FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to be a Bollywood dancer already, or any type of dancer to train with Doonya?
Doonya does not require previous Bollywood dance experience. We teach you everything you need to know. We do, however, recommend that instructors have some general dance, fitness, or teaching background or understanding. This training is open to anyone who wants to learn something new and bring a fun, joyful and cultural experience to others.
What are the prerequisites for becoming an Instructor?
You must submit an audition video and be accepted for training prior to sign up. See the specs for Level 1 Training as outlined under the "Get Trained" tab.
What does it mean to be a licensed Doonya instructor?
Because there are no formal examinations, though you do have to pass a practical exam, our course provides licenses not certifications. Our 10 hour training qualifies you to teach a Level 1 Doonya course at any location in the country FOR ONE YEAR, subject to maintaining your $99.99/quarterly (every 3 months) subscription to our online instructor portal, mydoonya.com. You can price classes as you wish and everything you earn through your classes will be yours to keep.
What does my limited trademark license cover?
Licensed instructors can teach Doonya classes around the country but must follow the format laid out in training and in the official training manual. The license also allows for online monthly membership to the latest choreography videos, curriculum and music selections only for licensed Doonya instructors! The trademark license does not cover any certification requirements that a gym may have. We recommend that all instructors receive a fitness certification (e.g., ACE, AFAA) to supplement their Doonya training.
What can I find through the MYdoonya portal membership?
The mydoonya.com curriculum portal is your virtual Doonya community. Use it to stay up-to-date with all Doonya related information and news. For just $99.99/quarterly (every 3 months) the portal provides:
Music Library: sample playlists, your Featured Five (monthly required routines), student favorites
Video Library: choreography to the latest hits from instructors around the country, full video breakdowns of basic steps and your Featured Five
Message Board: teaching tips and instructor feedback forums
Instructor profiles: personal certification info and bio, personal development goals
Marketing materials: official Doonya logo and flyers, ideas on where to teach and run your business
Legal and Business info: what you need to know about legal guidelines, liability, and insurance
Can I attend part of the training or do I need to be there for the entire thing?
Trainees must attend all parts of the training in order to attain their license. Though it may seem long, you’ll be learning so much and having fun along the way!
Do I get credits (CECs) towards my fitness certifications by completing this training?
In upcoming months Doonya will offer CECs through Doonya. We are working on this, thanks for your patience!
What does the cost of the training include?
8 to 10 hours of detailed training
Free classes in NYC and DC for 1 month
Free membership to the MYdoonya online portal for 3 months
Mentorship and networking opportunities within the Doonya community
Sample playlists
Instructor manual
Marketing materials for Doonya and more
How long will take to make a return on this training investment?
Though this depends on where you teach and your agreement with the gym/studio, you can easily repay your annual fees in just a month of teaching! This is your chance to create a business in the amount of time you are willing to put in so your hard work will pay off.
How long is my license valid?
Your limited trademark license is valid for one year from the training date and only if you maintain active membership ($99.99/every 3 months) to the online Doonya community, mydoonya.com. At Doonya we believe what makes us great instructors is our ability to always be a student and constantly learn from one another and enrich our training. Therefore, Instructors must re-train in any Doonya Training program every year (a Level II training focusing on more specific styles and including more dance techniques and choreography tips or retake another Level 1 training for reinforcement and review!) before receiving a year extension on their license.
Do I need to research places to teach before I begin the training program?
We’ll give you suggestions on getting started and some marketing/promotional materials during and after your training. You won’t need to contact any studios beforehand. If you’re a member at a gym, you could find out if they’re interested in having you teach Doonya there, as well as their requirements for you to do so. You’re welcome to direct interested facilities to our website (www.doonya.com) and show them our promotional video.
What’s next?
Once training is completed, newly licensed instructors receive 3 months free of MYdoonya.com access to see how the portal works and to learn some of the routines. Everyone trained around the country will be on the network so it’s a great place to collaborate and learn. Once you feel that you are ready to teach, simply send in a video showing us some of your routines and teaching style and we’ll give you final feedback before you get started. Any money you make from teaching your classes is yours to keep – so the more you practice, the better you’ll be, the more students you’ll have, and the more you’ll earn!
Doonya does not require previous Bollywood dance experience. We teach you everything you need to know. We do, however, recommend that instructors have some general dance, fitness, or teaching background or understanding. This training is open to anyone who wants to learn something new and bring a fun, joyful and cultural experience to others.
What are the prerequisites for becoming an Instructor?
You must submit an audition video and be accepted for training prior to sign up. See the specs for Level 1 Training as outlined under the "Get Trained" tab.
What does it mean to be a licensed Doonya instructor?
Because there are no formal examinations, though you do have to pass a practical exam, our course provides licenses not certifications. Our 10 hour training qualifies you to teach a Level 1 Doonya course at any location in the country FOR ONE YEAR, subject to maintaining your $99.99/quarterly (every 3 months) subscription to our online instructor portal, mydoonya.com. You can price classes as you wish and everything you earn through your classes will be yours to keep.
What does my limited trademark license cover?
Licensed instructors can teach Doonya classes around the country but must follow the format laid out in training and in the official training manual. The license also allows for online monthly membership to the latest choreography videos, curriculum and music selections only for licensed Doonya instructors! The trademark license does not cover any certification requirements that a gym may have. We recommend that all instructors receive a fitness certification (e.g., ACE, AFAA) to supplement their Doonya training.
What can I find through the MYdoonya portal membership?
The mydoonya.com curriculum portal is your virtual Doonya community. Use it to stay up-to-date with all Doonya related information and news. For just $99.99/quarterly (every 3 months) the portal provides:
Music Library: sample playlists, your Featured Five (monthly required routines), student favorites
Video Library: choreography to the latest hits from instructors around the country, full video breakdowns of basic steps and your Featured Five
Message Board: teaching tips and instructor feedback forums
Instructor profiles: personal certification info and bio, personal development goals
Marketing materials: official Doonya logo and flyers, ideas on where to teach and run your business
Legal and Business info: what you need to know about legal guidelines, liability, and insurance
Can I attend part of the training or do I need to be there for the entire thing?
Trainees must attend all parts of the training in order to attain their license. Though it may seem long, you’ll be learning so much and having fun along the way!
Do I get credits (CECs) towards my fitness certifications by completing this training?
In upcoming months Doonya will offer CECs through Doonya. We are working on this, thanks for your patience!
What does the cost of the training include?
8 to 10 hours of detailed training
Free classes in NYC and DC for 1 month
Free membership to the MYdoonya online portal for 3 months
Mentorship and networking opportunities within the Doonya community
Sample playlists
Instructor manual
Marketing materials for Doonya and more
How long will take to make a return on this training investment?
Though this depends on where you teach and your agreement with the gym/studio, you can easily repay your annual fees in just a month of teaching! This is your chance to create a business in the amount of time you are willing to put in so your hard work will pay off.
How long is my license valid?
Your limited trademark license is valid for one year from the training date and only if you maintain active membership ($99.99/every 3 months) to the online Doonya community, mydoonya.com. At Doonya we believe what makes us great instructors is our ability to always be a student and constantly learn from one another and enrich our training. Therefore, Instructors must re-train in any Doonya Training program every year (a Level II training focusing on more specific styles and including more dance techniques and choreography tips or retake another Level 1 training for reinforcement and review!) before receiving a year extension on their license.
Do I need to research places to teach before I begin the training program?
We’ll give you suggestions on getting started and some marketing/promotional materials during and after your training. You won’t need to contact any studios beforehand. If you’re a member at a gym, you could find out if they’re interested in having you teach Doonya there, as well as their requirements for you to do so. You’re welcome to direct interested facilities to our website (www.doonya.com) and show them our promotional video.
What’s next?
Once training is completed, newly licensed instructors receive 3 months free of MYdoonya.com access to see how the portal works and to learn some of the routines. Everyone trained around the country will be on the network so it’s a great place to collaborate and learn. Once you feel that you are ready to teach, simply send in a video showing us some of your routines and teaching style and we’ll give you final feedback before you get started. Any money you make from teaching your classes is yours to keep – so the more you practice, the better you’ll be, the more students you’ll have, and the more you’ll earn!
