Everyone's journey begins at Intro to Pole. This is a 5 week series that meets 2 x per week. Hesitant to commit? Take a Pole Basics taster class. This is a 60 minute sampling of our 5 week Intro to Pole series. You may also drop in to one of our many beginner pole Specialty classes, including Movement Sanctuary: A low impact, open to anyone, no experience necessary somatic movement class. We also offer yoga and other strength and flexibility training classes off the pole to prepare your body for more fun to come!

For most pole classes you will need to wear shorts so that you can use the skin on your legs to grip the pole. You should also wear a top that you are comfortable exercising in. Tank top or a sports bra is ideal. Definitely nothing with snaps or buttons (it can scratch the surface of the pole losing the shiny finish). Most of all, wear what you feel most confident in! Although access to skin helps with sticking to the pole (and many dancers tend to decrease the amount of fabric in their outfits as they progress to access more skin for grip) many pole clothing companies sell "sticky" pole attire if you prefer to stay covered up.

Pole sport is suitable for individuals at any level of fitness. Starting from the basics, we will guide you step by step, gradually improving your strength and conditioning.

Absolutely not! A lot of times, these descriptors are simply fallacies we tell ourselves to avoid being vulnerable and trying new things. Maybe we're afraid of failure or standing out or think that if we can't DO something it makes us less than. That couldn't be further from the truth. Pole dancing is a beautiful sport for EVERYbody, and it's never too late to start. The pole community is one of the most inclusive, supportive, and judgement-free groups out there. No matter where you are when you begin, progress will follow as long as you're showing up and enjoying the process.

Performing pole skills/tricks can be a high-risk physical activity that should not be underestimated. However, safety is always our top priority during classes. We start by strengthening and conditioning your body to ensure that when the time comes to perform a certain move, your body is prepared. We also focus on teaching you the correct techniques and body mechanics, as well as providing support in the form of physical spotting every step along your journey, minimizing the risk of injuries. Additionally, we have crash mats available in the studio for moves where you feel a little less confident. Alternatively, we offer a variety of other classes that are not skills/tricks based, if you find that form of pole maybe isn't your thing right now.

Students are more likely to succeed in pole when they learn sequentially and systematically with a regular training schedule. It gives the body an opportunity to build the endurance, strength and pain tolerance needed in a safe and structured environment. Therefore, we recommend taking classes at 2x per week for a consecutive 5 weeks or more.

Bruises, also known as "pole kisses" are very common for pole dancers, especially in the early stages of training. They occur at the contact points where the skin touches the pole. With regular practice and continued conditioning and strength building, you will gradually adapt and find they happen less frequently. They are often seen as a badge of honor among the pole community.

Only if you want to! All of our Progressive Level classes are taught barefoot. When most people hear pole dancing they tend to think of strip clubs. While the sensual side is still very present there are actually three main branches of pole dancing; Sport, Art and Sexy. We have classes available to express each of those! Heels are a culture of their own and can be super fun. If you're unsure, pop into one of our Intro to Heels classes or sign up for a beginner choreo to see what they're all about.

Dont be worried! Pole is one of the most supportive and uplifting communities out there. You wont just leave with a good workout, you might also leave with new friends! Come in and try a class, if its too uncomfortable you can always look into Private Lessons or Semi-Privates with friend!

GRIP STRENGTH is crucial, requires a lot of practice, and builds over time. You can try to improve your grip strength by exercising with different hand strengthening tools. Use of a hand gripper also strengthens the wrists, which is very important for pole. SWEATY HANDS can be a significant issue for many. It is good a first to practice with sweaty hands because it helps you build that grip strength we were talking about. However, wet palms do become a hindrance when you get to more challenging tricks which is why we have grip aids available for purchase that are designed for pole dancing.

Absolutely! Pole progressive level training engages almost all muscle and fascia groups, as well as cardio, providing a comprehensive workout.

Check our level prerequisites. If you're still unsure, send us a message! We're happy to help.

The Pod has a strict policy that the only people in the classroom be participants and instructors. While we love the idea of you sharing your passion take pictures or videos and save class time for just YOU.

Flexibility develops through time and training. Even if you have never practiced before, you will definitely improve your flexibility and movement quality. The key is consistency in your practice!