SMALL GROUP CLASSES

In this small group class you will be introduced to beginner pole dance & tricks, as well as conditioning for moving up to the intermediate level. This class is for beginners and individuals who have never taken a pole class. Please be aware that if all 4 spots are booked you will be sharing a pole with one other student. Heels are optional for this class and can be rented by selecting the heel rental add-on during booking. More challenging pole tricks will be performed in bare feet for safety reasons. See our FAQ page for more info.

Recommended attire for intro to pole classes:

• sports bra
• short shorts – the shorter the better
• knee pads
• any additional layers you would like to wear and remove as needed (i.e. leggings, tees, etc.)
• heels (optional or available for rent)

In this small group class we will work on training flexibility, mobility, and strength through full-body conditioning exercises utilizing various equipment and apparatuses, including pole. We will begin with a classical ballet barre warm-up, followed by a combination of active, passive, and/or PNF stretching, and lastly, strength training exercises on the pole. This class is appropriate for all levels and modifications will be provided for all skill levels.

The instructor, Courtney, has 5 years of experience in adult ballet and 2 years of adult beginner pointe. She believes that people of all ages should be able to benefit from the foundations of ballet training, an activity that has been historically reserved for children and prima ballerinas. She discovered ballet as an adult and instantly recognized the positive impact it had on her mobility, posture, endurance, and flexibility. Training in ballet technique can have a huge impact on your form in your aerial practice as well. Getting those beautiful lines becomes easier the more you train good form into your body through muscle memory.

Recommended attire for pole fitness conditioning & strength training classes:

This class may be taken in socks or soft ballet shoes (no pointe shoes). Gym clothing is recommended.

Are you ready to take your pole training to the next level? This class is for students who are interested in exploring the tricks/fitness side of pole. This focus of these classes is mastering pole tricks, including inversions, various grips and mounts, leg hangs, splits, spins, trick combos, etc. There will be a heavy focus on strength training, conditioning, and proper technique. Modifications will be provided for all skill levels. Please be aware that if all 8 spots are booked you will be sharing a pole with one other student. See our FAQ page for more info.

Recommended attire for pole fitness & tricks classes:

• sports bra
• short shorts – the shorter the better
• knee pads
• any additional layers you would like to wear and remove as needed (i.e. leggings, tees, etc.)
• bare feet (no heels, for safety reasons)

Get your flow on in these choreography-based small group classes. Learn to connect with your body to unlock fluid movement and artistic expression — or just to create fresh content for your social media pages. The studio is a judgement-free zone where everyone is encouraged to follow their own journey. Please be aware that if all 4 spots are booked you will be sharing a pole with one other student. See our FAQ page for more info.

Recommended attire for pole dance classes:

• sports bra and short exercise shorts or lingerie
• knee pads (highly recommended)
• any additional layers you would like to wear and remove as needed (i.e. leggings, tees, etc.)
• bare feet, dance shoes, or heels

Pole mash-up classes combine a mixture of everything pole has to offer. These classes are catered to the students who show up, so each class will be unique. Modifications will be provided for all skill levels. See our FAQ page for more info.

Recommended attire for mash-up pole classes:

• sports bra and short exercise shorts or lingerie
• knee pads
• any additional layers you would like to wear and remove as needed (i.e. leggings, tees, etc.)
• bare feet, dance shoes, or heels

Improve your flexibility and strength with a yoga warm up, lyra hoop conditioning, and flow sequence. In this small group class, we will start with an active “power stretching” warm up, as well as an intro to Lyra. In the first half of the class, we’ll follow a sequence of movements and stretches to increase flexibility. In the second half of the class you’ll learn the basics of Lyra, which will focus on perfecting the fundamentals, while also building strength for more advanced flows in the future. This class is open to all skill levels. If you don’t feel comfortable doing a certain move, not a problem! Modifications will be provided for beginner aerialists as well as more advanced levels. 

Recommended attire for lyra class is leggings (or shorts and dance stockings underneath), long-sleeve top (optional and for more advanced skills). Loose fitting clothing is not recommended as it may get caught in the hoop. Please remove all jewelry before class. 

Open studio sessions are for self-practice and include access to all equipment and apparatuses (pole, lyra, sling). THIS IS NOT A CLASS. INSTRUCTION WILL NOT BE PROVIDED so you must not attempt tricks that you haven’t mastered prior to booking that could result in injury. This session is not private and you may be sharing the space with up to 3 people. Apparatuses available during this session are 2 permanent poles, 1 stage pole, and a lyra or sling (interchangeable). All studio equipment and fitness accessories will be available to you during this session. Click here for full list of equipment.

Open Pole & Aerial Gym is a perfect session for polers and aerialists that want to take their training to the next level. This session is held directly after the Beginner Pole Dance & Tricks and is a great time to practice and perfect what you have learned in class, as well as getting comfortable with freestyle dancing. One of the most essentials components of pole and aerial training is spending time on on the apparatus and connecting to your body, learning and modifying how it moves. The best way to achieve clean lines and improve technique is to watch yourself in the mirror (or film yourself) and make adjustments as needed. The more hours you spend on your apparatus, the more your confidence will grow.

Pop-up classes are offered on a limited basis for pole, lyra, sling, and various styles of dance. Dates and times will be shared on social media, along with the style and content of each class.

Recommended attire for these classes is dependent on the apparatus being used. This information will be provided in the class description on TeamUp.

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