Teachers training
The Baker Method teachers training course is a fully comprehensive course, providing 40 hours of in-studio lectures, 2o class participation credits, delivered over three months / 10 weeks alongside access to comprehensive online video tutorials, manual and an annually updated syllabus. Carefully structured to equip trainees with everything needed to teach from beginner to Intermediate 1, the programme covers anatomy, safe spotting techniques, studio setup, class structure, progression planning, injury prevention and much more, ensuring graduates are confident, skilled and fully compliant with professional standards.
The Baker Method is far more than just a syllabus; it’s a complete methodology in pole, built around a safety-first ethos and grounded in community, courage and consciousness as the core principles that clearly outline how to build a sustainable repertoire with students. The course is facilitated by Pole Playground’s founder and internationally recognised coach and judge, Daniella, who has thoughtfully designed the curriculum to help you move forward with clarity and confidence, wherever you’re headed next. This comprehensive course is the ideal starting point for anyone wanting to teach pole or deepen their own technical understanding, teaching skills and professional foundations. The Baker Method teachers training is REPSSA-endorsed and awards CPD points on completion, ensuring your qualification is recognised and contributes to your ongoing professional development.
What Sets Us Apart
Teachers trained in The Baker Method are recognised for their meticulous attention to detail and consistently well-prepared lesson content. Each instructor follows a structured approach that emphasises clear progression, precise technique, and thorough safety protocols, ensuring students receive carefully scaffolded
Earn 20 CPD points on successful completion of this comprehensive course designed to elevate your pole teaching skills and broaden your movement coaching toolbox; you’ll receive expert instruction in pole technique, progressions, safety and spotting, sequencing, class planning for private and group sessions, and inclusive cueing strategies, all delivered by knowledgable accredited coaches in a supportive, practical learning environment tailored to real-world studio settings.
Instruction that builds confidence and skill. Lessons are planned with specific objectives, thoughtfully sequenced drills and variations, and contingency options to meet diverse learner needs, so sessions feel both purposeful and adaptable. This preparation fosters a professional, reliable learning environment where students can track progress, receive targeted feedback, and trust that every class is designed to maximise learning outcomes.
Manual
Our annually updated manual includes: Pole class types, legal requirements, anatomy , studio set up, language, class format and so much more. the course consists of two tests directly linked to this document.
Video tutorials
Currently using our private instagram tutorial page is updated regularly with videos of syllabus content. clear teaching cues and “ what to look out for common errors. Clearly separated into both levels and progressions. Participants are to invest
Structured syllabus
The Baker method syllabus is clearly separated into 6 levels: Beginner, level 2, Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2, Advanced and Elite. The syllabus follows a clear path in progressions and regressions as well as a considerate amount of detailed instruction. The syllabus is updated regularly and is constantly evolving as the industry does.
In person lectures and classes
40 hours of in person lectures covering the manual content in further detail as well as extra important content. Plus 20 hours of class participation. Phone in video calls to partake in theory lectures is possible upon request. Practical lectures MUST be attended live.
Assessment and criteria
Trainees are assessed across a blend of theoretical and practical requirements:
Written Anatomy Test — core anatomical knowledge relevant to pole training and injury prevention
• Written Syllabus Test — move classification, prerequisites, progressions/regressions, and class-planning knowledge across the Baker Method skill levels (Beginner through Intermediate 1)
• 50 Hours of Shadowing — supervised observation of experienced teachers in real classes
• Practical Fundamentals Test — hands-on assessment of foundational teaching technique
• Practical Teacher Exam — a full practical evaluation of live teaching ability
• 10 Face-to-Face Lectures — in-person training sessions, logged and signed off by both participant and instructor
20 class participation credits - participants are given 20 class credits over the 3 month period to take part in classes at Pole Playgrounds’ facility
The course emphasises not just move execution but how to teach: technical cueing, class structure, adapting to student level, and the teacher’s role in student experience.
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course dates : March 13-May 29. 2027
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