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Aerial Joy
4.9 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · Pole studio in Fort Mill, South Carolina
Plan your first class
- Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule aerialjoy.co — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 803-402-3390
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 12–2 pm, 5:30–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they teach
“Classes are crafted to build skills and strength.”
“They offer beginner friendly classes and create a welcoming environment for newcomers and veterans alike.”
“She is in sling, silks,trapeze, acrobatics, and ballet.”
What's on offer
“My daughter and I love our aerial yoga sessions.”
“When it came to deciding where to have her 6th birthday party, she begged us to do it at Ariel Joy.”
What students say again and again
“They offer beginner friendly classes and create a welcoming environment for newcomers and veterans alike.”
“Meghan and Lorelai were absolutely phenomenal instructors — patient, encouraging, and incredibly skilled.”
“Darby and her team have been so amazing and patient, and they have developed skills and confidence in our child well beyond our expectations in such a short time.”
“It's such a fun experience and a great workout.”
“They offer beginner friendly classes and create a welcoming environment for newcomers and veterans alike.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been interested in learning Aerial skills for quite some time, but many studios we contacted did not offer the option for beginners without dance or gymnastics experience. Mrs.
This is a serious place. The owner/ teacher is hard to find. She is not only very professional but also knows how to teach. We all love her. We got our time and money worth at Aerial Joy.
Aerial Joy is an incredible aerial studio that not only has extremely knowledgeable and experienced staff and coaches, but also fosters an amazing community among its aerialists and their families.
Excellent aerial arts school with friendly, professional staff and a variety of classes to enjoy. They offer opportunities every year for live performances to display and celebrate learned skills! (Photo from sessions offered at the school)
Bachelorette & private parties at Aerial Joy
Aerial Joy 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 Joy
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.
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