Level 1.1 Certification
What does the Level 1.1 (Start Level) freedomDANCE Teacher Training provide?
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Personal experience and skills that you can integrate into all aspects of your life and work—these skills will remain with you forever.
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Upon completing all requirements, you will receive a Certificate authorising you to teach open freedomDANCE classes lasting up to one hour, covering the Start Level training content (3x1, Body Map, 3x3).
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The opportunity to progress towards higher levels of certification with our ongoing support.
Each training cycle is unique. Due to the intentionally small group sizes, we are able to customise each programme to best meet the specific needs of participants.
However, there are core topics consistently covered in the Level 1.1 module, which include:
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Foundational ideas underlying the practice
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Using frameworks ("maps") effectively in teaching
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The freedomDANCE Cycle framework
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Class format and structure, tailored to participants
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The freedomDANCE Body Map
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Practical skills in giving clear instructions that focus on body parts
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Techniques for effectively presenting frameworks during classes
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Successfully ending a class
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Music as an essential teaching instrument
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Adherence to ethical standards
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Safety and first aid considerations
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freedomDANCE School culture and its dynamic self-governance structure
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Introduction to ICMTA and accredited schools
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Preparing for the transition into your new teaching role
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A closing ceremony