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I’ve been in the Fitness Industry for 16 years, with experience in Pole, Silks, Hammock, Calisthenics Movement and Indoor Cycling. Teaching is my purpose and I would love to share my experience with the world. Book me for a Workshop, a Residency, or Online Coaching at kayleen@polecatsmanila.com.

I currently teach classes at my home in the Philippines, Polecats Manila.

POLECATS INTRUCTOR QUALIFICATION PROGRAM

The Instructor Qualification Program (IQP) was created in 2014 to address a gap in our teacher training needs. Our goal for IQP is to make a program where we equip aspiring teachers with the right tools to safely and efficiently teach a class that is cohesive, comprehensive, and progressive.

The Program Includes :
50 Hours of learning spread out over 2 weekends / 6 days with in program feedback.
A fully illustrated manual.
Progressive and Comprehensive topics including anatomy, warm up, spotting techniques, creating class structures, and more.
Multi-modal learning : lectures, demonstrations, written and practical exercises, and homework.
Practical and written exams at the end of the course.
Post-program support. For graduates who will continue on to teach at Polecats Manila, continued education and pocket-learning sessions in the future include modules on teaching Spinny Pole, Pole Flow, and Pole in Heels. Teaching opportunities at Polecats Manila include group classes and private classes. 

IQP Profile :
12 IQP 1 Batches Taught
2 IQP2 Batches Taught
65 Graduate Teachers and counting
Led hundreds of classes
Taught thousands of students

Contact info@polecatsmanila to set up an IQP course in your studio.

Duality : On Pole

Take your pole practice to the next level through this workshop. Designed for the more experienced pole athletes. Learn partner tricks, spins, and combinations that flow together to form a fluid routine. 

A performance based class that will focus on teamwork, body awareness, and the visual aesthetic of doubles pole. 

Duality : Partner Acro Workshop

Explore the possibilities of performing in pairs.

This is a mat based class designed for all level movers. In this class, students can expect to learn partner workout techniques, as well as fundamentals required to lift each other off the floor to create beautiful shapes. This class is also an exploration of trust and collaboration, as pairs will be challenged to try new moves based on their individual strengths put together. 

Pole X Rope : A movement exploration class

A unique combination of Spinny Pole + Rope. Explore new shapes and tricks with the added element of a rope connected to the pole. This class is open to students in the Intermediate level and up.

Studios who wish to host this workshop will need a silkii or any similar rig to run this class.

Pole x strap

Take your spin pole practice to the next level in this fun and challenging way to fly. Learn tricks that are unique to Pole Strap, and put together your sequences in a beautiful flow at the end of the class. Open to students with existing spin pole practice.

Studios who wish to host this workshop will need a Pole Strap system, or any similar rig to run this class.

Flying Pole

A unique apparatus that showcases strength and power. Learn how to generate momentum in your spin, move in multiple directions, and to execute combinations that are uniquely designed for the Flying Pole.

This class is open to Intermediate level students and up with a stable invert, and are already comfortable with spinning on an apparatus. This class can be done with or without the pole strap.

Handspring technique

Unlock the fundamentals of getting into this power trick safely and effectively with proper technique and muscle activation. Go through true grip, cup grip and twisted grip variations in this signature pole class.

Open to Intermediate level students with or without existing handspring practice.

Aerial hammock flow

Learn flow choreography sequences on Aerial Hammock. Work on combining both power tricks as well as sequences that flow seamlessly together in on fabric in this signature style class. Combine all the tricks that you’ve learned in beautiful choreography at the end of the session.

This class can be adjusted to the level of the students in the workshop.

SIGNATURE TRICKS

Open to both Pole and Aerial Hammock. Learn signature tricks and combinations taught in competition routines, performances and showcases. Combine both power, fluidity, and showmanship in this dynamic class.

This class can be adjusted to the level of the participants attending the workshop.

had Something else in mind?

Drop me an email at kayleen@polecatsmanila.com. Let me know what you need!