Course Description
This program is designed to cultivate professional Latin dance instructors, equipping participants with comprehensive skills in the five International Standard Latin Dances (Cha-Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, Jive, and Paso Doble)—including fundamental sequences, teaching methodologies, and competition strategies. Upon passing the assessment, trainees will earn official certification from our association.
Target Participants:
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Beginners, dancers, and coaches are aspiring to enter dance education.
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Age requirement: 18 years or above.
Course Duration:
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8 weeks (2 sessions/week, totaling 16 classes | 32 hours).
New Additions:
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Fundamentals of Dance Education & Professional Ethics
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10-hour Teaching Practicum
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Observe and analyze teaching methods of senior instructors.
Plan Background & Objectives
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Our association is dedicated to promoting dance sports, elevating the professional standards of Hong Kong's dance community, and cultivating outstanding Latin dance instructors through internationally certified programs. This initiative aims to provide professional training for Latin dance enthusiasts and coaches, equipping them with teaching techniques and competition strategies for the five International Standard Latin Dances (Cha-Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, Jive, and Paso Doble). Participants who pass the assessment will receive our association’s certification.
Plan Goals:
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Train 120 professional Latin dance instructors to support the teaching needs of the upcoming large-scale dance challenges.
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Promote public participation in dance sports to enhance the physical and mental well-being of seniors, children, and the general community.
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Organize Hong Kong’s largest dance event and apply for Guinness World Records certification.
Course Overview
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Designed for Latin dance enthusiasts and coaches seeking to advance their professional skills, this course covers the fundamental sequences, teaching methodologies, and training techniques of the five International Standard Latin Dances.
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Led by accredited trainers—members of the Asian Dancesport Council, A-grade adjudicators of the International Dance Federation, and Fellows of the IDTA (UK)—the curriculum combines theory and practice to help participants master core competencies as certified instructors.
Course Schedule
Key Features
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Technique & Styling: Break down movements, rhythm, and stylistic expression for each dance, with corrective methods for common errors.
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Teaching Methodology: Learn to design tailored lesson plans and engage students through interactive teaching.
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Competition Strategies: Master international judging criteria and analyze real-case scenarios to enhance performance.
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Career Development: Gain insights into branding, market expansion, and career planning for dance professionals.
Five Benefits of Becoming a Certified Trainer
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Enhanced Credibility: Our certification boosts your profile and unlocks teaching / competition opportunities in the Greater Bay Area.
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Diverse Career Paths: Work full-time/part-time at dance studios, fitness centers, or event agencies—or launch your own studio.
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Practical Training: Hands-on drills in technique, teaching, and career development.
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Flexible Scheduling: Multiple time slots to balance work and learning.
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Global Advancement: Access continuous education and international resources post-certification.
Certification & Perks
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Graduates will receive the “International 5 Latin Dances World Challenge Certified Trainer” title.
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Opportunities include:Teaching subsidies for leading three challenging events:
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“1,000 Seniors Latin Dance Challenge” (Guinness Record attempt)
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“1,000 Children Latin Dance Challenge”
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“10,000 Participants Latin Dance Challenge”
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International competition collaborations.
Who Should Apply ?
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Latin dance enthusiasts aspire to teach professionally.
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Current coaches seeking advanced skills and global certification.
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Dancers/coaches targeting international competitions.
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Beginners are passionate about building a dance career.
