Safety in fire arts 101 Course

Safety first

This course covers the theoretical and practical aspects of fire arts safety and is based on the GardeFeu protocol.

This course is recognized by insurers requiring proof of fire artist competency.

This course is a prerequisite for:

  • Participate in GardeFeu’s fire jam and other fire activities.
  • Obtain the Fire Artist Certification (only for professional performers who perform and need proof of successful completion of the course for their insurance carrier).

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Passing grade required

Where and when can I get the course?

The first question to ask yourself is “Are you available to do the course during GardeFeu activities according to the calendar course schedule?”

If the answer is no, then you’ll have to go through a private instructor.
If you are available, then you can choose either to take the course with a private instructor or to take it during GardeFeu activities.

The same course is taught on both paths, with the same teaching materials and the same exam.

The 101 Fire Arts Safety Course is recognized by many insurers as an effective method of reducing fire arts risk. This course is offered to everyone, including artists with a problematic history in the fire arts, to give them the opportunity to learn safe practices. This 3-hour theoretical and 1-hour practical course is given in person. It includes a 15-question exam, with a passing grade of 80%.

Via GardeFeu

We offer the course on our regular evenings. Please consult the calendar for dates and locations of upcoming courses. Classes are posted on GardeFeu Facebook events. These events are created about a week in advance, and are where we post start times and cancellations in case of inclement weather.

 

Via an authorized private instructor

Private instructors cover a vast territory, including Toronto, Montreal, Trois-Rivières and Quebec City. These instructors have more flexible schedules, better suited to industry professionals. Rates are at the instructor’s discretion, and you should contact them directly. Please note that you will need to open a GardeFeu file before your course; your instructor will be able to assist you with this.

ProvinceCity/VIlleName/NomEmail
Nova Scotia
Windsor JunctionTaylor Thaintaylor@luminositycircus.ca
OntarioTorontoDavid Itoito_david1@hotmail.com
OntarioTorontoScarlet Blackfieryscarletblack@gmail.com
QuébecMontréal
Pascal Duguay Gosselinpascal3190@gmail.com
QuébecMontréal
Samuel Létourneauletourneausamuel@hotmail.com
QuébecQuébecCoralie Cyr St-Pierre​​​​​​​​​​​​corail.volcanik@gmail.com
QuébecTrois-RivièresDerek Gosselininfo@lmfprops.com
QuébecTrois-RivièresMarie-Line D'étéinfo@lmfprops.com

Pricing

  • Course with GardeFeuRegular rate

  • $75 For artists doing the class during regular GardeFeu's activities

  • Open GardeFeu file
  • Theoretical course 3 hours
  • Practical course
  • Exam
  • Available according to the GardeFeu event calendar. Not available for private instructor courses.
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  • STUDENT AND SOCIAL

  • Course with GardeFeuStudent and social rates

  • $0 For artists in precarious financial situations

  • Open GardeFeu file
  • Theoretical course 3 hours
  • Practical course
  • Exam
  • Available according to the GardeFeu event calendar. Not available for private instructor courses. Must be taken with training membership.
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  • Course with a private instructorPrice varies depending on the instructor

  • $75 to 500 For artists who cannot attend GardeFeu's activities

  • Open GardeFeu file
  • Theoretical course 3 hours
  • Practical course
  • Exam
  • Availability and price vary for each private instructor Pay directly to the private instructor. You also need to open a GardeFeu file
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  • Open GardeFeu fileLicense fee for a course with a private instructor

  • $50 For artists who cannot attend GardeFeu's activities

  • Open GardeFeu file
  • Theoretical course 3 hours
  • Practical course
  • Exam
  • Only for class with a private instructor
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Note: For the student and social discount, you must meet at least one of the following two criteria:
– Be a full-time student enrolled in an educational institution or circus school
– Live in very disadvantaged socioeconomic conditions; this is determined on a case-by-case basis

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