Cabaret & Burlesque Classes in Spokane, WA
Bloom House offers transformational dance and burlesque education for all levels.
We strive to create a safe and playful space for all bodies to explore
self expression, sensuality and the beauty of embodied dance.
Classes offered at THE LOTUS
3026 E 5th Ave. STE B Spokane, WA
October Session starts 10/12/2025 @ The Lotus
December REGISTRATION OPENS November 15th
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CONTACT to REGISTER or WAITLIST:
Please provide full name, email, phone and which class day you prefer / are available for.
Pre-Registration/Early Bird opens a month prior to the start of classes.
THE SIGN-UP LINK WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU. Payments guarantee your spot.
Contact through website's contact form to sign up or waitlist
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embody BURLESQUE
Classes focus heavily on the mind-body connection (somatics), building a strong dance foundation (technique), improvisation and partial choreography. Warm ups focus on breath, strength and conditioning. Drills vary from meditative flow drills, shimmy drills, technique drills and embodiment practice.
What Are Classes Like?
Bloom House Burlesque classes focus primarily on somatics, strong dance technique, poise, play, embodiment work, improv work and short choreographies. Strip tease is partially included. We always encourage packing gloves, stockings and a robe in your dance bag!
Class warm ups and choreography are inspired by ballet, bellydance, theater jazz, heels dance and more. We cover all different styles of cabaret and rotate the focus each session. Stretching and conditioning always included.
We do not have a dress code! You can wear as little or as much as you want, as long as you are comfortable and can move freely. We definitely encourage sassy things that make you feel grounded and sexy. We're all about letting your inner diva out to play. Your outfit affects your confidence so don’t be shy! Heels are optional. Dance heels only. No street heels! Bare feet, tights or socks work too!
The average class size is anywhere from 10-18 people. Mostly all female clients with an age range of mid twenties to fifties.
BHB Philosophy
COMMUNITY OVER COMPETITION.
PLAY OVER PRESSURE.
AUTHENTICITY OVER EGO.
Our offerings and classes emphasize the whole person, working from the inside out as well as the outside in; Learning dance and burlesque as a lifestyle; Moving this medicine beyond the classroom.
Burlesque is an individualized art form so while it's fun, sexy and supports fitness, it also encourages your unique voice, or "essence" to come through. While the sessions may have some traditional dance class feels, it's simultaneously nothing like a traditional dance class. We are all about community over competition. Play over pressure. Authenticity over ego.
Bloom House supports dance education, personal and artistic development and performance opportunity. Preserving the legacy of this art form while maintaining a standard of quality is something we value. Students interested in artistic growth and performance should consider long term classes and mentorship.
These classes are far from a one-dimensional experience. Many of our students experience life changing breakthroughs in their confidence, sensuality and even their jobs and roles in life (we've had lots of clients go through big life changes)!
This is part of the magic of dance, burlesque, community and prioritizing YOU. We not only aim to elevate the art form, we aim to elevate you! By helping you connect into your body, your pleasure and your power, we create new pathways for self discovery, self love, empowerment, friendships and personal growth. There is magic in taking up space and feeling safe in your body. Magic in being witnessed. Magic in sensuality. We break the cycles and awaken to the energy that says I AM HERE. I am ME. I am MAGNIFICENT. Embodied burlesque cannot be contained in a classroom. It's something we carry with us always.
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All Level Classes
Beginner friendly or adaptable to those with experience. Offered Monday and Tuesday nights at The Lotus
Phase 3 Culmination; Developing Burlesque Acts
Phase 3 classes TBA for serious minded dancers moving into act development and performance. By application/pre-approval only.
Mentorship
1:1 Mentorships are for serious minded students and performing artists looking to deepen and refine their craft. By application only.
Testimonials
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"Bloom House Academy is such a gift. This class, this community is joy. Big, scary, empowering joy."
-Anne, WA
""Thank you so much for being such a wonderful teacher! I've always wanted to take a dance class (but without the criticism of like... ballet). Your method of teaching is grounding and uplifting. I don't know how you do it, but you've really created something magical and so so so powerful! Your classes are such a catalyst.""
-Savanna, WA
"Thank you for creating such a great safe space to embrace self love, introspection and femininity."
-Tammy, WA
"Thank you for your wisdom and your coaching. You really are someone to look up to. I really take to heart your lessons on self talk and attraction. You've helped spark great transformation in my life, especially in how I exist in my body and mind. Since I've been coming to your classes, I love my body more reach time."
-Shelley, WA
"Regardless of how I walk into Burlesque class, I always walk out feeling more fabulous, sensual, playful and powerful. "
-Kat, WA
"Always feel 100x more grounded in my body after burlesque. "
-Tera, WA
"I am proud of myself for sharing about burlesque classes and being matter of fact about it with no shame or embarrassment. I am just fckin proud of myself!! Thank you for reminding us to be who we are, love who we are and be proud of who we are."
-Bloom House Babe
"Can't tell you in the short time I've been coming to class the healing power you've given me. Thank you Miss Nickie! You embody a feminine spirit unlike any other."
-Samantha, WA
"THE place for cabaret and burlesque training! Nicole is a qualified and experienced teacher who will lovingly guide students to their goals. Along the way you'll find your confidence and sensuality. "
-Michelle, WA
"Dance class doesn't even begin to qualify the experience of working with Nickie. I'm a trained actor and dancer but receiving instruction from her was a game changer for my confidence. Burlesque class became my self-care routine. If you've ever craved an environment of body-positivity, you need to try out these classes."
-David, WA
"Bloom House Academy is such a gift. This class, this community is joy. Big, scary, empowering joy."
-Anne, WA
""Thank you so much for being such a wonderful teacher! I've always wanted to take a dance class (but without the criticism of like... ballet). Your method of teaching is grounding and uplifting. I don't know how you do it, but you've really created something magical and so so so powerful! Your classes are such a catalyst.""
-Savanna, WA
"Thank you for creating such a great safe space to embrace self love, introspection and femininity."
-Tammy, WA
"Thank you for your wisdom and your coaching. You really are someone to look up to. I really take to heart your lessons on self talk and attraction. You've helped spark great transformation in my life, especially in how I exist in my body and mind. Since I've been coming to your classes, I love my body more reach time."
-Shelley, WA
"Regardless of how I walk into Burlesque class, I always walk out feeling more fabulous, sensual, playful and powerful. "
-Kat, WA
"Always feel 100x more grounded in my body after burlesque. "
-Tera, WA
"I am proud of myself for sharing about burlesque classes and being matter of fact about it with no shame or embarrassment. I am just fckin proud of myself!! Thank you for reminding us to be who we are, love who we are and be proud of who we are."
-Bloom House Babe
"Can't tell you in the short time I've been coming to class the healing power you've given me. Thank you Miss Nickie! You embody a feminine spirit unlike any other."
-Samantha, WA
"THE place for cabaret and burlesque training! Nicole is a qualified and experienced teacher who will lovingly guide students to their goals. Along the way you'll find your confidence and sensuality. "
-Michelle, WA
"Dance class doesn't even begin to qualify the experience of working with Nickie. I'm a trained actor and dancer but receiving instruction from her was a game changer for my confidence. Burlesque class became my self-care routine. If you've ever craved an environment of body-positivity, you need to try out these classes."
-David, WA
"Bloom House Academy is such a gift. This class, this community is joy. Big, scary, empowering joy."
-Anne, WA
""Thank you so much for being such a wonderful teacher! I've always wanted to take a dance class (but without the criticism of like... ballet). Your method of teaching is grounding and uplifting. I don't know how you do it, but you've really created something magical and so so so powerful! Your classes are such a catalyst.""
-Savanna, WA
"Thank you for creating such a great safe space to embrace self love, introspection and femininity."
-Tammy, WA
"Thank you for your wisdom and your coaching. You really are someone to look up to. I really take to heart your lessons on self talk and attraction. You've helped spark great transformation in my life, especially in how I exist in my body and mind. Since I've been coming to your classes, I love my body more reach time."
-Shelley, WA
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"Since I've been coming to classes, I love my body more each time."
PERFORMANCE
Miss Nickie B
[stage name] Miss Nickie B has 20+ years of dance experience and almost as much in teaching. She is the creator/owner of Bloom House Burlesque and cabaret company Rouge la Rue. She loves sharing the art of cabaret through embodied movement and dance education. She is known for her alluring, enigmatic stage presence and being able to dive between dynamic, classical sensuality and balls to the wall comedy. She offers a deeply somatic approach to teaching while ensuring all the essentials of dance fundamentals are covered. She is a huge advocate for performing artists, always striving to elevate the value of burlesque and its professionals.
The Professional Company
Rouge la Rue was founded in 2014 by Miss Nickie B and specializes in cancan, burlesque and cabaret performance. Their uniquely riveting shows feature some of the areas best talent including multi-award winning bellydancer Nefabit, opera singer Madeline McNeill and the singing-dancing-contortionist Ashley Lopez.
Frequently asked questions
What do I wear to class?
We don't have a dress code. We encourage you to wear as little or as much as you want, as long as your comfortable and can move freely! Lingerie, leggings, tights, high-rise panties, leotards are all common.
How do I sign up for classes?
To better manage the high-demand, we manage registration through direct contact:
Please EMAIL themissnickieb@gmail.com with your
1. FULL NAME
2. EMAIL
3. CLASS DAY YOU PREFER
4. PHONE #
Where do I buy dance heels?
Your dance shoes should be exactly the size of your foot (snug), soft soled and either a character heel, latin dance heel or dance boot. You can try Dance + Sway, Capezio or Bloch, JJ's House or Discount Dance. The best heels on the market (and my boots that everyone asks about!) are made by La Duca. If your not sure of your size you may want to test some brands out at our local dance shop Empire Dance. Always check the manufacturer's size chart - you often need to size down a half to full size. *Dance heels cannot be worn as street shoes. SHOES ARE NOT REQUIRED and not recommended if you are brand new.
How much are burlesque classes?
6 week all level burlesque sessions are $125
How much are private sessions?
Private coaching starts at $150 an hour and is designed for serious minded students. Prices differ for on-going mentorship
Do you do private parties/classes/bachelorette?
Private parties and classes begin at $300/hr and are usually taught at the studio. Travel expenses may apply if off site is preferred. You may book private sessions at the studio with a group of at least 5 for up to 6 weeks. I no longer offer one-off private lessons but I do offer 1:1 mentorship for serious minded dancers/artists. I will never accept all male party requests or gigs.
I'm a beginner, will I be okay in these classes?
Yes! Monday + Tuesdays classes are ALL LEVEL meaning beginners are welcome! The class material is adaptable to those with experience as well.
Do I have to be on video?
Definitely not! You are welcome to step out of the choreo or step off camera when we are filming in class. While we do have a sign-off for this in our waiver, always communicate any concerns with being filmed to the teacher.
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