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Lloyd Athletic Club

4.6 ★★★★★ 824 Google reviews · Pole studio in Portland, Oregon

Beginner-friendly

Fun-focused gym offering a range of classes for all abilities, modern machines & an on-site bar.

Plan your first class

  • Showers showers on site — handy if you're heading somewhere after class, so bring a change of clothes
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule lloydathleticclub.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (503) 287-4594

Hours

Monday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Friday 5:30 AM–9:30 PM
Saturday 7 AM–8 PM
Sunday 7 AM–8 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 Lloyd Athletic Club, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Pole Fitness 4 mentions

“He created a routine focused on strength, stamina, and flexibility, all in a way that felt intentional and supportive of my body.”

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🤸 Flexibility & Stretch

“He created a routine focused on strength, stamina, and flexibility, all in a way that felt intentional and supportive of my body.”

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What's on offer

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

🚿 Showers 3 mentions

“The steam room is super steamy and the hot tub is hot and the showers have good pressure.”

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🚪 Changing Rooms 4 mentions

“A comfortable and spacious place to work out and use the sauna/newly restored hot tub (huge asset that LAC supplies towels for the locker room).”

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🤝 Community Events 6 mentions

“He creates custom work outs, adding variety and challenges, but being sensitive to any concerns or body pains.”

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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 824 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 clean & well-kept 9 mentions

“Sometimes I even finish my session with a beer (the tap lines taste clean and the beer is fresh) and relax watching whatever sport is on the tv.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 6 mentions

“He also encouraged me to stay present in my body, regularly checking in and asking what I was feeling, which made the experience feel both effective and empowering.”

🔥 great full-body workout 3 mentions

“My morning classes with Rissa (Mobility Yoga) and Jennifer (Gentle Yoga) have made my core stronger and my joints much more nimble and flexible.”

strong community vibe 17 mentions

“He created a routine focused on strength, stamina, and flexibility, all in a way that felt intentional and supportive of my body.”

🚿 clean showers & amenities 9 mentions

“A comfortable and spacious place to work out and use the sauna/newly restored hot tub (huge asset that LAC supplies towels for the locker room).”

From the reviews

Love this gym! My morning classes with Rissa (Mobility Yoga) and Jennifer (Gentle Yoga) have made my core stronger and my joints much more nimble and flexible. Thank you both for your excellent pointers…always gently guiding my form into the correct places. I feel welcomed and well supported in both classes.

★★★★★ — K, Apr 2026

I've been going to Justin's Senior Fitness class for several years now, and will shortly be moving away from Portland to be nearer our daughter and grandson in California. I'll miss many things about Portland, but near the top of my list is this class!

★★★★★ — Jane, Apr 2026

Antonio was an incredible personal trainer. I came in with a very specific goal, and he took the time to truly listen and build a customized program tailored exactly to what I needed. He created a routine focused on strength, stamina, and flexibility, all in a way that felt intentional and supportive of my body.

★★★★★ — Julene, Mar 2026

Lloyd Athletic Club has been a true positive in my life since 2014. It is spacious, full of excellent equipment and the nicest staff. I have enjoyed many classes as well as individual training. Justin Olson was the first group teacher I got to know. He is very good at leading and encouraging everyone he works with.

★★★★★ — Lee, Apr 2026

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Your first pole class at Lloyd Athletic Club

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 — there are showers on site if you need one after. 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 Lloyd Athletic Club

815 NE Halsey St Suite B Studio 1, Portland, OR97232

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