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2014
Los Angeles
Stuntman / Stuntwoman Courses
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ActionStar Academy
"It All Begins Here"
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WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF YOU !
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Eight & Six Day Courses That Will Jumpstart
your Goal of a Stunt Career!
-Taught entirely by working Hollywood Stunt professionals-
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Stunt University is a stunt training experience like no other. Developed by working Hollywood stunt professionals, we consider our instructors, The Navy Seals of Stunt Training. Our physical as well as mental approach to aquiring the necessary skills of this unique profession has been proven to deliver exceptional results for those pursuing a stunt career. Simply put...
"We Build Smart Stuntmen & Stuntwomen"
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- PARTIAL COURSE OVERVIEW -
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The Evening of Your Arrival:
The meet and greet - IT ALL BEGINS HERE...
On this evening you will meet your Lead Hollywood Stunt instructors, receive your Stunt University credentials and study packets. In this relaxed casual atmosphere you will have the chance to get to know your instructors, ask questions and get familiar with the world of stunts that you are about to begin training to enter.
UPON ACCEPTANCE TO THE COURSE AND RECEIPT OF YOUR DEPOSIT, YOU WILL BE MAILED A DAY BY DAY CURRICULUM SCHEDULE, WHERE TO REPORT TO, AS WELL AS ALL OTHER NECESSARY INFORMATION IN YOUR STUNT UNIVERSITY COURSE ACCEPTANCE PACKAGE.
GET READY FOR AN ACTION PACKED EXPERIENCE !
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High Falls:
Using state of the art Airbags designed specifically for professional Hollywood stunt performers, you will learn a variety of high and low stunt fall tecniques as well as safety procedures that are used on all movie and TV sets.
Air Rams:
You will get coached on how to use the latest Air Ram equipment. Now it's your turn to Fly through the air just like the pro's do in the movies. Your stunt coach will teach you a variety of techniques and safety protocols and then you will perform what you've learned.
Decelerator:
Getting to understand how Decelerators work, how to set them up, use them safely and effectively. Hydraulic and Manual Decelerators will be used and demonstrated by some of Hollywood’s best riggers. You will learn how to give a convincing performance while being cabled and hanging from a wire. (Often used when the stunt performer is falling out of or off off a building)
Swordplay:
Meet one of Hollywood’s most respected Swordmasters and be taught useful tools to add to your Stunt Skill repertoire that you can master quickly, to use immediately to look like a real swordsmen.
Wirework:
Action movies are always using Wirework Technology. You will learn to perform flying sequences that are often used in movies with explosions and many more situations where Aerial Movement is required. You will experience ratchets and safe landing techniques as you are pulled through the air and more, on our professional stunt Rigs using stunt Harnesses and specialized stunt equipment.
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Stunt Fighting For Camera:
You'll learn the proper techniques to fight on camera so that it looks real. This is one of the most important aspects of stunt training. The stunt fight is a must for all action performers. It is used in every movie and TV show out there. Learn the secrets to camera angles and making your fight look like the real thing.
Stunt Uni Business Dynamics:
In addition to your physical training...
Developed specifically for new stunt performers by Stunt University, "Business Dynamics for Stunts", is a crucial component of the Stunt Uni Training. You will learn from real working stunt professionals, the business techniques and information that no stunt career can survive without . As a stunt performer you are your own business and you need to know how to do it properly. Packed with secret information that no one wants to tell you, you will be imersed in the business world of stunts. Some of the related topics covered are Getting Work, Unions, Contracts, Marketing, Action Actor Techniques, Teamwork, Networking, what to do, what not to do and where to go to... do it and do it right.
On this day, we will help you define your goals, create your very own game plan and give you the real guidelines and tools necessary to attack your stunt career goals. Ask your questions and get the real answers.
Stunt Fitness & Agility:
Are you fit enough to become a stuntman or stuntwoman ? We're going to find out. Don't let anyone kid you, Just like the military, Stunt work is physically demanding. This day begins at world famous GOLDS GYM, Venice Beach. This is the old stomping grounds for Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferigno to mention just a couple of bodybuildings greatest who have trained on this very spot. You will take the Stunt University Fitness and Agility Test, then be graded and given reccomendations on your continued stunt fitness training regimen, before setting out on the remainder of the days stunt training.
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Tumbling:
You will learn and practice Shoulder Rolls, Dive Rolls, and improve your Aerial awareness, Body Rotation and Spin, Impact Reduction techniques. These are the skills that when practiced regularly, can get you out of trouble and save you from an injury.
Trampoline and Mini Tramp:
Using fullsize Trampolines and gymnastics Mini Tramps, you will practice launching into an array of flips, spins and dive rolls, into foam pits and Large Crash Mats. These Aerial skills are very useful when flying, falling or being propelled into Props. (Air Rams are used in our Advanced Course)
Fire Burns:
An intro to the basics of fire burns and the procedures and equipment to perform them safely will be taught.
Action Scenes:
Your training will be video taped combining a variety of the different stunt skills you have learned, and an editied copy of different aspects of your training will be shipped to you upon complettion of the course.
Intro to Stunt Driving Basics:
Taught by stunt driving professionals. At our karting facility you will get behind the wheel and be introduced to a variety of stunt driving techniques that you will perform. Learn how to control the vehicle in different situations and learn how to attain the Mind Set of a professional stunt driver. You'll learn how to make split second decisions and think like professional stunt drivers do.
(Students are required to take this if they desire to go to the next level, and take our advanced stunt driving course).
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Upon Graduation What You Will Receive!
The Stunt University Graduate Certificate, signed and authorized by a Hollywood Stunt professional, an editied DVD of different aspects of your training. In addition you will automatically become enrolled as a Stunt University Alumni, which gives you access to our members only email support, which is manned by our Stunt Coach staff.
Membership in the Stunt Universiy Action Unit - Team Roster
How much does the course cost ?
The Stuntman Training Course, costs $2,900 (USD) for the 8 Day course -
6 Day course is $1,800. This covers all tuition, training facilities, Stunt equipment, course notes, Stunt Uni Course book, stationary and training video. As a beginning Stunt Performer you can earn anywhere from $500 to $1,500 per day to start.
For ActionStar Actor special group rates please phone us.
( Payment Plan Available - Email Us For Details )
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OUR LOCATION:
We are centrally located and close to all major movie studios such as Universal Studios, Paramount Studios, Sony Studios and Warner Bros. The Stunt University classroom is located in one of the worlds favorite vacation destinations. We are located in beautiful Marina Del Rey, CA. We are 10 minutes from the Los Angeles International airport, 5 minutes from world famous Venice Beach, 15 minutes from the Santa Monica Pier, restaurants and shopping, and 20 minutes from Hollywood.
We are close enough for you to enjoy any or all of these attractions after completing your stunt course.
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Hotel Accommodations:
Stunt University attracts trainees from all over the world. Whether its 5 star or budget accomodations you desire, there are a variety of hotels, motels and even hostels close to our classroom facility. We will provide you with a list of these hotels upon acceptance into the course. The cost of the Stunt University course is designed to put it within everyone's reach.
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...Stunt School at it's best!
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- SPACES FILL QUICKLY AND ARE ON A FIRST COME BASIS -
Please do not make a deposit unless we have contacted you by phone, and been approved for enrollment in a course.
Must Be At Least 18 Years Old To Take Any of Our Courses.
Deposit required to hold your spot in the course.
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Airfares, Hotels & meals are not included in your course tuition.
Stunt University is a professional stunt training course.
We are not an employment agency and make no warranties as such.
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