FEMPRESS INTENSIVE TRAINING
Fempress Intensive Training, or FIT — whether you are interested in beginning your journey towards becoming an instructor, or are simply eager to expand your own pole fitness knowledge as a student, this course will guide you in the right direction.
ABOUT THE COURSE
Fempress Intensive Training (FIT), an inclusive, hands-on, fun and knowledge-filled 16-week course led by Francesca Garcia, the Pole Fitness Alliance© Master Trainer of Illinois, and taught by her team of PFA certified trainees.
This intensive training is designed to help you build a foundation for Level 1 pole fitness and learn how to lead others through fundamental skills confidently, safely, and effectively in an intimate curriculum with a maximum of 10 participants.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
FRANCESCA GARCIA
Pole Fitness Alliance© Master Trainer
Chicago, Illinois & Central Gulf Coast of Florida
After years of gym workouts, Francesca wanted more from her fitness routine and started her search for different options. She tried pole fitness in 2008 and was immediately hooked. After mastering pole, she pursued other forms of aerial fitness adding Hammocks Silks and Lyra to her regimen.
In 2014 she obtained Pole Dance Certification, she then went on to obtain her Group Fitness, Certification through the Nationally accredited AFAA program. By 2014, Francesca had fallen in love with the classroom atmosphere; teaching pole fitness to all levels, and teaching group fitness at her local gym.
She has since attained further mastery in techniques including: Master Trainer for the Pole Fitness Alliance in 2018 . Other skills include: Certified Liquid Motion© Instructor, Mat-Pilates, Yoga, Spin Cycling, Aqua Fitness, Body Sculpting, Interval-High-Intensity-Training, Flexibility Training, and many other forms of aerial arts.
GET TRAINED AND CERTIFIED IN POLE FITNESS
Make pole movement safe, accessible, and fun for everyone. These tools include teacher training courses, standardized curriculum, structured progressions, and techniques.
PFA is committed to promoting the many benefits of pole dancing: developing strength, power, and fluidity of the body, enhancing the mind-body connection, increasing body image and self-confidence, and becoming part of a passionate, diverse and inclusive community.
If you have done any research at all on pole certification training, you know many of them are not even approved by governed fitness organizations. PFA offers you the industry’s most comprehensive curriculum at a fair price, while also being approved by organizations like the ones above.
PFA is approved by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), and the Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) in addition to international fitness governing bodies.
As with any type of recognized sport, the only way to show potential employers you are qualified to teach is to acquire a certification. This shows them you have received the proper training and helps them feel confident you know how to teach safely, and will not put their students in any danger. Credentials from PFA will help you stand out from other instructors who have not been certified, or whose certification has not been vetted by the proper organizations.
In addition to being a valuable investment in your fitness career, upon passing your exam, you get your first year of membership in PFA for free! As part of your membership, you will receive a Pole Fitness Alliance certificate and identification card.
Students from the training will not be entered onto the PFA site or receive their certificates until applicable licensing fees are paid.
You will have access to the Hybrid Online Learning Management System with over 16 hours of online training. PFA built this with the same technology major universities use for their online classes. You can watch each lesson as many times as you need so you can immerse yourself in the training to ensure you retain the necessary knowledge to become an excellent teacher. You can access the course from your mobile phone so you can take the course anywhere.
You can learn more about PFA at polefitnessalliance.com.
FIT CURRICULUM
The FIT curriculum is divided into 3 segments:
learning, teaching, and testing as described below
Apprentice:
Our FIT Apprentice package is for participants who are new to pole fitness or are coming back from a break from pole fitness or would like an accelerated Level 1 education. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon the completion of week 8.
In-Studio Learning Hours
Sundays 2pm-7pm
Immerse yourself in pole fitness! We will start from the very beginning and teach you every spin, hold, climb, and skill required to be a model Level 1 pole dancer.
Independent Practice Hours
8 hours
Students will need to complete 8 hours of practice on their own throughout the week. This can be done through at home practice, open studio, and taking Fempress Level 1 Tricks classes.
Royal:
Our FIT Royal package is for participants who are experienced pole fitness students who just need to learn how to teach and take the PFA certification exam (included) and will only participate in assisting and student teaching. Participants must receive Fempress approval to purchase this package.
In-Studio Learning Hours
Sundays 2pm-7pm
Now that you possess the skills to be a model Level 1 pole dancer, it’s time to learn how to teach that to others! We will be showing you the safest and most effective ways to teach Level 1 pole fitness. You’ll receive your PFA learning materials so you can begin studying for the certification exam. We will walk you through each chapter during studio time so you are fully prepared for the exam.
Independent Practice Hours
8 hours
Students will need to complete 8 hours of practice on their own throughout the week. This can be done through at home practice, open studio, and taking Fempress Level 1 Tricks classes. Students will need to complete 4 hours of shadowing current instructors throughout the week. This will need to be scheduled with the studio.
Supreme:
Our FIT Supreme package is for our full FIT program from start to finish. Participants in this package will learn Level 1 Pole Fitness, how to teach, and take the PFA certification exam.
In-Studio Learning Hours
Sundays 2pm-7pm
Once you possess the skills to be a model Level 1 pole dancer, we will be showing you the safest and most effective ways to teach Level 1 pole fitness. You’ll receive your PFA learning materials so you can begin studying for the certification exam. We will walk you through each chapter during studio time so you are fully prepared for the exam. You will demonstrate your skill as a pole dancer and as an instructor. You will be taking a practical and written exam, and you will know if you passed by the end of the day Sunday.
Certification
Sunday 2pm-7pm
It’s all led up to this moment! It’s time to demonstrate your skill as a pole dancer and as an instructor. You will be taking a practical and written exam, and you will know if you passed by the end of the day Sunday.
LEVEL ONE
Our Level 1 course is where everyone begins.
Successfully completing this course will certify you to teach beginner pole classes and will provide you with the foundation you will need to certify to teach more advanced classes as well.
You will learn how to teach and demonstrate proper posture and grips for spins, floor work, transitions, basic climbs, and holds. You will learn basic spotting techniques appropriate for this level, effective ways to communicate the mind-body connection, and standards for teaching safe basic pole moves. You will also learn numerous stability, strength and mobility exercises, and how to count music and cue movement. Additional topics include the science of pole movement, basic anatomy and anatomical considerations, classroom and teaching tips, how to lead effective warm ups and cool downs, how to create basic choreography, how to handle accidents and emergencies, and so much more.
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• Over 16 Hours of 24/7 Online Training access
• One Year of Membership in the PFA
• Pole Moves Level 1 Beginner Textbook
• PFA Certificate and ID Card upon passing practical and written exam
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• The History of Pole Fitness
• Science of Pole Movement and Using It
• The Fitness Benefits of Pole
• Effect of Body Alignment on Pole
• Basic Anatomy
• Anatomical Considerations and Safety
• Warm Up Principles
• Cool Down Principles
• What Movement Energies Are
• Classroom Tips
• Aspects of Being a Great Teacher
• Teaching Tips
• Types of Learning
• Class Types and Sample Formats
• Managing Classroom Challenges
• How to Count Music
• Creating Basic Choreography to Counts
• Lowering the Risks of Injury
• Handling Emergencies and Accidents
• Strength Training
• Ground Movements
• Standing Pole Movements
• Pole Transitions
• Spins
• Holds
• Climbs
• Stretches
Schedule
Training Dates
Training Schedule:
Sunday’s 2:00pm-7:00pm
April 7, 2024- July 21, 2024
Certification Dates
Certification only:
Saturday and Sunday 2:00pm-7:00pm
August 3 & 4th, 2024
Pricing
Supreme
$3,450
Our FIT Supreme package is for our full FIT program from start to finish. Participants in this package will learn Level 1 Pole Fitness, how to teach, and take the PFA certification exam.
Royal
$2,290
Our FIT Royal package is for participants who are experienced pole fitness students who just need to learn how to teach and take the PFA certification exam (included) and will only participate in assisting and student teaching. Participants must receive Fempress approval to purchase this package.
Apprentice
$1,600
Our FIT Apprentice package is for participants who are new to pole fitness or are coming back from a break from pole fitness or would like an accelerated Level 1 education. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon the completion of week 8.
Certification Only
$750
Instructors or Intermediate / Advanced level pole fitness students interested in being certified to teach Level 1 Pole Fitness may participate in the certification weekend. Participants must receive Fempress approval to purchase.
Make your reservation as soon as possible, spaces will fill up fast!
Payment plans available. All enrollments are non-refundable.
This training does not guarantee employment at Fempress Fit™.
Reserve your spot by emailing info@fempressfit.com, if you have questions, feel free to email us or call us at (312) 728-0477.