I frequented this location a few times during Covid. While I've been trained in classical ballet…read morethis style of dance is NOT FOR THE WEAK!!!!! the ladies here make you feel so welcome and encourage you in ways you simply need in order to let go and learn something new. I would recommend this location and staff to anyone in the area looking for a new activity, workout, or self empowerment.

I've been coming to Doll House Pole Fitness for a little over a year now and I've fully integrated…read moreit into my weekly routine! I love that the classes are later in the day since it's very accommodating to those of us who work a regular 9-5 and the variety of classes is amazing. The instructors are all so kind and there isn't a more welcoming community out there! Everyone, from the students to the teachers, is very supportive so you can get in a really great workout while also building confidence in your body without ever feeling embarrassed (especially at the very beginning when it's natural to feel shy).

I could never get to the class because the instructor wasn't available. And I paid extra to switch…read moreclasses. The owner wouldn't give a refund. So this gets a one star from me. After my review, the owner text me a screenshot of my review and called me weird. Wow! Pole dancing classes come a dime a dozen these days. Pick someone with better customer service skills.

Toni is so personable and knowledgeable. She really did me feel comfortable, I even ended up buying…read morea pole. The class is so worth it.

City sized studio in downtown. Always grateful to try a new place and have the opportunity to take…read moreclasses while I'm traveling. They have several types of classes (even limited hoops). Poles are not spaced far enough that you won't tap feet (especially for taller folks) but they did have quite the number of poles in the larger room. I took the poletry intermediate/advanced and felt like the class was true to that level, the instructor paced the class nicely, broke down the choreo well, and was encouraging of any and all attempts! It was a fun time. First class is discounted. Easy to find the studio but not parking! Zero tolerance policy for tardiness.

Do Not Recommend: I did not feel welcomed at this studio or in Ceci's Intermediate Pole Class…read more She was very strict and did not provide modifications. Pole dancing is a body positive art form and her class felt tense and NOT FUN. In addition, it's a small, awkward space so if the energy is not welcoming it's clear. I have had excellent experiences at Pole studios in California and MD but this one wasn't it.

I joined this studio in 2021 to support a Black woman-owned business, but I can no longer attend…read moredue to severe safety, hygiene, and management issues. I waited until my membership ended to post this due to a documented pattern of retaliation by the owner. Safety & Environment: * Crime: Multiple cars have been stolen or broken into in the lot. The owner did not warn members and was dismissive when another member and I were personally threatened by a man on-site. * Privacy Violations: Members were filmed without consent for the owner's adult subscription site. It took multiple requests to remove the footage, and one member was temporarily banned for complaining. * Harassment: A member used racial slurs and made death threats toward others. The owner did not cancel their membership until that individual was caught stealing from the studio. Facility Maintenance: * Hygiene: Roaches have been observed on site and the owner failed to notify the community. * Equipment: Poles are poorly maintained--some sway, creak, or have cracks. Chrome-allergy risks are ignored as poles are moved without labels. The bathroom is often inoperable (clogged toilet/shower used for storage). Poor Management: * Communication: Benefits (like unlimited open sessions) were stripped mid-contract without notice, and members were penalized for using them. Different members are provided with different resolutions for the same issue. Many are provided with no resolution at all. She has switched the app used to provide studio updates 3 times within the past year and is adamant about her being the one to disseminate information through it, but not receptive to members trying to communicate with her through it. Despite switching the app 3 times she expects people to inconvenience themselves by downloading the app du jour each time and as an incentive offers benefits to members that use the most recent app, even though we all have the same membership contracts and pricing tiers. * Volatility: The owner frequently engages in disrespectful conflicts with students, staff, prospective staff, and guests. She has threatened to call the police on a member for simply raising a system issue. Supporting Black-owned businesses is important to me, but I cannot ignore the poor treatment Black women specifically have faced here. Many polers around the DMV started their journeys at this studio, because it's one of the oldest in the area. Many in the DMV pole community have left for the reasons I shared and more. Please do your research and ask around before signing a contract. I wish I had this information before starting a membership. I never would've signed up if I had known. The studio owner has publicly claimed that she's always seen as the villain and the only members that complain are those that don't get their way. But I think if she took the time to sit and reflect, listen to the community, and not approach every conversation defensively it would be a valuable experience.

Been coming to My Body Shop for almost a year now, and it's been great! I joined the studio for…read moretheir Lyra classes and their open practice schedule. For a while Colleen was the only Lyra instructor, but now they have Elixir and Lyra Bae as well. Each instructor's style varies and so do their difficulty level. With interest in Lyra still building up in the area, I think they'll have distinguished levels soon. I like to alternate between the Lyra instructors. What I love most about the studio is that it's very client/instructor centered. Schedules and class offerings are adjusted based on student interest and what the instructors want to teach. It really makes for a fun learning environment. Since joining I've gotten the opportunity to try many of their other classes, like Floor F@$?ery, Pole 1, Chair Playtime, etc. All the instructors are great at what they do and offer their own flair to each class. I have thoroughly enjoyed every instructor I've encountered. They really have me considering starting my pole journey! But I will say this: I hate their website but love the mobile app! Once you start at the studio, please download it bc it will make your life so much easier. There is also an online members only chat available. Their memberships are affordable and they constantly share specials and events on their IG.

Stunning space with great instructors and a nice selection of course offerings for all levels from…read morezero experience to even semipro/pro. I have been a student of Candy's for years. I was so glad when she opened her own studio. We are fortunate to have someone with as much experience and talent as she and her team has!

On a scale of romances to documentaries, Aerial Candy is a picture book with beautiful poses…read more Aerial Candy operates out of Dance Exchange, and the entrance into the space is at the back of the building. There's minimal parking, and you might find parking on the street as well. I took a beginner silks class and an intermediate lyra class. It seemed like our teachers were subs, and I would have been curious to experience a class by the regular teachers (I was only passing through town). Rigging appeared safe, but it was only a cursory look as I felt comfortable with the tricks we were working in class. I greatly enjoyed the other aerialists who were welcoming and fun.

I enjoyed the introductory course. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The teacher is very…read morehelpful and very thorough in the way she teaches. The class was socially distanced, I felt comfortable and had a great time! Will be back!

A great new studio- I think they're fairly new? The facilities (floors, poles, building) are very…read morenice, & as an intermediate dancer I dropped into a random class and came away with some new skills. Looking forward to dropping in again next time I'm in the area!

A friend asked me to try pole dancing class with her a couple of months ago, so I signed up for a…read moreTuesday class with Monica. I was immediately hooked, I also immediately sucked! You know how people say things like that for a compliment? Well, I'm saying it in truth, stating facts here; I am not good. However, I don't care and no one else cares either! I have a great time, I never feel embarrassed, I never feel judged, like everyone is there for a good time, radiates positive energy and body positivity. So although I suck, I'm sticking to it, so one day I can climb up that pole and buss it wide open! I have gone fairly consistently at once a week since I started and I have tried four different instructors thus far. I have my favorites, but they are all great and they all have there different styles, techniques and strengths. I always learn something, I always have fun and I always leave feeling like I've had a good workout, not to mention I can always tell I've had a good workout the following day as I'm sore. I'm not gonna lie, the classes aren't cheap and the classes are popular, so you have to sign up for the class you want well in advance (about three weeks). With that said, I think it's worth it and I truly found something I love! Hope to see you on the pole!!!

Okay so grab your group of friends and get your butts in here for a fun workout! Fit 4 Polers was a…read morejoy. Our instructor was fantastic. She was friendly and let us pick the type of music we wanted to hear. I attended for a friend's birthday and I'm hooked. You'll feel sexy and clumsy (unless you already had experience), but most of all you'll learn how strong your body is. The workouts require core and arm strength of course. So if you already workout you'll be good. The studio is so cute inside! There are various instructors for each class and that work at different levels. Our instructor was great at teaching basics and intermediate and she also showed us a few advance tricks that guess what? We were about to pull off! Lol Lots of fun and sweat. I'd totally do this again.

I attended two classes here with a meetup group. We did exotic dance and a pole class. The exotic…read moreclass was very, very fun. Believe it or not it is a total workout. The instructor let us know that if you take the regular classes (membership) then you do way more working out, she was just easy on us since it was a party. As far as the pole class itself, it was very, very hard. I realized that I have NO upper body strength. I mean I really don't see how strippers (oops exotic dancers) do it. If you're looking for this type of workout I would definitely visit this establishment. The instructors were very nice and professional. Plus its Black Owned and I'll definitely support that. You can actually drop in for the exotic classes on Sat. and I believe you have to see if there is room for the pole class. I believe the classes are $20. The instructor also stated that they have another location in Ga. I haven't visited that one yet (from Ga.).

Every time I visit a strip club, I base the strippers' tips off this class. If it is something that…read moreI haven't mastered, they get like $5. If its something I am able to do well, they get $2 and if I can do it, they get encouraged to get down. Okay, so not only do they teach you a routine, they do aerobic exercises to teach you how to do them properly. These exotic and former exotic dancers create a non-competitive environment and encourage you to let your inner dancer come out. They tell jokes and intimate stories that help you feel better if you aren't able to do a move effortlessly. I enjoy going here and always feel comfortable. They also offer specialty classes, like "Booty Poppin and Shakin" "Video Vixen" "Lap Dance Specials" etc... Going here, I've gained a great perspective on the athleticism that you must have in order to be a stripper AND look good doing it. They also sell 5-7inch heels here so you can really get the full feeling. If you want to just see without being charged, the Saturday at 12 class is free for first timers.