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3Sixty is looking for dedicated, enthusiastic, learners with the drive to share their passions through teaching.

Are you an experienced aerialist, a qualified instructor in other disciplines, or simply inspired to follow your dream of being a pole or aerial instructor?

3Sixty is excited to bring qualified, experienced, aerialist instructors to our community – and that could be you!

Join 3Sixty’s Instructor Mentorship Program

Apply

Email for program availability and application

Train

Intensive skills training using your 3Sixty Membership

Learn

Attend weekly Mentoring sessions, shadow classes and instructors, and more

Succeed

Finish confident and ready to begin your instructor career

Qualified Instructor?

  • Are you already a Pole or Aerials instructor, with previous teaching experience?
  • 3Sixty is eager to add qualified instructors to our team!
  • Instructors are required to complete portions of 3Sixty’s Instructor Mentorship Program as part of the individualized onboarding process.
  • 3Sixty Membership and Mentorship Program fees are included in instructor contracts.
  • Email info@3sixtydanceandfitness.com to inquire about available positions.

Instructors Goals?

  • Are you a talented, dedicated, enthusiastic, learner?
  • Do you have the goal of becoming a pole, dance, or aerial instructor?
  • Do you want to immerse yourself in training to improve your skills as both a mover and a teacher?
  • Are you seeking theoretical and practical knowledge in aerials instruction, and mentorship from those with decades of experience?
  • 3Sixty wants to train you to excel as an instructor!
  • Email info@3sixtydanceandfitness.com for your program application!

Mentorship Program Details

Program topics include: class planning, progressive instruction, technical breakdowns, different learning styles, body awareness, injury prevention, troubleshooting, class management, spotting static and dynamic movements, spotting static and dynamic apparatuses, safety inspections, inclusivity, presence, and much more.

3Sixty’s Mentoring Program utilises spiralized teaching methods, rather than “see it once, know it” approach, you will learn concepts gradually and repeatedly, reinforcing your experience over the course of the program. Throughout the program you will combine class observation, instructor shadowing, weekly mentoring sessions, individual and group training sessions, teamwork exercises and individual practicum. Personal skill development focuses on advancing your skill set within your discipline(s) of choice.
  • This 12 week program is available to aerialists of varying experience levels, with, or without previous certifications.
  • Experience in complementary disciplines (dance, gymnastics, etc) are an asset.
  • 3Sixty supports and recommends instructors pursue accredited certifications, but recognizes there is a gap between learning skills as a student, study of theory in certification, and practical application to leading a studio class.
  • 3Sixty Instructor Mentorship Program aims to ensures you can walk confidently into any class and safely teach students with a fun and engaging atmosphere.
  • All in-class observation and shadowing are in addition to your membership class allotment. Your membership should be used to pursue personal skills training concurrently as you immerse yourself in instructor mentorship.
  • Approximately 3 mentorships will be offered in 2024.
  • 3Sixty is proud to note that all past participants have successfully obtained instructor positions in the Ottawa area.

Financial Investment
Total Cost $750 (+HST) | Paid in 3 monthly installments
Includes 3 month UNLIMITED 3Sixty Membership, value $750 (existing memberships may be put on hold for program duration)
Includes 12 Week Mentorship Program
A maximum of 1 unpaid scholarship is available, enquire for details.

Time Commitment
Weekly class attendance | Unlimited
Weekly class shadowing | 2 hours per week
Weekly mentorship meeting | 1 hour per week
Weekly assignment | 1 hour per week

Winter 2024 Session Dates
February 21 to May 11 | Session dates and times to be determined by availability of enrolled mentees
Online sessions | Wednesdays or Thursdays
In Person sessions | Saturdays or Sundays​

Apply by February 2, 2024 for our 2024 Program

  • Send in a written or video application
  • Tell us what pole or aerial experience you have, why did you start, what is your story
  • Tell us what other skills make you AWESOME
  • Tell us why you want to intensify your training
  • Tell us what drives you to become an AMAZING instructor
  • Optional: Demo your current skill level
  • Video applications should be under 5 mins in length, email a link to your application video
  • Email info@3sixtydanceandfitness.com to submit your program application!