THE COCO FRAMBOISE SCHOOL OF BURLESQUE presents:

JANUARY & FEBRUARY CLASSES in TORONTO!

Drop in classes run Wednesdays, Jan 25th- Feb 8th!

FREE CLASS on Jan 25th at 6pm: STRUT & STANCE!

The Coco Framboise School of Burlesque is proud to offer the most extensive burlesque curriculum in Canada  -- and we're celebrating our seventh year!  All of our classes are drop-in so you can pick and choose the ones you're most interested in. And our whole program is designed to have something for absolute beginners and more experienced performers alike. Come flip your hip, shake it down and discover for yourself why burlesque is BACK! Join in the fun!  Must be 19 years or over to attend.

1. STRUT & STANCE: THE CHARISMA OF BURLESQUE
Where does the confidence come from to perform?  And for those of us already familiar with the stage, how can we project more presence?  Learn the secrets to being larger than life!  Practice entrances and exits, key gestures, struts, and facial expressions to create more gusto.  Whether you want to embody the smoky vamp, the cheeky coquette, or the wry clown, you’ll step out bolder and badder!

When: Wednesday, January 25th; 6:00-7:00pm
Where: Fierce Fitness Studio - 892 College St; back laneway entrance downstairs
What to bring: A sense of adventure and some sass!  Bring a friend!
Advance Supersaver Fee: FREE!  Reserve your complimentary ticket!
Drop-in Fee: FREE!

2. HOLLYWOOD FAN DANCE: SHOWGIRL ENSEMBLE
Ever wonder how vintage showgirls created those gorgeous flower formations in their fan revues?  This is your chance to jump in on the floor show and learn group formations like "The Ferris Wheel," and "The Blossom Dearie"- with real ostrich feather fans!  Bring your sauciest girlfriends!

When: Wednesday, January 25th; 7:00-8:00pm
Where: Fierce Fitness Studio - 892 College St; back laneway entrance downstairs
What to bring: Ostrich fans if you have them.  Many pairs available for class use.
Advance Supersaver Fee: $15 – special intro online price!
Drop-in Fee: $20 cash at the door.

3. RIDING CROP TEASE
Turn up the heat on our classic stocking tease with our sizzling riding crop edition.  Get your pretty leg up on stardom with a vampy twist on our golden gams techniques.  Come scandalize our top five stocking strips including two duet manoeuvres, and “The Reverse.”  Plus follow-along riding crop choreography to tempt your lucky love in your own boudoir!  Oooh, hurt me!

When: Wednesday, February 1st; 6:00-7:00pm
Where: Fierce Fitness Studio - 892 College St; back laneway entrance downstairs
What to Bring: Stockings, garters, heels and a riding crop or spanking rod (wooden spoon, etc).  Some riding crops available for class use.
Advance Supersaver Fee: $15 – wow, that’s 25% off!
Drop-in Fee: $20 cash at the door.

4. FAN DANCE FANDANGO: DEVIL DUETS
Unleash your inner glamourpuss with this classic, decadent art.  Using luxurious, Vegas-scale ostrich feather fans, learn essential classic solo manoeuvres and a contemporary set of "double trouble" moves for DUETS!  Fly solo or bring your favourite diva cohort!

When: Wednesday, February 1st; 7:00-8:00pm
Where: Fierce Fitness Studio - 892 College St; back laneway entrance downstairs
What to bring: Ostrich fans if you have them.  Many pairs available for class use.
Advance Supersaver Fee: $15 – wow, that’s 25% off!
Drop-in Fee: $20 cash at the door.

5. JAZZ BURLESQUE: TOP HAT TEASER
In this sizzling Broadway-meets-Burlesque mashup, you’ll learn our favourite solo and duet top hat manoeuvres. Then using our flinty follow-along choreography, you’ll have a chance to adapt the moves to two different songs types and alter egos! Book in advance and save!

When: Wednesday, February 8th; 6:00-7:00pm
Where: Fierce Fitness Studio - 892 College St; back laneway entrance downstairs
What to Bring: A top hat or structured hat if you have one. Some available to borrow in class.
Advance Supersaver Fee: $15 – wow, that’s 25% off!
Drop-in Fee: $20 cash at the door.

6. MIDNIGHT MINX: CHOCOLATE VALENTINE
Break out the silky robes, satin nighties, and the fine lingerie!  Tempt your lucky love with this vintage seduction by lamplight.  This breathtaking boudoir tease comes complete with insider showgirl secrets for making the most of your own lacy delights and setting your bedroom stage. And as an added Valentine treat, learn an extended chocolate tease with complimentary sweets for practice!

When: Wednesday, February 8th; 7:00-8:00pm
Where: Fierce Fitness Studio - 892 College St; back laneway entrance downstairs
What to bring: Robes, stockings, your favourite lingerie wardrobe, any vanity props like hairbrush/mirror sets, perfume bottles, lipstick, etc.
Advance Supersaver Fee: $15 – wow, that’s 25% off!
Drop-in Fee: $20 cash at the door.