AUCKLAND Term 2 Starts 4th May 2026
Auckland 2026 Classes
– Term One – Starts 2nd March –
– Term Two – Starts 4th May –
– Term Three – Starts 20th July –
– Term Four – Starts 19th October –
Gift Vouchers now Available
Classical Burlesque (Beginners)
This course is suitable for absolute burlesque beginners and more experienced dancers who would like to try their hand at burlesque.
If you have taken our Beginners course before – we’ve got new choreography for you and it’s a good way to hone in and perfect those fundamentals
Thursdays 7.30pm-9pm
Factory Theatre – Onehunga
$240 – 6 weeks
Big Boa Energy (Intermediate)
Step into your power and wrap yourself in something fabulously extra – it’s time to unleash the tease with your Big Boa Energy.
Course includes making and getting to keep your own big boa!
In-class only.
Thursdays 6pm-7.30pm
Factory Theatre – Onehunga
$325 – 6 weeks
Burlesque Fans (Intermediate)
Explore the otherworldly poise, seamless sensuality and regal grace of Fan dancing in this intermediate level burlesque course! Learn a comprehensive burlesque routine using the iconic burlesque prop….Fans!
In-class only.
Tuesdays 6pm-7.30pm
Factory Theatre – Onehunga
$240 – 6 weeks
The Rebel Teasers (Intermediate) SHOWCASE
For the elder emos, goths, punks & metalheads who want to strip tease with a heavy hand of attitude & a hefty kick of rebellion.
This troupe will perform at The Velvet Haven student showcase which will be held on Friday 19th & Saturday 20th June at TAPAC Theatre.
Wednnesdays 6pm-7.30pm
Victors Theatre- Morningside
$240 – 6 weeks
The Bump & Grinders (Intermediate) SHOWCASE
Join this stunning showcase troupe course where you will learn a classical group burlesque act filled with bumps, grinds, reveals, tease, and tassel twirling in the vintage showgirl aesthetic!
This troupe will perform at The Velvet Haven student showcase which will be held on Friday 19th & Saturday 20th June at TAPAC Theatre.
Wednesdays 7.30pm-9pm
Victors Theatre- Morningside
$240 – 6 weeks
Solo Development (Speciality)
Unleash your burlesque potential with Kiki Kisses in The Velvet Haven’s exclusive Solo Development Course! Over six weeks, refine your unique persona, build confidence, and create your act with expert guidance. Perfect for those with prior experience. Register now and shine in our student showcase!
Tuesdays 7.30pm-9.30pm
Factory Theatre – Onehunga
$400 – 6 weeks
Private payment plans available for all courses – Email us!
Upcoming in 2026…
Vamp – Neo Burlesque (Intermediate)
Join us for six weeks in an intermediate-level neo-burlesque course exploring the art of seduction with a focus on delicious chair dance, floor work and stocking peels
Coming soon
Kink – Neo Burlesque (Intermediate)
It’s time to get kinky and slinky, in this sex-positive burlesque course taught by Kiki Kisses. This is a judgement-free space to explore your kinky side – whether you’re an experienced kinkster, or dipping your toes in for the first time. This course is sex-positive, but not sexual, open to all genders.
Coming Soon
Cabaret Comedy (Intermediate)
Join our expert of silliness Kiki Kisses for a masterclass in Comedy, an intermediate-level neo burlesque course with a twist that will tickle your funny bone! Embrace the opportunity to explore the lighter side of burlesque and discover how humour can take your performance to new heights.
Coming Soon
Draglesque – Neo Burlesque (Intermediate)
Sashay, strip, and reveal in this six-week course exploring the decadent collision of drag and burlesque, with a dash of lip-syncing magic with Kiki Kisses aka Nick Minute! By the end of this course, you’ll have a newfound love for lipsyncing, genderplay, and a toolkit of performance skills to elevate your stage presence — all while embracing the glamour, camp, and theatricality that makes Draglesque utterly irresistible.
Coming Soon
Silk Fans – Classical Burlesque (Intermediate)
Silk fans are a popular burlesque prop for a reason! They’re SHOW STOPPING and feel incredible to flow and tease with. Whether you are an absolute beginner to silk fans, or have previous experience, this course will teach you how to move with confidence, unlock your personal style, and embody your sensual power through silk fan technique, choreography, and performance presence.
Coming Soon
Parisian Fantasy (Upper Intermediate)
Strut, pose, chainé, and développés in this electric course inspired by the sensual precision of Crazy Horse, Folies Bergère, and Moulin Rouge dancers with Michelle Kasey! Mmmmm… délicieux! This dance-forward course focuses on elegant technique, intricate footwork, and complex heels choreography designed to make your lines long, strong, and utterly provocative.
Coming Soon