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Dance Branson School of the Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Pole studio in Branson, Missouri

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“The entire staff is awesome, helpful, knowledgeable, encouraging and friendly.”

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This is our 8th year at Dance Branson, and it has become like a second home for my two girls. The entire staff is awesome, helpful, knowledgeable, encouraging and friendly.They make efforts to get to know kids on a personal level and aim to better them inside and outside of dance.

★★★★★ — Tatiana, May 2023

13 years of training, growing, learning, resilience and friendships. What started for fun became a professional possibility and a dream, out girls found their passion and love for all forms of art from dance to theater. Whether you want to have fun or grow into a profession, there's something for everyone.

★★★★★ — Megan, Jun 2026

Welcomed my family with open arms. We immediately felt at home. Lots of patience with little ones and super encouraging for older kids.

★★★★★ — Misty, Jul 2023

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Your first pole class at Dance Branson School of the Arts

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 Dance Branson School of the Arts

4440 Gretna Rd, Branson, MO65616

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