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Bittersweet Studios

4.5 ★★★★★ 263 Google reviews · Pole studio in Jacksonville, Florida

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Co-ed studio offering classes in aerial arts, including pole fitness, silks, and lyra, plus workshops.

Plan your first class

  • Drop-ins drop-ins around $25 — check their schedule; many studios discount your first visit, so ask about the new-student rate
  • Memberships monthly memberships and unlimited plans available — ask how an intro offer credits toward a membership
  • ClassPass classes are bookable on ClassPass — an easy way to try the studio before committing
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  • Website & schedule bittersweetfitstudios.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 904-451-2627

Hours

Monday 6–9 pm
Tuesday 6–9 pm
Wednesday 6–9 pm
Thursday 6–9 pm
Friday 3:30–8 pm
Saturday 10 am–1 pm
Sunday 3–7 pm

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 Bittersweet Studios, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Pole 4 mentions

“From the moment class started, she made the whole vibe feel welcoming and comfortable, which really helped because I was a beginner and didn’t know what to expect.”

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🎀 Aerial Silks 5 mentions

“I recently took an aerial silks class at Bittersweet Studios with Dawn, and I can honestly say it was one of the best fitness experiences I’ve ever had.”

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Aerial Hoop (Lyra) 2 mentions

“I came here for my first Lyra class and to try another pole dance studio and im in love!”

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🧘 Aerial Yoga 2 mentions

“I recently tried aerial yoga for the first time, and it was both challenging and empowering in the best way.”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of Bittersweet Studios — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🎀 Aerial Apparatus 7 mentions

“I recently took an aerial silks class at Bittersweet Studios with Dawn, and I can honestly say it was one of the best fitness experiences I’ve ever had.”

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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 263 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 clean & well-kept 5 mentions

“The studio itself was spotless and inviting, which made the experience even more enjoyable.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“From the moment class started, she made the whole vibe feel welcoming and comfortable, which really helped because I was a beginner and didn’t know what to expect.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 5 mentions

“The instructor, Summer, was patient, encouraging, and made sure everyone felt comfortable, no matter their experience level.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 5 mentions

“I recently tried aerial yoga for the first time, and it was both challenging and empowering in the best way.”

🔥 great full-body workout 3 mentions

“Not only was it fun but it was also challenging which I love whenever I’m learning pole!”

From the reviews

I came here for my first Lyra class and to try another pole dance studio and im in love! Its far from me but it’s still worth the drive as the studio is extremely professional and hands down one of the safest set ones ive been in. The instructors are incredibly skilled and very kind.

★★★★★ — Artkoea, Dec 2025

I came here for a silks class and loved the studio, instructor, and all around experience. The instructor did a great job paying attention to everyone equally and gave us newbies a really fun and somewhat advanced lesson that made us feel like we were really getting to learn and not just kept busy, like some other…

★★★★★ — Ari, Feb 2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had such an amazing experience at Bittersweet Studios! From the moment I walked in, the energy was welcoming, uplifting, and supportive. I recently tried aerial yoga for the first time, and it was both challenging and empowering in the best way.

★★★★★ — Chiquita, Jun 2025

Take whatever class you’re considering! I did my first ever aerial silks class here. Upon entering the door they were very welcoming. Even received a tour of the studio. Very clean and spacious! The class itself was so much fun.

★★★★★ — Zhane, Oct 2025

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Your first pole class at Bittersweet Studios

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 Bittersweet Studios

3738 Southside Blvd #106, Jacksonville, FL32216

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