Catherine Rose's

Slinky Productions


Exotic Dance Instruction & Pole Dancing for Women in the San Francisco Bay Area since 2000

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Schedule & Registration 2010
{All events subject to change}

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Having trouble registering, please call 510-465-7607 10AM-7PM

 

Love to Watch Pole Dancing? It is Your Turn to Play!

 

Weekend Pole Intensive $126 (4 hrs total) no pre-requisites: . Absolute beginners welcome and encouraged as well as those with some pole experience from other schools

Don't have time for our Weekly Course? Become a Slinky Pole Dancer in just 1 Weekend with this 4hr Intensive Training.

Our Most popular Course!
Our Weekend Pole course gives you the perfect tools to perform sexy moves and tricks right away!

Learn a Hot Routine Guaranteed to Mesmerize Any Audience.
Build Strength & Confidence!

• Sexy Beginner Pole Spins/Climb
• Seductive Pole Moves
• Impressive Pole Grips
• Proper Posture and Safety Precautions

Slinky Productions Pole Dance Class"...if you really want to dance like a pro, skip Crunch Fitness and the larger studios, and go straight to a real live stripper (even a retired one) to show you how it’s done."
~ The Curve Magazine~

"These are the best Pole Dancing classes you can find anywhere. I really appreciate how the Instructor showed step by step how to gracefully perform pole moves. Not only has Pole Dancing made my body stronger, it has made me more confident in my sexuality. I would highly recommend these classes to anyone."
~ Barbara ~
All pole moves are carefully broken down into fun, easy-to-learn steps suitable for novices and professional dancers alike! More class info.

  1. Feb. 20th & 21st 2-4PM Oakland
  2. March 20th & 21st 2-4PM Oakland
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Weekly Pole Dance Supreme $259
(4 weeks) 8 hrs total

Build confidence and strength!

Weekly Pole ClassExperience yourself as a Real Pole Dancer!
Discover why Pole Dancing is the #1 Choice for Sexy Fitness!

Pole Dance ClassThis class includes an optional free 15 minutes of 1 on 1 private laser focused instruction with Owner of Slinky Productions, Catherine Rose. You are responsible for scheduling at least 1 week lead time. All lessons must be completed by the last week of the last class. Lessons offered M-F 12-7PM.

If you have ever wanted to learn how pole dance, this class will provide the foundation for learning safe and proper postured skill and sensual pacing. Our exceptional 4-week course is designed for any woman who wants to learn the art / skill of pole dancing in a safe, fun, fast paced and accessible class environment. We keep the focus on pole skills and include only a small amount of floor work into your transitions so that you leave with a real dance routine on the pole.

All the material is broken down into accessible easy to get bits so that you walk away, getting how to do your moves with ease, with the help of an experienced professional instructor.Pole Dance Class Oakland Slinky Productions We provide additional cheat sheets for you to download.

Our curriculum is dense; you you will be learning multiple moves/tricks in every class. And...We get you climbing the pole in the first class!

Designed for total newbie pole enthusiasts as well as those with some pole. Interested in club jobs? We train professionals as well!

Note: many of our students come from other studios and learn new moves.

"All your wonderful instruction has paid off. I auditioned for the Condor about a two months ago and have been working there ever since. I love it, love it love it. I wanted to thank both of you for giving me the skills needed to do something I had always dreamed about doing." ~ Theresa C.~

Read the Oakland Tribune story on Pole Dancing with Slinky Productions.

  • March 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
    Tuesdays 7:30-9:30PM Oakland
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Intermediate Pole Climbing & Inversions $199 (3 weeks) 6 hours pre-requisites: must be comfortable with at least 1 inversion.

Pole Dance ClassThis class includes an optional free 15 minutes of 1 on 1 private laser focused instruction with Owner of Slinky Productions, Catherine Rose. You are responsible for scheduling at least 1 week lead time. All lessons must be completed by the last week of the last class. Lessons offered M-F 12-7PM.

Learn Inversions! Pole Dancing Teacher

Have you taken Pole Supreme, Weekend Intensive or other pole classes? Are you taking courses from other schools and want to accelerate your skills at a faster pace?

This course is designed for several levels of pole skill but you MUST have a basic foundation of at least 8hrs or training or equivalent. You must be comfortable doing at least 1 inversion.

Are you doing Gemini & Scorpio but confused about which is which? Want to create more ease and learn variations that feel as sexy as they look?

This intermediate 3-week skill -based course is next level for serious pole enthusiasts.

Intermediate climbing, multiple inversions and sequencing will both challenge you and take you to places you have never been on the pole. We use 3 x 11' poles PLUS a professional 6" mat for your safety.
Be prepared to earn some bruises in this skill focused class.

Climbing the Pole
The Bat
Pike Inversion
Handstand Transitions
The Gemini
The Scorpio
The Butterfly
and more...

*We do our best to minimize your body's tendency to collide with the pole by teaching you how to control your movements, however, bruising is an inevitable part of learning how to pole dance.

  • Feb. 15th, 22th, March 1st Mondays 7:30-9:30PM 2010 Oakland

Intermediate Pole Labs $59 90 min. pre-requisites Weekend Pole or more

Pole Labs are an opportunity to work directly with Catherine Rose on your techniques. They are more informal than our other studio classes, and are technique based rather than routine based. Geared towards more experienced students although some labs are open to those with minimal pole experience.
Pole Labs are limited to 5 students unless otherwise mentioned. 2 Poles. You must be a Slinky Student to attend.

Understand contact points and proper gripping techniques for all your spins in this new series of fun fast paced and possibly dizzy-making pole labs.

Spins and More Spins Part 1
Wed Feb 17th 8-9:30PM
7:45-9:15PM
Forward & backwards knee hook spins and straddle spins. Forwards & Backwards Froggy, Straight Leg Straddle, SLS with Tuck. Open to anyone who has taken Weekend Pole Intensive or private lessons.

Spins & More Spins Part 2
Wed March 3rd 7:45-9:15PM

Around the pole spins with no knee/thigh support. The Chair Spin, the Jog, The Sitting Peep, The Carousal. Open to anyone who has taken the above or can already to knee hook spins

Spins & More Spins Part 3
Wed. Wed March 17th 7:45-9:15PM
Ankle Hook Spins, The Blender, Reverse Hand Grip. Open to anyone who can do class 1 & 2 curriculum.

Register for all 3 for ($177) $150, save $27

Exotic Dance Smorgasbord: Intro to Pole-Lap-Floor & More Workshop 6hrs all day class $149
no pre-requisites all levels beginners welcome

Finally! A class that covers EVERYTHING!

Through a series of exercises, demonstrations and practice time,, we explore the ways in which our body naturally loves to move and demystify exotic dance concepts.

Dynamic, comprehensive, sexy and confidence building class! Learn:

• Three (or more) Hip Gyrations
• Two Sexaliscious Booty Shows
• 2-4 Pole Dance Moves/Swings
• Seductive Lap Dancing Foundation
• Sensuous Floorshow Mini-Routine
Expect a very fun, sexy workout designed to reconnect you with your sensuality & femininity. This is one powerful workshop.
Class includes sumptuous snacks.
Please bring a light lunch to supplement.

"Catherine Rose does a masterful job of creating a safe, non-competitive and joyful space for every woman to get (re)acquainted with her juiciness."
~Claudia Six, PhD Clinical Sexologist~

"Completely professional, well organized, playful but thorough instruction; an awesome intro to a whole new world of dance!"
~ Christabel Zamor, Hoop Girl~

  • Sunday Feb 28th 12-6PM San Francisco
  • Sunday April 11th 12-6PM Oakland

 


How to Give a Mind Blowing Lap Dance: 3 Hr Extended Crash Course for Women $95 no pre-requisites all levels beginners welcome

Sexy Fun Without Getting Out of Your Chair! A Great Leg Work-out Too!

Learn the art of sensual teasing and erotic fun all without getting out of your chair (except to change positions). Pure fun and naughtiness skills that you and your partner(s) can enjoy anytime, anywhere.

Enjoy an exceptional and educational 3 hrs learning:

  • How to set the right tempo and dynamic
  • Tempting cleavage show
  • Memorizing Booty Show
  • Sizzling Booty Grind/Gyration
  • Cuddle Massage Gyrations
  • Floorshow Basics

ladis lapdance cllass These are just a few of the slinky moves you will learn. You will go home being versed in the art of sexy lapdancing so you can give a lap dance right away!

This is an all women class and we will practice in pairs with each other. Come alone or with a friend.

Your partner(s) will love you forever (even more) for this class.

Wear slinky costumes or just comfy gym clothes.

"I want to say how much I enjoyed the lapdancing class. It was a treat to learn from a teacher who knows her material so well, and was able to make us all feel safe and at ease in this edgy frontier. You make a great contribution to the world by helping women explore, discover, and claim their feminine, sensual side. Thank you so much."
~- J.S.

"That was truly an incredible lapdance class! I was so surprised at how much natural ability I already have and by how much was possible that I didn't even know! I gained a whole new way to connect, to flow, to move ... I feel elated!"
~*A*

"I performed my first impromptu public lapdance for my friend who celebrated his birthday last Saturday! IT WAS FUN! My friends were very impressed and surprised! They couldn't believe I only took one class! ( :-P ) Some even said I should consider doing it for money!"
HA!” ~ Vicky

  • Sunday March 14th 1-4PM Oakland

See Valentine Couples Lap Dance Class Sun. Feb. 7th and and Intro 101 to Lap at Good Vibes Berkeley Mon. Feb 8th-(register via Good Vibes)

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Sexy Valentine Couples Lapdancing Class $99/Couple no pre-requisites all levels beginners welcome

Learn How to Arouse your Partner using the Erotic Secrets from Professional Lap Dancers

Sensual teasing and erotic fun all without getting out of your chair (except to change positions).

Pure fun and naughtiness for both of you.

Enjoy an educational 2.25 hrs learning:

How to set up a powerful erotic dynamic
Tempting cleavage show
Straddle love gyration Couples Learn to Lap Dance
Sizzling booty grind

These are just a few of the slinky moves you will learn. You will go home being fully versed in the art of sexy lapdancing.

~ Chocolate & bubbly will be served. ~

"I want to say how much I enjoyed the lapdancing class. It was a treat to learn from a teacher who knows her material so well, and was able to make us all feel safe and at ease in this edgy frontier. You make a great contribution to the world by helping women explore, discover, and claim their feminine, sensual side. Thank you so much." ~ J.S. student

"...phenomenal. My husband is a card-carrying Shy Person, but soon he was up and teasing me with his adorable self and has since busted out moves spontaneously around the house.  I didn't think any class could do that!" ~ Jamie K, Astrologer

Couples of all persuasions as well as platonic buddies invited to come. You will be practicing on the person you bring. The focus is on feminine techniques however we will cover a few masculine or switch tricks. Men have the option to practice the femme moves too.

Not in a relationship? Bring a platonic friend!

Lapdancing techniques for Couples taught by Catherine Rose.s

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Exotic Dance Floor-show & Wall Dancing $99 no pre-requisites all levels beginners welcome

3 Hours of Slinky Floor Fun!

A great follow-up to our Intro to Exotic Dance Smorgasbord or any of the poles classes including Weekend Pole Intensive.

Indulge in 3 slinky yoga-esque hours of sultry sexy slow movement, all on the floor.

This brand new class will teach you a full sexy fun routine on the floor. Learn standing to floor transitions that can be used with your pole routine, or any sexy exotic dance performance. This is a great class for anyone who likes to slither on the floor.

What is the Floorshow?
Floorshow (also know as floorwork) uses the floor surface to do a variety of slow moves on the back, belly and knees. Floorwork involves slow crawling and sensual yoga-esque moves. It is very seductive and can be integrated with lapdancing and other parts of Exotic Dance.

  • Sunday April 25th 2-5PM Oakland

Tours of North beach Gentlemen's Clubs Singles or Couples/buddies $99 / $190 Ages 21+

Best of the Bay winnerSave $8 when you register any two people.


Naughty Valentines Tour for Couples/Singles

Read the SF Chronicle article on Slinky Production tour!

Come peek into the world of fantasy and glamour with the safety of a fun group in this walking tour of North Beach Strip Clubs (2 drinks (alcohol or non) dinner included.) You must be 21+. More info.

  • Friday Feb 12th 2010 (This will be our last North Beach tour until further notice) SOLD OUT

Please note that Feb. Valentines tour always sells out early.

Private Lessons

Private Lessons
I work with each person's level of experience and intention to create the perfect class that works for you. More Info

Once you have paid, email me with your preferred times. I need about 1-2 weeks to book you.

Private Lessons take place weekdays M W Th F noon-7PM Downtown Oakland by BART. (address upon booking) 24hr cancellation policy.

Single & Discount Packages
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Request Best Times of Day

Exotic Dance Gift Certificates

Buy her a Gift Certificate for an Exotic Dance Class that you will both enjoy long past the wrapper!

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Please contact Catherine Rose at 510-291-9779 if you have any further questions about registration or classes. Do NOT contact the studios.

Please read all studio policies before registering for any class.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Refund will be made if notice of cancellation is received
at least 3 days prior to the event excluding weekly class which is 7 days. If you do not show up for a class, there will be no refund or credit offered. Please make it your priority to show up on time or a little early to all classes and private lessons. READ OUR CLASS POLICIES.

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2nd Place Winner in
SF Chronicle
Best of BayList 2009

Best of the Bay Guardian 2007Best of the Bay Guardian 2005

Bachelorette / Private Parties
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Sorry we do not accept drop ins. Those who prefer to use cash, we ask that you send a money order or personal check via US mail. You May also drop off cash at my home office in Oakland.


SPECIALS

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Friend Save!
Register 2 or more friends for any ALL DAY WORKSHOP and take 1/2 off one person's fee. (3 people pay at the same time) (does not apply to the weekend pole or weekly pole classes)
Use discount code 3FRIENDS

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Repeat & Save!
Repeat Students get 25% when you repeat any class, 1/2 off when you register for the SAME class you took and bring a full paying friend.
Use discount code REPEATWITHBUDDY

 

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