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Jamie Elchert

Jamie began pole dancing in 2018 as a student at Ecole de Pole Cleveland. Since then, she has grown into an accomplished pole competitor and leader in the pole industry as owner of Memorial Pole Championship, co-owner of Ecole de Pole Cleveland and Akron, and co-owner of Chrome Coast Pole Camp.

Jamie has accumulated a number of championship titles. In addition to competing, Jamie is a dedicated pole instructor and has been teaching pole since 2021 as an Ecole de Pole certified instructor.

Outside of pole, you can find Jamie practicing contortion or working at her full time job as a physician.

POLE AWARDS

1st place in Championship Level 5 at PSO Great Lakes in 2025
3rd place PSO Atlantic Pole Championships Women’s Professional Division
2nd place in the Women’s Pro Open at PCS in 2023
US Pole Champions Professional finalist in 2023.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ecole de Pole Master Trainer Certificate – Beginner, Inter, Advanced
Doctor of Medicine

Megan Lee

Meg is co-owner of Ecole de Pole Cleveland and Ecole de Pole Akron, two of the largest competitive pole studios in the US. She has coached countless competitors in a variety of competitions across the US, taught at camps and workshop intensives on four continents, is a Master Trainer with Ecole de Pole, and is the co-organizer of Chrome Coast Pole Camp.

Meg specializes in static dynamic and power spin combos as well as phoenixes and casts. Meg also has formal training in circus style partner acrobatics and hand balancing, training with and learning from celebrated Cirque athletes and performers. Meg also writes in her limited free time and has finished two novels this past year with a third on the way.

POLE AWARDS

Finalist Nationals PSO 2022
1st PSO Sagittarius 2021
2nd Championship Level 5 PSO 2021
1st Amateur Division of PCS 2019 (Columbus, Ohio)
2nd Championship Level 5, PSO Great Lakes 2019 (Chicago, Illinois)

Phuket Retreat: Week 2

12 hours workshops over 5 days
4 INTERNATIONAL INSTRUCTORS: Mirian (@blackybel), Unnie, Dan Rosen & Justine McLucas (1x Lyrical workshop)
2 levels: INTERMEDIATE (Group 2) & ADVANCED/PRO (Group 1) (see FAQ’s for detailed expected standards for each level to determine your level and group – if unsure please tell us your instagram account name so we can assess for you. You will be asked to provide this during the checkout process so we can check as well and make sure you get the most out of your workshops by being grouped with similarly skilled polers)
Welcome Thai Buffet Feast & Cocktail at the Ayara resort’s luxury 5* restaurant
5 nights 5 Star luxury award winning resort “the Ayara Kamala” for accommodation packages
On-site pole studio at the resort with floor to ceiling fixed xpoles, over 3.1m tall and floor to ceiling mirrors!
THB 3,000 (USD 95 CREDIT!) Food, Beverage & Hotel services credit per person! (8,000 for Grand Pool Villa stays!)
Complimentary water at the studio for all students every day, all day
Welcome bag + detailed welcome packs included
Welcome Thai Buffet Feast with cocktail
Speed Boat trip to a Thai island with snorkelling, swimming & beach
Airport Transfers both ways for accommodation packages
90mins Luxury Hotel Spa massage & spa treatment for accommodation packages
A la carte & buffet breakfast – champagne brekky included if you want!
Option to room share with others in a TWIN or TRIPLE
Single rooms also available
15% off restaurant and smoothie menus for all accommodation and no accommodation packages
Small groups – only 12 per level.
Non-poler packages available – partners/friends/ mum’s welcome! Everything but pole workshops & welcome bag included!
All participants can use all hotel facilities including the infinity po

Payment Plans available (5 monthly payments)
No Accommodation packages available for those on budgets
No classes on arrival day – see draft timetable below for detailed planning info
You can also book an additional night to stay over after the farewell an extra day by contacting the hotel directly.

Hotel Packages include:

5 nights accommodation (click Prices & Bookings to see room choices). Book additional nights direct with the hotel for a discounted pole retreat rate
Airport transfers
Welcome drink and cold towel on arrival
Breakfast daily (a la carte & incredible buffet, including champagne breakfast every day if you like!)
Luxury Ratana Spa treatment at the hotel (90mins)

Optional Extras:

Private lessons (prices & bookings will be released in October to those booked, starting from AUD 185 for 1-2-1’s)
Photoshoots with our professional photographer (details and packages including beach, jungle, waterfall COMING SOON)

TIMETABLE

Lauren (aka Cherri)

Lauren (aka Cherri) Cherri is a pole performer & choreographer with over 10 years experience and 8 years teaching experience. Crowned Miss Pole Dance QLD 2022, she says her love for pole dancing is only amplified seeing her students grow and achieve their goals in class.

POLE AWARDS

Miss Pole Dance QLD Pro Champion 2022
South QLD Pole Championships Pro 1st Runner-up 2023
Miss Pole Dance QLD Pro 1st Runner-up 2023
Miss Pole Dance QLD Pro2nd Runner-Up 2020
Hunter Valley Semi-Pro and Overall Champion 2019

FITNESS & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ecole de Pole Master Trainer Certificate – Beginner, Inter, Advanced (2023)

Gold Coast Instructor Training Camp

Complete all three certificates of the internationally accredited Ecole de Pole Master Training Series over 5 days (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
26 hours training/ theory & practical sessions over 5 days
Tutorials will start at 12pm on Day 1 and finish early afternoon on Day 5 (followed by a farewell pool party!)
Welcome Meet & Greet (catered with lots of yummy canapes!)
Welcome bag & detailed welcome pack included
Small group – only 16 enrolments accepted
Accommodation and travel not included
20% off room rates at Vibe Hotel (you do not have to stay at the Vibe hotel) grab the discount code and booking link in the PRICES & BOOKING tab.

Gold Coast Instructor Training Camp

You can now choose which levels to complete of your certification and just come for those days: all 3 (5 days), just Beginner (2 days), Beg + Inter (3 days), Int + Adv (4 days) or Adv only (2 days)! Activities & welcome dinner included in all packages.
Click to see course content here: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Up to 26 hours training/ theory & practical sessions over 5 days (dependant on levels you are completing) – see timetable below.
Tutorials will start at 12pm on Day 1 and finish early afternoon on Day 5 (followed by a farewell pool party!)
Welcome Meet & Greet (catered with lots of yummy canapes!)
Welcome bag & detailed welcome pack included
Small group – only 16 enrolments accepted
Accommodation and travel not included (see booking page for 20% off room rates link)

Timetable (2025)

Gold Coast Workshop Retreat:

12 hours workshops over 5 days (included)
DISCOUNTED additional single workshops at $55 each (instead of non camp people who pay $75)
2 levels: Intermediate/Pre-Advanced, Advanced/Pro (check FAQ’s for level requirements or send us your insta in the questions on booking to determine your level don’t worry!)
ANETE BLAUA (Latvia/Ireland) + BETHANY FINLAY (Aus) + MEG LEE (USA) + JUSTINE MCLUCAS (Aus/ UK)
Welcome Meet & Greet on first night (catered with lots of yummy canapes & a welcome drink) included!
Sunset Sailing in Paradise half day trip to nearby island and beaches – snorkelling, stand up paddleboard – included!
Stars showcase and an opportunity to perform! 2x Brass X Stages outside on the terrace
Farewell Beach Club party on the last day (included with canapes & a drink)!
Studio located on site in the conference room at the VIBE HOTEL, Surfers Paradise
Complimentary water at the studio for all students every day, all day
Welcome bag & detailed Welcome Pack included
Small groups – only 16 per level.
Non-poler packages available – partners/friends/ mum’s welcome to attend the events: welcome party, sailing trip and showcase, farewell
Payment Plans Available
Travel & accommodation not included
20% off room rates at Vibe Hotel (you do not have to stay at the Vibe hotel) grab the discount booking link in the PRICES & BOOKING tab.

Adv/Pro start from approx. 10am on Day 1
Inter/Pre-Advanced start from approx. 12:30pm on Day 1
Classes finish at approx 12pm on Day 5 (25 Jan)- farewell party at a Beach Club included for the afternoon until 6pm – however you can leave anytime after classes to catch flights etc.

FINAL TIMETABLE

Chris Talbot (aka Blue Phoenix)

Dr Chris Talbot (PhD), 2022 Mr Pole Dance Australia, 2014 Mr Pole Dance World, 2014 INBA Melbourne Male Fitness Model Champion. A pole dance performer/instructor/competitor, fitness model and body transformation specialist.

Originally a Marine Biologist, jumped out of the boat and into the gym to pursue his passion in the health and fitness profession. He is a pole dance instructor and competitor, performing nationally at a variety of private, public, corporate and special events and showcases.

Chris has been a member of the Aussie Pole Boys and their show “Voyeur” in Sydney, as well as Kabaret touring Australia with his pole act. Know as “Blue Phoenix Pole & Fitness”, Chris caters pole dance instruction, performances, and fitness training programs and nutrition advice to suit individual special event needs, or health and fitness goals.

POLE AWARDS

Mr Pole Dance Australia 2022
Pole Icon People’s Choice 2022
Mr Pole Dance World 2014

Naomi Browne

Naomi’s passion for physical development begun at the age of 4 when she was introduced to gymnastics. She trained as a gymnast for many years and then started developing her dance skills and musicality. Mixing the two sports in the form of pole dance makes Naomi’s style of performance strong and dynamic as well as elegant and powerful.

Her interest in acrobatic skills, dance and performance also extended to fascination with human physiology, movement and biology, leading her to study anatomy and physiology and later graduating from the Australian Institute of Applied Sciences with a Diploma as well as extra studies. Her application of knowledge gained from these studies allows her to have a unique perspective on instructing others in training safely and making progress in developing their skills.

Naomi has only been competing in the pole industry for the last 3 years, and took out 1st place in her first competition at Pole Expressions 2016, and since then has gone on to compete and place in numerous Australian State and National competitions. She has also been invited as a guest performer at highly regarded pole competitions and studio performances.

As well as training for herself, She has been teaching the highest level classes in two pole studios for the last 3 years and is passionate about students learning correct technique and seeing them grow within the sport.

When she is not in the pole studio, Naomi works as a self-employed physical rehab therapist working with clients including, athletes, mothers, elderly and youth to improve any physical ailments they may have, anything from sports injuries in professional athletes to arthritis or growing pains.

POLE AWARDS

Australian Pole Championship Best Trickster 2022
QLD Pole Championships 1st runner up 2022
Queensland Pole Championship, Professional Sponsors Choice 2018
Pole Championship Series, Professional 2nd Place 2018
Battle of the Pole Gyms Professional Winner 2018
Miss Pole Dance Queensland, Guest Performer 2018
Queensland Pole Championship, Ameteur Winner 2017
Australian Pole Championship, Ameteur Winner 2017
Hardcore Pole Championship, Semi-Pro, Best Trickster 2017
Pole Expressions, Open Women Champion 2016

FITNESS & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ecole de Pole Master Trainer Certificate – Beginner, Inter, Advanced (2019)
Gymnastics at Mitchelton Youth Club
St John CPR Certificate (2018)
Ecole De Pole Instructor Training Course – Beginner (2018)
Ecole De Pole Instructor Training Course – Intermediate (2018)
St John First Aid Certificate (2017)
Pole Instructor Training – Pole Fitness Australia, Brisbane (2016)
Cert IV Massage Therapy
Diploma of Remedial Massage – Australian Institute of Applied Sciences (2008-2011) with certifications and electives in:
- Musculoskeletal Anatomy
- Anatomy and Physiology 1,2 &3
- Remedial Massage
- Communication Practice Management
- Chinese Medicine
- Structural Alignment
- Advanced Deep Tissue Manipulation Shiatsu
- Reflexology
- Lymphatic Drainage Cross Fibre Mobilisation

Tammy “Bam Bam”

Tammy aka BamBam is a Brisbane based professional pole dancer and instructor. She has a background in Jazz dance and a passion for performing.

Growing up she was constantly running, jumping, dancing or climbing trees. So when she came across pole it was love at first sight.

Tammy is a passionate instructor and a huge advocate for injury prevention through the application of strength training and correct engagement. She is a qualified personal trainer and has a sadistic love of conditioning. Her love for teaching pole is obvious and her enthusiasm infectious.

Tammy is proud to be an Indi Pole Wear spokeswoman and Glitter Pimp Shoes ambassador.

POLE AWARDS

QLD Pole Championships Winner – 2015 & 2019
Miss Pole Dance Queensland 17/18 – Winner
NSW Pole Championships 2017 Sponsors Choice
Miss Pole Dance Queensland 2016/17 Sponsors Choice
Miss Pole Dance QLD 2015/16 – First Runner Up
Queensland Pole Championships 2014 – First Runner Up (Amateur division)
Miss Pole Dance QLD 2014/15 – Winner (Amateur Division
2 x Miss Pole Dance Australia national finalist
2 x Australian Pole Championships national finalist

FITNESS QUALIFICATIONS

Cert III and IV in Fitness – Academy of Fitness (2015 – 2016)
Purple Heart First Aid & CPR Training
Federal Association of Teachers of Dancing (FATD) – Modern Dance
Grade one to Bar to Star (highest level under FATD) – Modern Dance (1997 to 2006)

Justine McLucas

Justine is the founder of Ecole de Pole®, now a multi-faceted pole dance industry brand, including the EDP Instructor Training Courses written by Justine, worldwide Pole Camps and Licenced studios. She established the London studio in 2010, with EDP now also in Cleveland & Akron, Ohio, USA.

Australian-born Justine started dancing at 3 training in ballet, jazz, contemporary and singing throughout her childhood, performing in a singing & dance troupe called “Teeny Boppers” on stages for years even before her 10^th birthday. With Honours in her RAD Advanced Ballet training, and a quarter finalist in the prestigious Prix de Lausanne competition at the age of 15, she was soon accepted to the Hamburg Ballet School where she completed her professional ballet training and performed with the school and company on stages around Germany. After an ankle injury left her unable to dance en pointe, Justine went home to Australia and began working in finance.

With a passion for South East Asian culture, she completed a Bachelors Degree in Arts (Asian Studies) as a mature age student from The University of Sydney in 2005, with a triple major in Asian Studies, Anthropology and Thai language, also spending 6 weeks studying in a Bangkok university. The letters after her name are now J McLucas (Asian Stud) – no joke!

She then set off to travel across the world, visiting places such as Thailand, Vietnam, Nepal, Tibet & Base camp, Mt Everest on a journey to move to Europe again, landing in London, where she continued in a career in Investment banking and collateral management.

But her true love has always been dance, and fate would have it that a gym in central London in early 2007, tempted Justine to try their Pole Dancing classes – and she was captivated by the strength, beautiful lines, and uniqueness of the art, motivating her to train and start performing again, this time in the world of cabaret and acrobatic pole dancing, where she established herself firmly amongst the elite polers of Britain, and has since built a solid reputation as a respected performer, choreographer and instructor around the globe. As well as a competing pole dancer, she performed as a Burlesque Artist and Can Can girl in cabaret company “Cabaret Rouge” performing regularly at Cafe de Paris and other London West End venues.

Justine tied 1^stplace on points at Miss Pole Dance UK 2011, was a World Pole Sports Semi-Finalist in Budapest 2011 and ranked in the World’s Top 25 at the 2012 International Pole Championships (IPC), has been nominated for Instructor of the Year at IPC 2 years running, and has performed in the prestigious ‘Gravity’ show Mexico, The Pole Convention ‘Showcase of the Stars’ in the USA as well as Australia’s “Pole Reflections” and numerous West End productions and Music Videos. The photo of her Eagle (the Ecole de Pole logo) is also used on the American PSO championships logos.

She brought her unique Contemporary Pole style (making use of all that ballet background), to the mainstream in 2012, reaching the Top 34 of Sky 1’s Got To Dance in 2012, with a dream come true moment with one of her dance idols, Adam Garcia (who went to the same dance school as her in Sydney as kids), teaching him a pole move on screen (and nabbing a kiss and a cuddle from him too). She is an X-Pole Australia Ambassador and the face of Pole Motion DVD’s.

Justine is known for dance quality, artistry, technique, control and exquisite lines. An all rounder though she loves to throw in a few deadlifts, handstand tricks & Iron-X’s just as much as her signature pretty, flexy, pole flow combos, with choreo heavily influenced by her classical training – her teaching has been awarded with nominations for “Instructor of The Year” at IPC 3x.

When not poling… Justine can be found in Thailand as a digi nomad, at a dog shelter or running up a mountain somewhere…

Justine now lives in Brisbane, Australia, and is available for Workshops, Instructor Training (worldwide), and can be contacted about Ecole de Pole licenced studio opportunities globally!

Follow Justine on Instagram HERE

POLE AWARDS

Miss Pole Dance QLD “INDUSTRY PERSON OF THE YEAR” Award 2017, Australia
Nominee for IPDFA IPC “Instructor of The Year” 2013 and 2015
Nominee for the “Representin” Award: Most Positive Role Model in the Pole & Aerial Community (Pole World News Awards USA 2014)
Internationally accredited IPDFA judge & World Sport (Miss Pole Dance) Judge
GOT TO DANCE 2012 (UK) Series 3 -TOP 34
IPDFA International Pole Championship Semi-Finalist + shortlisted to top 25 in the world 2012

Ranked No 17 in the World by Poleranking.com 2011
World Pole Sport & Fitness Semi-Finalist, Budapest, 2011
Miss Pole Dance UK tied 1st Place on points & Best Entertainer, 2011
Pole Divas Professional Championship Runner Up, 2010
Pole Divas Professional Championship London, Winner 2010
Miss Pole Dance UK Finalist & Best Costume, 2009
VOTED #17 United Pole Artists – Global Poler’s Choice Awards (2016), #20 in 2012, and #25 2013

FITNESS, DANCE & EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Twerk & Twerk/Pole Instructor Training Course – Gal Be Pole, Israel (2015)
Future Fit Training – Pilates Inter & Advanced, Level 2 & 3 Mat Pilates Diploma (2009)
Drummond Education – Level 2 Gym Cert: Exercise to Music (2008)
Pole Dancing School, UK – Intensive Teacher Training Course (2008)
University of Sydney Bachelor of Arts (Asian Studies, Anthropology, Thai, 2005)
Hamburg Ballet School – Classical Ballet, Anatomy, Pilates, Spanish, Contemporary, German, Dance History (1998-99)

A.R.A.D. Award – Associate of the Royal Academy of Dancing, Advanced, Sydney 1996
Pilates (Reformer & Mat) – Penny Latey Studio, Sydney (1996-97)
Ecole Classique Sydney – RAD Ballet Int/Advanced, Contemporary, Pilates (1997)
Tanya Pearson Academy Sydney – RAD to Elementary, Character, Contemporary (1991-97)
Julie Anne Talent School – RAD Ballet Grade 1 -4, Jazz, Song & Dance (1986-1991)

Advanced Master Training Course

Objectives: This course has been designed to build the knowledge to plan and instruct a safe Advanced level pole fitness workout, and to deliver an effective class through appropriate demonstration, using a wide range of teaching and communication skills. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Plan and instruct an Advanced Pole Fitness Class
Manage the training schedule of an advanced pole athlete;
Understand when and why to implement progressions and regressions;
Understand how to support and nurture advanced students’ progress;
Consider safe ways to prevent injuries; and
Draw upon a deep understanding of the principles and mechanics of advanced pole dancing and movement.

Study Time: 11.75 hours (2.75 hours self paced learning & online theory exam, 9 hours face to face tutorials including practical assessment)

Pre-requisites: Completed the EDP INTERMEDIATE MASTER Training Course (or equivalent).

CECs: You will earn 6 AUSactive CECs on completion of the course (or 1.0 American Council on Exercise CECs). To claim CECs you must be on the Register of Exercise Professionals in the applicable country (you do not need to be registered to take the course – only if you want to claim CECs toward your registration).

Course Content:

Components of an Advanced Pole Warm Up
Advanced Conditioning
Strength vs Flexibility
Anatomy in Advanced Pole including muscles involved in specific movements of the shoulder
Muscles for stabilisation and injury prevention of the shoulders
Training for Good Lines (Active Flexibility)
The Contortion Phenomena
Advanced Methods of Stretching
How to Instruct Flow & Fluidity using Imagery
Structuring Advanced Pole Classes & Routines
Dangers & Safety for Advanced Pole Dance (drops, flips & advanced spotting)
Injury Prevention & Cross Training
Nutrition within the scope for AusREPs
The Advanced Pole Student & Teaching Styles
Encouraging creativity & freedom of expression
Training for Competitions
Physics of Pole Grips
Advanced Mechanics of Spinning Pole
Breaking down technique of advanced tricks and spins and understanding muscles used Progressions and regressions
Step by step preparations, teaching points & tips for advanced tricks, with opportunities to actively implement and practice new teaching skills using active learning methods

Manual: covers theory units and complete breakdowns of almost 110 Advanced pole tricks & spins, flexibility & conditioning exercises; with technique & watch out points, tips & spotting techniques.

Assessment: includes practical demonstration of the instructors’ ability to teach the tricks of this level and deliver the objectives of this course safely. A theory test will be given, covering anatomy, class formats and other units of the course to show the instructors understanding of the principles of pole fitness and their responsibilities as an instructor within the scope of practice for Registered Exercise Professionals.

Insurance: You will be eligible to receive $20 off your first annual premium with DanceSurance Australia on completion of this course. Insurance in other countries can be recommended.

Intermediate Master Training Course

Objectives:

This course builds knowledge to plan and instruct a safe Intermediate pole fitness class and to deliver an effective class through appropriate demonstration, using a wide range of teaching and communication skills. Upon completion, participants will be able to:

Plan and instruct an Intermediate Pole Fitness Class
Define the scope of practice for a registered exercise professional and provide clarity in regard to their role and responsibilities
Identify the muscles and joints used in Intermediate pole grips and moves
Offer suitable progressions and regressions to meet the varying needs and fitness levels of students in an Intermediate class
Identify and correct student’s technique and build strength
Understand functional and efficient execution of movement
Demonstrate safe and effective spotting as inversions are introduced
Understand how to support injury prevention
Promote creative expression and fluid movement

Study Time: 11.75 hours (2.75 hours self paced learning & online theory exam, 9 hours face to face tutorials including practical assessment)

Pre-requisites: Completed the EDP BEGINNER MASTER Training Course (or equivalent).

CECs: You will earn 6 AUSactive CECs on completion of the course (or 0.9 American Council on Exercise CECs). To claim CECs you must be on the Register of Exercise Professionals in the applicable country (you do not need to be registered to take the course – only if you want to claim CECs toward your registration).

Course Content:

Producing balanced class plans incorporating motor skills, strength & flexibility training
Functional and efficient movement
Inverting for the first time, safety exits, effective & safe spotting
Muscle movements & joint actions
Anatomy of the core & wrists
Mechanics of pointing the toes
Developmental Stretching for Dancers
Managing student expectations & goal setting
Imagery, creative expression and fluidity
Building on Beginners – functional training for Intermediate level pole students
Breaking down technique of intermediate tricks and spins and understanding muscles used Progressions and regressions and adapting tricks for differing difficulty levels
Step by step preparations, teaching points & tips for intermediate tricks, with opportunities to actively implement and practice new teaching skills using active learning methods
Momentum & dynamics
Mechanics of Spinning Pole: controlling speed
Pole Conditioning: theory and practical application
Introduction to handstand training for pole

Manual: covers theory units and complete break downs of almost 100 Intermediate pole tricks & spins, flexibility & conditioning exercises; with technique & watch out points, tips & spotting techniques.

Assessment: includes practical demonstration of the instructors’ ability to teach the tricks of this level and deliver the objectives of this course safely. A theory test will be given, covering anatomy, class formats and other units of the course to show the instructors understanding of the principles of pole fitness and their responsibilities as an instructor within the scope of practice for Registered Exercise Professionals.

Insurance: You will be eligible to receive $20 off your first annual premium with DanceSurance Australia on completion of this course. Insurance in other countries can be recommended.

Beginner Master Training Course

Objectives: This course has been designed to build the knowledge to plan and instruct a safe beginner level pole fitness workout and to deliver an effective class through appropriate demonstration, using a wide range of teaching and communication skills. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Describe the value of fitness
Understand their responsibilities as a pole instructor and how to build confidence with their students
Understand how to safely adapt tricks to suit the varying needs and fitness levels of students in a general beginner class
Identify muscles required, and correct the technique of students using watch out points and tips during the exercise or movement
Understand how to structure a beginner pole routine, incorporating musicality and dance aspects and how to deliver this to a class

Study Time: 10 hours (2 hours self paced learning & online theory exam, 8 hours face to face tutorials including practical assessment)

Pre-requisites: 6 months pole training recommended.

CECs: You will earn 6 AUSactive CECs on completion of the course (or 0.7 American Council on Exercise CECs). To claim CECs you must be on the Register of Exercise Professionals in the applicable country (you do not need to be registered to take the course – only if you want to claim CECs toward your registration).

Course Content:

Principles of Pole Fitness
How to structure a Beginner Class: build an effective warm up, plan a balanced class, structure routines and link movements in combinations, safe cool downs
Muscles & Anatomy essential in Pole (weight bearing exercise, muscle movements and joint actions in pole grips)
Health & Safety (risk assessments, pre-exercise screening, spotting, instructor responsibilities)
Teaching Methodology (teaching and learning styles, cueing and communicating)
Dance Aspects (counting, phrasing, musicality, rhythm & imagery)
Contraindications and how to adapt tricks accordingly
Technique of Beginner tricks & spins (muscles used, progressions and regressions), teaching points, safety, spotting, correcting students)
Functional Methods of Teaching Pole Tricks
Mechanics of Beginner Spinning Pole
Pole Conditioning (on and off the pole)
Flexibility Training for Beginner Classes; the importance of stretching for balanced fitness

Manual: covers theory units and complete break downs of over 65 Beginner (Levels 1 & 2) pole tricks & spins, flexibility & conditioning exercises; with technique & watch out points, tips & spotting techniques.

Assessment: includes practical demonstration of the instructors’ ability to teach the tricks of this level and deliver the objectives of this course safely. A theory test will be given, covering anatomy, class formats and other units of the course to show the instructors understanding of the principles of pole fitness and their responsibilities as an instructor within the scope of practice for Registered Exercise Professionals.

Insurance: You will be eligible to receive $20 off your first annual premium with DanceSurance Australia on completion of this course. Insurance in other countries can be recommended.

Phuket Workshop Retreats (Week 1 & Week 2)

Bookings will open online first week of March – keep an eye on our Instagram @ecoledepole to know when bookings are Live (do not email to book!)

Prices are per person
Room type information link: https://www.ayarakamalaresort.com/

No Accommodation: AUD 1130

Deluxe Ocean View:
Twin AUD 1685
Triple AUD 1670

Grand Thai Spa:
Single AUD 2145
Twin/Double AUD 1720
Triple AUD 1695
Double/ Twin Non poler AUD 735

Deluxe with Pool access
Single AUD 2395
Twin/Double AUD 1850
Double/ Twin Non poler AUD 855

Grand Thai Spa with private pool:
Single AUD 2920
Twin/Double AUD 2099
Triple AUD 1950
Double/ Twin Non poler AUD 1114

Grand Pool Villa
Single AUD 4010
Twin/Double AUD 2655
Double/ Twin Non poler AUD 1670

Phuket Instructor Training Camp

Bookings will open online first week of March – keep an eye on our Instagram @ecoledepole to know when bookings are Live (do not email to book!)

Prices are per person
Room type information link: https://www.ayarakamalaresort.com/

No Accommodation: AUD 1889

Deluxe Ocean View:
Single AUD 2675
Twin AUD 2360
Triple AUD 2350

Grand Thai Spa:
Single AUD 2730
Twin/Double AUD 2385
Triple AUD 2370
Double/ Twin Non poler AUD 555

Deluxe with Pool access
Single AUD 2930
Twin/Double AUD 2485
Double/ Twin Non poler AUD 655

Grand Thai Spa with private pool:
Single AUD 3350
Twin/Double AUD 2695
Triple AUD 2575
Double/ Twin Non poler AUD 865

Grand Pool Villa
Single AUD 4220
Twin/Double AUD 3130
Double/ Twin Non poler AUD 1300

Phuket Retreat: Week 2 - DANCE & CHOREO

12 hours DANCE & CHOREO workshops over 5 days
WES MARX + HARUNA + OLGA BISEROVA + 1 contemporary workshop with JUSTINE MCLUCAS
2 levels: Intermediate (Group 2) & ADVANCED/PRO (Group 1) (see FAQ’s for detailed expected standards for each level to determine your level and group – if unsure please tell us your instagram account name so we can assess for you. You will be asked to provide this during the checkout process so we can check as well and make sure you get the most out of your workshops by being grouped with similarly skilled polers)
Welcome Thai Buffet at the Ayara resort’s luxury 5* restaurant on 6 Dec – mingle and get to know each other the first night!
Boat/ island visit half day trip included
Farewell BEACH BBQ approx 1-3:30pm on final day (10 Dec). Depart anytime this afternoon!
On Site Pole studio at the resort with floor to ceiling fixed x poles over 3.1m tall and floor to ceiling mirrors. Includes a mix of stainless steel and powder coated poles, mostly 40mm (but also some 45mm).
Complimentary water at the studio for all students every day, all day
Welcome bag & detailed Welcome Pack included
15% off at the resort’s Cradle restaurant and juice bar for all participants
Small groups – only 12 per level.
Non-poler packages available – partners/friends/ mum’s welcome! Everything but pole workshops & welcome bag included!
All participants can use all hotel facilities including the infinity pool!

Payment Plans available (5 monthly payments)
No Accommodation packages available for those on budgets
No classes on arrival day (5 Dec) – see draft timetable below for detailed planning info
You can also book an additional night to stay over after the farewell an extra day by contacting the hotel directly.

Hotel Packages include:

5 nights accommodation (click Prices & Bookings to see room choices). Book additional nights direct with the hotel for a discounted pole retreat rate
Airport transfers
Welcome drink and cold towel on arrival
Breakfast daily (a la carte & incredible buffet, including champagne breakfast every day if you like!)
Luxury Ratana Spa treatment at the hotel (90mins)

Optional Extras:

Private lessons (prices & bookings will be released in October to those booked, starting from AUD 185 for 1-2-1’s)
Photoshoots with our professional photographer NINIE VO (details and packages including beach, jungle, waterfall, bath & boudoir shoots coming soon)

DRAFT TIMETABLE

Phuket Workshop Retreat: Week 1

12 hours workshops over 5 days
4 INTERNATIONAL INSTRUCTORS: Mirian Regina (@blackybel), Mischka, Devon Mitchell & Unnie
3 levels: INTERMEDIATE (Group 3) & ADVANCED (Group 2) & PRO/ELITE (Group 1) (see FAQ’s for detailed expected standards for each level to determine your level and group – if unsure please tell us your instagram account name so we can assess for you. You will be asked to provide this during the checkout process so we can check as well and make sure you get the most out of your workshops by being grouped with similarly skilled polers)
Welcome Thai Buffet Feast & Cocktail at the Ayara resort’s luxury 5* restaurant
5 nights 5 Star luxury award winning resort “the Ayara Kamala” for accommodation packages
On-site pole studio at the resort with floor to ceiling fixed xpoles, over 3.1m tall and floor to ceiling mirrors!
THB 3,000 (USD 95 CREDIT!) Food, Beverage & Hotel services credit per person! (8,000 for Grand Pool Villa stays!)
Complimentary water at the studio for all students every day, all day
Welcome bag + detailed welcome packs included
Welcome Thai Buffet Feast with cocktail
Speed Boat trip to a Thai island with snorkelling, swimming & beach
Airport Transfers both ways for accommodation packages
90mins Luxury Hotel Spa massage & spa treatment for accommodation packages
A la carte & buffet breakfast – champagne brekky included if you want!
Option to room share with others in a TWIN or TRIPLE
Single rooms also available
15% off restaurant and smoothie menus for all accommodation and no accommodation packages
Small groups – only 12 per level.
Non-poler packages available – partners/friends/ mum’s welcome! Everything but pole workshops & welcome bag included!
All participants can use all hotel facilities including the infinity pool

Payment Plans available (5 monthly payments)
No Accommodation packages available for those on budgets
No classes on arrival day – see draft timetable below for detailed planning info
You can also book an additional night to stay over after the farewell an extra day by contacting the hotel directly.

Hotel Packages include:

5 nights accommodation (click Prices & Bookings to see room choices). Book additional nights direct with the hotel for a discounted pole retreat rate
Airport transfers
Welcome drink and cold towel on arrival
Breakfast daily (a la carte & incredible buffet, including champagne breakfast every day if you like!)
Luxury Ratana Spa treatment at the hotel (90mins)

Optional Extras:

Private lessons (prices & bookings will be released in October to those booked, starting from AUD 185 for 1-2-1’s)
Photoshoots with our professional photographer (details and packages including beach, jungle, waterfall, bath & boudoir coming soon

TIMETABLE

Phuket Instructor Training Camp

You can choose which levels to complete of of the internationally accredited Ecole de Pole Master Training: complete all 3 (5 days course), or just BEG+INTER (3 days course).
Master Trainers: Justine McLucas, Lauren (Cherri), Masha S
HOTEL or NO ACCOMMODATION packages (all hotel packages include 4 nights accommodation)
All packages, with or without accommodation include the activities and welcome dinner/ farewell brunch!
THB 1,500 (USD 50 CREDIT!) Food, Beverage & Hotel services credit per person (hotel packages only)
Click here for course content
Up to 26 hours training/ theory & practical sessions over 3-5 days.
Tutorials start 12pm on Day 1 (23 Nov) and finish approx 10:30am on 27 Nov (checkout from the hotel after this or stay for brunch with the group until approx 11:30am)
Welcome Set Dinner on 23 Nov.
Farewell champagne brunch & pool party
Welcome bag & detailed Welcome Pack included
15% off at the resort’s Cradle restaurant and juice bar for all participants
Small group – only 14 enrolments accepted.
Partners/friends/ mum’s welcome as non polers.
All participants can use all hotel facilities including the infinity pool
See FAQ’s at the bottom of the page for info on recommended level to join this certification camp

Hotel Packages include:

4 nights accommodation (click Prices & Bookings to see room choices). Book additional nights direct with the hotel for a discounted pole retreat rate if you wish to arrive the day before, or stay an extra day (we recommend arriving the night before as tutorials start midday on 23rd so book an extra night on 22nd at this or another hotel)HB 3,000
THB 1,500 (USD 50 CREDIT!) Food, Beverage & Hotel services credit per person
Airport transfers
Welcome drink and cold towel on arrival
Breakfast daily (a la carte & incredible buffet, including champagne breakfast every day if you wish!)
Luxury Ratana Spa treatment at the hotel (60mins)

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