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teacher training & mentoring
Absolute Aerials mentor and teacher training program for up and coming aerial enthusiasts who have an interest in teaching in the future. Or perhaps you are a dance studio owner who wants to add aerial to your studio in a safe and proven way!
Over the course of 10 years since Absolute Aerials was born, Kayleigh Matias has taught a number of up and coming students the fundamental skills to being a great coach! She has assisted a number of students, some with no prior experience to be an Absolute Aerials instructor, some who have even gone on to open their own studios.
In 2019 Kayleigh decided to consolidate her teachings into courses and offer them to everyone! You can now attend these trainings and become an Absolute Aerials Accreddited coach learning our methodology that makes us industry leaders.
Kayleigh has completed numerous ballet and jazz exams, receiving the highest mark attainable between the ages of 5-16years, A cert 3 in Athlete Support Services, Bachelor of Psychology, Circus Training Australia Courses, certified in the Acrobatic Arts syllabus, has performance experiences in competition, corporate and traditional circus settings, has travelled the world training with international artists including those from Cirque Du Soleil and continues to do so to constantly update and improve her teaching methods. Alongside Kayleigh, and to add further validity of the success of her methods she has invited specialists in certain fields to come and teach their thoughts and ideas on relevant topics (introductory levelled course). Some of those included are nutritionists, personal trainers, qualified dance/ballet teachers, and Pilates instructors.
All courses must be taken consecutively and you must submit an application in writing via email to admin@absoluteaerials.com.au. You can find out more by emailing us!
Payment Plans are available.
DO YOU OWN A STUDIO?
Would you like to teach the Absolute Aerials tested and proven curriculum at your studio?
We can travel to you to teach you and your staff. Enquire Now!
PROFESSIONAL / EXPERIENCED / INDUSTRY LEADERSWe currently offer the following courses:
- Introductory Mentor & Teacher Training Program (3months) - 32 hours - including practical learning as work experience in an Absolute Aerials Studio- Introductory Teacher Training Course Fast-track (1 - day) - 8 hours- Beginner 1 Silk Course- Beginner 1 Lyra Course- Beginner 2 Silk Course- Beginner 2 Lyra Course
*Courses must be taken in sequential order & you must start with one of the introductory courses* If you currently attend an Absolute Aerials studio and have ambition to be a coach in the future we recommend the 3 month program as it is much more extensive. We have however started to offer the fastrack option for those who live far away and can not commit for 3 months*aragraph. Drag me to add paragraph to your block, write your own text and edit me.
- Introductory Mentor & Teacher Training Program (3months) - 32 hours - including practical learning as work experience in an Absolute Aerials Studio- Introductory Teacher Training Course Fast-track (1 - day) - 8 hours- Beginner 1 Silk Course- Beginner 1 Lyra Course- Beginner 2 Silk Course- Beginner 2 Lyra Course
*Courses must be taken in sequential order & you must start with one of the introductory courses* If you currently attend an Absolute Aerials studio and have ambition to be a coach in the future we recommend the 3 month program as it is much more extensive. We have however started to offer the fastrack option for those who live far away and can not commit for 3 months*aragraph. Drag me to add paragraph to your block, write your own text and edit me.
Kayleigh Matias - Owner and Founder of Absolute Aerials and head instructor/supervisor of the teacher training program.
Introductory Mentor/Teacher Training Course
3 months (Also offered as a Fast Track Course - 1 Day - condensed version)
This course is our longest and most in depth course, aimed at giving you the most comprehensive foundation possible! There is so much more to coaching than showing someone how to do something and this course covers many of these extra concepts and ideas. The course is designed by Kayleigh, owner and founder of Absolute Aerials. Kayleigh has extensive training in all areas included in the course and she has put together all the things she feels make an excellent, safe, all rounded coach. There is more to coaching than being able to execute the moves you are trying to teach. Physiological and psychological aspects are important, as well as a solid foundation in technique, strength and flexibility training. Coaches also need to understand movements in a way so progress can be made and so that skills are taught in a stepping stone manner. Program Inclusions
Introductory Mentor & Teacher Training Program (3 months) **the fast track does not cover topics in bold and does not go into as much detail as the 3 month program**Absolute Aerials aerial training techniques and basic syllabus (Silk and Lyra). How to teach and spot skills in a safe and effective mannerImportance of warm ups and stretchingNutrition and cross training to help aerial trainingDance and movement study/training Basic anatomyCore activation techniques Basic floor acrobatics and how to spot skills correctlyMusicality and Routine creationCutting/editing musicWorking with students and parentsClass PlanningExperience classes (1-2 classes per week assigned for you to gain experience, watch and help coach a class) Special guests will teach and/or provide materials alongside Kayleigh to give you the best start possible in the 3 month option!
This course is our longest and most in depth course, aimed at giving you the most comprehensive foundation possible! There is so much more to coaching than showing someone how to do something and this course covers many of these extra concepts and ideas. The course is designed by Kayleigh, owner and founder of Absolute Aerials. Kayleigh has extensive training in all areas included in the course and she has put together all the things she feels make an excellent, safe, all rounded coach. There is more to coaching than being able to execute the moves you are trying to teach. Physiological and psychological aspects are important, as well as a solid foundation in technique, strength and flexibility training. Coaches also need to understand movements in a way so progress can be made and so that skills are taught in a stepping stone manner. Program Inclusions
Introductory Mentor & Teacher Training Program (3 months) **the fast track does not cover topics in bold and does not go into as much detail as the 3 month program**Absolute Aerials aerial training techniques and basic syllabus (Silk and Lyra). How to teach and spot skills in a safe and effective mannerImportance of warm ups and stretchingNutrition and cross training to help aerial trainingDance and movement study/training Basic anatomyCore activation techniques Basic floor acrobatics and how to spot skills correctlyMusicality and Routine creationCutting/editing musicWorking with students and parentsClass PlanningExperience classes (1-2 classes per week assigned for you to gain experience, watch and help coach a class) Special guests will teach and/or provide materials alongside Kayleigh to give you the best start possible in the 3 month option!
Who can apply??Students from 14 years old can apply. This is also open to adults.
An application must be formally submitted via email (admin@absoluteaerials.com.au)SUBJECT: Teacher Training Application
Name:Age:Mentor Course (3 months) OR Fast-track: Years at Absolute Aerials:Time/experience at other training spaces:Qualifications:Dreams/goals: Top 2 reasons you want to participate in the program:Your Instagram if you have it.
An application must be formally submitted via email (admin@absoluteaerials.com.au)SUBJECT: Teacher Training Application
Name:Age:Mentor Course (3 months) OR Fast-track: Years at Absolute Aerials:Time/experience at other training spaces:Qualifications:Dreams/goals: Top 2 reasons you want to participate in the program:Your Instagram if you have it.
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Beginner 1 & 2 LyraThis course is available in October 2021 and will cover our Beginner 1 & 2 lyra levels. Take your students further whilst still keeping a strong foundation so they can excel faster in the future! Cover more in depth mounts and explore more of the lyra.
Improvers LyraThis course is available in 2023 and will help you take your students to the next level! Not only will you learn how to improve your students strength and flexibility, you will start to understand more about the physics involved in certain movements helping you to teach your students and improve faster. Movements start to get more technical now that your students should have a solid base.
Beginner 1 & 2 SilksThis course is available in October 2021 and will cover our Beginner 1 & 2 lyra levels. Take your students further whilst still keeping a strong foundation so they can excel faster in the future! Cover more in depth wraps and inverts from a height to creat beauiful shapes and their first (of many) silk drops!
Improvers SilkThis course is available in 2023 and will help you take your students to the next level! Not only will you learn how to improve your students strength and flexibility, you will start to understand more about the physics involved in certain movements helping you to teach your students and improve faster. Movements start to get more technical now that your students should have a solid base.
Intermediate 1 LyraComing 2024
Intermediate 2 Lyra
Intermediate 1 SilkComing 2024
Intermediate 2 Silk
Artwork by Anouk Betterridge
How to pass the course and what happens next??
Certification: There will be a written exam as well as a practical exam. You must be able to understand, demonstrate and explain concepts. You must have attended the total hours to pass the course. If you do not pass you may book private sessions with the relevant coach of the area of difficulty and try another exam when both parties feel comfortable. You will receive an Absolute Aerials Accredited certificate upon completion.
When you finish the intro course you graduate at a co-coach (beginner coach) level. However you will already be well on the way to developing the skills required to coach on your own. For some it will be experience, age/maturity or even personality, confidence, understanding and communicating with others that is needed to develop further. You are welcome to apply for our Beginner 1 teacher training course upon completion of the Introductory teacher training course. If you would like to study the intro and beginner levels in the same weekend then you are welcome to apply to do this.
When you graduate, you will automatically receive your accreditation for one year. After this, a yearly membership fee of $150AUD will be required to remain accredited. This fee can be used as credit towards a re-fresher course each year and will allow you to continue to teach the Absolute Aerials methodology as you are updated on any new and improved syllabus material. We believe that self development is ongoing and we will therefore always be studying, adding and improving our methods as time goes on. In the future you will also be able to provide your students with technical examination opportunities giving both students, coaches and studios goals and motivation. You will receive ongoing support from Kayleigh or a member of her team if you have any questions about your coaching experiences. You will also receive an Absolute Aerials Accredited T-shirt or merchandise. This fee is for individual coach's only. You may not pass on the information to a secondary coach who also teaches the program, they must also attend the teacher training and pay the annual membership fee to be accredited.
Future EmploymentCompletion of this course does not get you an automatic job with Absolute Aerials or any studio. It provides you with information required to be an Absolute Aerials accredited coach which it is then up to you how you use it. Coaching develops not only through courses, but through experience and helping with classes.
Certification: There will be a written exam as well as a practical exam. You must be able to understand, demonstrate and explain concepts. You must have attended the total hours to pass the course. If you do not pass you may book private sessions with the relevant coach of the area of difficulty and try another exam when both parties feel comfortable. You will receive an Absolute Aerials Accredited certificate upon completion.
When you finish the intro course you graduate at a co-coach (beginner coach) level. However you will already be well on the way to developing the skills required to coach on your own. For some it will be experience, age/maturity or even personality, confidence, understanding and communicating with others that is needed to develop further. You are welcome to apply for our Beginner 1 teacher training course upon completion of the Introductory teacher training course. If you would like to study the intro and beginner levels in the same weekend then you are welcome to apply to do this.
When you graduate, you will automatically receive your accreditation for one year. After this, a yearly membership fee of $150AUD will be required to remain accredited. This fee can be used as credit towards a re-fresher course each year and will allow you to continue to teach the Absolute Aerials methodology as you are updated on any new and improved syllabus material. We believe that self development is ongoing and we will therefore always be studying, adding and improving our methods as time goes on. In the future you will also be able to provide your students with technical examination opportunities giving both students, coaches and studios goals and motivation. You will receive ongoing support from Kayleigh or a member of her team if you have any questions about your coaching experiences. You will also receive an Absolute Aerials Accredited T-shirt or merchandise. This fee is for individual coach's only. You may not pass on the information to a secondary coach who also teaches the program, they must also attend the teacher training and pay the annual membership fee to be accredited.
Future EmploymentCompletion of this course does not get you an automatic job with Absolute Aerials or any studio. It provides you with information required to be an Absolute Aerials accredited coach which it is then up to you how you use it. Coaching develops not only through courses, but through experience and helping with classes.
Why take our course??
If our opening paragraph wasn't enough to convince you we would like to mention that this course will be part of an ongoing program where over time, coaches of an extremely high level will be evolve. This could be YOU!
Did someone say NO CRAMMING!! Our 3 month course is scheduled so all the knowledge can really sink in, no 16 hour weekends and leaving with a mushy brain!
The Absolute Aerials studio at Chevallum is in its 10th year of operation and you can see the success of our teaching methods in the quality of performance our students and coaches consistently show. Kayleigh has used her methods to teach all the current and past Absolute Aerials staff and award winning students.
Most of our staff came to Absolute Aerials as students with no prior experience and over the years Kayleigh has transformed them into the coaches our students know and love today. She has decided to formalise her teaching methods, placing importance on technical aspects so that a standardised approach including examinations/assessments can be followed by our rapidly growing industry. This will in turn grow and continually increase the quality of the industry and create more opportunity for up and coming professionals.
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND PRICING PLEASE CONTACT US.
If our opening paragraph wasn't enough to convince you we would like to mention that this course will be part of an ongoing program where over time, coaches of an extremely high level will be evolve. This could be YOU!
Did someone say NO CRAMMING!! Our 3 month course is scheduled so all the knowledge can really sink in, no 16 hour weekends and leaving with a mushy brain!
The Absolute Aerials studio at Chevallum is in its 10th year of operation and you can see the success of our teaching methods in the quality of performance our students and coaches consistently show. Kayleigh has used her methods to teach all the current and past Absolute Aerials staff and award winning students.
Most of our staff came to Absolute Aerials as students with no prior experience and over the years Kayleigh has transformed them into the coaches our students know and love today. She has decided to formalise her teaching methods, placing importance on technical aspects so that a standardised approach including examinations/assessments can be followed by our rapidly growing industry. This will in turn grow and continually increase the quality of the industry and create more opportunity for up and coming professionals.
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND PRICING PLEASE CONTACT US.