heels dance programs
FROM TOTAL BEGINNER TO PROFESSIONAL DANCERS - THERE IS A PLACE FOR YOU IN OUR STUDIOS + SHOWS
We offer a ton of tailor-made programs for various stages of your Heels dance journey - so many, it can sometimes be overwhelming. This page is your high-level overview of our offerings, but if you’d like help deciding which is the best for you, please feel free to ask our team (real live humans, not AI chatbots) via the chat bubble in the bottom right.
programs for new dancers
FREE Progress Previews - Your Chance to Try Heels!
Previews are your perfect first step! Join us for Sneak Peek Weeks - your twice a year chance to come see what we’re all about in a Preview Class, before diving into our programs. These low-key, joy-packed classes are your chance to move your body, learn a few moves, meet new friends, and get a feel for what it’s like to be part of Luminesque. Your first class is always FREE, and then they’re By-Donation to our Scholarships. They’re specifically aimed at total beginners, so if you’ve done Heels before, you may find them easy.
New To Heels 6-Week Non-Performing Course
Designed for beginners - our 6-week New To Heels journey is a gentle yet powerful immersion into Heels. We guide you with intention and care through the essentials - technique, moves, context, musicality, and artistry. Beyond learning the basics, you’ll also be guided through connecting to your own unique identity, body, and way of moving. Whether you want to feel more confident, explore gentle sensuality, or take your first step towards performing - this is your chance to dip your toe in, before taking that big leap.
NewToLumi PROGRESS Performance Program
PROGRESS is our signature 5-month Heels training & performance program - designed for dancers who crave sustainable growth, empowering performances, and life-changing community. Build strength, technique, and performance quality with the support of Luminesque™certified instructors. Then, live your wildest dreams in the spotlight in multiple unforgettable shows. NewToLumi is offered at 2 levels: Beginner (little/no Heels experience) and Intermediate/Advanced (prior Heels experience).
programs for experienced dancers
PROGRESS for Returning Luminesque Dancers
PROGRESS is Luminesque’s signature Heels training & performance program - designed for dancers who crave sustainable growth, empowering performances, and life-changing community. Build strength, technique, and performance quality with the support of Luminesque™certified instructors. Then, live your wildest dreams in the spotlight in multiple unforgettable shows. Our Returning Dancer program is offered at 3 levels, designed to provide curated support and level-appropriate challenges to progress.
COMPANY Annual Intensive Heels Program
Our Luminesque™ COMPANY program is our annual, auditioned dance program for experienced Heels dancers. These dedicated students train at a professional intensity with renowned choreographers in a collaborative and creative environment. They perform in all of our shows, as well as at community events. They also develop their own showcase, which features group and solo student choreography. They’re leaders in our community and are excited by opportunities to inspire others through dance.
EXPRESS 8-Weeks Heels Artist Progressive
Our Luminesque™ EXPRESS program rapidly challenges experienced dancers to develop artistry, embodied storytelling and performance quality through the expedited process of building a show performance in only 8 weeks. This artistic development program allows performers to go beyond learning technique, and collaborate with expert choreographers and directors to hone their craft as dance artists. We offer courses for Ensemble Dancers and Soloists, and auditions are required.
let’s find the right program for you
Our team is here to help you find the ideal path. Contact us for a free coaching call.