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Dollhouse Pole Dance Studio

4.6 ★★★★★ 98 Google reviews · Pole studio in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Pole studio Free first class Parties & events Beginner-friendly

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
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  • Website & schedule poledanceminneapolis.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 10:30 am–1 pm, 4:30–9:30 pm
Tuesday 12–1 pm, 5–9:30 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am–1 pm, 4:30–9:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am–1 pm, 4:30–9:30 pm
Friday 10:30 am–1 pm, 3:30–9:30 pm
Saturday 9 am–2:30 am
Sunday 9 am–3:30 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 Dollhouse Pole Dance Studio, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Pole 10 mentions

“Booked a beginner class for my sister's bachelorette party - there were 9 of us in total and we had the best time learning from Nicki!”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of Dollhouse Pole Dance Studio — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🔓 Open Pole Practice 2 mentions

“The room in the back for open pole is great too if you don’t have a pole at home, it has definitely helped me progress.”

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🎉 Private Parties 2 mentions

“Booked a beginner class for my sister's bachelorette party - there were 9 of us in total and we had the best time learning from Nicki!”

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🤝 Community Events 4 mentions

“I’ve had several different instructors and attended couple of different classes (both drop in and workshops) and always had an amazing experience.”

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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 98 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 11 mentions

“Booked a beginner class for my sister's bachelorette party - there were 9 of us in total and we had the best time learning from Nicki!”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 7 mentions

“The instructors are amazing, and the friends I’ve made at the studio are some of the most supportive and encouraging people I’ve ever met.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 4 mentions

“Her tips and corrections are on point every time, and they’ve really helped me to feel confident about moving up to higher level classes!”

💜 body-positive & judgment-free 4 mentions

“The environment is body positive, judgement free, and I walk away feeling so empowered after class.”

🔥 great full-body workout 3 mentions

“So much fun, would totally go again, also such a good workout, prepare to SWEAT”

From the reviews

I've been taking classes at dollhouse for a little over a year and it's been the best experience! The instructors are friendly, supportive, and knowledgeable. The environment is body positive, judgement free, and I walk away feeling so empowered after class.

★★★★★ — Katelyn, Oct 2023

Just finished an intro level drop in class with Nicki, and it was amazing. Nicki is SO GOOD at teaching beginners. Her tips and corrections are on point every time, and they’ve really helped me to feel confident about moving up to higher level classes! Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Libby, Jan 2025

20/10, my first class was with Nicki and she is amazing and great and what she does! Everyone is so sweet and fun and even though it’s as challenging as it is they truly make it easy and a fun experience!

★★★★★ — Makensie, Mar 2025

Started coming here last month and I’ve loved everything about it! Nicki and Jess are fabulous teachers. I love getting to know the staff and they love to answer any questions or give referrals! Perfect for complete beginners- come as you are, no judgement, all kinds of body types and shapes!

★★★★★ — Anthony, Jan 2023

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Bachelorette & private parties at Dollhouse Pole Dance Studio

Dollhouse Pole Dance Studio comes up for private parties, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.

See their parties & events info

Your first pole class at Dollhouse Pole Dance Studio

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 Dollhouse Pole Dance Studio

1517 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN55413

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