Frequently Asked Questions
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Walk Coaching is all about mastering the art of walking in heels with confidence, and it's not always as effortless as it may seem. Many people encounter challenges in exuding that natural poise while navigating turns and strides. Through Walk Coaching, you'll receive step-by-step guidance to refine your walking technique, ensuring that every move appears effortlessly natural. It's a skilful approach to enhance your confidence and grace in every step.
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Yes. Thelma offers online walk coaching for clients across Australia and internationally. Sessions are personalised to your goals and can cover walk technique, posture, turns, stage presence and overall presentation.
Online coaching is ideal if you can’t attend in person, allowing you to train with Thelma from wherever you are while still receiving individual feedback, corrections and guidance.
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Absolutely. Thelma already coaches women online from around the world, preparing for a wide range of national and international pageants and competitions, with great feedback and results.
Through online sessions, Thelma can assess your walk, posture, turns, stage presence and presentation in real time, providing personalised feedback and corrections. No matter where you are in the world, you can receive the same focused guidance to help you feel confident and prepared when you step onto the stage.
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The classes cater to two distinct groups. Firstly, there's the everyday individual seeking heightened confidence and a dash of allure in heels. Secondly, those with specific stage-oriented goals—be it a pageant contestant or a fitness model—can greatly benefit from the program. Additionally, Walk Coaching is particularly advantageous for catwalk models aiming to broaden their skill set, enabling them to achieve a more Victoria's Secret model aesthetic tailored to the requirements of the show they're participating in.
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Yes. If you’re preparing for a pageant or competition, bring the heels you’re planning to wear so Thelma can assess how you walk in them and help you get comfortable and confident before stepping on stage.
If you’re still deciding which heels are right for you, take a look at the blog “Heels That Make or Break Your Walk”, where Thelma explains the different styles of heels, how they can affect your walk, and what she recommends for the stage.
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Thelma, situated on the Gold Coast in Australia, offers personalised one-on-one classes upon request. Moreover, Workshop Classes are consistently rolling out, not just on the Gold Coast but also in other major cities. To express your interest, head over to the contact page, and make sure to mention your location. Don't forget to subscribe to our blog for the latest updates on classes in your vicinity.
Online Course's will be available in the near future.
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For Workshop sessions, the pricing typically starts at $75 per person, covering a 1.5-hour session.
If you're opting for the personalised touch of in-person one-on-one classes, the starting rate is $150 per hour (Minimum 2 hours).
Online one-on-one classes are $100 AUD per 1 hour. You can do this from anywhere in the world.
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Yes, our one-on-one classes are completely private. We respect each student's privacy and do not share any images or video content from private sessions.
However, students are welcome to share any content with Thelma if they choose.
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We invite you to read Thelma's Testimonial page, hear directly from the women she's coached.
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Absolutely. Thelma’s coaching goes beyond walk technique. She can help you develop your stage presence, posture, body language, confidence and overall presentation, as well as prepare for the pressures and expectations that come with competing.
Having experienced the Miss Universe stage herself and now coaching contestants at national and international level, Thelma understands that a great performance is about much more than how you walk — it’s about how you carry yourself, connect with the audience and own the stage.
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Absolutely. You don’t need to be competing in a pageant to work with Thelma. Her coaching is for any woman who wants to improve the way she walks, carries herself and presents with confidence.
Whether you’re preparing for a special event, stepping into a more visible role, working on your personal presence, or simply wanting to feel more confident in yourself, sessions can be tailored to your individual goals.
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Wear comfortable clothing or sportswear that allows you to move freely and lets Thelma clearly see your posture, movement and walk.
If you’re preparing for a pageant or competition, remember to bring the heels you plan to wear so you can practise in them during your session.
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There’s no set number of sessions, as everyone’s goals, experience and progress are different. Thelma will tailor your coaching to what you want to achieve and work with you at your own pace.
Some clients may only need a few sessions to refine specific areas, while others choose to continue training until they feel completely confident and ready. Ultimately, the goal is for you to reach a point where you feel your goals have been achieved and you’re ready to step forward with confidence.
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Not at all. Thelma works with women at every level, from complete beginners taking their first steps into pageantry through to experienced contestants preparing for national and international competitions.
Every session is tailored to your experience, goals and individual needs, so you can learn at your own pace while building the skills and confidence you need to progress.