The Shimmy Shake Berlin Burlesque School hosts a wide variety of exciting burlesque workshops. Each class is focused on a different style or skill, to cover all facets of burlesque performance. We are proud to welcome award winning teachers from around the world so you can learn from the best in the burlesque industry.
Whether you are interested in classic Bump and Grind, Costuming, Neo, Characterization, Movement, Striptease or Styling, with our ever-changing roster and exciting list of guest teachers we have something for everyone!
Our regular and guest instructors are also able to offer special private classes for those wanting to hone existing skills or that prefer to start learning in a private environment.
Guest Workshops 2025
| Date | Teacher | Theme | Time | Day |
| 10.02.26 | Maple Rose | Captivate: Mastering Stillness and Tease in Classic Burlesque | 18:00-19:30 | Tuesday |
| 10.02.26 | Maple Rose | Fan Dance Technique & Tricks | 19:30-21:00 | Tuesday |
| 11.03.26 | Sugar Vixen | tbd | ||
| 11.03.26 | Sugar Vixen | tbd | ||
Captivate: Mastering Stillness and Tease in Classic Burlesque with Maple Rose
Tuesday, February 10
18:00-19:30
Explore the timeless elegance of classic burlesque with Australia’s “Queen of Classic” in this open-level workshop focused on developing strong stage skills and expressive performance technique. Whether you’re brand new to burlesque or an experienced performer looking to polish your craft, this workshop will help you develop the essential tools to truly own the stage.
Together, we’ll explore how to slow down, command attention, and hold space with intention and poise. Through guided exercises, you’ll learn how to connect with your audience, build tension through stillness, and use timing, musicality, and expression to create unforgettable moments.
With a strong emphasis on tease, this class focuses on the artistry behind what makes burlesque so compelling. It’s not just about the moves, but the why behind them. You’ll discover how to project confidence, maintain focus, and let your personality shine.
What You’ll Learn:
- Stage presence and confidence techniques
- How to “hold space” and captivate an audience
- The art of slowing down and performing with intention
- Building anticipation and emotional connection through tease
- Musicality, timing, and expressive movement
- Tips for using the stage effectively—entrances, exits, and focus
This workshop welcomes dancers of all levels—no previous burlesque experience required! All you need is a desire to explore the timeless art of classic burlesque.
Fan Dance Technique & Tricks with Maple Rose
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!
Tuesday, February 10, 19:30-21:00
Step into the world of fan dance like never before with this exhilarating crash course with fan dance dynamo, Maple Rose! World renowned for her online technique classes, learn the tips & tricks of Maple’s signature style with the speed and spectacle of circus arts while focusing on alignment and body awareness.
In this fast-paced workshop, you’ll dive headfirst into the art of fan manipulation, learning a dynamic array of tricks and techniques. From lightning-fast spins to gravity-defying throws, you’ll discover how to harness the power of your fans to create breathtaking displays of skill and showmanship.
But this workshop isn’t just about mastering individual tricks – it’s about embracing the fearless spirit of fan dancers who are faster, bigger, and bolder than ever before. You’ll learn how to seamlessly integrate speed and agility into your flow movements, transforming your fan dance into a high-energy spectacle that commands attention from start to finish.
This workshop is perfect for experienced fan dancers who are ready to take their fan manipulation skills to new heights. Students must bring in their own fans.
Maple Rose
Known as the “Queen of Classic Burlesque”, Maple Rose is a household name in the Australian burlesque scene after 15 years in the industry. She’s here to prove that “classic burlesque” doesn’t have to be boring. Either with feather fans or tapping toes, Maple will take you on a deep dive into burlesque history.
Maple is known the world over for teaching and mentoring in the art of burlesque. She’s even tutored the Moulin Rouge Fan Dancers online! Join Maple in her array of classes to fine tune your grinds, lubricate those wrists and finesse your fan dancing! With a focus on burlesque history, mindful movement, and fan dance technique, Maple’s classes are for anyone keen to find their inner sensuality encouraging play and performance skills.
Maple Rose has been voted as one of the most influential Burlesque Artists in the world in the 21st Century Burlesque Magazine’s Top 50 Lists in 2021 , 2022, 2023 & 2024. She competed for “Best Debut” at the Burlesque Hall of Fame in 2025, won the 1st Runner-Up Crown at the Mx Burlesque Australia Grand Final 2018 as well as the title of Mx Burlesque Melbourne 2018. Maple was honoured to headline the world’s largest burlesque festival in October 2020 & April 2022 – The Australian Burlesque Festival.
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