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Hustle and Flow

4.9 ★★★★★ 108 Google reviews · Pole studio in Portland, Maine

Parties & events Beginner-friendly

Yoga, dance, fitness and movement class studio, with private options.

Plan your first class

  • Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule hustleflowstudio.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 207-632-4789

Hours

Monday 6:30 am–8:15 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am–9:45 pm
Wednesday 6:30 am–8:15 pm
Thursday 7:30 am–9:45 pm
Friday 7:30 am–9:15 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–11:15 pm
Sunday 8:15 am–6:30 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 Hustle and Flow, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Pole Fitness 2 mentions

“My sisters, mother, and scheduled a private group pole fitness class while visiting Portland for my mom’s “bachelorette” weekend.”

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👠 Exotic Pole

“Whoever said pole was easy is lying, it works your muscles but in a sensual way.”

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🌱 Beginner Pole 2 mentions

“From my very first class, Stephanie (the owner and also an instructor) has been sooo friendly, warm, and welcoming.”

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What's on offer

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

🎉 Private Parties 4 mentions

“I've been going to Pole classes with Victoria at Hustle and Flow for a few months now and recently we were lucky to do a private party with her teaching.”

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🚪 Changing Rooms

“A little advice to newbies there is 1 bathroom / no locker room area, just come prepared if possible.”

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🤝 Community Events 9 mentions

“Joyful, inspiring instructors, body-positive vibes, great music, perfect way to exercise and find community.”

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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 108 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“It’s okay to go in alone and to be nervous! They will welcome you with open arms and make you feel safe and comfortable to be yourself.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 4 mentions

“Joyful, inspiring instructors, body-positive vibes, great music, perfect way to exercise and find community.”

💜 body-positive & judgment-free 3 mentions

“It’s a really *inclusive* type of studio that makes you feel comfortable just being who you are/putting yourself out there (and it’s super fun!”

🔥 great full-body workout 2 mentions

“I highly recommend doing classes here, it's fun and a good workout!”

strong community vibe 13 mentions

“From my very first class, Stephanie (the owner and also an instructor) has been sooo friendly, warm, and welcoming.”

From the reviews

I should’ve written a review long before this. I started taking classes in August 2022 and since then I have become extremely obsessed and try to go to as many classes as I can/ can afford!

★★★★★ — Allison, Oct 2022

I have been going to Hustle and Flow for a year and a half and I'm so happy about it. I walk home after class with a smile on my face. Where it's held has great energy with big windows, hard wood floors and the music we dance too is always on point! The owner, Steph, who teaches many classes is a gem!

★★★★★ — Kimberly, Apr 2024

I came to a pole class while on a trip- I'll definitely be back! Welcoming, supportive, multiple options for folks at different levels. I signed up for a class with experience needed and the studio reached out beforehand to check in with me to make sure I saw that, definitely going the extra mile.

★★★★★ — Ivanna, Sep 2025

Hands down my favorite place/community in Portland! I've been going to Hustle and Flow for a few years now and LOVE it! I was warmly welcomed into the community. Not only are the classes amazing, the people/ community are absolutely wonderful. Steph is a star and has crafted a beautiful and safe space.

★★★★★ — Nadi, May 2023

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Bachelorette & private parties at Hustle and Flow

Hustle and Flow comes up for private parties — confirmed on their own site. 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.

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Your first pole class at Hustle and Flow

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 Hustle and Flow

155 Brackett St, Portland, ME04102

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