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ArtFit | Martial Arts & Dance Studio

4.9 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Pole studio in Lubbock, Texas

Aerial arts too Beginner-friendly

Pole, burlesque and belly-dancing classes are offered at this laid-back studio, along with aerial silks and karate.

Plan your first class

Hours

Monday 5–9 pm
Tuesday 5–8 pm
Wednesday 5–9 pm
Thursday 5–9 pm
Friday 5–8 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, workshops, and class schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they teach

Pole and aerial classes on the schedule at ArtFit | Martial Arts & Dance Studio, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Pole Fitness 7 mentions

“I have a medical condition that restricts my hand movement and strength and Olivia is always coming up with new ways to help me perform silks with my limitations.”

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🌱 Beginner Pole 4 mentions

“It's a place for beginners but you can become as advanced as you want.”

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🎀 Aerial Silks 8 mentions

“I have a medical condition that restricts my hand movement and strength and Olivia is always coming up with new ways to help me perform silks with my limitations.”

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🤸 Flexibility & Stretch

“She also teaches Burlesque, Flexibility, Boot Camp, and does personal training.”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of ArtFit | Martial Arts & Dance Studio — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🎀 Aerial Apparatus

“I recommend the pole fitness and aerial silks class to ANYONE, regardless of shape/size/fitness level!”

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💻 Livestream & On-Demand

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🤝 Community Events 8 mentions

“The community for women here is unmatched, as is everything they offer the Lubbock area, all in one place!”

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Amenities are mined from reviews and the studio's own info — they tell you what students have experienced, not a formal guarantee. If something is a dealbreaker (grip aids, showers, private parties), confirm it with the studio before you go.

What students say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 36 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“It's a place for beginners but you can become as advanced as you want.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 8 mentions

“The instructors have amazing skills and are ready to help with anything you need, from teaching technical detail to helping you push past self-imposed limits.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 5 mentions

“I have become stronger physically, learned how to be patient with myself and my progress, gained new levels of confidence and have a clearer mind.”

🔥 great full-body workout 6 mentions

“I have become stronger physically, learned how to be patient with myself and my progress, gained new levels of confidence and have a clearer mind.”

strong community vibe 17 mentions

“If karate is not your cup of tea, there's plenty of options that may interest you and your whole family in this fun and safe environment.”

From the reviews

I came to Artfit not knowing what to expect. I had just moved to Lubbock. I was dealing with a lot of stress, emotionally worn out and unhappy with how I looked. In an effort to tackle at least one of these issues I decided to go to a conventional gym.

★★★★★ — Nae, Dec 2020

I highly recommend Artfit. It is a really fun, unique place. No matter what package you purchase, you can try any class you want with it- and there are MANY options. You never get bored working out there which helps you stick to your fitness goals.

★★★★★ — Emily, Apr 2018

I have lots of experience in the martial arts having practiced and taught for years. I was looking for a place for my 8 year old son to learn karate and visited nearly every dojo in Lubbock before trying out Sensei Bushey's class. We have been very impressed.

★★★★★ — David, Jul 2015

This place is not only professional but they make you feel like family. Very well educated in what they teach. My son loves this place and his sensei's. He can't wait to go back each class. Sensei Walt is amazing with kids as well as adults.

★★★★★ — Amanda, Jul 2025

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Your first pole class at ArtFit | Martial Arts & Dance Studio

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.

Pole is for every body, and it's about strength, artistry, and confidence — not performing for anyone else. If you're pregnant or working around an injury, check with a doctor and let your instructor know so they can offer modifications.

Where to find ArtFit | Martial Arts & Dance Studio

1102 Slide Rd, Lubbock, TX79416

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