Chicago Burlesque Classes & Confidence Training
Beginner-Friendly Movement, Presence & Performance Classes in Chicago
Sunday Burlesque Confidence Class
Sundays
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Crafty Cats
3713 W Division St
Chicago, IL
$40
Perfect For:
- complete beginners
- performers
- public speakers
- creatives
- professionals
- adults rebuilding confidence
- anyone wanting stronger presence and embodiment
No experience required.
Heels optional.
Public performance is never required.
Most people don’t come to class because they want choreography.
They come because they want to feel more confident.
More expressive.
More comfortable being seen.
Vaudezilla’s Chicago burlesque classes use movement, stage presence, musicality, and performance training as tools for building confidence in everyday life.
Whether you’re completely new or returning to movement after years away, you’ll find a welcoming place to begin.
What You’ll Learn
Most dance classes teach choreography.
These classes develop:
- confidence
- stage presence
- body awareness
- musicality
- emotional expression
- visibility
- authority
- performance skills
Students learn how to:
- move with intention
- feel more grounded
- take up space comfortably
- express themselves more clearly
- hold attention without forcing
Most people arrive nervous.
Most leave feeling stronger than when they walked in.
Featured By ABC 7 Chicago / Localish
Watch real students and see what happens inside a Vaudezilla class.
Who These Classes Are For
Many students begin with:
- no dance experience
- stage fright
- social anxiety
- creative burnout
- curiosity about burlesque
- a desire to feel more confident
You do not need to feel ready.
You only need to begin.
Looking For More Flexibility?
The Room (Virtual)
A live online confidence experience focused on communication, presence, perception, and personal authority.
Wednesdays
7:00 PM
Perfect if you want:
- real-time feedback
- confidence practice from home
- community
- personal growth
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need Dance Experience?
No. Most students begin with little or no dance background.
Is This A Strip Class?
No. These are structured movement, confidence, and performance classes.
Do I Have To Perform?
No. Public performance is optional.
What Should I Wear?
Comfortable clothing you can move in.
Are Beginners Welcome?
Absolutely.
What Happens After Class?
Some students attend once.
Some return every week.
Some discover a larger creative community of shows, workshops, performances, and immersive experiences.
If you enjoy the work, there are always more doors to open.
Ready To Begin?
Sunday Burlesque Confidence Class
Crafty Cats
3713 W Division St
Chicago, IL
$40