all ages for the last seven years in aerial dance, modern dance, and creative movement. She is very excited to explore yoga and dance with the community of 954 Dance Movement Collective.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Get Your Yoga Certification at 954 DMC! Starts October 2009...
A great opportunity to develop mind and body, and to build a solid yoga foundation. This 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training runs October 23-December 20, 2009.
Join Angela Boltz at 954 Dance Movement Collective! Here's the course description from her site:
"This course is suitable for anyone with a dedicated yoga practice who would like to explore the creative freedom of vinyasa yoga. Whether you like the fiery energy of Power vinyasa or a slower flow focusing on alignment and passive release, this program will provide the tools to carry you on your path toward becoming a well-rounded yoga teacher.
200-Hour Yoga Alliance Certification
Techniques Training / Practice (75/100 hrs)
Includes asanas, pranayamas, kriyas, chanting, mantra, meditation, and other traditional yoga techniques. These hours must be a mix between (1) analytical training in how to teach and practice the techniques, and (2) guided practice of the techniques themselves.
Teaching Methodology (15/25 hrs)
Includes principles of demonstration, observation,
assisting/correcting, instruction, teaching styles, qualities of a teacher, the student's process of learning, and business aspects of teaching yoga.
Anatomy & Physiology (10/20 hrs)
Includes both human physical anatomy and physiology
(bodily systems, organs, etc.) as well as energy anatomy and physiology (chakras, nadis, etc.). Includes both the study of the subject and application of its principles to yoga practice (benefits, contraindications, healthy movement patterns, etc).
Philosophy, Lifestyle & Ethics (20/30 hrs)
Includes the study of yoga philosophies, yoga lifestyle, and ethics for yoga teachers.
Practicum (5/10 hrs)
Includes practice teaching, receiving feedback, observing others teach and receiving and giving feedback. Also includes assisting students while someone else is teaching."
Registration Info Available at: http://www.angelaboltzyoga.com/Angela_Boltz_Philadelphia_Yoga/Retreats_and_Teacher_Training/Entries/2009/10/23_Philadelphia_200-hour_Yoga_Teacher_Training.html
Angela's Bio
Angela Boltz began her study of Yoga in 1999 as a student at Temple University. Intrigued by the wisdom of Eastern Philosophy, she majored in both Anthropology and Religion, combining the two into an independent study of Comparative Eastern Religions and Culture.
She has been a Yoga Alliance certified instructor since 2003, receiving her primary professional teaching with Corina Benner of Wake Up Yoga studio. Her continued education includes workshops and private practice with teachers such as Geri Portney, Roger Cole, Michael Fukumura, Tim Miller, Shiva Rea, Kofi Busi, John Friend, Duncan Wong, and Ana Forest.
Her teaching reflects the core values of the Krishnamacharya lineage and she teaches in the Vinyasa style. Her classes explore the pulse of the breath, its relationship to the body, and the way it serves as a connection between our internal awareness and outer actions.
In addition to her regularly scheduled classes in Philadelphia, she is a freelance writer and can be found leading workshops citywide. She is currently hosting both national and international yoga retreats and is the Director of a 200-Hour Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher Training at Montezuma Yoga Center in Montezuma, Costa Rica.
Image: http://www.everystockphoto.com
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Our Philosophy, in a nut shell
MISSION
To support ourselves by supporting the advancement of dance among individuals in the Greater Philadelphia community.
VALUE
A great, warm, welcoming space that invites people to shed their daily worries in favor of the joy and commitment of movement.
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
To support the creation and enjoyment of dance in the Greater Philadelphia community.
PROSPECTUS
We are working to establish an organization where a supportive community of movement creativity is our mission for the health and well being of the inhabitants of the Greater Philadelphia area.
PURPOSE
To establish an organization that empowers individual artists with the ability to develop and grow in ways usually limited to larger established arts organizations. With the helping hands and support of the collective, the artist does not need to reinvent the wheel, and can learn from others and can create from a stronger foundation.
Class Cancelled on Friday 7/17/09
We decided to cancel the Friday 7/17 Break Dancing class this week due to a scheduling conflict. Our next Break Dancing class will start on Monday July 20th for the LAST THREE sessions of Macca Malik's Workshop. Please tell all your friends to come!
Tomorrow, Thursday 7/18 you can check out the first of Nicole Carlin's Yoga and Burlesque sessions.
We'll see you spinning next Monday. Have a great day!
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