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Below is the most recent list of scheduled upcoming workshops:

   
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The Steadicam Zephyr / Scout / Pilot Workshops

All Zephyr/Scout/Pilot Workshops are instructed by Dan Ikeda unless otherwise noted. Tuition is $600.00 USD pre-paid to secure your spot. To enroll in a particular Steadicam Workshop, click on the link at the top of the page that reads, "Reserve A Workshop". Start time is 8:30am each day. On Day 1 we wrap at 5:00 p.m.. On Day 2, we wrap by 6:00 p.m. Each workshop class is limited to 9 students. The Tiffen Company provides all Steadicam systems and materials.

Housing and dinner is not provided for this 2 Day Workshop. Breakfast and lunch are provided during the class both days. Attendees receive a Certificate of Completion and Steadicam t-shirt.

When registering for this or any workshop, consider the following. The two full days of instruction hinge on full participation by all attendees. Make every effort to insure that travel plans permit attendance through 6:30 PM on the second day.

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June 4-5, 2013 Los Angeles, CA 2 Day Zephyr / Pilot / Scout Steadicam Workshop

SOLD OUT WAIT LIST ONLY

Hosted by EVS, 1819 Victory Blvd, Glendale, Ca, 91201
Tuition is $600 USD pre-paid at the time of registration. This group is limited to 9 students.

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June 5-7, 2013 Wellington, New Zealand 3 DAY Silver Workshop

SOLD OUT WAIT LIST ONLY

The Steadicam factory-certified 3 DAY SILVER WORKSHOP - $1500 USD

A great opportunity to work with the latest high capacity Steadicam systems (Zephyr, Archer 2, Shadow and Ultra 2) with instruction from Tiffen staff or approved international instructors following a syllabus approved by Steadicam inventor Garrett Brown. The Silver Workshop is designed for students with existing camera experience looking to expand their career options by adding stabilisation operation to their armoury, as well as working Steadicam operators seeking to advance or add to their Steadicam skill set. Numbers are limited to 12 students. The New Zealand Workshop will be held at Avalon Studios, Wellington, under the lead instruction of Rebecca Wilson-Jennings supported by accredited international Steadicam instructors, 'guest' Steadicam operators, and local distributor, A2Z Technologies. For more details visit www.flysteadicam.com.

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June 24-25, 2013 Miami, FL 2 Day Zephyr / Pilot / Scout Steadicam Workshop

Hosted by Rhino Studios, 4000 NW 36 Avenue, Suite 101, Miami, FL 33142
Tuition is $600 USD pre-paid at the time of registration. This group is limited to 9 students.

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June 25-27, 2013 Singapore 3 DAY Silver Workshop

SOLD OUT WAIT LIST ONLY

The Steadicam factory-certified 3 DAY SILVER WORKSHOP - $1500 USD

A great opportunity to work with the latest high capacity Steadicam systems (Zephyr, Archer 2, Shadow and Ultra 2) with instruction from Tiffen staff or approved international instructors following a syllabus approved by Steadicam inventor Garrett Brown. The Silver Workshop is designed for students with existing camera experience looking to expand their career options by adding stabilisation operation to their armoury, as well as working Steadicam operators seeking to advance or add to their Steadicam skill set. Numbers are limited to 12 students. For more details visit www.flysteadicam.com.

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Jul 7 - 13, 2013. Maine Media Steadicam Workshops

Discover what makes the Steadicam camera stabilization system unique in this comprehensive workshop. Call us toll free at 877.577.7700, ext. 304 or 303.

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July 23 & 24, 2013 Fort Worth, TX 2 Day Zephyr / Pilot / Scout Steadicam
Workshop


Hosted by Texas Christian University (TCU), Dept of Film TV & Digital Media, Moudy Bldg South , 2805 South University Drive, Fort Worth, TX76109
Tuition is $ 600.00 U.S.D. prepaid at time of registration. This group is limited to 9 students.

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July 30 & 31, 2013 Toronto, Canada 2 Day Zephyr / Pilot / Scout Steadicam
Workshop


Hosted by Vistek, 496 Queen Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A-4G8.
Tuition is $ 600.00 U.S.D. prepaid at time of registration. This group is limited to 9 students.

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July 31 - Aug 2, 2013 Sydney Australia 3 DAY Silver Workshop

The Steadicam factory-certified 3 DAY SILVER WORKSHOP - $1500 USD

A great opportunity to work with the latest high capacity Steadicam systems (Zephyr, Archer 2, Shadow and Ultra 2) with instruction from Tiffen staff or approved international instructors following a syllabus approved by Steadicam inventor Garrett Brown. The Silver Workshop is designed for students with existing camera experience looking to expand their career options by adding stabilisation operation to their armoury, as well as working Steadicam operators seeking to advance or add to their Steadicam skill set. Numbers are limited to 12 students. For more details visit www.flysteadicam.com.

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Aug 24 & 30, 2013 Inaugural Steadicam Intensive "Big Rig" Workshop in Sao Paulo, Brazil

Don't Miss this Hands-On 6-Day Intensive Steadicam Workshop. This is our very first "Big Rig" Workshop in Brazil. More importantly, our very first in South America!!! with lead instructor Jerry Holway and participation by Garrett Brown, Steadicam inventor.

If you're a new or prospective Steadicam operator, there's no better way to get up and running than by attending one of our Steadicam Workshops. Even experienced Steadicam operators register to learn the latest innovations and techniques.

Tiffen has already hosted numerous Steadicam workshops around the world to educate the future Steadicam operators of the world. These workshops are both useful for the potential Steadicam purchaser and the Steadicam operator just starting out. With the rising popularity of Steadicam Camera Stabilizing Systems, especially in the Video industry, these Steadicam workshops prove to be an invaluable hands-on experience.

Learn all the basic Steadicam techniques and become familiar with related accessories. In addition, you will learn how to market yourself as a "specialist".

Syllabus:

  • Flying the Rig
  • Details of sled, arm and vest
  • Vehicle Mount Use of ultra long post feature for super low mode and super high mode
  • Balance of the Steadicam. Dynamic and Static Balance
  • Running work on stairs and uneven surfaces
  • Operating from both sides. ( Left and Right side Steadicam )
  • Compositional skills and techniques
  • Integration of accessories: Follow Focus, on-board recording, HD/SD
  • Evening discussions of shots, screening clips and deconstructing shot design
  • Operator's Night
  • And much, much more!

Tuition for this workshop is $ 3,500.00 USD pre-paid. Note: When Registering, a $ 500.00 USD deposit will be paid to guarantee your spot. The balance due of $ 3,000.00 USD must be paid in full no later than July 23, 2013.

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Sept 11 & 12, 2013 Vancouver, B.C. Canada 2 DAY Zephyr / Scout / Pilot Steadicam Workshop

Hosted by CinequipWhite Vancouver. 8363 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, BC V5A 1X3, Canada.
Tuition is $ 600.00 U.S.D. prepaid at time of registration. This group is limited to 9 students.

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Sept 24 & 25, 2013 Chicago, Illinois 2 Day Zephyr / Scout / Pilot Steadicam
Workshop


Hosted by AbelCine, 17W662 Butterfield Road, Suite 302, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Tuition is $ 600.00 USD pre-paid at the time of registration. This group is limited to 9 students.

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Sep 29 - Oct 5, 2013. Maine Media Steadicam Workshops

Discover what makes the Steadicam camera stabilization system unique in this comprehensive workshop. Call us toll free at 877.577.7700, ext. 304 or 303.

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November 10-16, 2013. The Eastern Classic Steadicam Workshop

This 6-day Steadicam Workshop is being held in beautiful Historic Banning Mills south of Atlanta, Georgia. Nestled in the woods around an immense gorge and rolling waters of a river, this locale offers a rich combination of outdoor terrain and first0class accommodations. This intensive immersion workshop features all of the latest Steadicam systems. Lead Instructor Jerry Holway and 3-4 other highly experienced Steadicam Operator/ Instructors bring the 8am-10pm experience to 20 students. Tuition is $ 3,500.00 and includes housing, meals and instruction.

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If you have questions or concerns regarding these workshops, please contact Dan Ikeda at: for other contact info click here.