Course Description

The DANCEPL3Y for School Teachers Course is an instructor training course designed specifically to help educators bring simple, high-energy dance lessons to their classrooms or P.E. programs. This on-demand course offers self-paced video coaching so that you can complete your training at your own pace and schedule.

Your On-Demand Training Includes:
  • Online, self-paced learning modules.
  • Course tutorial videos with school teacher and DANCEPL3Y creator, Melanie Levenberg M.Ed.
  • Downloadable Program Manual & Worksheets
  • Choreography Notes and Step-By Step Videos for dances & activities to use with your classes


COURSE DETAILS:
Your online learning experience will be hosted by Children's Fitness Expert and DANCEPL3Y Program Creator, Melanie Levenberg. During your training, you'll learn how to create a motivating and safe space where students can get playful and have fun as they develop physical literacy through dance. You'll develop instructing skills and learn effective strategies on how to teach dance in a simple way, using a combination of traditional formations and our interACTIVE teaching approach. You'll also learn how to plan and deliver an effective and energizing dance lesson that develops physical literacy and fundamental movement skills, while fostering a playful and positive class environment.
(Estimated time for course completion: 16hrs)

COURSE TOPICS:
  • Developing Physical Literacy and Promoting Playfulness through Dance
  • Becoming a DANCEPL3Y Instructor: Choreography, Culture, Coaching, Structure and Certification
  • Understanding Purposeful Playlist Planning, Coaching and Cueing.
  • Next-Level Instructing Skills: Teaching Using an Interactive Approach while Fostering a Positive Class Culture


COURSE FEE: $397 CAD

PROGRAM CERTIFICATION:
Once you have completed your online training, you will receive a certificate of completion and can teach the program in your classrooms for no additional fees.

ADD ONS
The Vault - Dance Database for School Teachers: a database of our one hundred most popular dances that develop physical literacy, specifically designed for school teachers to bring to their Kindergarten to Grade 8 classrooms. 

DANCEPL3Y Instructor Practicum/Certification: following this course, you can choose to submit a practical assessment (via video) and become a Certified DANCEPL3Y Instructor. In this video, you'll need to demonstrate that you are able to deliver a DANCEPL3Y class according to our internationally accredited program standards. The certification assessment fee is $50CAD. Certified instructors are eligible to purchase a license and offer fee-for-service DANCEPL3Y Kids classes in their community. 

Note: Once you are "Certified" in a PL3Y program, your certification status never expires, however you must hold an active license in order to use the brand and charge a fee for any classes.

By registering for this course, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions.

PL3Y International Inc. is the parent company of DANCEPL3Y, YOGAPL3Y, and POWERPL3Y. We provide fitness programs, instructor training services and products based on an innovative and positive approach and philosophy.

COURSE-SPECIFIC INQUIRIES
Melanie Levenberg
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CEO/Founder
Melanie Levenberg
Melanie Levenberg, M.Ed, Kids Fitness Expert, International Speaker, Author, TEDx Presenter, PRO Trainer and canfitpro’s 2022 Fitness Professional of the Year. As the Founder of PL3Y International, her programs have gained global accolades for boosting mental health and getting over 3.5 million students active through dance, yoga and play. She coaches fitness professionals how to build their business getting kids active in schools and recreation centres.

CEO/Founder

Melanie Levenberg

Melanie Levenberg, M.Ed, Kids Fitness Expert, International Speaker, Author, TEDx Presenter, PRO Trainer and canfitpro’s 2022 Fitness Professional of the Year. As the Founder of PL3Y International, her programs have gained global accolades for boosting mental health and getting over 3.5 million students active through dance, yoga and play. She coaches fitness professionals how to build their business getting kids active in schools and recreation centres.

FAQ

  • DO I NEED ANY SPECIAL TRAINING BEFORE I CAN BECOME A DANCEPL3Y INSTRUCTOR?

    You do not need to have any specialized fitness qualifications in order to participate in a PL3Y Instructor Training Course. You simply need a passion and love for getting kids active through positivity and playfulness! We welcome people from all backgrounds, and our instructor community includes people from all over the world! Your Instructor Training Course will provide you with the foundations to deliver a high-quality physical literacy fitness class in a variety of different sectors. Proof of First Aid and CPR-C with AED along with a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check are required when you submit your practicum forms for Certification. Instructors who wish to deliver PL3Y Programs in the fitness sector must obtain the necessary insurance following their instructor training course.

  • DO YOU HAVE TO PAY ONGOING FEES TO USE THE BRAND?

    PL3Y Inc. offers a program licensing for individual instructors and organizations starting at $397 CAD/year. Instructors can opt for monthly payments of their licensing fee starting at $39 CAD/month.

  • DO I CREATE MY OWN CHOREOGRAPHY?

    No, all DANCEPL3Y Instructors follow pre-choreographed dance sequences. As a Certified Instructor you can create your own playlists from the Online Dance Database which provides a wide selection of dance styles and music types.

  • DO I NEED TO SHARE MY CLASS PROFITS WITH PL3Y INC.?

    No, you keep what you make! :) Instructors pay a flat annual licensing fee which allows you to more easily build a successful business – the sky's the limit!

  • WHAT RESOURCES WILL I HAVE ACCESS TO AS A PL3Y INSTRUCTOR?

    The Online Database included in your annual licensing fee provides instructors with playlists and choreography videos on a regular basis. The Database includes customizable marketing materials to help you promote your classes. You will also become part of a supportive community of PL3Y instructors. Our online community of instructors connect through an exclusive Facebook group and regular community gatherings, where they can swap ideas and successes with fellow instructors.

  • ARE PL3Y COURSES APPROVED FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS?

    All PL3Y courses are approved for CECs through canfitpro, AFLCA, and BCRPA.

  • ONCE CERTIFIED WHERE CAN I TEACH?

    After passing the practicum assessment and activating your individual instructor license you are authorized to teach in-person and livestream classes in your community. You can offer PL3Y classes for local recreation centres, before/after-school programs, dance/yoga studios and fitness gyms. If you are a school teacher you can use PL3Y programs with your students, but you are not licensed to teach your entire school unless you are a Certified PL3Y Education Instructor working for a PL3Y Education Region. You can also offer online classes. Note online classes must be offered through private livestream software such as Zoom.

  • HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE MY TRAINING AND SUBMIT MY ASSESSMENT VIDEO & DOCUMENTS?

    There is no deadline for completing the online training. Certification assessment videos & documents can be submitted at any time after you have completed the course requirements. Certification assessment fee is $50CAD.

  • WHAT HAPPENS IF I FAIL MY ASSESSMENT?

    Don't worry! If you do not meet the minimum standards for Certification, you can re-submit your videos a second time for re-assessment. We'll send you detailed feedback to guide you in the exact areas that you need to improve. You receive one complimentary re-assessment. Additional re-assessments submissions require a $50 fee. Each assessment includes 2 rounds of feedback. (That means if you need a third and fourth round of review and feedback, an additional $50 will apply.)