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Aerial Elegance Academy
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Pole studio in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Plan your first class
- Free first class or intro offer new students are welcomed with a free class or a discounted intro pass — check their site to book your very first class
- Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule aerialelegance.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 319-721-3413
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–7:30 am, 5:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–7:30 am, 5:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30–7:30 am, 5:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30–7:30 am, 12:15–1 pm, 5:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–7:30 am |
| Saturday | 9 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they teach
“One of the best places to get a full body workout and have fun doing it.”
“I was scared to try it, but beginners are very welcome and trained in a safe manner to participate in workouts.”
What's on offer
What students say again and again
“Tara is a great teacher and makes sure that she includes skills for each level.”
“Tara made booking easy and the class was so much fun!”
From the reviews
Tara is an incredible instructor! She is so fun and outgoing! I was super nervous doing something like this because I am heavier and she totally made me feel comfortable!I love how I’m given goals that are obtainable and she has so much patience when I’m struggling with something!
Coming from a current student, Tara is the most amazing coach ever! She is incredibly knowledgeable, witty, funny, and a true pleasure to be around. You do not have to worry about judgement here. She makes it very clear that the studio is a "no hate zone". That includes the hate we self impose.
Started 3 months ago and classes have been great. I was worried about being new but Tara was so helpful and I look forward to coming to class every week. If you’re wondering if you should try a class out I highly recommend it!
I have been with Aerial Elegance for 2 years now. I absolutely love it! I have gained so much courage, strength, and confidence. I couldn't ask for a better workout place. This is the perfect place for anyone looking for a workout without having to go into a typical gym setting trying to guess what's best.
Bachelorette & private parties at Aerial Elegance Academy
Aerial Elegance Academy comes up for private parties — confirmed on their own site. A pole party is one of the most-booked ways to celebrate a bachelorette, birthday, or girls' night, and it's a blast even if nobody in the group has ever touched a pole. A few things worth asking when you reach out. First, group size and what's included — most studios run private parties for around 6–15 people with a dedicated instructor, a beginner-friendly routine, and time for photos. Second, the vibe you want — sassy heels-and-flow choreography, playful spins and tricks, or a mix; a good studio tailors it to the guest of honor. Third, booking and pricing — parties are usually a flat package booked in advance, and popular weekend slots fill up fast, so ask about deposits and what to wear (shorts for grip, no lotion). It's beginner-friendly by design, judgment-free, and genuinely fun — exactly the kind of thing everyone talks about afterward.
Your first pole class at Aerial Elegance Academy
Nervous about your first pole class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects total beginners to walk in the door. Here's what to know. You don't need to be strong, flexible, or thin to start — pole builds all of that, and your first class is about learning to spin, walk the pole, and hold on, not inverting on day one. What to expect: a warm-up, some conditioning, and a few basic spins or a short combo — it's a real full-body workout, so expect to sweat and to feel it in your arms and core the next day. Rest whenever you need to; no one is watching or judging. What to wear: shorts and a tank or sports bra — bare skin on your arms, legs, and stomach is what grips the pole, so save the leggings for aerial or floorwork. Skip the lotion the day of class; it makes the pole slippery. Grip aids: most studios keep grip liquid (Dry Hands / iTac) on hand, and knee pads make floorwork comfy — ask at the front desk. What to bring: water and a small towel. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and meet your instructor. It clicks fast — most people leave their first class already planning the next one.