Course Description

*NOTE: Final Cohort of our School Teacher Instructor Certification begins July 6, 2019*


The DANCEPL3Y Kids Online Instructor Training Course for School Teachers is designed for educators who want to learn how to integrate high-energy dances into their Physical Education, Arts (Dance) curriculum, or in general as part of their school wellness initiatives.

This specific Summer Cohort offers you coaching calls and accountability check-ins so that you can complete the training before the 2019-20 School Year begins.

Summer 2019 Cohort for School Teachers: 

- Live Orientation Call with Program Creator, Melanie Levenberg (July 6, 2019)
- Online, self-paced learning modules
- DANCEPL3Y KIDS Program Manual
- Choreography Notes and Tutorial Videos      
- 12 months of access to online Instructor Training resources

PLUS  individualized feedback from  your Master Trainer!

Your online Summer cohort learning experience will be hosted by Physical Education teacher and DANCEPL3Y Program Creator, Melanie Levenberg. 

During your online training, you'll learn how to create a motivating and safe space where students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 can get playful and have fun as they develop physical literacy through dance. 

You'll develop instructing skills and learn effective strategies on how to teach dance and in a simple way, using a combination of traditional formations and our interACTIVE teaching approach. 

You'll also learn how to plan and deliver an effective and energizing dance class that develops physical literacy and fundamental movement skills, while fostering a playful and positive class environment.


(Estimated time for course completion: 16hrs)

COURSE TOPICS:

  • Developing Physical Literacy and Promoting Playfulness through Dance
  • Becoming a DANCEPL3Y Instructor: Choreography, Culture, Coaching, Structure and Certification
  • Understanding Purposeful Playlist Planning, Coaching and Cueing.
  • Next-Level Instructing Skills: Teaching Using an Interactive Approach while Fostering a Positive Class Culture
  • Integrating DANCEPL3Y into your school curriculum and healthy school community plan


COURSE STRUCTURE:

Part 1: Modules 1-4*
Part 2: Modules 5-13*
(included in initial course fee)

*Course modules include opportunities for direct feedback and interaction with Master Trainer.


PROGRAM CERTIFICATION:
Once you have completed your online course Part 1 and Part 2, you will have the knowledge and skills to obtain certification status.

In order to qualify for the "Certified DANCEPL3Y Kids Instructor" title, you must submit a practicum assessment (via video) of yourself teaching DANCEPL3Y to a group of at least 5 children who are in Kindergarten to Grade 6.  In this video, you'll need to demonstrate that you are able to deliver a DANCEPL3Y class according to our internationally accredited program standards.

Following your successful practicum assessment, you'll be eligible to become a licensed DANCEPL3Y Kids Instructor through our School Teacher Membership program ($99USD/year), where you'll get access to on-going choreography and program planning content.
 

By registering for this course, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.

CEO/Founder

Melanie Levenberg

Melanie Levenberg, M.Ed, Kids Fitness Expert, International Speaker, Author, TEDx Presenter, PRO Trainer and canfitpro’s 2022 Fitness Professional of the Year. As the Founder of PL3Y International, her programs have gained global accolades for boosting mental health and getting over 3.5 million students active through dance, yoga and play. She coaches fitness professionals how to build their business getting kids active in schools and recreation centres.

Course curriculum

  • Welcome to the DANCEPL3Y Kids Online Instructor Course

    • *A Message From Your Instructor

    • *Tell us about yourself

    • *Get to Know Us

    • *Orientation Call: Important Information

    • *Help with Technology

  • *Orientation & Group Coaching Call [Recordings]

    • July 6th Summer Cohort Orientation Call [Recorded Live] :)

  • *Getting Set Up for Success!

    • *Welcome To Your Course!

    • *Understanding the DANCEPL3Y Kids Online Course

    • *Getting Feedback On Your Progress

    • *Understanding Part 1 versus Part 2 of the Course

    • *Introduce Yourself on the Discussion Board

  • Module 1: About Your DANCEPL3Y Kids Instructor Training

    • *Module 1 Intro

    • Module 1 Worksheets

    • *About the DANCEPL3Y Kids Program

    • *5 Key Areas of DANCEPL3Y

    • *What Is Physical Literacy

    • Physical Literacy

    • *Instructor Skills Preview (Partner Blind)

    • *DANCEPL3Y Kids Instructing Skills

    • Overview: DANCEPL3Y Instructing Skills

    • *Your 4 Steps to Getting Certified

    • *Module 1 Quiz

  • DANCEPL3Y Pledge

    • Integrity Check In: The DANCEPL3Y Pledge

    • DANCEPL3Y Pledge (Downloadable)

    • Quiz: Commit to the DANCEPL3Y Pledge

  • Module 2: Master Class

    • *Module 2 Intro

    • Module 2 Worksheets

    • DANCEPL3Y Kids Master Class #1

    • Grab Your Class Reflection Worksheet

    • Master Class Reflection + Debrief

    • Grab Your DANCEPL3Y Kids Instructing Skills Overview

    • Instructing Skills Review + Learning Goal

    • A Deeper Look at Physical Literacy

    • Grab Your High Quality Physical Literacy Worksheet

    • High Quality Physical Literacy Programming

    • Module 2 Quiz

  • DANCEPL3Y Kids - Course Playlist

    • Full DPK Course Playlist

    • iTunes Links (Download and Learn All Songs!)

  • Module 3: Choreography

    • *Module 3 Intro

    • Module 3 Choreo Notes

    • Choreography Overview

    • DANCEPL3Y Choreography Template

    • Dark Horse Breakdown Part 1

    • Dark Horse Breakdown Part 2

    • Dark Horse Tutorial (Full Song Demo)

    • Dark Horse Recap

    • *Fight Song Breakdown

    • *Fight Song Tutorial (Full Song Demo)

    • Module 3 Quiz

  • Module 4: Coaching Styles

    • *Module 4 Intro

    • Module 4 Worksheet

    • Module 4 Choreo Notes

    • Grab Your Coaching Styles Worksheet

    • Overview of Coaching Styles

    • We No Speak Americano Breakdown

    • We No Speak Americano Tutorial (Full Song Demo)

    • Tsunami Breakdown

    • Tsunami Tutorial (Full Song Demo)

    • Module 4 Quiz

  • Master Trainer Feedback Time!

    • Getting Feedback from Your Master Trainer

    • How to Film and Prepare Your Video

    • Video Submission Guide

    • Submit Your Videos for Feedback Now

    • Video Submission #1

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