Pole Dance

Learn more about the different styles, levels and options that pole dance has to offer. Whether you’re new to pole or you’ve been dancing for years, our on demand studio is a great place for supplemental training!

 New to Pole

If you’re brand new to pole, you’re in the right spot! Pole dance is a multi-faceted world combining dance, tricks and flow movements. Starting with intro & beginner tutorials will give you the foundations required for progressions.

How to Begin

Understanding basics is key. Our free virtual Intro Studio will review a basic understanding of grips, poles and walks. After the Intro Studio, we will want consistent access to a pole to start with the Beginner Studio.

What to Wear

As with most studios, we do not have a requirement for what to wear but it can be helpful to wear layers and/or have options: shorts with the option of pants, sleeveless shirt with an option that covers shoulders, socks and sometimes kneepads.

Things to Remember

All studios are different! Every studio has a different standard, different levels, different styles and different focuses. Just because you may not love one studio does not mean you don’t love pole.

Your physical human body will not necessarily love all pole moves. Some movements will be easier than others and you may prefer some movements over others.

If you are concerned about any ailments or issues, speak with the instructor prior to class. Any and all movements can be tailored to your needs if you communicate with your instructor.

Intro to Pole

No experience necessary! When you first begin pole, you’ll want to start with an intro course to learn a bit more about both the pole itself and some standard terminology.

Beginner Pole

Beginner level pole does not require any dance or fitness experience! We will break down different walks around the pole and review a variety of grips, dips, and spins that allow you to start slow and low. Lifting your body is always an option but typically comes later in your pole journey.

Basework & Low Flow

Not all pole artists perform aerial tricks. Basework and low flow pole is when your body does not necessarily leave the ground and we focus on movement at the bottom portion of the pole. Basework and low flow movements include rolling, pivoting and, as we advance, shoulder stands.

Intermediate Pole

Once you have a basic understanding of pole dance, we start to bring it up the pole. Intermediate levels begin with climbing and upright tricks. As students progress through this level, we begin inverting and flipping our tricks upside down! You should expect to spend most of your pole journey at this level.

Advanced Pole

Once you reach the advanced levels of pole, the opportunities are endless! At this stage in your journey, you will be working on high level flips, drops and tumbles galore.

Heels

Adding platform heels to your dance is a whole new experience! Heels are often regarded as a separate apparatus because training with heels is similar to ballet pointe or stilt walking. Heels classes begin with a review walking and pivoting to understand how our body moves with heels.

What are Pole Heels?

Pole dance heels differ from standard dance heels in a variety of ways but standard dance heels and street heels can be used for pole. Pole dance heels typically have a much higher platform making them similar to ballet pointe shoes.

Heel Platform Sizing

Platforms come in a variety of sizes but most standardly used are 6 inch, 7 inch or 8 inch.

Pole Heels for Beginners

Pole dancing does not require heels but they do add a fun element. Heels classes work on conditioning similar to ballet to strengthen the calf, ankle and hip muscles.

  • “Jolene has a deep understanding of movement and musculature which she uses in conditioning, cues, and different approaches to moves and shapes. By attending her classes consistently, I have gained strength and body awareness, as well as confidence in my pole journey! Jolene knows when to troubleshoot and when to push me out of my comfort zone. I would recommend her as a challenging yet safety conscious instructor. “

    Rachel

  • “I have been taking classes with Jolene for years both in studio and virtually (thanks to Covid). I have also been in Jolene’s classes at varying levels from intro to pole through to level 3 pole. Her classes and combos are always challenging and she is happy to modify to make it easier or add more difficult transitions depending on the needs of her students.

    Jolene clearly has extensive experience and knowledge about pole and performing. In my experience, she has always been willing to help me achieve a goal whether it is to learn a new move or assist in choreographing a performance piece. I would recommend Jolene as an instructor to anyone at any level.“

    Kim

  • "Meena brings a fun and dynamic experience to aerial training. She is an incredibly versatile instructor who incorporates her varied background in performing arts and athletics to cater to any type of learner."

    Daniel

  • “Jolene is an incredibly talented and knowledgeable pole instructor that I have been learning from for 2 years. Not only can she show you new tricks to try, but she can also explain the muscle engagement and placement necessary to safely perform these moves. She is encouraging, and always reminds classes that each body moves/works differently. Jolene physically steps in when asked/needed, but allows for you to explore tricks out on your own and answer any questions along the way. She creates an environment in class that is welcoming to EVERYONE, no matter their background, and celebrates her students often.”

    Taylor

  • “Jolene manages to teach captivating twisty moves through the screen just as well as in person! This was a very fun class, I was so into the movements I didn’t notice how tired and sore I was till the very end of the class! Looking forward to the next class I can make!”

    Laura

  • “Jolene is an amazing instruction. She breaks down each trick/combo into smaller steps so students build a basic foundation and understanding of the movement. She understands bodies work differently and provides alternative moves and transitions. Her teaching method allows each student to progress at their own pace and comfort level, while still feeling they are making progress and accomplishing goals. Jolene encourages us to explore different movements and styles and find what we enjoy best. She allows us to pick our own pole journey (as long as we’re being safe) so we feel comfortable, and confident in class. She truly wants her students to enjoy class and succeed. She is our biggest cheerleader, building our confidence not just in pole, but in ourselves.”

    PJ

  • "Meena is open to experimenting and helping students step outside of their comfort zones, while always keeping safety a top priority in any class. She is great at helping to develop characters for routines as well as finding sequences that can be achieved to make a performer shine. I highly recommend learning as much as you can from Meena!"

    Neha