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Athena Vertical Dance
4.8 ★★★★★ 130 Google reviews · Pole studio in Tacoma, Washington
Plan your first class
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- Website & schedule athenaverticaldance.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 360-621-5177
Hours
| Monday | 1:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 1:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 1:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 1:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–7 pm |
The classes they teach
“I have always wanted to try so I finally booked a Sensual Flow class this week.”
“The beginner classes are taught in a way where I feel challenged but I can do it.”
“I particularly appreciated how the moves we learned were seamlessly incorporated into a combo at the end!”
“I've been taking Lyra since January 2024.”
“I attended strength and flexibility training with Mireya.”
What's on offer
“I've been taking Lyra since January 2024.”
“I attended strength and flexibility training with Mireya.”
“The classes are great, the community and teachers are supportive of everyone, regardless of gender, size or whatever.”
What students say again and again
“She knew it was my first time in the studio and made sure to show me where things were, how things worked, give an intro on the class, and made me feel welcome.”
“the studio is inclusive of all identities which i find extremely comforting as a thicker woman of color.”
“It's a place where you feel comfortable and able to just be yourself and have fun while getting a great workout.”
“The classes are great, the community and teachers are supportive of everyone, regardless of gender, size or whatever.”
From the reviews
I had my first class yesterday with Kimberly and it was amazing! 😍 Not only is it a great work out that had me sweating, it was fun and very informative - she was explaining why certain moves are done in specific ways to not hurt yourself.
I've been taking Lyra since January 2024. I have absolutely loved every class. Tasia my instructor is fun and upbeat, talented and just a wonderful human. The other students in-class are positive and encouraging. It's a great workout that is challenging and rewarding.
I loved the small class size, the amount of care and patience placed on individualized instruction , and competency and structure provided by the instructor.
I attended strength and flexibility training with Mireya. Mireya was very kind and in tune to each students needs, and gave us constructive criticism on form, which I really appreciate.
Your first pole class at Athena Vertical Dance
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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