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Great Lakes Circus Center
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Pole studio in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Plan your first class
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- Website & schedule greatlakescircuscenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 1–3 pm |
The classes they teach
“Katherine, Jenn and Sabrina are such amazing instructors that they have given me the confidence not only to try new things but also to build my strength.”
“Youth and adult classes in several disciplines, many of which are beginner friendly (as in, “I can’t even do a pull up” friendly).”
“I was always drawn to aerial silks but wasn’t sure if it was something I could do personally.”
“They have classes in silks, trapeze, Lyra, flow arts/juggling, rope, flexibility, etc.”
“They have classes in silks, trapeze, Lyra, flow arts/juggling, rope, flexibility, etc.”
What's on offer
“I was always drawn to aerial silks but wasn’t sure if it was something I could do personally.”
“The instructors are knowledgeable and safety focused, and there's a great community of regular and drop-in students.”
What students say again and again
“Youth and adult classes in several disciplines, many of which are beginner friendly (as in, “I can’t even do a pull up” friendly).”
“Katherine, Jenn and Sabrina are such amazing instructors that they have given me the confidence not only to try new things but also to build my strength.”
“The instructors are very knowledgeable and friendly, the variety of classes available is exciting, and the other students are so welcoming.”
From the reviews
I was always drawn to aerial silks but wasn’t sure if it was something I could do personally. Katherine, Jenn and Sabrina are such amazing instructors that they have given me the confidence not only to try new things but also to build my strength. I have become completely hooked now and love the friends I have made.
Best circus gym in Grand Rapids! Youth and adult classes in several disciplines, many of which are beginner friendly (as in, “I can’t even do a pull up” friendly). Also has the tallest ceilings of any of the local circus gyms for those of us more along in our practice.
I have known these excellent instructors for many years now. They have great depth of knowledge and an ability to communicate with different kinds of learners. Safety is very important and they know how to spot properly as well as make sure students are safe as they execute skills in the air.
Staff was awesome! Felt very welcomed and encouraged throughout my class! Would be fun for people to try with a group of friends!
Your first pole class at Great Lakes Circus Center
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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