Comprehensive Training

Business considerations, how to teach new students to line dance, and everything else from finding a venue to purchasing insurance and a music license

Dance Syllabus

Ready-to-use and designed by instructors with demonstrable success in teaching absolute beginners to thrive

Expert Guidance

From instructors wanting to set you up for success, by helping you to avoid pitfalls and startup mistakes

About the Course

Ready to share your passion for line dancing? Step Up The Line's e-Learning Program equips you with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to excel as a line dance instructor. This e-learning courseware is designed for experienced dancers with at least 18 months of regular line dancing experience. You will learn how to teach others to line dance and you will walk away with a ready-to-use 8-week Absolute Beginner dance syllabus to get you started. This turnkey solution covers everything you need to run a successful line dancing business. Find out how to unlock opportunities in your local community to teach line dancing, whether as a 'side-gig' or part-time role. Join our graduates in Canada, UK, USA, Iceland, Mexico, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand by taking the first step towards becoming a line dance instructor today!

One of Our Mentors

Hi there! I'm Kelly Bee, and I'm thrilled to guide you on your journey to becoming a successful line dance instructor. With years of experience in Line Dance, and competitive Scottish Country Dancing, and a passion for teaching adults, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Let's Step Up The Line together!

Curriculum

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    Introduction

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    2. One-Stop-Shop Free preview
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    Business Considerations

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    Fundamentals of Line Dance

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    Effective Teaching Strategies

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    Lesson and Event Planning

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    Teaching At AB Level

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    8 Week Progressive Dance Syllabus

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    3. Class Warm-Up Stepsheet Free preview
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    Teaching In Action - Videos!

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    Next Steps

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    Feedback / Certificate of Completion

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What People Are Saying

Discover how our program is transforming aspiring instructors into confident educators who are making a difference in the world of line dancing.

Wow! This is a very comprehensive and detailed programme.
Betty Drummond. Founder & Trustee, Line Dance Foundation (LDF)

Southport, UK

If you had told me that I would be teaching three line dance classes in my retirement after completing this course, I would have laughed. But here I am and loving it! This course enables an experienced line dancer to get to 'first base' as a new instructor, and in months rather than years. It provides everything you need to take your first tentative steps into line dance instruction.
Victor B. Line Dancer, Dance Instructor, Boots At The Bay

South Georgian Bay, ON, Canada

Awesome program! I would have loved to have it when I first started teaching... thanks for investing so much into creating this for our new instructors. We need to keep line dancing going strong.
Elaine Cook. Dance Instructor, Choreographer, Crystal Boot Awards Nominee, 2022 Winner Crystal Boot Awards Choreography Competition

Bancroft, ON, Canada

Every aspect of the training program was helpful and well put together. I think having a 8 week program set up for a new instructor is wonderful to get started to help take the pressure off PLUS I think the Instructor Consideration section with the Location, Venue, Cost and Establishing Legitimacy really gives us a lot to consider that I for one had not even thought about.
Bonnie B. Line Dancer

Ontario, Canada

What an awesome course! This is a one-of-a-kind line dance instructors course . I’m thoroughly impressed with the content and knowledge that I have gained, the course is very thorough with lots of information and tips for a new line dance instructor like me. My course was funded by my local and provincial Career Services, and I am now teaching seniors in my community who are very happy to be line dancing, many for the first time. Even though I completed the course months ago, Step Up The Line continues to mentor me along my journey - always available and always very helpful. I feel fully equipped, confident, excited and grateful. Thank you!  
Julie McD. Fitness & Dance Instructor 

Lindsey, ON, Canada

While I have more practicing to do, I now feel secure with, and can totally envision, teaching a line dancing class when I retire shortly. Thank you for bringing the joy and love of line dancing to others. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to learn and gain accreditation through this course. 
Brenda D. Musician, Music Teacher, Line Dancer

Wasaga Beach, ON, Canada

I have just completed the Step up the Line instructor program and I was blown away by how comprehensive it is in terms of a method of teaching and the content. After viewing all of the building blocks and videos I feel I now have the confidence to start teaching on my own. I have attended several classes in my area and can now identify things I would do differently, and I am looking at classes through a different lens. Wonderful course!
Michelle G. Singer, Musician, Actor, Line Dancer, Dance Instructor

Orangeville, ON, Canada

I love the course!
Paul Hughes. Dance Instructor, Step In Line - Line Dance With Paul

Needham, MA, USA

I found the complete program helpful. I am a visual learner so found the demo classes very helpful. The syllabus absolutely helpful to my teaching. A very informative online course.
Laurie P. Line Dancer, Dance Instructor

Tiny, ON, Canada

This course was choc full of information. I have been teaching for just 4 months and wish I had found it sooner. There's so much in here that nobody talks about, or tells you as a new instructor. Running a class isn't just about being able to dance and teach steps. It would have saved me so much time and 'googling' to find information. I'm hoping that the next level Beginner syllabus will be added soon.
Kate J. Line Dancer, Dance Instructor

Kent, UK

Ready to Start Your Line Dance Journey?

Join our e-learning program today and unlock the door to a rewarding career in line dance instruction. Step Up The Line and become an instructor now!