This all-in-one teacher training solution empowers dance educators to confidently spot, instruct, and refine acro skills—without the need for outside certification. With 130+ classroom-ready drills, 3+ structured syllabus guides, and 2.5+ hours of expert tutorials, this course provides step-by-step corrections, spotting techniques, and safety-first instruction for everything from beginner foundations to advanced acro movement.
With a strong focus on essential spotting strategies—like Elbow Back Walkover with Rotation, Valdez Progressions (1-Hand & No-Hand), Brandy BHS, Butterfly, Front Aerials from Squat, Dive Cartwheel, and Japspring Lunge—this series blends real-world classroom strategy with a progression-based curriculum, giving teachers the tools to safely challenge every student with confidence and control.
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✔ Key Features of DTCE’s Acro “How-To-Teach” Vol. I–III
✔ 130+ Teaching Drills & Acro Progressions | 3+ Syllabus Guides | 2.5+ Hours of Tutorials
✔ Step-by-Step Spotting Techniques & Hand Placement Guidance
✔ Creative Equipment Setups Using Inclines, Crash Pads & More
✔ Ideal for Jazz, Contemporary, Acro & Competitive Studio Training
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Qualified Without the Price Tag: DTCE’s Take on Acro Training
Let’s be real—certification is a great asset, but it’s not always in the cards when time and budgets are tight. Kimberly’s philosophy is simple: “You don’t need to be certified to be qualified—you just need the right tools and a solid system.”
That’s exactly why she created DTCE’s Acro Courses: comprehensive, safety-focused, progression-based training that gives you everything you need to teach with confidence and run a thriving acro program.
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No gatekeeping. No burnout. Just real results.
This program is built to help studios start—or completely revamp—their acro program from scratch. Whether you’re new to teaching acro or ready to restructure your classes, DTCE provides the exact support you need to lead confident, safe, and technique-driven lessons.
And let’s be honest—most certification programs are either too expensive, too surface-level, or not designed for real studio conditions. That’s why DTCE is changing the game with affordable, practical, results-driven certification courses currently in development.
Built for Dance Teachers—Not Gymnasts
Most dance teachers don’t have the luxury of teaching in a fully equipped gymnastics facility. They’re teaching on Marley or wood floors, juggling mixed-level classes, and doing everything possible to keep things moving—without injuries.
That’s why Kimberly Beck Thomson created this series: to give dance teachers a studio-friendly system that works in the environments they actually teach in.
✔ How to structure class flow for safety and efficiency
✔ Creative mat setups that minimize over-spotting
✔ Engaging obstacle-course stations for mixed-level groups
✔ Practical hacks for common challenges (like slippery Marley floors)
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Teach Smart. Spot Less. Keep Your Sanity.
The DTCE Method is designed to help teachers last in this profession—without constant strain. Kimberly trains teachers how to:
✔ Stack progressions so students master skills independently
✔ Introduce 3–5 new skills per week without overwhelm
✔ Use bonus drills and mat landings for safety and strength
✔ Cue proper takeoff and landing mechanics for precision
Translation? No more being a crash pad. Teachers teach smarter, dancers progress faster, and everyone stays safe.
Discipline, Class Flow & Student Retention—All Built In
With Kimberly’s approach, acro classes don’t just run smoothly—they become the most in-demand offering at the studio.
✔ Structure that keeps pace lively
✔ Clear rules that improve safety and focus
✔ Multi-level strategies that make every dancer feel successful
The result? Engaged dancers, packed classes, and stronger retention. Parents spread the word, and suddenly acro is the class everyone wants.
Creative Curriculum That Never Gets Old
Boring classes = burned-out teachers. But with this course, teachers get:
✔ Thousands of classroom drills
✔ 50+ cartwheel variations
✔ Progressions and combos that cross into jazz, lyrical, and contemporary choreography
✔ Fun, themed classes with prop integration
From Elephant Walks and Tripod Headstands to Tick Tock Rolls, Valdez Variations, and Spider Back Handsprings, Kimberly equips teachers with endless creative material for every level.
Teaching by the Syllabus: What Teachers Need to Teach and What Students Should Master at Each Level
DTCE’s Progressive Syllabus/Interactive Curriculum outlines exactly what to teach at each level, ensuring students master essential skills before advancing.
This eliminates guesswork, prevents training gaps, and allows teachers to focus on hands-on corrections while students progress safely.
👉 Buy À la Carte – Individual Series (Tutorial Videos + Basic Syllabus)
Who Is It For?
Perfect for:
✔ Dance Teachers teaching recreational or competitive acro
✔ Studio Owners looking to expand and increase profitability
✔ School Programs adding acro training
✔ Teachers who want a structured, affordable, and safe training system
No prior acro certification required.
Why Choose Dance: The Cutting Edge (DTCE)?
✔ Teacher Training Tutorials + Matching Syllabus
DTCE’s affordable curriculum streamlines lesson planning and enhances your studio’s offerings. Every class is progression-based, age-appropriate, and built on strong foundations.
✔ DTCE’s Complete Curriculum for All Styles & Levels
With 95+ courses, 4,000+ tutorials, and 900+ syllabus across 16+ genres, DTCE is the all-in-one solution for dance educators.
Why Stop Here? Shop DTCE’s Best Add-On Courses!
✔ Conditioning Series – Strength, power, endurance for acro success
✔ Flexibility Series – 175+ skills to increase range and extension
✔ Acro Warm-Up Series – 60+ exercises to prevent injury and prep bodies
Your Instructor: Kimberly Beck Thomson
This course is led by Kimberly Beck Thomson, a certified dance curriculum specialist with 35+ years of experience.
- Directed one of the Top 50 Studios in the U.S.
- Choreographed for NBC’s Orange Bowl Parades
- Served 25 years on the Florida Dance Masters Board of Directors
- Trained extensively at Broadway Dance Center, Steps on Broadway, and Millennium Dance Complex
A third-generation educator, Kimberly has choreographed award-winning routines, mentored teachers nationwide, and created the DTCE Method: a safe, creative, and progressive approach that transforms classrooms.
Her former students have gone on to Broadway, major TV productions, and international tours with Beyoncé, Britney Spears, and more.
Start Training the Next Generation with DTCE’s Acro “How-To-Teach” Vol. I–III
This isn’t just another resource—it’s the teacher’s manual you’ve always wanted. With spotting strategies, progressions, and creative setups all in one system, you’ll never run out of safe, structured ways to teach acro.
👉 Start training smarter—add DTCE’s Acro “How-To-Teach” Vol. I–III to your curriculum today!
