Tired of feeling unsure about how to teach lifts safely and effectively? DTCE’s Dance Team Full Course Series: Lifts (High School–College) gives you a step-by-step, studio-tested system to teach lifts that are not only safe—but stage-worthy.
With 27+ lift techniques, 12+ structured syllabus guides, and 1.25+ hours of guided video instruction, this course empowers coaches to train lifters and flyers with confidence, precision, and control—no overthinking, no burnout.
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DTCE’s Lift Series – Structure, Strength & Seamless Execution
This course removes the guesswork from lift training by focusing on progressive technique, safety strategy, and partner trust-building. From foundational holds to dynamic over-the-head variations, dancers learn how to connect, lift, transition, and perform—all with a focus on timing, support, and visual clarity.
Every lift is broken down with clear demonstrations, corrections, and creative applications so teams can execute with confidence and precision.
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Key Features of DTCE’s Lifts Full Course Series
✔ 27+ lift techniques covering foundational & advanced partner skills
✔ 12+ structured syllabus guides for progression-based instruction
✔ 1.25+ hours of expert tutorials focused on technique, transitions, and safety strategies
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Teaching by the Syllabus: What Teachers Need to Teach and What Students Should Master at Each Level
DTCE’s Progressive Syllabus/Interactive Curriculum provides a structured roadmap that ensures dancers master essential lift progressions before moving forward. Coaches are guided through alignment, coordination, strength, and partner safety techniques, eliminating training gaps and minimizing risk.
Key Skills & Techniques for Strong Technical Foundations
DTCE’s Progressive List – Dance Steps/Skills – Title Only – NO Written Breakdown ensures coaches always have a reliable skill reference.
✔ Partner balance, timing & synchronization
✔ Foundational to over-the-head lift pathways
✔ Safe spotting strategies for teams
With detailed curriculum descriptions and timestamps, lesson planning becomes efficient and repeatable.
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Why Mastery Before Advancement Matters
✔ Reduces injury risk through safe lift progressions
✔ Builds strength, trust, and precision in lifters and flyers
✔ Reinforces team execution with confidence and clarity
When lifts are taught progressively, dancers master safety, technique, and performance-readiness.
Who Is It For?
✔ High school & college dance team coaches
✔ PE teachers & studio directors
✔ Private programs & competitive teams
Why Choose Dance: The Cutting Edge (DTCE)?
Video-Based Teacher Training Curriculum • Syllabus • SMART Resources • Instant Lesson Plans • Every Skill Linked to a Matching Tutorial • All Genres/All Levels
Finally—a done-for-you curriculum that gives dance teachers structure, clarity, and confidence. With 95+ courses, 4,000+ tutorials, and 900+ syllabus, DTCE is the only system built to streamline your teaching.
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Add These Must-Have Tools to Maximize Your Training!
✔ Acro – 960+ skills & 11+ hrs. across Levels 1–6 with Partner Work & spotting safety
✔ Conditioning – 110+ exercises to build strength, agility, and jump height
✔ Jazz – 370+ skills & 12+ hrs. of foundational and advanced training
✔ Flexibility – 175+ skills & 5+ hrs. to improve extension and turnout
✔ Hip Hop – 355+ tutorials featuring 275+ skills, combos, & progressions
✔ Warm-Up – 120+ exercises & 5+ hrs. to prep dancers for high-impact movement
✔ Turns, Jumps, & Leaps – 54+ skills & 2+ hrs. targeting technical accuracy
✔ Technique – 50+ skills & 2+ hrs. focused on alignment & placement
Created by an Experienced Dance Team Coach
Led by Julie Berardi, a nationally recognized dance team coach and former leader of the 3x National Champion Penn State Lionettes. Now coaching Eastern University’s Cheer and Dance Teams, Julie’s choreography has helped 50+ studios and schools claim national titles.
Her no-fluff, real-world style helps coaches and dancers achieve precision, confidence, and stage-ready execution.
Give Your Dancers the Skills to Lift Confidently and Perform Fearlessly—Train with DTCE’s Dance Team Lifts Full Course Today!
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