Why Choose Divas.Ed

 Divas.Ed's new Lyra instructor training program offers a comprehensive and unique opportunity for aspiring instructors to develop their skills and pursue a rewarding career in aerial arts. This program is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge of aerial hoop techniques, safety protocols, and teaching methodologies. By enrolling in this course, participants can gain the expertise required to lead safe and engaging aerial hoop classes, helping them inspire and empower others while also contributing to the growth of the aerial arts community. With Divas.Ed's reputation for excellence in aerial instruction, this program is an ideal choice for those looking to advance their career in this exciting and dynamic field.

Flexible payment plan available

$1399 upfront or $250 a month on a 6 monthly payment plan

Apply Now for May

Beginner/Inter Lyra Instructor Course. Next course dates TBC

  • Held across 3 weekends at Pole & Aerial Divas Ringwood. 
  • Apply now to be notified when new course dates are announced 
  • Maximum of 11 students
  • If becoming an aerial instructor is your dream, now is your chance to invest in your future
  • Purchase upfront for $1399 or on a 6-monthly payment plan for $250  a month
  • Download our course curriculum here

Course Details

  • Face-to-face learning – 32 hours (taught over 6 days)

  • Online component – approx. 5 hours

  • The course runs over three weekends

  • There is a required pre-learning online component that needs to be completed prior to starting your first in-person session, and video homework that is to be submitted prior the second weekend. You must have access to studio space or a Lyra.

  • PREREQUISITES - advanced and above, a minimum of 12 months of active lyra training, straddles, chin-ups, pull-over to front balance, comfortable spinning.

  • You will be assessed on day five and six of the course, and if successful you will be "passed to shadow". The shadow program is to be completed post-course and must be submitted within three months to receive your full Lyra instructor accreditation.

Your Master Trainers

Hanne Grant

Hanne joined Divas in 2013 in the final year of her Bachelor of Circus Arts as an Aerial Divas Lyra instructor. Over the past decade, Hanne has applied her considerable circus and aerial knowledge to help shape the Divas Lyra syllabus and train new instructors, and also teaches pole, fly gym and stretch classes. Hanne also has a Master of Strategic Communication and is a professional hula hooper, gracing many stages both internationally and right here in Australia.

Shannon

Shannon has been an Aerial Divas instructor since 2017. She holds a degree in Health Science, Diploma of Dance and Cert IV Pilates. She worked as a clinical myotherapist for several years before transitioning to pilates and aerial, where she is able to apply her knowledge of anatomy and movement. Her most notable titles include Miss Lyra Australia 2019 and Victorian Pole Champion 2022. When not working with her students, she tours the country performing in various dance, circus and cabaret shows.

Mel Lim-How

With an extensive background in calisthenics and mainstream dance, Mel has over 25 years dance/ performance, instructing and coaching experience. In 2013 Mel found her artistic niche after attending her first Lyra class and has never looked back. Now the proud owner of Pole & Aerial Divas Ringwood Mel aims to pass on her passion for aerials and dance to as many people as possible by creating a fun, supportive and positive environment where self-empowerment and fitness thrive.

Mischka

Mischka has been teaching at Pole Divas for 10 years and has completed a master's degree in Exercise Rehabilitation. After graduating she worked in the neuro rehab field as an exercise physiologist before deciding to teach full-time at Pole Divas where she loves applying her rehab and body knowledge to her classes. She has won many major and minor titles in her career as a professional pole dancer, but most notably is the winner of Miss Pole Dance Australia 2020.