Free Yourself

Tone up & get fit with this unique fitness dance class with a burlesque twist!

Class Locations

West Hillhurst Community Association

1940 - 6 Ave NW, Calgary


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Classes at West Hillhurst Community Association

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, 5.5 ft long, 180grams. Yoga mats are available for $40 during checkout.

Wednesdays, Sep 14–Oct 19

NEW Level 1-1.5 "MTV Video Diva" Each week will be dedicated to a different musical icon with new choreography. Workout section will include a 20 minute ab blast!
Sept 14: Madonna
Sept 21: Beyonce
Sept 28: Shakira
Oct 5: Michael Jackson
Oct 12: Lady Gaga
Oct 19: Jennifer Lopez
Yoga mat and feather boa required.

Time: 9:30am–11am

Location: West Hillhurst Community Association

Instructress: Miss Kim

Price: $162 / 6 weeks (9 hours)

Wednesdays, Oct 26–Dec 7

SORRY THIS CLASS CANCELLED

Time: 9:30am–11am

Location: West Hillhurst Community Association

Instructress: Miss Kim

Price: $189 / 7 weeks (10.5 hours)

Chair Tease (Level 2)

Now that you are well on your way to being sexified, its time to get a little more naughty! Tone up your entire body by combining the use of a chair and your body weight. Our show piece this time will also incorporate the chair as a prop. Expect some great fitness results as well as discovering a side to yourself you didn't know you had! Heels are required for some portions of the class.

There are currently no sessions being offered of this course at this location.

Cabaret Canes (Level 2)

This class is for vixens that have done at least 1 session of "Intro to Burlesquercise" or have previous dance experience. (No beginners.) Tone up and get fit with booty ballet and get your heart pumpin' with the cardio can-can. Live your fantasy as a broadway dancer and learn a choreographed routine with a naughty cane by your side!

There are currently no sessions being offered of this course at this location.

Burlesque Experience (Level 3)

There are currently no sessions being offered of this course at this location.

The Sizzle Girls (Level 3.5)

For those divas that wish to take their dancing to the next level Sizzle is for you! Enjoy the challenge of more difficult choreography as you build various technical, dance and performance skills. This troupe works as a team while showcasing vixens of various shapes, sizes and ages. Members in this class are COMMITTING to the showcase Gala on Dec 10th. Although no additional practices are required & it is understood that classes cannot be missed as choreography is more complex and often done in synchronization or in pairs. This is in consideration of the group.
There are currently no sessions being offered of this course at this location.

Burlesque Experience (Level 4)

This sassy broadway burlesque performance team is composed of 10 experienced intermediate level vixens. HEAT shows are classy and fun and and have a variety of numbers to showcase at various local festivals, events as well as private functions. This troupe requires an additional practice once a week along with occasional volunteering. Quality dancing expected as well as an extended commitment from Sept 2011-June 2012.
BY invitation only. Inquires email Di at: .
There are currently no sessions being offered of this course at this location.

The Little Vegas Dance Company (Level 5)

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.

LVDC auditions to be announced.

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, 5.5 ft long, 180grams. Yoga mats are available for $35 during checkout.

There are currently no sessions being offered of this course