progress program
TRAIN, PERFORM + PROGRESS
IN OUR 5-MONTH HEELS PROGRAM
Have you completed PROGRESS before? Head over to our RETURNING SCHEDULE.
about the progress program
Our 5-month PROGRESS program guides beginner to advanced dancers through a comprehensive deep dive into the foundations, skills, technique, context and performance of Heels dance.
The cast of hundreds of dancers then celebrates their achievements through a larger than life shows at premiere venues to a supportive audience of friends, family, and fans.
Courses are offered in 4 locations, include options for dancers New to Luminesque and Returning students, and do not require dance experience or an audition. All adult (19+) dancers welcome!
what’s included in progress
WEEKLY TRAINING
2 hours/week of class by certified teachers (1.5h for NewToLumi)
Learn dance conditioning, injury prevention, and heels skills development from certified instructors every week all term. Also learn inspiring pieces of choreography you can perform.
PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCES
Perform in two epic stage productions at premiere venues
Shine onstage alongside a huge cast of dancers from all levels in two professionally produced dance theatre productions.
ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT
Participate in a Director’s Rehearsal
Receive guidance from expert directors, teachers, and choreographers to help develop or improve your performance.
PRIVATE STUDENT PORTAL
Weekly breakdown videos, program updates + resources
Every week we add new resources, choreography breakdown videos, and informative updates to your private web portal.
DEDICATED 24/7 GROUP CHAT
Private WhatsApp communication with a Student Experience Lead
Gain 24/7 access to a private chat with your own classmates, where a certified Student Experience staff is there to help.
SUBSIDIZED COUNSELLING
Mental health support provided for only $25/session
We know dance can sometimes bring up emotions, so we subsidize the cost of sessions with our registered therapists.
COSTUME SUPPLIES
Costume embellishments + crafting education
Every term, receive costume supplies, costume workshops and tutorials to help you craft a look you love. Also receive a discount on professional dance bottoms by Fortoula.
HAIR RESOURCES + MAKEUP TUTORIALS
Professionally designed + filmed styling videos + guides
Our team of makeup stylists design custom looks specifically for each show, and provide video tutorials. As part of our commitment to inclusivity we don’t dictate hair looks, but offer plenty of resources to help all hair types!
TECH REHEARSAL
All-day introduction to the behind the scenes of a dance show
Work with a team of directors, lighting designers and set designers at a Tech Rehearsal to create a magical production.
IMMORTALIZE THE EXPERIENCE
Professional photos + videos captured of the show
We capture the show with the help of professional photographers and videographers. Photos are available for free, short videos are posted on our social media, and full videos are available through our LumiTV subscription.
SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
Community Events + Facebook group with 1000+ members
Connect with your fellow dancers and the larger Luminesque community for support at our exclusive student-only events and through our private Facebook group.
NOTE ABOUT WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
In an effort to promote transparency and financial accessibility, we like to let students know ahead of time about other costs that may arise that are not included in the registration fees. Most of these things can be borrowed, bought second hand, or sourced.
Heels to dance in (we recommend our official Glow Getter shoe, created in collaboration with Bouge Moi)
Outfits to dance in (wear whatever makes you feel free to move!)
Your costume “base”, which includes a top and a bottom in a particular colour scheme (we provide embellishments)
Base stage makeup (we recommend a foundation, mascara, and blush/bronzer)
Tickets to the show (encourage your friends to support you + local art!)
Free copies of the show videos (you can access these through LumiTV, which is $40/yr)
2024/2025 schedule
We are excited to announce our Progress Program schedule for BOTH terms this year - Fall (Sep-Jan) and Spring (Feb-Jun).
Please note that we’ve made some changes to the Spring 2025 schedule since its initial launch in summer 2024.
SPRING REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 6, 2025
important dates for spring term
REGISTRATION OPENS:
JANUARY 6, 2025
PROGRAM START DATES
Our PROGRESS program includes 15 regularly scheduled weekly classes (PLUS costume pickup parties, director’s rehearsals, tech rehearsals and the shows). Below lists the earliest date a Progress course would start (refer to your day of the week).
MAINLAND: FEB 11 (WEEK OF)
VICTORIA: FEB 21 (WEEK OF)
TECH/DRESS REHEARSAL
Each term, students get the chance to run the entire show on the stage in full costume while our team sets the lights.
MAINLAND: MAY 11 or 21
VICTORIA: MAY 25
CASTS + SHOW DATES
Each PROGRESS course has the opportunity to perform in TWO live shows at premiere venues.
Each show weekend’s “CAST” is made up of courses that take place on a given day of the week.
CAST A (JUN 6 + 7): Tuesday, Thursday courses
CAST B (JUN 13 + 14): Sunday, Friday, Saturday* courses
CAST C (JUN 20 + 21): Monday, Wednesday* courses
VICTORIA (JUN 20 + 21): All courses perform in all shows
*some Wed + Sat courses are exceptions (check class details on Momence for exact show dates)
new to lumi course schedule for spring
If this is your first time in the Luminesque PROGRESS program, you join a NEW TO LUMI course. These courses are specifically designed to introduce students (with or without dance experience) to the Luminesque curriculum and show process.
NEW TO LUMI courses are offered at 2 levels: BEGINNER, and INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED. Learn more about LEVELS.
Once you’ve completed the program once, you move into RETURNING courses (jump to RETURNING PROGRAMS).
Curious about the emojis? Jump to the SHOW THEME section for an explanation of the CHARACTER BADGES by course.
Curious about the emojis? Jump to the SHOW THEME section for an explanation of the CHARACTER BADGES by course.
Curious about the emojis? Jump to the SHOW THEME section for an explanation of the CHARACTER BADGES by course.
returning student course schedule for spring
Once you’ve completed a NEW TO LUMI PROGRESS course, you move into our RETURNING student courses.
sneak peek at our 2025 show themes
Every term, our production team writes an epic, original show that you’ll be proud to share with your friends, family, and fans.
Here is an exclusive first look into the shows we’ll be presenting in Fall term (Jan/Feb 2025) and Spring term (June 2025).
FALL SHOW:
REVELRY
What mysteries await beneath the Venetian mask? Step into our hedonistic hideaway, where everyone is free to become anything they desire. Whether you imagine yourself in Versace or Venetian lace, Murano glass or Milano leather - you’ll feel like an elaborate work of art in this ode to being the most. Join us for REVELRY this SEP 2024 to JAN 2025. 🎭🌙
SPRING SHOW:
SMUT CAMP: A Working Title
about smut camp
What’s your secret fantasy? Join our aspiring novelist on their unconventional getaway to an erotica writers camp! Will they abandon their pursuit of the pen, or embrace the next freaky frontier? Get ready to blush, giggle, and embrace your guilty pleasures - sign up to dance in SMUT CAMP: A Working Title from FEB to JUN 2025. 🥵📖
explore our smut camp characters
WHY WE’RE SHARING
While our shows are always about celebrating sexual/self expression, Smut Camp is putting sexuality on centre stage. We're sharing more information than we usually would publicly in advance of the term starting, so dancers can make informed choices about their participation in the show as a whole, and in courses that feature specific characters. We are also working closely with Intimacy Consultants, and renewing our training with our staff, to uphold the utmost standards of communicating consent.
ALL CHARACTERS WLL EXPLORE:
SEXUAL EXPRESSION, CONNECTION, EXPLORATION, FANTASY, STORYTELLING, PLAYFULNESS, CAMP
CHARACTER BADGE LEGEND (as listed on the Schedules)
If a course has more than one emoji, it means it’ll play multiple characters in the show (but have similar costume requirements).
🥵 SMUTTY CAMPERS 🥵
THEMES: Self-pleasure, desire, discovery, nostalgia, camp, drama
🏝 SUMMER FLINGS 🏝
THEMES: Sexual empowerment, curiosity, self-love, vacation/party energy
CONTENT WARNING specific to this section: moving on from a divorce
🤫 FORBIDDEN LOVE 🤫
THEMES: Forbidden love, sexual tension, indulging desires, impulse
CONTENT WARNING specific to this section: infidelity
🧚♂️ ROYAL FAE 🧚♂️
THEMES: Confidence, cheerleading, empowerment, friendly competition
🌙 UNLEASHED WEREWOLVES 🌙
THEMES: Passion, liberation, connection, friendship
CONTENT WARNING specific to this section: ethical non-monogamy
🧛🏻 THIRSTY VAMPIRES 🧛🏻
THEMES: Lust, obsession, recklessness, indulgence, seduction
CONTENT WARNING specific to this section: blood
☁️ ARDENT ARCHANGELS ☁️
THEMES: Romance, soulmates, sensual expression, tunnel vision, devotio
🚀 STARCROSSED GALACTIC GUARDIANS 🚀
THEMES: VR, futurism, advocating for desires
CONTENT WARNING specific to this section: workplace romance
OVERALL CONTENT WARNING FOR SMUT CAMP:
While we’re still finessing the finer details, this show is likely to include references to: sexual acts, divorce, infidelity, coming out, kink, BDSM, “blood lust”, biting, pornography, sex toys, matrimonial alliances, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, polyandry, fantasy warfare, partying
NOTE ABOUT INTIMACY ACTING:
Student dances will represent the story setting and/or the inner experience of the characters, rather than literally depicting relational intimacy/sex acts on stage. Any actual simulated sex acts in the show will be portrayed by paid, trained intimacy actors under the support of an Intimacy Director. Auditions for any lead roles will be posted by latest February 2025 here.
HAVE FEEDBACK/QUESTIONS?
If you have any concerns or questions about this term or show theme, you may reach out to the following resources:
For general inquiries about the term and program, email our HQ team: glow@luminesquedance.com.
For concerns regarding the sexual nature of this show theme, email our Intimacy Consultant Kyra Fequet: kyfequet@gmail.com.
For feedback about the characters or show process, please contact our Show Writer, Vanessa: vanessa@luminesquedance.com.
Want more juicy details? Download our mini Show Guides, with information on costumes, characters, storyline, and more!
examples of past shows
view more in our full show gallery
about progress program levels
From total beginner to professional dancers - there’s a place for you in the spotlight, no matter your experience.
Our level system ensures everyone receives the training, support, and show choreography that will help them shine in their best light in studio and onstage in their performances.
students new to luminesque
If a student is new to the Luminesque program, they have the option of enrolling in a BEGINNER level course or an INT/ADV (Intermediate/Advanced) level course. These courses are specifically designed to introduce students (with or without dance experience) to the Luminesque curriculum and show process.
BEGINNER is for people who have limited to no dance experience, and is designed to give students a strong foundation of technique, injury prevention, and confidence with performing.
INT/ADV is for people who have dance experience, and is designed to introduce the Luminesque curriculum, performance prep process, and fill in any gaps in necessary injury prevention and heels dance technique.
AUDITIONS/PLACEMENT NOT REQUIRED
Students self-assess their level, and there is no audition or placement required. Suggestions may be made to switch levels within the first few weeks of the program, should a student appear to be in the wrong level (at risk for injury; or considerably ahead).
NEWTOLUMI classes are:
90-minutes once per week for the 5-month term (incl. tech + choreography)
Taught by one main instructor plus one special guest workshop per term
Provided additional resources/support about our curriculum/show process
Given the opportunity to perform 1-2 pieces in all show dates in their given cast
register for spring on january 6, 2025
Register for Progress courses via the widget below,
or view our full page of courses on Momence online or the Momence app (iOS/Android)
If you’re not seeing the course you’re looking for, try scrolling through weeks February 11-24.
still have questions?
Our team is here to help. Contact us and we’ll help you find the best program for you.
2024/2025 progress program pricing
Whether you’re learning how to dance, or leveling up your existing skills - our Progress program is a long-term investment in your dance journey. We are the largest Heels dance progressive program in the world, because we provide the best dance education. Even still, we are one of the lowest cost per hour progressive adult dance programs in BC, and work hard to keep dance accessible.
HOW WE KEEP DANCE ACCESSIBLE:
Offering weekly or monthly Payment Plans as our default payment method
Offering self-assessed Sliding Scale pricing (limited quantities for support tiers)
Providing discounts for long-term students (“LumiLifer” pass)
By subsidizing the high cost of running Progress with show ticket revenue
Offering a robust Scholarships program for marginalized dancers
Providing humans-first Refund + Cancellation policies
Want to learn more about the reasoning behind our pricing models? Check out this blog post from our co-owners, Vanessa + Emily.
MORE ABOUT PAYMENT PLANS
We offer a SLIDING SCALE to keep our high-value, long-term Progress Program financially accessible. There are unlimited spaces available at our Standard and Sponsor payment tiers, and limited spaces available at our Support tier (exact quantity directly relates to the number of Sponsor tiers purchased during the previous term, plus additional spots sponsored by Luminesque).
All of our courses are paid by PAYMENT PLAN by default. You can choose between a weekly payment plan, or a monthly payment plan - both plans are the same total cost, so just choose whichever works best for you. If you wish to pay for the full term all at once, please contact us and we will be happy to accommodate.
Payment Plans begin as soon as you register for your course, and continue until the balance of your registration fees is fully paid. This often means payments start before your course begins, and they finish before your course ends. While Payment Plan timeframes often correspond to the approximate length of courses, they are NOT monthly/weekly “memberships”, and cannot be cancelled without penalty after the Withdrawal Deadline. Please read our humans-first Refund Policies before purchasing, take note of your withdrawal deadlines, and ensure you are ready to commit to the full term before registering for the program.
