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Bees Knees Burlesque and Pole Academy
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Pole studio in Cortland, New York
Plan your first class
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule beeskneesbabes.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (315) 567-5383
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 10 AM–3 PM |
The classes they teach
“I even joined her for a Strength & Stretch class with Jess, and I was honestly impressed—not just with the class itself, but with the positive, supportive atmosphere.”
What's on offer
“I even joined her for a Strength & Stretch class with Jess, and I was honestly impressed—not just with the class itself, but with the positive, supportive atmosphere.”
What students say again and again
“Tessa really tries to keep a diverse and inclusive portfolio of talent and it shows.”
“I even joined her for a Strength & Stretch class with Jess, and I was honestly impressed—not just with the class itself, but with the positive, supportive atmosphere.”
From the reviews
This is a beautiful dance studio on the third floor of the corset building. The ladies are warm and friendly. I have had a great time taking classes here! Danielle St. Velvet's Burlesque class is amazing!
As a dad, it’s been really meaningful to see how much my daughter has grown since joining Bee’s Knees Burlesque Academy. She always has such great things to say about her experience there.
I have been an active student and collaborator with Tessa and Jo of Bees Knees Burlesque Academy for two years, and known them much longer. Taking Burlesque classes with them changed my life for the FAR better!
Great studio, positive energy, with tons of options for all styles of dance. Pricing is reasonable with lots of options for class packs or memberships to fit a majority of budgets. The instructors themselves have experience and backgrounds in performing, working, and can teach all kinds of levels and body types.
Your first pole class at Bees Knees Burlesque and Pole 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.
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