room for rent
Have you been looking for a private room to use as an office, art studio, or both? We have a room opening up on October 1st, 2026. Rooms at Electric Cottage Collective come with access to the shared coworking space, built-in community, and discounted wellness and arts classes. This space is $400–$600/month with
an annual lease.
DANCE CARDIO TEACHER TRAINING
upcoming training dates:
October 9-11 & 16-18, 2026
Join Liz Kovarsky and Steph Harmon for two energizing weekend intensives designed to prepare you to teach your own dance cardio classes! After completing both weekends, you’ll have the tools, confidence, and inspiration to lead fun, high-energy classes that bring people together through movement.
Training Investment: $700
🪩 What is Dance Cardio?
At Electric Cottage Collective we teach a class called Body Language - it's our version of a dance cardio class. Dance cardio is a fun, inclusive, high-energy workout for all levels—perfect for anyone who loves to move, whether you’re a confident dancer or just looking to let loose. Our philosophy is simple: there’s no wrong way to dance. It’s all about finding joy in movement, building strength, and boosting confidence.
What people are saying
Meghan
I found Dance Cardio Teacher Training well planned, positive & non-judgmental.
Casey
Dance Cardio Teacher Training was one of the best experiences of my life! We covered so much more than just dance moves. We explored identity, confidence, different perceptions, safety, and freedom of expression.
Anonymous
Loved this training! Having very little dance cardio experience coming in, it was so easy to immediately feel like I knew what was going on!
Bring Our Teacher Training to Your Community
Want to host a Dance Cardio Teacher Training at your yoga studio, gym, community center, arts organization, or movement space? After graduating two successful cohorts in Maine, we're excited to bring our 31-hour certification program on the road!
Hosting a training is a great way to:
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Introduce new people to your space
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Offer a unique professional development opportunity
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Expand your movement programming
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Develop future Dance Cardio instructors in your community
We'll bring our proven curriculum and lead the training while partnering with you on promotion and logistics. Hosts receive one complimentary training spot for a staff member or instructor. Interested in learning more? We'd love to discuss bringing our Teacher Training to your space. Contact us to learn more.
training faq's
🤔Who is this training for?
This training is open to anyone 18+ who loves to move and wants to teach dance cardio. All levels are welcome—no prior teaching or dance experience required.
🪩Do I need dance or teaching experience?
Not at all! Whether you’re brand new or experienced, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to lead a class.
📚What will I learn?
You’ll learn choreography, class sequencing, cueing and language, music use, class management, and how to create a fun, safe, and inclusive environment for all bodies.
🗓️What is the schedule?
The training takes place over two weekends (Friday–Sunday), with sessions held in Portland and Brunswick.
👟Is the training physically demanding?
Yes. This is a high-energy, physically rigorous training that includes daily dance cardio classes and practice teaching.