Our Professional Courses

There are many ways people carry themselves, and one of the most important ways to make a first good impression is the way you walk and your posture. In our Poise & Deportment course, we teach the proper way to walk, sit and stand in which it would benefit both your self-esteem and spine posture.

1. SPEECH CLASS
2. POSTURE
​3. FITNESS HEALTH
​4. MAKEUP/ GROOMING & SKINCARE
5. STYLING
​6. DINING CLASS

1. The Runway Foundation (2 Hours per session 6 Weeks to complete)

Join our foremost Catwalk Guru and his/her team of professionals as we introduce you to the very fundamentals required to thrive in the modelling world. You will be coached to establish a strong foundation as a model in terms of runway skills, posing techniques, as well as be educated on industry knowledge and be given insider tips; whereby these modelling essentials will allow you to perform confidently on the runway, and comfortably in front of camera lenses.

2. The Runway Masterclass (2 Hours per session 8 Weeks to complete)

Having a strong and confident catwalk is one thing, but knowing how to adapt to different client requests, runway outfits, and/or product styles, as well as catering to a variety of audiences, is a whole different level of mastery altogether. Learn only from Malaysia’s renowned Catwalk Guru and his/her top-notch team, as they endeavour to groom and guide you to a promising career in professional runway modelling. In addition to educating yourself with the essentials of being a good model, master every runway walk and technique there are to learn, and be the definitive runway model that you can be!

3. The Runway Commercial Model (2 Hours per session 5 Weeks to complete)

We are very sure that you have flipped through magazines and television channels, and wondered why you are not featured as a talent in advertisements or commercials. Much to the delight of many, your thoughts are actually not that farfetched after all. Commercial modelling is an all-inclusive field where there is a place for all types and moulds of individuals, as casting agents and directors are always on the lookout for “everyday people”. On top of that, if you have what it takes, it can prove to be a lucrative side income that can be earned on a part-time basis. With proper guidance and training from Malaysia’s renowned Catwalk Guru and his/her highly professional team, find out how you can break into the business, how to get scouted and get a casting, how to be comfortable and confident in front of the camera, how to discover your commercial assets, as well as how to market yourself as a commercial model.

The Runway Model (Teenage)

(2 Hours per session 6 Week to complete)
No more child but not yet an adult? Confuse no more and make good use of the golden phase of life to shift to a better you. Just like adult models, teen models can appear in magazines, on TV or in fashion shows to promote clothing lines or brand-name products. Popular myths about models being plucked from obscurity in shopping malls or other public places, but many professional models follow a traditional career trajectory that includes taking modelling classes and signing with a modelling agency. If your teen has indicated an interest in a modelling career, classes will help him or her to acquire needed skills. Teens can benefit from modelling classes by gaining self-esteem and learning tools about presenting themselves in a positive way, paying attention to posture and eye contact. In this course, teens will learn how to audition, participate in fashion shows, prepare for photoshoots, promote their work and groom themselves. We will also connect teens with photographers to build a portfolio or offer advice on how to secure an agent and negotiate contact details.

The Runway Foundation (Kids)

(1.5 Hours per session 12 Weeks to complete)
Allow our foremost Catwalk Guru and his/her team of professionals to teach your kid the essential fundamentals, as we introduce them to the world of modelling. With classes conducted in both English and Malay, your kid will not only learn the importance of deportment in terms of having and practicing proper body posture, but they will also end up being professionally ready to take on a regular fashion show. Not only catering to budding junior models, this foundation course is also suitable for any kids learning to achieve an overall sense of self-improvement and enhancement, boosting them with an injection of self-confidence.

The Runway Superkids

(1.5 Hours per session 12 Weeks to complete)

As your kid begins their journey into becoming a future star, let them learn only from Malaysia’s renowned Catwalk Guru and his/her top-notch team, as we will strive to groom and guide your kid into an all-rounder superkid. Your kid will be educated on everything necessary for a career in professional kids modelling, allowing them to be suitable and versatile enough to take on the spotlight regardless of whether it’s on runways or in front of cameras. Additionally, they will be taught on how to build confidence and expressiveness when delivering their thoughts, which will be highly beneficial to leave a memorable impression during audition and casting sessions, so that they are ready to be the junior superstar that they can be.

The Runway Drama Kids Star

(1.5 Hours per session 5 Months to complete)

Let your kid be ready for a journey of self-discovery as Malaysia’s renowned Catwalk Guru, plus his/her team of professionals, introduces them to the mystique and craft of stage drama. They will be coached on various lessons on how to explore the possibilities of their bodies, and also expand the creativity churned from their minds, as a quest for them to harness their raw and inner feelings for stage projection. As acting provides a safe outlet for kids to express themselves and channel their emotions, allow them to discover and immerse in the wonders of the performing arts.

Make Me A Model

(2 Days Workshop)
Looking forward to attend year ends annual dinner and yet don’t know how to look good? Learn how to look stunningly gorgeous in your evening dress.

Come over and experience how you can easily transform yourself with the right coaching on colours, makeup, wardrobe and walk confidently. It feels great to be a woman.
Includes features like :

• how to choose colours that look best on you
• how to wear clothes to flatter your figure
• step-by-step evening makeup coaching to a beautiful you
• tips on how to carry yourself gracefully
• photography session (1 makeover photo softcopy)

101 Introduction to Modelling

(2 Days Workshop)
Entry Requirements: Enthusiasm and energy is absolute must! No previous modelling experience required.

Summary: You will learn basic essential skills that are required by the modelling industry with hands-on experience and feel. These essentials are critical for those who intend to take modelling as a part time or professional career. Subjects covered are:

Posing Skills
Makeup Essentials
Catwalk & Posing
Hair Styling & Care
Wardrobe Colour Coordination
Fitness & Exercise

Duration: 2 Days
Maximum students per class: 20
Certification: Certificate of Completion will be awarded.
Tools that you will receive:
1. 5 professional photo shots of yourself in full make up
2. Essential professional make-up tools
3. Medically certified Body Analysis Certificate

Intake: Our classes are designed with flexibility in mind so they are not scheduled on calendar intakes but in groups based on appointments made as most of our students are studying or working part-time. To enrol, please contact us at academy@todak.com or todakacademy.com and we will arrange to slot you into the earliest available classes.

Advanced Modelling Course

101 INTRODUCTION TO MODELLING

Summary: This course aims to provide the opportunity for the student to gain an extensive and holistic foundation in the many exciting aspects of the modelling industry. It helps the student to recognise the potential and market demand of the industry, the different variations and needs of a model, and modelling as a professional career. 

The course also gives emphasis on good ethics and principles on how to be a professional model. It will be delivered through a selection of master classes, including expert tuition and demonstrations from top professionals in their respective fields. Among the subjects covered are: 

– 10 weeks in the Art of Cat walking
– Modelling for TV and Film
– Photo Shoot Modelling
– Hair Care and Styling
– Makeup and Skin Care
– Diet, Nutrition and Health
– Communication Skills 
– Wardrobe Colour Coordination

At the end of this course, the graduate will be required to attend our Graduation Fashion Show where graduates will be exposed to professionals from the talent scouting, modelling, advertising, publication, and photography industry. 

To further enhance the visibility of our graduates, each graduate will have an online portfolio for professional photographers, event managers, talent agency and many others to view and provide opportunities for a professional or part time job.

Duration: 3 months
Maximum students per class: 12
Certification: Certificate of Completion will be awarded

Tools that you will receive:
I. 20 professional photo shots of yourself in full make up
II. Essential professional make-up tools
III. Medically certified Body Analysis Certificate
IV. 500 pcs of professional portfolio cards

Modelling Pro Female

Course Duration: 5 Weeks

Modelling PRO FEMALE is a fundamental modelling course that will equip you with essential skills on how to be a professional female model for you to embark on your path to becoming a professional model. This 5 week course will also help you to develop confidence in your image, posture & social progress. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to work as a professional model for general fashion shows and photoshoots.

Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION

• Course Overview
• Meet & greet
• Rules and regulation of the academy
• Introduction to modelling agencies/ casting houses

Chapter 2 MODEL ESSENTIALS

• What makes an individual qualified to be a professional model
• The image & discipline of model : hair, eyes, skin, makeup, body, wardrobe, diet, exercise
• Model preparation : shoes, basic inner wear, bag, makeup
• Posture of model in modelling
• Communication skills
• Exposure
• Casting calls: what to prepare, what to wear, what to do
• How to carry various type of gowns
• Career outlook
• Benefit of a modelling career

Chapter 3 PERSONAL GROOMING

• Day makeup/Night makeup
• Casting makeup
• Fashion show makeup
• Hair techniques and looks
• Different types of hairstyling techniques for different looks

Chapter 4 BASIC CATWALK

• The importance of good body posture
• Head, shoulder & hips posture
• Casual catwalk

Chapter 5 PRO CATWALK 

• Expression and posing
• How to be camera ready on the runway & at events
• Full turn/half turns
• Hands movement/Facial expression

BONUS PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Fashion and trend
• Body posture
• Colour combinations
• Style
• Hair talk 101: how to take care of your hair & scalp / hairstyling according to face shape
• Nutrition and diet: what to eat, model’s diet, calories
• Career sharing: what is next upon completion of this course, kick start in the industry
• Runway show: actual experience

Modelling Advanced Catwalk

Course Duration: 4 weeks

Modelling ADVANCED CATWALK is an ultimate catwalk modelling course that will transform you into a runway model. This 4 week course is specially designed for models who desire to improve or transform their catwalk skills to the highest level. Upon completion of this course, you will be strutting the runway in total confidence for all types of fashion shows.

Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION

• Overview of the course
• Introduction to different types of walk for different types of outfit

Chapter 2 BASIC ELEGANT CATWALK

• Developing the right attitude on the runway
• Adapting the appropriate mood
• Understanding music elements like beats and tempo to accommodate your catwalk style
• Catwalk techniques for can-can, A-line and chiffon gowns
• Catwalk techniques for mermaid, long trains and batik gowns

Chapter 3 ADVANCED ELEGANT CATWALK

• Details and essentials of handling a couture gown
• Respecting the creation of designers
• Understanding and developing runway attitude for an elegant catwalk
• Having the right facial expression, body language and hand movements

Chapter 4 DRAMATIC MODELLING

• Dramatic “edgy” catwalk modelling style, look & attitude

-hair shows

-makeup shows

-nail art shows

• Dramatic “soft” catwalk modelling style, look & attitude

-bridal show

-handling veils

-lingerie shows

-fashion shows with ornaments/essentials

Chapter 5 GROUP MODELLING

• Couples modelling on the runway
• 3-point group modelling styles and techniques
• Group modelling style & techniques for more than 3 people in a group

Chapter 6 PRODUCT MODELLING

• Basic of catwalk modelling with products
• Understanding on how to use facial expression and adapting to clients requirements
• Advanced product modelling for

-bag

-shoes

-apparel

-jewellery

BONUS : Runway show with actual experience.

Hairstyle & Hair Colour Course

Duration: 2 Days

Additional Information: Products are provided during classes

Assessment: Theory & Practical

Course Outline:

• Theory and techniques of hair condition and colouring
• Theory and techniques of after hair and colour treatment
• Use of Hairstyle Equipment
• Various techniques of hairdos 

Personal Grooming Make up & Hairstyle Course

Duration: 5 Days (4 hours/Lesson per day)

Assessment: Theory & Practical

Course Outline: 

• Theory on Self-grooming
• Analysis of Skin Tone
• Determining Suitable Makeup Tools and Products
• Colour Matching
• Communicating with customers
• Application of Foundation, Eyebrow, Eyeliner, Eye shadow blending and colour matching, Artificial Eyelashes
• Various makeup looks and style for different type of occasion
• Personal Hairdos

Personal Grooming Makeup Course

Duration: 2 Days (6 Hours/Lesson per day)

Additional Information: Products are provided during classes.

Assessment: Theory & Practical

Course Outline:

• Face Makeup Theory
• Eyebrow Shaping
• Eye Shadow Blending
• Face Shaping
• Application of Eyeliner, Mascara, Artificial Eyelashes and lipsticks
• Various Personal Makeup (Different looks and styles for different occasion)

Makeup Personal

Course fees RM599

Course duration 4 session

Make up PERSONAL is designed for the individual who wishes to express their own individuality. This short course teaches you basic makeup elements, including makeup product, and essential face art techniques to adequately apply the learned skills by yourself. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to apply various makeup style by yourself and look dashing for any occasion. Create your own look, define your individuality.

Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION

• Introduction of makeup, brushes & equipment
• Apply safe working practices

Chapter 2 APPLICATION

• Steps of application of foundation types:

-cream

-liquid

-powder

• Application of concealer
• Eyebrow shaping skills

Chapter 3 COLOR

• Design and application of makeup
• Application of eyeshadow

Chapter 4 USAGE

• Application of eyeliner
• Application of mascara
• Usage of false eyelashes
• Application of blusher
• Application of lip color
• Application of shading and highlighting
• Usage of double eyelid tape sticker

Hairdressing Course

Duration: 4 Days (6 Hours/Lesson per day)

Additional Information: Products are provided during classes. Students may gain free scissors, fake model hair, comb and hair clips.

Assessment: Theory & Practical

Course Outline:

• Introduction to hairdressing
• Understanding and applying tools and equipment for hairdressing
• Haircut techniques
• free hand hair cut
• Various haircut for male and female

Makeup Professional (Master Level)

Course Duration 58 Session + 31 Session (Hair Styling Advanced)

Makeup PROFESSIONAL MASTER LEVEL is an advanced course for the individual who desires to become a professional beauty creator (makeup artist). You will experience all the essential makeup elements, and also learn various advanced techniques and skills that will enable you to work professionally as a makeup artist. Upon completion, you will be able to create makeup for various occasions or events, including bridal and party occasion, commercial shoot, fashion/beauty shoot, video shoot, fashion shows and Tv shows.

Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION

• Introduction of makeup, brushes & equipment
• Client consultation
• Apply safe working practices
• Types of makeup
• Functions of different makeup
• Skill of application for different types of makeup

Chapter 2 APPLICATION

• Steps of application of foundation (Types: Cream, Liquid, Powder)
• Application of concealer
• Eyebrow shaping skills
• Face baking
• Face contouring/shaping

Chapter 3 COLOUR

• Design and application of make up
• Application of eye shadow: one tone, two tone, nude, smokey eyes, bold lips, creative, curve, double eyelid, glitter, shimmer

Chapter 4 USAGE

• Application of eyeliner
• Application of mascara
• Usage of false eyelashes
• Application of lip colour
• Application of blusher
• Application of shading and highlighting
• Usage of double eyelid tape sticker

Chapter 5 BRIDAL MAKEUP

• Natural Korea bridal make up
• Eye shape transformation (rounded)
• Eye shape transformation (longer)
• Continental makeup
• Korean style smokey eyes make up
• Techniques & skills for changing a bridal makeup

Chapter 6 BRIDAL HAIR/HIJAB STYLING

• Introduction of hairstyling, products & tools
• Choice of hairstyling techniques: hair sectioning, hair teasing, hair braiding, hair twist
• Basic hairstyle transforming technique using hair dryer, hair straightener, z-iron and curling tong
• Flower bun & veil application (for different types of veil)
• Hair bun & pony tail
• Hairstyling for men’s hair
• 5 bridal hairstyles/hijab

Chapter 7 ADVANCE MAKEUP

• Design and application of makeup for photography
• Photography make up for print media
• Photography make up broadcast media
• Fashion show makeup, stage makeup, bridal makeup, face painting, face mask makeup, Halloween makeup, avantgarde makeup
• Design, application and removal of specialized makeup
• Apply techniques to update makeup knowledge

Chapter 8 ADVANCE HAIRSTYLING

• Classic waves hair style
• Classic French hairstyle
• Various of elegant hairstyles
• Rapidly changing skill for bridal hairstyle
• Usage of hairpieces and wigs
• Hair accessories types/application
• Design and create avantgarde hairstyle and advanced bridal hairstyle

Makeup Professional Bridal

Course Duration 40 Session + 20 Session (Hairstyling bridal)

Make up PROFESSIONAL BRIDAL is a fundamental make up course that will equip you with essential skill, knowledge, and showing the path on becoming a professional makeup artist.

Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION

• Introduction of makeup, brushes & equipment
• Client consultation
• Apply safe working practices
• Types of makeup
• Functions of different makeup
• Skill of application for different types of makeup

Chapter 2 APPLICATION

• Steps of application of foundation (Types: Cream, Liquid, Powder)
• Application of concealer
• Eyebrow shaping skills
• Face baking
• Face contouring/shaping

Chapter 3 COLOUR

• Design and application of make up
• Application of eye shadow: one tone, two tone, nude, smokey eyes, bold lips, creative, curve, double eyelid, glitter, shimmer

Chapter 4 USAGE

• Application of eyeliner
• Application of mascara
• Usage of false eyelashes
• Application of lip colour
• Application of blusher
• Application of shading and highlighting
• Usage of double eyelid tape sticker

Chapter 5 BRIDAL MAKEUP

• Natural Korea bridal make up
• Eye shape transformation (rounded)
• Eye shape transformation (longer)
• Continental makeup
• Korean style smokey eyes make up
• Techniques & skills for changing a bridal makeup

Chapter 6 BRIDAL HAIR/HIJAB STYLING

• Introduction of hairstyling, products & tools
• Choice of hairstyling techniques: hair sectioning, hair teasing, hair braiding, hair twist
• Basic hairstyle transforming technique using hair dryer, hair straightener, z-iron and curling tong
• Flower bun & veil application (for different types of veil)
• Hair bun & pony tail
• Hairstyling for men’s hair
• 5 bridal hairstyles/hijab

Professional Manicure and Pedicure Course

Duration: 2 Days (6 Hours/Lesson per day)

Additional Information: Products are provided during classes.

Assessment: Theory & Practical

Course Outline:

• Basic theory
• Safety and Hygiene during process
• Contra indication
• Full set manicure procedure
• Full set pedicure procedure
• Hand and foot massage
• Understanding nail colouring
• Applying normal nail colouring and UV Gel colouring
• Hand and foot scrub and Hydrotherapy
• Hand and foot mask and wrapping
• Customer after care

UV Gel Nail Art Advanced Course

Duration: 3 Days (6 hours/Lesson)

Additional Information: Students will gain free nail products

Assessment: Theory & Practical, Preparation of portfolio and oral questions

Course Outline:

• Application of Soft Gel and Hard Gel
• UV Gel Free hand drawing
• UV Gel normal and 3D Art Design
• UV Gel Extension
• Various Nail Art Effects and Designs
• Various UV Gel Nail Art
• Removal of UV Gel

UV Gel Acrylic Extension & Acrylic Nail Art Course

Duration: 5 Days (6 hours/Lesson)

Additional Information: Students will gain FREE nail products

Assessment: Theory & Practical, preparation for portfolio, oral questions

Course Outline:

• Basic Theory 
• Clear Gel overlay
• Infill/ Removal
• Rebalancing/Refilling Gel & Acrylic
• 3D Acrylic Designs and Extension
• UV Gel and Acrylic Extension
• French Tips manicure
• Natural Tips pedicure
• Application of Soft Gel & Hard Gel
• Various Designs of Mixing Gel & Acrylic with Nail polishes
• Wedding nail art
• Various oriental, object and floral designs

Professional Nail Spa & UV Nail Art Course

Duration: 1-2 months (3 hours/lesson for 2/3 days per week)

Additional Information: Students will gain FREE nail products

Assessment : Theory & Practical

Course Outline:

1. Theory: 

• Hygiene
• Preparation of Nail Set
• Manicure and Pedicure Tools
• Nail brush
• Colour blending
• Massage products
• Hand and foot scrub products
• Hand and foot spa hydrotherapy

1. Practical:

• Manicure and Pedicure
• Techniques of Applying Nail Colour and UV Gel Colour
• Hands and foot scrub
• Hands and foot spa massage and hydrotherapy
• Techniques of Nail Drawing Free Hands
• Modern and UV Gel Nail Art
• Various Flower Drawing
• Bridal Nail Art Design

1. Techniques:

• 2D Nail Art Drawing
• Application of French Skill and French Nail Extension
• Various Nail Art Effects and Designs
• Fake Nail Extension
• Removal of Nail Colour and Extension

Korea 3D/5D/6D Eyelash Extension & Implant

Duration: 2 Days

Additional Information: Products and models are provided during classes

Assessment: Theory & Practical

Course Outline:

• Safety and Hygiene
• Determining Quality Products and Tools for Eyelash Extension and Implant
• Technique of Eyelash Extension and Implant
• Theory and Analysis on types of Eyes and Eyelashes used
• Removal Techniques
• Customer aftercare
• Teachings and Practice of Latest Techniques on 5D/6D Eyelashes
• Knowledge of Eyelashes

Threading Course

Duration: 3 Days

Additional Information: Products and models are provided during classes

Assessment: Theory & Practical

Course Outline:

• Basic theory
• Safety and hygiene
• New style
• Old style

Unreal Engine Essential Training

Unreal Engine is a complete suite of game development tools made by game developers for game developers. From 2D mobile games to console blockbusters, indie experiments, and virtual reality, Unreal Engine can power it all. This Unreal essential training course will cover the essentials of level design, lighting, effects, Visual Scripting, cinematics, and game packaging with Unreal.

Course Highlights

• Customizing the Unreal UI
• Creating a new project
• Creating landscapes
• Blocking out levels
• Assembling a scene
• Working with materials and lights
• Adding post-processing effects
• Defining bodies of water
• Adding atmospherics, foliage, and wind
• Working with the Blueprint editor
• Creating cinematics
• Monitoring performance
• Packaging a game for distribution

Week 1

Topic 1. Understanding the Unreal Interface

• Epic launch screen
• Introduction to user interface
• Menus
• Customizing the UI
• Navigation
• Documentation

Topic 2. Starting a New Project

• Creating a new project
• Placing and manipulating actors
• Advanced manipulating techniques

Topic 3. Level Design: Creating Base Landscape

• Landscape tool modes
• Creating base landscape
• Editing landscapes
• Applying landscape materials

Topic 4. Level Design: Blocking

• Overview of geometry brushes
• Geometry brush tour
• Blocking out the level
• Exporting blocking level

Topic 5. Level Assembly

• Content creation: external applications
• Exporting final assets of Unreal
• Importing final assets of Unreal
• Assembling the scene

Topic 6. Look Development: Materials

• Introduction to Materials
• Material properties
• Material Editor: Lattern
• Material instances

Topic 7. Look Development: Lighting

• Lighting basics
• Lighting with light actors: Headlights
• Environment lighting
• Building the lighthouse light

Week 2

Topic 8. Post Process Effects

• Anti-aliasing
• Tone mapping
• Adding a bloom effect
• Lighting components

Topic 9. Look Development: Water

• Defining the water body
• Advanced material: water

Topic 10. Look Development: Effects

• Creating atomspherics
• Creating ambient wind
• Creating ambient particles: fog
• Using particle systems
• Using particle ambients: exhaust
• Creating glow bugs

Topic 11. Blueprints: Visual Scripting in Unreal

• Introduction to Blueprints
• Blueprint editor
• Blueprint animation : Lighthouse light

Topic 12. Matinee: Creating Cinematics

• Introduction to Matinee
• The Matinee UI
• Uisng camera groups in Martinee
• Using Director Track
• Creating a cinematic

Topic 13. Performance Monitoring

• Playback and performance settings
• Tips for optimal performance
• Render visualizers
• GPU profiling

Topic 14. Packing Your Game

• Overview
• Play test your game
• Packaging for distribution

Certificate

All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Courses after achieved at least 75% attendance.

Course Information

• Session (days): 2 weeks
• Duration (hrs): 1hour 30 minutes perday
• Level: Beginner
• Age Group: 15 Years Old and Above
• Additional Note: Participants need to bring their own laptops with Unreal Engine installed for hands-on training.

Course Cancellation/Reschedule policy

We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule the course due to unforeseen circumstances.