PDC approved Pole Dancing Schools
England - by counties
Avon
poledancingbath.com
- Bath / Bristol, UK

spincitypolefitness.com
- Bristol, UK
Spin City was established in 2007 with the aim of getting more women
into exercise! At Spin City we provide a fun and challenging approach
to pole fitness in a welcoming and professional environment.
Pole dancing is a sport that combines many different forms of exercise
from dance to gymnastics, acrobatics to strength training and at Spin
City we teach from absolute beginners to super advanced. We also offer
freestyle dance classes, burlesque, pole practice stretch and strength
classes. All classes at Spin City are taught by our fully qualified fitness
team who will motivate and encourage you to achieve your own fitness goals
through pole dancing. Whatever your age, size, shape or ability - let
us help you achieve skills that you never thought possible!
Spin City Pole Fitness, The Workshop, Hampton Lane, Clifton, Bristol,
BS6 6LE Tel 07866 490876.

Bedfordshire
Berkshire
puritypoledancing.com
- Reading, West Byfleet, Godalming, Twickenham, Wraysbury, Datchet, UK
At Purity our classes are very much fun and fitness based, we do a whole range of tricks as well as routine workshops. Our classes are aimed at all levels of fitness and we welcome both woman and men in each class. We headhunt the teachers who work with Purity, and never randomly recruit. We like to prove to the world that you do not have to go into the stripping industry to become a good pole dancer. All of the Purity teachers have never worked in these sort of clubs, which makes them even more inspiring to the everyday woman and men who attend our classes. We offer Courses (Beginners to Advance), Drop In, Private Tuition, Parties, Pole Jams and Showcases. Many of the Purity students have become performers, competitors and instructors. Purity classes have a maximum of 2 students per pole and for Intermediates never more than 8 students in a class. Most classes including the Advance level at the Purity Studio in Reading are 1 student per pole. All students are encouraged to work at their own pace, but are still in classes suitable to their level (rather than mixed ability).

Berkshire
Alternative Dance Studio - Reading, UK
Berkshire Alternative Dance Studio (BADs) was born from my personal dedication to finding alternative ways of encouraging physical
activity. We offer pole fit courses and private lessons. BADs involved with performance, we are a non-profitable business made up of
a community of dancers, DJ’s and performing artists, inviting students to share and take part in events, parties and festival events
organised by Reading Social Community Groups.

Buckinghamshire
polenastics.co.uk
- Milton Keynes, Bletchley, Leighton Buzzard, Newport Pagnell, Buckingham, Letchworth, Hitchin, Stotfold, Wolverton. UK
Polenastics has been teaching pole dancing for fitness classes in MK since
2003. Pole fitness is a MASSIVE phenomenon and growing so fast we can
hardly keep up! The industry has gone crazy in the last 12 months across
the world and we want you to come and see what all the fuss is about!
We have a strong team of fully qualified and insured pole fitness instructors
and offer pole dancing for fitness classes in various gyms and clubs in
Milton Keynes, Buckingham, Newport Pagnell, Woverton, Bletchley, Leighton
Buzzard, Fenny Stratford, Hitchin, Stotfold and Letchworth. We run group
pole fitness classes, 1-2-1 lessons, parties, demonstrations, jams and
host masterclasses.
Pole dancing is often associated with strippers and exotic dancing, and
from this sensual and athletic dance form comes pole fitness. Due to it's
fantastic body toning and sculpturing benefits, Pole fitness has taken
off as a more widely accepted exercise class in recent years and we dont
want you to miss out on the fun, the toning or the fitness!
Polenastics - the FUN way to get fit :D

Cambridgeshire
Cheshire
candy-chrome.co.uk
Buckley, Chester, Frodsham and Queensferry, Wales, UK
Candy & Chrome pole dance studios offer pole dancing lessons in Chester,
Frodsham and Queensferry, with more venues across North Wales and Cheshire
coming soon. We believe that pole dance is for everybody, not just the
fit, the brave and the glamour models so we have devised classes that
will suit everybody.We specialise in teaching small groups ensuring you
get plenty of pole time as well as lots of personal pole tuition from
your instructor.
At Candy & Chrome we only teach pole dance, we are not personal trainers
gone wild, we dont offer every new fitness fad under the sun, we just
teach pole dance fitness exclusively making us knowledgeable experts in
our chosen field and professionals of what we do True explorers of The
Art of Pole. We have only one thing missing.. YOU! So strap on the big
heels and come for a spin with us!

Cornwall
Cumberland
Cumbria
Derbyshire
flyingstudio.co.uk
- Derby UK
The Flying Studio was established in 2002 by Genevieve Moody and represents
the Midlands as one of the best and longest established pole schools as
shown by our continued popularity in our region.
Our achievements are too numerous to mention, but more information can
be found on our website (a source of information and inspiration to pole
dance students and teachers alike). We combine our passion for pole dance
with a concientious approach to teaching and also offer value for money
in a variety of class structures while still maintaining a friendly and
fun approach.
We teach absolute beginner to top level pole dance.

Devon
artofdance.co.uk
- Plymouth & Exeter, UK
The art of dance was established in 2004 to provide fitness based pole
dancing lesson to all ages, shapes and sizes. We have achieved great success
in helping to promote pole dancing as a modern fitness phenomenon as well
as drawing attention to the more traditional elements of our syllabus
which include Mallakhamb and Chinese pole. All of our instructors receive
on going staff training to ensure best practice and to make sure our students
get the most out of each class. We can teach any level of pole dancing
from beginners to world class. We also provide Burlesque lessons and Flexibility
lessons.

Cleveland
Dorset
Durham
East Sussex
pole2fitness.com
- Hailsham, UK
Establishing in 2007, Elevations Vertical Studio Ltd was the first and original
pole school in Hailsham and surrounding areas of East Sussex in the UK,
teaching complete beginners through to the most advanced level of pole fitness
and dance. All instructors take pride in spending time with students to
perfect the basic groundings of moves before progressing on to the more
difficult pole skills so once students reach the novice/inter level , the
instruction is based on that particular student and how their progression
is going. It is rare that the whole group progress at the same pace. Students
are given our ' moves checklist' which they can bring to classes. Once they
complete a move, combination or routine it is signed off by the instructor.
This is a great way for our instructors to keep track of the students progress
but also a fabulous confidence boost to the students when they see just
how much they have learned and what is still to come!

East Yorkshire
Essex
Gloucestershire
Greater London
poledancingschool.com - London, UK

rocknrollpole.com
- London, UK

École de Pole - London, UK
École de Pole aims to deliver the most personalised elite pole dancing tuition available by keeping groups very small with a maximum of 2 people per pole, ensuring your goals, whether fitness related or as a performer are reached and exceeded.
Courses and classes to suit all fitness levels, we also offer performance coaching, fabulous Burlesque classes, Hens Parties, Extreme Stretching and Pilates.
École de Pole was established by professional dancer and qualified fitness instructor, Justine McLucas.

Greater Manchester
blush dance
- Manchester, UK

bodybarre.co.uk
- Manchester, UK

Pole Energy - Manchester, UK
Pole Energy was established in 2006 as a Professional Dance and Fitness School offering a full range of services based on teaching people to get fit, learning new skills and having fun based on Pole Dancing for aerobic fitness.
Our aim has always been to teach people of any age, gender or fitness level that Pole Aerobics produces amazing results to body tone, fitness, self-esteem and an overwhelming sense of self assurance.
All our Instructors are Central YMCA ETM and NCFE Vertical Dance Instructors.
In addition we are members of and regulated by the Register of Exercise Professionals and have full Public Liability Insurance for all our activities.

Hampshire
Hereford and Wocestershire
Hertfordshire
staceypole.com
- Herts, UK
"Here at Stacey Pole we believe that you do not have to be super fit
and super strong or super sexy to Pole dance, you just have to have the
right attitude. As a larger lady myself i love that pole dancing is a
great form of exercise but i do not think it is the be all end all of
the sport, dance. Pole dancing is fun and yes should I say it's SEXY,
Here at Stacey Pole we believe that you get fitter by having fun. With
this in mind Stacey Pole classes are built for all size, ages and fitness
level. We pride our selves in being normal women who enjoy dancing. Stacey
is a qualified ETM instructor and VDance qualified instructor. All Stacey
Pole instructors have a minimum of 2 years pole experience."

Isle of Mann
Isle of Wight
Kent
Pussycat Poles
- Maidstone, Ashford, Medway, Tunbridge Wells and Kings Hill, UK
Pussycat Poles was founded early in 2005 by fitness and dance expert, Emma Smith. Emma launched Pussycat Poles with the aim of helping every woman to improve their self confidence, femininty and in turn their co-ordination and fitness. Pussycat Poles now has 4 insured and fully qualified pole instructors who teach at our 5 successful pole schools in Kent, located in Maidstone, Ashford, Medway, Tunbridge Wells and Kings Hill. Our classes have something for everyone, from absolute beginner right through to Advanced Plus, we even offer a weekly drop-in class for those of you who have learned your basic skills with us and want a little extra practise to polish up your moves. No matter what your age, shape or size, when taking part in a Pussycat Poles class you will be guaranteed a fun sociable workout where you will develop new friendships, gain confidence, improve overall body tone and fitness and perfect an impressive skill!

Lancashire
JLNfitness.com
- Westhoughton, UK

Leicestershire
Lincolnshire
Merseyside
Middlesex
Norfolk
Northamptonshire
Northumberland
North Yorkshire
Nottinghamshire
Oxfordshire
Rutland
Shropshire
Somerset
studio22dance.com
- Taunton, UK
Studio 22 is a brand new dance and fitness studio in the Taunton town centre.
They host a range of classes from beginners and intermediate courses, to
vertical barre (ballet using the pole) and pole cardio classes. Pole dance
can be enjoyed by all ages, sizes and abilities and they hope to create
a fun and friendly atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable and confident.

The Flying Studio
The Flying Studio was established in 2002 by Genevieve Moody and represents
the Midlands as one of the best and longest established pole schools as
shown by our continued popularity in our region.
Our achievements are too numerous to mention, but more information can
be found on our website (a source of information and inspiration to pole
dance students and teachers alike). We combine our passion for pole dance
with a concientious approach to teaching and also offer value for money
in a variety of class structures while still maintaining a friendly and
fun approach.
We teach absolute beginner to top level pole dance.

intheshadows.co.uk,
Weston Super Mare, Somerset, UK
Lucie first started pole dancing in April 2004 and loved it. Lucie started
her pole school, In The Shadows, two years ago in September 2007 and now
teaches regular classes in Weston-Super-Mare. Our classes offer an enjoyable
atmosphere where everyone can learn at their own pace.

South Yorkshire
Staffordshire
britishpoledanceacademy.com
- Stoke on Trent, UK
flyingstudio.co.uk
- Lichfield UK
The Flying Studio was established in 2002 by Genevieve Moody and represents
the Midlands as one of the best and longest established pole schools as
shown by our continued popularity in our region.
Our achievements are too numerous to mention, but more information can
be found on our website (a source of information and inspiration to pole
dance students and teachers alike). We combine our passion for pole dance
with a concientious approach to teaching and also offer value for money
in a variety of class structures while still maintaining a friendly and
fun approach.
We teach absolute beginner to top level pole dance.

Suffolk
Surrey
poleminx.co.uk
- Surrey, UK
Founder and principal instructor Elaine has been pole dancing since
2003 and established Poleminx Pole Dancing Classes in Surrey in 2005 to
share the amazing benefits of pole dancing with like-minded people who
wanted an alternative way of staying fit while doing something they loved.
Bringing pole dancing for fun and fitness to Surrey at a time when such
classes were almost unheard of outside a few London clubs, we're proud
to have taught thousands of students since, even a few who have gone on
to become instructors themselves!
Our passion for pole dancing, drive for ever deeper knowledge, and dedication
to continuing professional self development helps keep our pole instruction
at the cutting edge. Elaine has trained with world-class pole dancers
including Pantera and current reigning Miss World Pole Dance champion
Felix, is fully qualified in Level 2 Exercise to Music, and is currently
studying both the biomechanics of dance and NLP for Sports Coaches.
We offer safe, structured 6 week courses for complete Beginners right
through to Advanced levels, plus 1-2-1 training, choreography, fun pole
parties, industry consultancy and professional dancers for events.
Classes run in Richmond, Kingston, Epsom, Sutton and Guildford every week
except Christmas.

polestudio.co.uk
- Leatherhead, Dorking, Windsor and Croydon. UK
At The Pole Studio we aim to combine the sensual side of pole dancing
with the physically demanding discipline of pole fitness. We will provide
you with a total body workout, regardless of your age, size or fitness
level.Each lesson consists of a warm up, series of dance moves, spins,
poses and transitions around and on the pole followed by a cool down.
The Pole Studio, in Fetcham and Leatherhead, Surrey, offers courses and
1-2-1 lessons for beginners and intermediates and 1-2-1 lessons for advanced
pole dancers.
We have 8 instructors including Alesia Vazmitsel, the World no 3.
Tyne and Wear
Warwickshire
West Midlands
Westmorland
West Sussex
poleconfidence.com
- West Sussex, UK
Pole Confidence offers 1-2-1 lessons for those students who like the idea
of pole dancing but would be nervous about learning in a class environment.
The private lessons are also perfect for anyone who wants a bit of personal
attention looking to progress at a speed and level right for them. Each
lesson is tailored to suit the student's own goals and objectives whether
they are for fitness, fun or a boost in confidence. Jo, Pole Confidence's
chief instructor, is also a qualified motivation and confidence coach and
has been pole dancing for 5 years. Lessons are suitable for complete beginners
to intermediate students and are suitable for all women over 16 no matter
what your shape or size. With Pole Confidence you can learn to be the woman
you want to be!

Wiltshire
Worcestershire
West Yorkshire
Scotland
Central
Dumfries & Galloway
Fife
Grampian
soul-pole.com
- Aberdeen, Scotland, UK
The head instructor and founder of Soul-POLE; Sian has a life time's experience
of dance, 5 years experience with pole dancing. Sian is one of this years'
Winner of 'Grampian Business Awards emerging Entrepreneur of the year'2009
' Sian is also at the final stages of ETM and is a fully qualified RYA Windsurfing
Instructor and PADI Rescue Diver. After gaining so much strength and confidence
from Pole Dancing, Sian decided it was an art she wanted to share with other
women. The aim of Soul-POLE is to promote freedom of expression, fitness,
fun and to help develop student's self-confidence. Sian is also a Reiki
master and has experience in Meditation and Yoga techniques which are all
incorporated in her classes making the class a truly empowering journey.
Sian is also a member of Fitness Federation and Fit Pro register of exercise
professionals. Sian looks forward to welcoming you to her Soul-POLE classes.
Highlands
Lothian
Scottish Borders
Strathclyde
independentpolefitness.com
- Glasgow, Scotland, UK

Tayside
Wales
Clwyd
candy-chrome.co.uk
Buckley, Chester, Frodsham and Queensferry, Wales, UK
Candy & Chrome pole dance studios offer pole dancing lessons in Chester,
Frodsham and Queensferry, with more venues across North Wales and Cheshire
coming soon. We believe that pole dance is for everybody, not just the
fit, the brave and the glamour models so we have devised classes that
will suit everybody.We specialise in teaching small groups ensuring you
get plenty of pole time as well as lots of personal pole tuition from
your instructor.
At Candy & Chrome we only teach pole dance, we are not personal trainers
gone wild, we dont offer every new fitness fad under the sun, we just
teach pole dance fitness exclusively making us knowledgeable experts in
our chosen field and professionals of what we do True explorers of The
Art of Pole. We have only one thing missing.. YOU! So strap on the big
heels and come for a spin with us!

lovespin.co.uk - Flintshire,
North Wales, UK

East Glamorgan
Glamorgan
Gwent
Gwynedd
paganspole.com
- Holyhead, North Wales, UK

Powys
West Glamorgan
Northern Ireland
polerciseltd.com - Belfast,
Newry, Derry, Ireland

International
Europe
Germany
polebatics.de -
Germany, Switzerland, & Austria
Polebatics is Germanys first pole dance concept and was conceived by
Nele Sehrt, the founder of pole dancing for the fitness sector in Germany.
Polebatics includes acrobatic dance elements on the pole for beginners
as well as professionals - and trains strength, flexibility, elegance
and aesthetics. Polebatics consists of more than 300 different moves (climbing,
spins, pole-tricks, floor-work amongst others). Pole Dancing is suitable
for anyone who wants to feel fit and healthy.
Switzerland
polebatics.de -
Germany, Switzerland, & Austria
Polebatics is Germanys first pole dance concept and was conceived by
Nele Sehrt, the founder of pole dancing for the fitness sector in Germany.
Polebatics includes acrobatic dance elements on the pole for beginners
as well as professionals - and trains strength, flexibility, elegance
and aesthetics. Polebatics consists of more than 300 different moves (climbing,
spins, pole-tricks, floor-work amongst others). Pole Dancing is suitable
for anyone who wants to feel fit and healthy.
Italy
Milan Pole dance Studio - Milan, Italy
Austria
polebatics.de -
Germany, Switzerland, & Austria
Polebatics is Germanys first pole dance concept and was conceived by
Nele Sehrt, the founder of pole dancing for the fitness sector in Germany.
Polebatics includes acrobatic dance elements on the pole for beginners
as well as professionals - and trains strength, flexibility, elegance
and aesthetics. Polebatics consists of more than 300 different moves (climbing,
spins, pole-tricks, floor-work amongst others). Pole Dancing is suitable
for anyone who wants to feel fit and healthy.
United States
empowermentthroughexoticdance.com,
Chicago Heights, Illinois, US
Empowerment Through Exotic Dance, Ltd. (ETEDance) was the first pole
dancing school in the Chicago area.
While maintaining high standards of safe pole dance instruction, ETEDance
has trained thousands of women to pole dance with an emphasis on fun,
beautiful choreography and should you choose it, sensuality. Our student
ages have ranged from 18 through 69 and your build or experience doesn't
matter.
We offer classes for absolute beginners through advanced master classes
taught by experienced instructors who show you not only how to dance but
the physics involved in how to spin and invert when you are ready. ETEDance
also offers the first AFAA CEU approved instructor certification program
offered in the Midwest.

polefitnessstudio.com
, Miami Beach,
Florida, US

polekittens.net
- Cinncinati, US

sexysilhouettesbysara.com
- San Diego, California

Canada
Tantra Fitness
- Vancouver, Canada
Tammy Morris, founder of Tantra Fitness has been pole dancing for 15
years. She is a certified fitness instructor and is very passionate about
teaching women the art of Pole Dancing in a safe and comfortable environment.
Tammy was first runner up at the first ever World Competition in 2005
and is now travels the world as an international judge. Tammy now owns
two studio's, one in Vancouver, BC and one in Langley, BC. She has proven
to one of the best pole dancers in the world and one of the most qualified
instructors in Canada.

South Africa
traceysimmonds.com
- Pretoria, SA

Australia
jamilla.com.au
- Sydney, Australia

Singapore
polefessional.com.sg (AcroPilates)
- Singapore

If your school is not on the approved list it may mean that your teacher
is unaware of the PDC - so tell them! - we are internet based and not
everyone uses computers.
Please note that any school can receive PDC approval as long as they
can comply with the PDC code
of conduct for approved dance schools.
Approved Photographer
jasonparlour.com - UK

globaleyephotography.net - Plymouth, Devon, UK

millierobson.com - London, UK

motion-stop.com - Southampton, UK

poledancephotography.com - London, UK

poleXposure.co.uk

Approved Promoters

B & G Events (poledivaschampionships.com)
polepassion.com/comps (Miss
Pole Dance UK)
UKAPP (ukamateurpoleperformer.com)
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