PL3Y International Inc

The DANCEPL3Y Kids Online Instructor Training Course is designed for fitness instructors and recreation leaders who want to learn how to lead high-energy dance classes at their local community centre, fitness club or after-school program.

This specific Fall Cohort offers you additional coaching and accountability check-ins so that you can complete the training in time to offer Winter 2019 Programs.

Fall Cohort for Fitness Instructors: Bonus Offerings!

     -Online, self-paced learning modules
     -Program Manual
     -Choreography Notes and Tutorial Videos
     PLUS  'live' group calls (optional participation)
     AND 1:1 coaching with your Master Trainer: Melanie Levenberg

Your  online fall cohort learning experience will be hosted by Children's Fitness Expert and DANCEPL3Y Program Creator, Melanie Levenberg. She will host coaching calls between October 22nd & January 15th to help pace you through the course.

During your online training, you'll learn how to create a motivating and safe space where kids ages 6-12 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

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 6 to 12 years old.  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 Membership program ($227/year for Commercial Users, or $177/year for Not-For-Profit Instructors), 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.