Modeling Lessons
& Pageant Coaching
Personalized Coaching for All Ages
Confidence, Poise & Stage Presence
Our Modeling & Pageant Program is led by Yanina T. Paz, who brings over 30 years of modeling experience and more than 15 years of international pageant coaching. Students of all ages learn how to walk confidently, improve posture, develop stage presence, and elevate their personal presentation, whether preparing for pageants, photoshoots, public speaking, or simply wanting to carry themselves with more confidence.
Overview
Paz Music & Arts Academy’s Modeling & Pageant Program provides personalized instruction in runway and pageant modeling. You will learn poise, presence, wardrobe selection and on-stage confidence.
As a former international queen and several crowns obtained; Yanina teaches students how to stand, walk, pose, and present themselves with elegance and assurance, skills that apply not only to pageants, but to everyday life, interviews, photos and public speaking.
Students learn runway techniques, hand and arm placement, turning and posing, facial expression, posture and how to shine with natural confidence. For pageant participants, coaching includes dress selection, stage strategy, personal presentation and preparation to excel in their age category.
This program is open to girls, teens, young women and women of all ages. No prior experience required.
#1 Reason to Learn Modeling & Pageant skills at Paz Music & Arts
Yanina T. Paz brings decades of modeling experience and global pageant success to every student she teaches. Having competed internationally and coached titleholders from several countries, Yanina combines warmth, expertise and professionalism to help each student feel confident and prepared.
She works one-on-one to understand each student’s goals, personality and strengths; whether preparing for a pageant, building runway modeling skills, or simply learning how to present with confidence in everyday life. Her encouraging approach ensures students feel supported, empowered and ready to shine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What styles of modeling do you teach?
We teach runway modeling, stage walking, posing for photos, facial expression, posture, elegance and overall presentation skills. Students learn how to walk confidently, turn naturally, and exude poise and grace in motion. For pageant participants, we also cover walking patterns, stage turns and presentation techniques for all fashion shows and pageant competitions.
What will I learn in modeling lessons at Paz Music & Arts Academy?
Students learn proper posture, hand and arm placement, footwork, turning techniques, posing, facial expression, public speaking (oratory) and confidence-building skills. Lessons also focus on how to present yourself in everyday life, from walking into a room with confidence to posing for a photoshoot, interviews or public presentations.
Is this program only for pageants?
Not at all. While many students prepare for pageants, this program also benefits anyone wanting to improve self-confidence, posture, personal presentation, interview presence, photo-posing or public-speaking appearance. Teens and adults often join for professional or personal development.
What does pageant coaching include?
Pageant coaching includes runway preparation, stage presence, dress selection, walking patterns, posing, oratory, interview preparation (if needed), and personalized plans to help students shine on stage. Yanina has trained numerous national and international pageant winners across multiple countries.
Do I need experience to start?
No experience is required! Whether you’re brand-new or have previous modeling or pageant experience, Yanina adapts each session to your level, age category and goals..
What ages is this program for?
This program is open to girls, teens, young women and women of all ages, including beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Confidence and presentation skills are valuable for every age group. Let's shine together!!