Pole Dance Community Approved

Pole Dancing Schools

Here is a list of pole dancing schools, pole dancing photographers and pole dancing promoters.

Those schools that have committed to abide by the PDC code of conduct may display the PDC approved logo on their premises, website and promotional material. By applying for PDC approval, they have shown a commitment to fair play and professionalism and we are happy to recommend them to you. Simply click their link to be taken to their site.

If you are a student who wishes to give feedback on any particular school / teacher we welcome your comments, just contact us at any time.

If you run a pole dancing school and would like to be PDC approved, simply check that you can comply with the PDC code of conduct, then apply. Application is free and should take no more than 5 minutes of your time.

Click on the UK counties below to find a PDC Approved school.

For PDC approved schools not in the UK, please scroll to the bottom of this page.

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

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

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

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

Italy
Milan Pole dance Studio - Milan, Italy

Austria
polebatics.de - Germany, Switzerland, & Austria

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