Why choose Divas.Ed?

  • To Become An Instructor

    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.

  • To Be A Better Teacher

    As instructors, it's important that we keep growing and learning to keep up with the dynamic aerial arts industry. Our Lyra Instructor course will give you the tools you need to confidently troubleshoot and spot tricks, deal with hectic classes, and adapt to new scenarios as you move forward with your career. 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 field.

  • To Improve Your Training

    Learn how to plan your training sessions, create an effective warm-up, put together combos, and condition for specific tricks. Our anatomy lessons will take you through proper form and alignment for safe training, as well as effective cuing to correctly engage your muscles. The more educated you are, the safer and more effective your training will be!

Beginner/Inter Lyra Instructor Course

  • Held across 3 weekends at Pole & Aerial Divas Ringwood. 
  • 2nd/3rd August, 16th/17th August and 23rd/24th August
  • Maximum of 11 students
  • Bookings close Sunday 20th of July unless booked out prior
  • If becoming an aerial instructor is your dream, now is your chance to invest in your future
  • Purchase upfront for $1399 
  • Or 3-monthly payments of $500
  • 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.

Grace Hibbs

Anatomy Instructor

Grace is a dedicated pole dance instructor and physiotherapist with a strong focus on biomechanics and injury prevention. With her extensive knowledge in these areas, she is passionate about helping her students build the strength and skills necessary for pole dancing. Through personalised training programs, Grace aims to enhance their performance while ensuring they remain injury-free, guiding them in their fitness journeys with care and expertise. Her commitment to both the art of pole dance and the science of physical wellness makes her a valuable resource for aspiring dancers.