Booked a private party here for a dance class, and it was very well done! Christina was our instructor, and she was fabulous!! Very kind, patient, and energetic!! The process of signing up for the class was a breeze, and communication was always fast and reliable with employees. The studio itself was pretty spacious, with cubbies in a hallway to put personal items as well as a large bathroom. The dance floor itself had around 5 poles and places to sit. Everything was clean! The class itself was 2 hours and started off with an introduction, mindfulness exercise, and connection exercise. We then stretched and moved gradually on the floor and across the floor. Christina then taught us some basic pole dancing moves, and eventually taught an entire routine. At the end, we learned another dance and she performed a routine for us, which was fantastic!! Her grace, agility, and passion was so amazing! Would HIGHLY recommend booking a private event here! Perfect for a girls night out, bachelorette party, birthday party, etc. read more

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Sisters in Motion has completely changed my life. This isn't just a dance studio--it's a space where I've reconnected with my body, built real strength, and found a supportive, inspiring community of women. I was initially nervous to try something new, but from the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed, encouraged, and completely free to show up exactly as I am. The classes are an amazing mix of movement, music, and empowerment. Whether it's sensual flow, strength-based conditioning, or something more expressive and emotional, every class offers something unique. You get a real workout--but more than that, you leave feeling grounded, energized, and more connected to yourself. The instructors are phenomenal--skilled, kind, and genuinely invested in your growth. They create a space that's inclusive, non-judgmental, and FUN. I've seen huge shifts in both my physical strength and my confidence since starting here. If you're looking for a place to move, heal, grow, and be in community with other powerful women, I can't recommend Sisters in Motion enough. It's become a vital part of my life and well-being. read more

Dancing with Sisters in Motion has changed my life for the better. I went through a really tough divorce and the teachers and other students were so supportive and loving. It has been an integral part of my healing process. Now, I experience more genuine confidence and love for my body and myself. And now it's a joyful part of my life where I get to explore my sensuality, inner world, and push my edges to grow more into myself l in ways that feel safe. I love how the studio is a place where I can really come as I am, whatever state I am in and feel seen and supported. read more

I'm a nearly new member. However. My experience thus far has been amazing. The studio atmosphere is unbeatable, the owners/instructors are amazing and so talented! Watching them in action is quite inspiring. I feel I've found a home in a way with a great community, a great vibe, of course, some hard exercise but everything in quite a fun way. read more

I've been coming to this fabulous studio since 2015. It hosts my favorite form of exercise, and so much more. The Sisters in Motion team provide an amazing 3rd space; an empowering, inspiring community, that welcomes you wherever you are and wherever you may want to go--and a great workout. Highly recommend!! read more

This studio is home to feeling supported, growth, love and freedom. Classes are an awesome workout, and the community of women is the best. I've been coming for over 2 years and go religiously as much as I can, it just feels so good! read more

Joining Sisters in Motion was the best decision I made for myself and my mental and physical well being in 2024. I was at first looking for a studio to pole dance but I found much more than that. I highly highly recommend joining Sisters in Motion read more

9 years after my first review (14 years total) ...I'm still here and never leaving. I love this place and the SFactor movement so much that I'm in training to be a teacher. Whether my day has been good or bad, when I walk into the studio, all judgements have ceased and I immediately get to ease into the luxuriating red glow and the soft purple mats as my body settles in to immerse in the self love and soulful energy of the room and everyone that I get to dance with. This movement has changed my life in so many ways. read more

this dance practice is life changing and the community at the studio is powerful. so grateful it's part of my life!

This studio is actively changing my life as a woman. I came to the studio through a friend who shared with me that she was in an "erotic dance group for women". Little did I know when I arrived, it was pole dancing! I met with Kerry Anne for a private orientation and was open to the movement and my body LOVED IT. It's been 3 months since and my main teacher, Brianne, is just an incredible gem and goddess. This class is the only place I feel safe to explore and play with my sexual energy in the safety of other women who are all cheering me and my beauty on as I cheer on theirs. With each dance class, I am slowly shedding the layers of judgment on myself and others, that my body "needs" to look a certain way to show up and dance like this. When I see how beuatiful the other women are, I see more of my beauty too. And it's a gift and a privilege to witness and support these women in their dance! I feel more confident and more open in my erotic body than I ever have in my whole life. And I'm having so much FUN!!!! in the process!! Thank you Kerry Ann, Brianne, Rio, Whitney, Theresa, Maya, and all the staff and students at Sisters in Motion. This place is a literal Goddess temple and I'm blessed to be a part of it. read more

I've danced with Sister's in Motion since 2006 and, not to sound hyperbolic, but it's literally changed my life. No other pole or dance studio comes close to offering what this studio offers. I deeply believe that this movement is something that all women would benefit from experiencing. With so many societal expectations, pressures and beliefs, creating a safe space for women to explore our own inner landscape is profoundly impactful. Coming to class (all the way from Oakland) not only gives me a chance to workout, but also to slow down and to sink into my skin. Bonus that I also have forged deeply meaningful adult female-friendships (hard to do!) over the years. Pushing through any fear of **just trying** is absolutely worth it. read more

Sisters in Motion and S Factor have changed my life in the best of ways. I am a more empowered and embodied person because of Sisters in Motion and S factor. The amazing teachers and group of women I dance with support and cheer me on to be my true authentic self- it is the most positive experience. I wouldn't change it for the world. It has made me a better person, partner, mother, daughter, sibling, friend, and professional. Doing this form of dance is so empowering and has helped my overall health. Invest in yourself because you are worth it! read more

I've been going to this studio for over 2 years. I really enjoy the community that has been built. There are women of all ages, shapes, sizes, strength levels, complexions who have been going to the studio for a long time. I'm over 40, not white or a waif. I love coming to this studio for class as often as I can. I've had a host of physical challenges over the time I've been taking class and the instructors have been supportive in giving me modifications for the moves I can't do, while also being encouraging. As for pricing, it's comparable to other boutique fitness in San Francisco. I am grateful to Jen and Kerry-Anne for creating this studio and community. read more

My experience was unfortunately a poor one. I've been really looking forward to getting into pole dancing classes. So I called up Sheila Kelly S Factor I spoke to a genuinely nice girl on the phone, she recommended I don't buy the 2 month Groupon, that I should get the buy one get one class free promotion.. So that's what I did. I get to the class the instructor had me and 5 other girls in her beginner class, she really held no instruction more like a guide to help us "stretch" and basically do yoga for over an hour. If you want to become more in touch with your feminine side great, but I felt like it was shoved down my throat and made me feel uncomfortable. Especially at the end where they sat us down trying to get us to enroll in their 12 month agreement ect. read more

I have been with this studio for approximately 8 years now. I love this studio because it's not what people expect when they hear pole dancing and fitness. Let's be clear first and foremost. This is not a pole fitness studio, and dancing is only part of its studio's purpose. Sheila Kelley S Factor studio is founded on the principle of women empowerment. It's for women to be in touch with all their glory, the good and bad in all aspects of your feelings, personality and physical self. This studio's mission is really to embrace and love who you are as a woman. I'm not that in touch with my feminine self, so this studio helps me embrace and enhance this side of myself. Majority of time is spent on getting your core strength in, being in touch with one self through various dance movements, and then the actual dancing to provide your artistry and to be seen and "felt" as a woman. I personally find the pricing to be on par or slightly cheaper than all the other studios I've been to. This is, of course, taking advantage of the annual membership and keeping an eye on your own finances. In addition, the membership gives you 1 guaranteed class a week and unlimited access to others. Only drawback I have is getting into the classes around my crazy work schedule and classes being full. You also can take any classes at their other Sheila Kelley studios! read more

I have been dancing here for around 4 years or so and as long as I am near an S Factor studio will forever be a part of this amazing feminine tribe. S Factor has changed my life and I want to spread the gospel!!! It's my meditation, my movement, my platform to express and my home that I feel safe, sexy, valid and vulnerable in a healthy, divine way. Keep it up Kerry Anne we love you!!!! read more

Interesting place. We came from all parts of the country to celebrate a birthday and the first thing we hear one of the workers say "oh, are they staying the entire time?" Me thinks so ma'am, we paid hundreds of dollars to come here. Instructor asked staff if "they were going to leave us with her by herself". I was indeed offended. Instructor kept telling us to be quiet and that she's not gonna burst her vocal Cords to talk to us lol. 40 minutes of stretching for an 1 1/2 hour class; lol ok. All in all, seems like it does not cater to the brown skinned lady, if you know what I mean. Sad. read more

Bad instructors. Took me a long time to write this as I had mixed feelings about my experience at S Factor. Classes started out fun, but as I moved up levels, the instructors got worse. I remember I hit my head SLIGHTLY during a practice and this instructor screamed at me as if I was going to sue the place or something. I told her my head was fine and I'd barely felt a thing but she decided to stand and point at me in front of everyone in the class & yelled about how I was being irresponsible? It was humiliating, and I remember feeling so embarrassed I just left and went home. Never went back. Update: thanks for replying Jennifer. It was the SF studio. I can private message the other details. read more

However be careful when you signed up annual membership, its go 13 months, not 12 months, and charged every 4 weeks, not monthly. They keep charging my credit card eventhough already passed annual membership as I know as 1 year = 12 months (not 13 months), that ended March 2019, no reminder, or inform the student it will roll over, forever...?! until we cancel ? I didn't know that. Actually I told front desk staff in February or early March 2019, that I wouldn't continue membership & I knew my membership expired sometimes on end of March 2019, I told her pls don't charge me anymore for April 2019 & future since I am done membership, I also emailed the studio but got reply to send email the owner. I am not even go to classes since March 2019, then I emailed the owner which very slow to get respond, 1-2 weeks after, its confusing me should I go to classes since they keep charging me, however I was expecting to get credit back or don't get charged because I told the staff already in advance & emailed I don't want continue membership. The classes & some instructors are really nice, but this studio charged like sharks, they don't care when I informed I don't want continue membership in advance in February/March, I feel there bit games to respond to me slow & ignored my request when the charges on my card was keep going on, they charged me until the 14th months actually, I already told them in advance (beginning of the month = 30 days before), and I feel enough once or twice informed them, no need few emails then had to wait if I get reply from owner, waited until all the days almost passed for another payment again, I don't feel right about it, a member shouldn't have restrictions or problem when wanted cancel/Not renewing membership. read more

I love this place. I get a fantastic and fun workout all while meeting great women. Everyone I've met is genuinely nice and supportive of each other. The classes consist of about an hour long yoga/Pilates style warm-up, then they teach a couple of pole tricks and then a routine. This format is perfect for me because I was intimidated by the pole, at first, and was much more interested in the dancing portion. I've taken a pole class at a different location with no warmup and I was just so sore and bruised afterwards. These classes taught me how to get out of my racing mind and help me find peace and clarity. I never felt judged for not feeling an immediate magnetic connection to the pole. I've gained a community and really feel seen and lived in this place. I do also have to say, I love this place so much that I just became a teacher here. I hope to see you one day! read more

S Factor and the whole team there is incredible. Kerry Anne, the instructors, the staff - everyone - will make you feel like you're at home. S Factor is so energizing and healing and I'd recommend this for every woman who is ready to explore herself! read more

Sometimes in life you are faced with situations where you want to stay and face the challenge on one hand and run out of the door screaming on the other. This was such a situation for me. I had done a class in 2014 so this was as good as new. Brooke (the instructor) was warm, friendly and the way she moved was truly inspirational. She made the moves seem so easy and flowy, but that mirage was broken the second I got to the pole. Well, I would have blamed the dancers and the instructors for making it seem easier than it actually is, but I now know better. You need tremendous upper body strength and mine is equivalent to that of a sloth (sorry), but the cheering students and Brooke helped me nearly get there with a few steps, Firefly and a Chair (?). I'm so glad I pushed through, with help of course. Overall I was very happy with the location, the decor, ambiance and feel of the class. The vibe was so uplifting and positive, even though I was new and awkward and the rest of the group (who were of higher levels) danced like a dream. I will surely be back for more, slowly and surely but steadily. And sensually... read more

Almost 2 years ago, a good friend came over raving about S Factor and about transformative it is. I was skeptical. How could pole dancing be empowering, life-changing, or at all in sync with my feminist values? With enough coaxing, I joined a Girlfriends class with her. The rest is history. The whole process of S Factor is brilliant. The lower-level classes give you a foundation of the movement, familiarity in your own body, and a sense of community - all while building up the number and difficulty of pole tricks. The upper-level classes dive deeper. You grow into the movement, free-dancing and improvising as you climb and flip around the pole and interact with the energy and styles of the other dancers. I've discovered that it's not just about the pole, or even the floor, wall, and chair. It's the community you feel every time you walk in. It's an opportunity to slow down and reconnect with how your body is doing and what it needs - rare in such a fast-paced world. It's a place where you can feel a very adult sexiness and childlike joy simultaneously. And somehow, magically, you gain a ton of strength and flexibility without realizing it. I highly recommend signing up for an intro class! It's one step on a very rewarding journey that evolves and expands as you do. read more

S Factor is the most amazing place. I have been taking classes here since 2014 and I am constantly astounded by the gifted teachers and incredible community! I have taken classes from each of these phenomenal women and every one of them is unique, passionate, and deeply committed to this type of feminine movement, Pole dancing, and to the studio. I feel blessed to have found such a beautiful studio full of supportive and magnificent teachers. When I come to class, it is the highlight of my week and it feels like coming home. The space is lovely, the lighting so sensual and the music is just amazing! I wish that everyone would come and experience the truly sublime and gorgeous dance, movement and pole classes that S Factor has to offer! It is literally my favorite place to be. read more

I took 2 introductory classes with Megumi and Brianne. Both were phenominal tecahers, but I did enjoy Brianne's class more due to all the people being on the same level, so there was more time for our level instead of the teacher having to teach each level a different thing. It's such an enjoyable experience from start to finish. Mind, body, and soul. Dark lighting and no mirrors help set the tone to free yourself from any negative thoughts. It's expensive. There's no getting around it. I've tried shopping around and in the end, it just costs a lot to maintain the poles so they are safe, so you just gotta accept it. read more

Amazing workout !!! Almost every class lasts 2 hours. The manager Larisa is so sweet !!! She is friendly and she can help you if you have any questions. All trainers are professional. They ask your about your injuries and your experience. Before class you have a quick conversation (in my opinion it's important). It's break your shy and you feel more confident. If you are not sure buying a membership, you can buy a single class (20$ for 2 classes). I had a good experience here. Thank you !!! read more

My experience with the staff & instructors at S Factor has been incredibly positive. They are warm, caring, professional women who are dedicated to providing an excellent experience. The studio is clean and spacious.Jenny and Kerry Ann have created a safe, supportive and comfortable space to enable women to freely express themselves. read more

I have been going to classes for almost a month. I am 51 and have committed myself to a year of sfactor I plan to engulf myself in every aspect. I am not a gym type or class joiner. Sfactor is amazing to me. I actually drive an hour each way to enjoy my time there. I love the class options and the teachers are all amazing in their own beautiful way; I learn something new from each of them in every class. Adore the women in my classes and very much look forward to seeing them and watching their growth with mine each week. I am so very grateful and I look forward to the next years journey with all of these beautiful women read more

"To touch, to move, to inspire. This is the true gift of dance"-Aubrey Lynch "Tell me the last time you danced, and I'll tell you the last time you were happy." -Unknown Ever since finding S Factor 5 and a half years ago, I've never been more happier with my life. All because I found my tribe. My sisterhood of woman who celebrate the divine feminine. As woman, we are magnificent creatures. We give life, we serve others, and we always seem to put others before our own needs. At S Factor, we learn how to radiate our amazing gifts and capabilities and use them in our lives. S Factor is the place where we come together to heal as it truly is dance therapy. It is a practice where women connect to their wholesome and soulful sexuality. AND, it's a hot, sexy, delicious workout on top of it all. I mean really, what could get any better than this?! I don't know who I would be or where I would be in my life without S Factor. S is my home, as I am freely allowed to dance my fears, worries, and shame away. And cultivate my desires, passions and goals in my dances too. Kerry Anne studio owner/director does everything in her will power to make every student feel welcomed, safe, seen and heard. It is her top priority to keep the womanhood of our S community a space where women come together to celebrate the feminine and support each other. S Factor is unlike any other pole fitness studio out there. It's beyond pole fitness actually. It's a community of women who come together and share a sisterhood that is unlike anything you've ever imagined. read more

S Factor is a portal into another realm. A queendom of strength, power, sensuality, sexuality, playfulness, a little naughty, and a little nice. A rockin' workout and safe space to explore what feels good to your unique body. With no mirrors you are challenged to tune into your body wisdom and allow her to lead the way. I started S Factor in 2005, after a devastating break-up with my 1st love, it became my sanctuary for rebuilding and reclaiming my body, my curves, my sensuality, my sexuality...my power. Plus, it was fun to see the look on people's faces, if I chose to reveal that I was pole dancing as my workout, which also became a tool for deep healing, as well as a natural high, like no other. I walk out of the studio lit up for the rest of the day (even a little turned on by body's voice). S Factor also cultivates a unique sisterhood of unwavering support and lifting up the feminine. It is so much more than just learning to climb a pole...although that is quite bad@ss ;) I'm so fiercely passionate about this movement and it's ability to not only get you in the best shape of your life but also unlock a part of you that has been sleeping for far too long and really wants to come out and play, that after a decade (I have never stuck to a workout regime for more than a few months until S Factor) of dancing as a student, I became a teacher. It's been a magical journey. I hope you stop by to experience the power of the pole too ;) read more

I can not say enough positive things about S Factor. I am 52 and have been taking classes now for 2.5 years. I had body issues my whole life and was never comfortable in my body and with my curves. S Factor has changed all that. It has become my temple - there is no other place like it. S Factor is not just about Pole, it is about becoming comfortable with your body, your curves, to explore your erotic creature and how she wants to express herself. It is about sisterhood and being witnessed in your expression and to support the other women as well. There are no mirrors, so you can feel your body instead of judging what you see. The light is low and the music is turned up so you can immerse yourself and not get distracted. I have discovered so much about myself in these walls and after years of therapy and trying to love my body, this practice has brought me deeper in a few months then years of therapy. This is a gift every woman should give herself, no matter your age, skill, weight or shape! read more

3.5 i kept going back between 3.5-4 i had taken level 1 session at twirly girls in pleasanton years ago through a groupon deal.. ever since that i've been wanting to try pole classes again. i came across a deal on livingsocial for a 8 wk session and jumped on it. my friend bought me the livingsocial deal too so i was able to continue to the next level. so i took level 1-2 using the deals. when you start you are given the option to sign up for 1, 3, 6 sessions (you complete 1 level in the 8wk session and there are 6 levels). since i had already finished 2 levels, i wanted to finish all the levels before moving on to another studio. i signed up for 3 sessions after i was done w level 2. i took levels 1-4 consecutively then took a 10 month break before coming back to finish my last level of 3 session membership. by signing up for 3 sessions, it ended up being 219/month .. you get more of a discount if you sign up for 6 sessions s factor is a unique pole studio.. it doesn't focus on being technical but focuses on making students learn to feel comfortable in their own body. s factor celebrates women and wants them to become confident, explore being sensual and own your sexuality, build supportive sisterhood, and just overall self love. i am always self conscious of my body. i do owe it to s factor for helping me gain some confidence in my body. my friends noticed the confidence in how i walk and my posture. s factor women are in all sizes and age range. there were women 40+yrs who have been w s factor for a while and they are great at pole. it was really inspiring. the studio has 4 poles. there are no mirrors. the lighting is super dim and the lamps use red bulbs. each level class is 2 hrs long. the first 1hr is a warm up, the next 30 min is pole instruction and practice, last 30min is dance for each other. level 1-2 you learn a routine and continue to build upon it. once you're level 3+ you're free to move as you wish and bring in your own song to dance to. when it's time to dance, it's in a round robin style. i loved seeing everyone's pole dance style. i wish the warm up was shorter to 45min so we have 45min to learn and practice moves teachers i've had: pure dance 1: davina intro teaser: brooke level 1-3, 5: brianne level 4- brooke super pole: brianne make ups w becky, kerry anne, ilene, mandy, caitlin overall i had a positive experience but i'm ready to join a diff studio where it's more technical and less pricey. one of the s factor students also takes additional pole classes at another studio (i believe their other studio was entangle and sway). i'll most likely move to sf pole and dance (former studio botan), my stripper friend and her coworkers go to that studio and under the new ownership offers really affordable sessions and competition training. once i have enough saved up to start at a new studio, i want to train to compete in my first pole competition as a level 1 competitor. read more

Do you really love yourself? I mean, like really really love yourself. Do you feel comfortable with every curve, bone, and bump you feel when you trace your hands across your own body? Can you say openly and honestly that you love how you look? If no, you have a two choices 1. Spend money on a therapist who will make you sit down and tell him your life story. or 2. You can sign up for classes at S Factor and take a journey down a road of self discovery and acceptance in a way that is absolute fun. I, like most everybody, had no idea what I was signing up for when I first decided to commit to taking their two FREE introductory classes that they offer on their website. I was very surprised when I first walked in to a beautiful, clean, mirror-less studio. I will admit, my first class was difficult. It was only difficult because of me and my inability to keep my eyes closed and my hands on my curves. I walked away from my first class thinking about how hard it was for me to touch my own skin and how many men in my past I've allowed to touch it. I began to get a little frustrated with myself and decided to reclaim my body. With that, I signed up for the 48 week journey and started taking classes every Monday night. I also signed up for what they call "open access" which allows you to drop in to as many classes as you want throughout the month as long as it's a class you're qualified to take based on your level. I am now a level 3. I have lost 15 lbs and even bought a pole for my apartment. This whole self loving thing is addicting; not to mention the amazing support and love you get from all the instructors and fellow students. The community within S Factor is something I've never experienced. A group of women coming together finding self acceptance and love while supporting women doing the same thing. It's absolutely amazing. I highly recommend EVERYONE try out S Factor. After all, if you sign up for the two FREE introductory classes, you're only gaining something and losing nothing. Just be prepared to fall in love and commit to spending at least one night a week taking care of YOU. read more

I typically don't write reviews but, as this place has become my second home, I feel obliged to rave about my healthy obsession with this hospitable and judgment-free playground in which women are free to experiment with their unique movements in a supportive environment. I have frequented this studio for half a year and arrived having had already 5 months of technical pole experience. The staff is always friendly and professional--from my email liaising with S ambassador, Melinda, to participating in a free trial class with the amazing instructor, Brenda--after which time I promptly signed up for the 48-week membership, as I was already hooked! All of the instructors that I have learned from (and, subsequently, grown as a dancer as a direct result of), including Becky, Brenda, Brianne, Brooke, Ilene, Jennifer, Mandy, and the extraordinary studio owner and my "home class" teacher, Kerry-Anne are all extremely supportive, inspiring, and authentic women. I go to quite a few classes here--averaging 4 per week--and can write with confidence that every instructor genuinely loves watching their students grow as dancers and as individuals. The friendships I have made here are invaluable and I cannot recommend this studio enough. After a long day at work, participating in a class here is the thing that I look forward to the most! read more

I've been going to S Factor for the past 6 months. I originally signed up for the 24 week package but added an additional year because I can't live without it! It's far better than the gym. I was experiencing chronic pain in my lower back for two years before joining, and the S movement took all the pain out of my body- physical pain and emotional pain. I've learned to connect with my feminine core in a way that I never knew existed. This is a journey every woman should embark on to heal their body, heart, mind, and soul. I especially love the moving meditation, energy exchange, and dance riots. Love all the beautiful teachers too! read more

Anyone who I call friend, knows that I am an S Woman - it's a big part of my life and something I'm passionate about. I've tried to recreate the magic at other studios, but there is simply no place like S Factor. The red lit room with no mirrors is my safe space, and it's literally the only place I get to let down my shields and show up exactly as I am in the moment. If you are a woman craving a body positive community of like-minded powerful women; if you are happiest out of your head and in your body; if spirituality and sensuality are synonymous for you; if you have a naughty side, a shy side, a playful side, a loving side, an emotional side...that's right EVERY woman needs something like this in their life. I'm a self employed yoga instructor without much disposable income, but S Factor is so vital to my living a full life that I make it a priority. I've been a member for something like 10 years! You will learn pole tricks, but it's not the focus. If you care more about where to place your hands to execute a "perfect" trick than what your heart and you are feeling, then this probably isn't the studio for you. On the other hand, if you crave a community of amazing women, a space where you are seen and appreciated just for being you, teachers who will See you and celebrate you with open hearts, a space where you don't need to be anything or anyone other than who you are...then S Factor is for you. read more

I've been an S girl for 6 years now. I had a little break in between. Why? Why did I take a break?! My body craves S Factor everyday. Yes, I've tried other studios, but S is my home. Where else can I walk out the door and feel like a million dollar b#%$@? Their classes make me feel slinky, sexy, and bad ass. I love all the instructors and my fellow S chicks. I think one of my favorite things about S is we are taught how to do our pole tricks and dances with flow, and smooth transition. I don't think a lot of other studios focus on that. Dancing and letting your body just take you away while not "in your head" is an amazing thing to experience. Trust me, you'll walk out of the studio so fulfilled. read more

Proceed with extra caution here ladies...they talk a good game and will sell you hard if you express any interest. You can't just come take an overpriced dance class here (oh no) no drop ins allowed...you have to commit to a year long contract and even then classes are $50 each. Furthermore it is NOT queer friendly, body positive, or at all what they pitch in the "Orientation" class. Perhaps there were better teachers but the one I got was rude when I asked for modifications for a hurt ankle and modification for larger women who can't lift their own body weight. Unless you are white or Asian or heteronormative 120 pound cisgender woman YOU WILL NOT BE TREATED KINDLY HERE. There are tons of other dance studios that support ALL people and don't glorify pole dance in such a disgusting way. Sheila kelli would be horrified they're using her name. NOI DONT WANT to listen to the same pussycat dolls song ever class. No I don't want to practice taking off a button down shirt for fitness. The owner is never there and changed the class schedule with no warning and expected me to move my life around to accommodate them. I'm traumatized and hurt by how they treated me there. If I could give zero stars I would read more

I have to admit I fell in love with S Factor from the day I did the intro! The instructors and staff were very welcoming. After a couple weeks, I was hooked. I was so hooked I wanted to come more than once a week ... so I started to take the class b4 my class also. Since i don't like going to the gym, I try to do at least 2 or 3 classes a week. As a hobby, I like trying different studios to c how they teach. Whether in the bay area or while on vacation. Every teacher from every studio ALL teach differently and I love exploring that. Yet, I have to admit, S Factor has "something" the others don't, the "journey" of ur EC (Erotic Creature). It's not something u can experience in a few classes. All the teachers help u from day 1. From the yummy warm up to the flow of pole tricks to the class assignments ... each part of each class help u discover/cultivate ur Erotic Creature. It doesn't happen right away but the journey to help that unfold in beyond amazing. I always tell my friends, "It's a totally different sense of femininity I've ever experienced" ... it can't be explained in words, u have to actually just go thru it to understand it. Once u give the journey a chance, ull look back n know it was the BEST decision uve ever made. read more

If I could live here I would. This studio experience is exactly what you hope it to be, a place to get in touch with what you love about yourself, feel super sexy, go a little (or a lot) wild. This is all out FUN. The energy of support is very strong, no mirrors, no judgement, no competition. I joined S Factor 8 months ago and after my first class knew I was about to go on a crazy beautiful journey. I was all in and signed up for my 48 weeks! That takes a lot for me to make a commitment to myself that large, but I'm telling you... The instructors I've had are some of the most empowered women I know, no doubt a reflection of what they teach - I highly recommend each of these ladies - Kerry Anne, Brooke, Brenda, Ilene, & Becky. I can't wait to try classes with the other instructors too! Give yourself a treat and check out what's good. read more