Calgary Burlesquercise Classes
All classes are for ages 18+.
Intro to Burlesquercise (Level 1)
Tone up and get fit with this unique fitness dance class with a burlesque twist! Develop your core strength with principles used from jazz, ballet, latin and pilates and gain body awareness through some basic dance exercises and drills. Learn all the basic walks, struts, kicks and turns as well as the all important "boa basics" to get you well on your way to being a diva! Go home with a mini-routine that will leave you both gigglin' and feeling HOT HOT HOT!! Women of all ages, shapes and sizes welcome. Heels are required for some portions of the class. No dance experience necessary.
*Yoga mat and feather boa required. Use your own or purchase boas for $45 during checkout. Boas are pink or black, 6 ft long, 130grams. Yoga mats are available for $35 during checkout.
Mondays, Sep 13–Oct 25
(No class Oct 11)
Time: 9:30am–11am
Location: West Hillhurst Community Association
Instructress: Miss Kim
Price: $162 / 6 weeks (9 hours)
Wednesdays, Sep 15–Oct 20
Time: 6pm–7:30pm
Location: Dancenergy Premier Center of Dance
Instructress: TBA
Price: $162 / 6 weeks (9 hours)
Saturdays, Sep 18–Oct 23
(No class Oct 9)
Time: 12pm–1:30pm
Location: The VRRI
Instructress: Miss Di
Price: $135 / 5 weeks (7.5 hours)
Wednesdays, Oct 27–Dec 8
Students in this class are invited to dance at the CABARET CHRISTMAS GALA
Time: 6pm–7:30pm
Location: Dancenergy Premier Center of Dance
Instructress: TBA
Price: $189 / 7 weeks (10.5 hours)
Saturdays, Oct 30–Dec 11
Students in this class are invited to dance at the CABARET CHRISTMAS GALA
Time: 12pm–1:30pm
Location: The VRRI
Instructress: Miss Di
Price: $189 / 7 weeks (10.5 hours)
Mondays, Nov 1–Dec 6
Students in this class are invited to dance at the CABARET CHRISTMAS GALA
Time: 9:30am–11am
Location: West Hillhurst Community Association
Instructress: Miss Kim
Price: $162 / 6 weeks (9 hours)
The Burlesque Experience (Level 2 - Level 3)
Continue to challenge your fitness level through various conditioning exercises while also embarking on the art of dance and performing. Discover your alter ego with the aid of various props such as a feather boa, a cabaret cane, a feather fan, a top hat, a gentleman's dress shirt or a chair. Whether inspiration comes from a Broadway musical or The Pussycat Dolls, each session offers a unique choreographed routine that will change the way you think and feel about yourself! These classes are intended to be taken on an on-going basis and many students become addicted. Expect lots of gigglin'!
Yoga mat required. Heels are required for some portions of the class. All props can be purchased at check out.
Wednesdays, Sep 15–Oct 20
"Chairtease" - Level 2 Required prop: Feather boa
Time: 7:30pm–9pm
Location: Dancenergy Premier Center of Dance
Instructress: TBA
Price: $162 / 6 weeks (9 hours)
Saturdays, Sep 18–Oct 23
(No class Oct 9)
"Broadway Burlesque" - Level 2 Required prop: Feather boa.
Time: 10:30am–12pm
Location: The VRRI
Instructress: Miss Di
Price: $135 / 5 weeks (7.5 hours)
Wednesdays, Oct 27–Dec 8
"Tango Gypsy Fan Dance - Level 2+" Required prop: Feather fan - can be purchased at checkout for $35. Students in this class are invited to dance at the CABARET CHRISTMAS GALA
Time: 7:30pm–8:45pm
Location: Dancenergy Premier Center of Dance
Instructress: TBA
Price: $158 / 7 weeks (8.75 hours)
Wednesdays, Oct 27–Dec 8
"Floor Play - Bollywood Burlesque - Level 3" Required prop: Feather boa & bring knee pads or leg warmers. Students in this class are invited to dance at the CABARET CHRISTMAS GALA
Time: 8:45pm–10pm
Location: Dancenergy Premier Center of Dance
Instructress: TBA
Price: $158 / 7 weeks (8.75 hours)
Saturdays, Oct 30–Dec 11
"Chairtease - Level 2+" Required prop: Feather boa. Students in this class are invited to dance at the CABARET CHRISTMAS GALA
Time: 10:30am–12pm
Location: The VRRI
Instructress: Miss Di
Price: $189 / 7 weeks (10.5 hours)
NEW!! Burlesque Bootcamp Technique Class
This class is designed for the intermediate plus dancers and addresses fundamental technical dance skills including latin technique drills. Open only to Sizzle Girls, Tease, and The Little Vegas Dance Company or by Di's permission. Latin heels mandatory. * Please note this class will be taught in a bootcamp style to the highest level possible.
Tuesdays, Sep 21–Oct 26
Time: 6pm–7pm
Location: Dancenergy Premier Center of Dance
Instructress: Miss Di
Price: $108 / 6 weeks (6 hours)
Tuesdays, Nov 2–Dec 6
Students in this class are invited to dance at the CABARET CHRISTMAS GALA
Time: 6pm–7pm
Location: Dancenergy Premier Center of Dance
Instructress: Miss Di
Price: $108 / 6 weeks (6 hours)
The Sizzle Girls (Level 3)
For those divas who wish to do public performances, shows and engagements, this amateur performance troupe is for you! Pre-requisite: a minimum of 4 sessions of The Burlesque Experience (Level 2) or by Di's permission. Heels are required for some portions of the class.
Tuesdays, Sep 14–Dec 8
Level 3+ Required props: Cabaret cane and top hat. Students in this class are invited to dance at the CABARET CHRISTMAS GALA
Time: 8pm–9:30pm
Location: Dancenergy Premier Center of Dance
Instructress: Miss Di
Price: $351 / 13 weeks (19.5 hours)
The Little Vegas Dance Company (Level 4+)
This classy professional performance troupe is for those babes wishing to experience the glitz and glamour of a Vegas showgirl without the nudity. Fabulous dancing with outrageous costumes! Performances will be throughout the year at various corporate events, trade shows, festivals and dance events. By invitation only. See the Little Vegas Dance Company page for more information or to fill out an application form.
BOY-lesquercise Dance Fitness
Open to all men who wish to tone up and get fit while learning how to dance. Using elements from ballet, jazz, hip hop, pilates and latin... you will learn body isolations and body rhythm through basic dance skills and drills. Expect simple yet dynamic choreography to increase both your body awareness and confidence. Suitable for all levels. Yoga mat required.
"BOY-lesquercise for Divas"
Finally boys you can discover your alter ego! Tone up with some pilates/ballet core strengthening and gain body awareness through some basic dance exercises and drills. Learn all the basic walks, struts, kicks and turns as well as the all important "boa basics" to get you well on your way to being a diva! New & Delicious choreography every session. No dance experience required.
Heels encouraged for those who dare! Yoga mat and feather boa required.
Class dates to be announced
Burlesquercise For The Plus Size Woman
Brought to you by request, this class covers all the basics but allows for more consideration of your fitness level. Tone up and build body confidence in this light hearted atmosphere. Don't forget your boa!
Heels are required for some portions of the class. Yoga mat and feather boa required. Use your own or purchase boas for $45 during checkout. Boas are pink or black, 6 ft long, 130grams. Yoga mats are available for $35 during checkout.
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