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Awakenings Pole Dance Fitness
4.8 ★★★★★ 280 Google reviews · Pole studio in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Studio for pole dancing and aerial arts including fitness and dance classes.
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 awakeningspolefitness.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (484) 800-1807
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
The classes they teach
“You DO NOT need strength to start pole or aerials - you will truly build it along the way and be amazed at what you can do!”
“I started the beginner pole series last week and from the moment I walked in I knew this was the place for me.”
What's on offer
“I just have to say I never leave reviews however my bridal party just did part of my bachelorette here and we did a private glow party!”
“I enrolled in a six week beginner series three years ago and haven’t looked back since!”
“Aside from the amazing instructors, the Awakenings community is so incredibly warm, welcoming, accepting and supportive.”
What students say again and again
“I started the beginner pole series last week and from the moment I walked in I knew this was the place for me.”
“Aside from the amazing instructors, the Awakenings community is so incredibly warm, welcoming, accepting and supportive.”
“I thought it would be really hard but working with my instructor and her showing me and actually participating right by my side, my confidence level shot through the roof!”
“What really stands and the reason why I go here is the energy and tone, each instructor brings their authentic self, the atmosphere is inclusive and diverse.”
“I thought it would be really hard but working with my instructor and her showing me and actually participating right by my side, my confidence level shot through the roof!”
From the reviews
I absolutely love Awakenings! It has contributed to my pole journey to grow stronger and even more confident in myself! I love taking classes from Jenna! Her warm, bright, and positive attitude has contributed greatly to my success thus far!
I love this place! The instructors are wonderful and everyone is so friendly 😁 I have gotten back into fitness and healthier eating habits just by going to classes here 1-2 times a week. I drive about an hr just to go here. Yes, it is that great of a place!
Went to my first class today and loved it so much I felt moved to leave a review. I’m doing the six week beginners course with Heather. She is lovely, the studio is beautiful, and it was super comfortable and fun. Small class size which I love.
This studio is of the highest quality. The space is beautifully decorated and the whole place exudes confidence building vibes. Classes run at the same time without overpowering each other and it is easy to feel surrounded by a supportive environment.
Bachelorette & private parties at Awakenings Pole Dance Fitness
Awakenings Pole Dance Fitness 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 Awakenings Pole Dance Fitness
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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