When learning from online tutorials and classes, it is sometimes hard to know what level means what. Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced - it means different things in different fields. Especially in heels-based pole it can be hard to know which class suits one best.
Here you find recommended requirements for the classes and tutorials on High on Heels that might help you.
This is a category specifically for people just starting in heels. You do not need previous experience and moves & techniques will be broken down slowly. It is recommended to have basic pole experience (for example being able to pirouette barefoot, basic static spins etc).
You might also find Mixed Level Tutorials in this section in technique based classes.
You will find tutorials that offer different options from Beginner to Advanced. These classes are usually technique based or offer transition ideas that are not bound to a specific level. It is recommended to have a basic understanding in heels (Heels Foundations classes excluded).
Feel free to always check out the trailer of the class to get a better feeling of the content.
For this level, some heel experience is helpful but not necessary. Moves that should be known are for ex. a Pirouette and Basic Spins. You should be able to lift your own body weight off the ground with both hands on the pole. Being able to Invert is not needed.
For Tricks classes, being able to confidently knee hook (ex. Jasmine) is required. Variations are provided in both re- and progressions so you can learn them step by step or spice them up.
In this level, solid basic in heels (weight transfer, slides, turns etc.) are recommended as combos are more complex and require more ankle stability and core control. Variations will be given. You can find Heels Conditioning Tutorials in the library to upgrade your strength and control.
For Tricks classes you should be able to lift yourself into a controlled invert and be able to knee hook with ease. If specific prerequisites are needed for a class, it will be stated in the description. Moves in Tutorials are broken down step-by-step to help you master them.
In this level, you should be very comfortable dancing in heels and be able to control movements on the slope of the platform. Combos are more complex and use end range of hip rotations are used. Variations will always be given when it is about flexibility.
For Tricks classes you should be able to lift yourself into an aerial invert and feel comfortable in different knee & leg hooks. If specific prerequisites are needed for a class, it will be stated in the description. Moves in Tutorials are broken down step-by-step to help you master them.
In this level, you should be well experienced in Heel Technique and learning complex sequences & choreographies.
For Tricks, Inverts like Choppers and Shoulder Mounts should be executed with ease. Being able to handspring is helpful but specific requirements are found in the class description.
It is helpful to be able to handstand with the pole in certain classes, however variations will be given so deadlifting into them is not needed.
