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✨ PRE-LAUNCH REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN ✨
Ready to take your aerial sling instruction to the next level?
MAA’s Level 2 Intermediate Aerial Sling Instructor Course is coming online in December 2026!

This comprehensive online course goes beyond teaching a collection of intermediate skills. You will develop the knowledge and teaching strategies needed to understand how and why skills work, assess student readiness, create effective progressions and teach intermediate aerial sling with greater confidence and safety.

Topics include:
• Intermediate fabric theory and layered wraps • Progressions, regressions and modifications • Spinning skills and creative transitions • Sequencing and choreography • Introductory dynamic movement • Safe spotting and risk management • Strength, conditioning and active flexibility • Inclusive and adaptable teaching strategies

PRE-LAUNCH SAVINGS
Save 25% off the regular price when you register by October 31, 2026.

This special offer is available to the first 15 registrations only. Pre-launch participants will also be among the first to receive access when the online course is released in December.

Register now at:
learn.movementartsacademy.com

Spaces at the pre-launch price are limited!

#MovementArtsAcademy #AerialSling #AerialHammock #AerialInstructor #AerialCertification AerialTeacherTraining AerialEducation OnlineCertification by @movementartsacademy

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🌟 Ready to level up your movement skills? 🌟

At Movement Arts Academy, we offer expert-led certifications and trainings in:
✨ Pole (Beginner & Intermediate)
✨ Aerial Hoop & Sling
✨ Flexibility, Heels & Erotic Movement
✨ Fitness Theory
✨ Dance Performer Module & Continuing Education

Learn online or in person, guided by top instructors with years of experience. Whether you’re starting your journey or expanding your expertise, our certifications are recognized across Canada and beyond.

Take your passion ➡️ turn it into purpose ➡️ step into your future as an instructor. 💪

👉 Explore all courses at learn.movementartsacademy.com
✨ Or check out our in-person offerings at movementartsacademy.com

#MovementArtsAcademy #PoleCertification #AerialCertification #PoleInstructor #AerialInstructor #FlexibilityTraining #DanceInstructor #HeelsInstructor #EroticMovement #DancePerformer #PoleFitness #AerialArts #PoleDancersOfInstagram #PoleTeacher #AerialCommunity #FitnessEducation #MovementArts by @movementartsacademy

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Tuesday Teaching Tip: Never Stop Learning

One of the most valuable things we can do as instructors is remain open to learning.

Whether you’ve been teaching for two years or thirty, there is always something new to discover.

Every instructor brings a different perspective, a different experience, and a unique approach to movement. Sometimes the smallest adjustment in how we cue, demonstrate, or approach an exercise can completely change how a student experiences it.

Continuing education isn’t simply about collecting certifications. It’s about expanding our understanding, challenging what we think we know, refining our skills, and becoming more adaptable and effective educators.

Experience gives us a foundation, but curiosity is what allows us to continue growing.

Never become so experienced that you stop being a student.

At Movement Arts Academy, we believe education is an ongoing journey.

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#MovementArtsAcademy #TuesdayTeachingTip #FitnessEducation #InstructorDevelopment #ContinuingEducation MovementEducation by @movementartsacademy

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The Level 2 Aerial Sling manual is officially at the proofreading stage. Accompanying videos for the manual are complete. So close now ❤️

SAVE 25% DURING OUR PRE-LAUNCH SALE!
Regular Price: $349 Pre-Launch Price: $261.75 Available to the first 15 people or until October 31, whichever comes first!

@movementartsacademy @aradiayeg

#aerialcertification #aerialtraining #aerialmanual #aerialsling #aerialhammock by @movementartsacademy

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A little peek at what’s been taking up my time lately. 🎥 Every free moment over the past couple of weeks has been spent filming and editing for an upcoming course. I’ve been working on this content for years, so seeing it finally come to life on camera is pretty exciting. 💙

#AerialSling #AerialInstructor #AerialTraining #BehindTheScenes #aerialmanual
@movementartsacademy by @movementartsacademy

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Ready to take your teaching to the next level?

Whether you’re just starting your instructor journey or looking to expand your skill set, our online certifications let you learn at your own pace from anywhere in the world.

Our online academy offers certifications in:
• Pole
• Aerial Hoop (Lyra)
• Aerial Sling
• Erotic Pole
• Heels
• Fitness Theory
• And more

Our courses combine detailed instruction, teaching methodology, safety, progressions, anatomy, and practical application so you can become a confident, knowledgeable instructor.

Study on your own schedule with one year of course access, then complete your certification requirements when you’re ready.

Perfect for aspiring instructors, studio owners, or experienced coaches looking to add new disciplines to their teaching.

Visit learn.movementartsacademy.com to explore our full range of certifications and courses.

Questions? Send us a DM. We’d love to help you find the right course for your goals. by @movementartsacademy

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3 months ago

When teaching beginner aerial hoop, it’s easy to get excited about introducing new skills. But the best instructors know that strong fundamentals are what set students up for long term success.

Here are three things every beginner aerial hoop instructor should prioritize:

• Teach proper grip and shoulder engagement before introducing new skills.

• Build confidence by using progressions instead of rushing to the final skill.

• Teach the entire skill, including safe entries and safe exits, not just the trick itself.

Strong foundations create safer, more confident students and better long term progress.

To take one of our online instructor certification courses, visit learn.movementartsacademy.com.

To learn about upcoming in person instructor certification courses, visit movementartsacademy.com.

DM us if you have any questions or would like help choosing the right certification for you.

#AerialHoop #Lyra #AerialInstructor #AerialTeacher #AerialArts CircusArts AerialFitness MovementArtsAcademy InstructorTraining AerialCertification HoopInstructor CoachEducation FitnessEducation TeachAerial AerialCommunity by @movementartsacademy

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15% OFF Movement Arts Academy Certifications!

Ready to take the next step in your pole or aerial journey?

From now until July 12, 2026, enjoy 15% off all Pole and Aerial Hoop Certification Courses with Movement Arts Academy!

✨ Use coupon code: JULY2026 at checkout.

This offer applies to all Pole and Aerial Hoop certification courses excluding Beginner Erotic Pole.

Visit learn.movementartsacademy.com⁠ to explore our certification programs and enter the coupon code JULY2026 during checkout.

Have questions? DM us - we’d love to help you find the right certification for you! by @movementartsacademy

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3 months ago

Wellness Wednesday

Today’s reminder: focus on your own journey.
One of the biggest challenges in any training environment is comparing yourself to others.

Someone may progress faster, pick up skills differently, have a different background, more experience, a different body type, or simply be in a different season of life.

Your progress does not need to look like anyone else’s.

Growth in movement arts is not linear, and success is not measured by how quickly you achieve something compared to the person beside you.

Focus on building strength, confidence, understanding, and consistency in a way that works for your body, your goals, and your life.

The goal is sustainable progress, not rushed progress.

Trust your own path. ❤️

#MovementArtsAcademy #WellnessWednesday #TeacherTraining #MovementEducation #PoleInstructorTraining AerialInstructorTraining MovementArts MindsetMatters ProgressNotPerfection PoleFitness AerialArts MovementJourney by @movementartsacademy

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5 months ago

We truly love what we do, and nothing makes us happier than seeing our students grow in confidence, knowledge, and skill.

Check out what one of our amazing students had to say about our Aerial Sling Instructor Certification.

If you’ve been thinking about becoming a certified instructor in aerial sling, pole, aerial hoop, heels, flexibility, or more, we’d love to help you get started on your journey.

In-person courses: movementartsacademy.com

Online courses: learn.movementartsacademy.com

#movementartsacademy #aerialsling #aerialinstructor #poleinstructor #aerialhoop heelsdance flexibilitytraining polefitness aerialarts instructortraining canadianfitness movementeducation by @movementartsacademy

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5 months ago

Great dancers train. Great teachers evolve. 👠

Last year we released The Movement Mastery Method — an online program designed to give performers around the world access to high-quality training and development.

This year, we’re expanding that vision to support the educators leading the room.

Introducing the Heels Teacher Academy — a certification program designed to help dance instructors refine their teaching approach, strengthen their methodology, and confidently lead heels classes with structure, intention, and artistry.

Inside the program you’ll find 35+ hours of training, choreography tools, and teaching frameworks designed to support both your growth as an instructor and your impact on the dancers you guide.

For more information or to secure your spot, DM us for the link or check out the website in our bio. 💗

#heelsdance #danceteacher #danceeducation #onlinecertification #dancecoach by @movementartsacademy

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Some songs carry a memory in their rhythm. 🎶

When I first started exploring heels, “Confident” by Demi Lovato was the song I’d play at home while practicing my walks. Just me, the music, and the mission to feel a little bolder in my body each time.

Fast forward to today.
Back in the studio, picking back up at week 9 of my @movementartsacademy training after a little hiatus during show prep.

I hit play for my across-the-floor breakdown… and guess what song came on... Yup, Confident.
Full circle moment. 🔁

Back then I was building the confidence.
Today I got to dance inside of it.

One note from the training that really stayed with me today: Don’t focus on perfection. Add your own flair.
So that’s exactly what I did.

Turned the music up, let the walks flow, and enjoyed the process.

Here’s what it looked like today. 💃🏽

Excited to keep moving through this next chapter of training.

#dancetraining #funflow #acrossthefloors #dancer by @movementartsacademy

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