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Lovely Lioness Pole Dance & Aerial Fitness

4.7 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · Pole studio in Union City, New Jersey

Pole studio Aerial arts too Beginner-friendly

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Hours

Monday 6–10 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am–12:30 pm, 6–10 pm
Wednesday 6–10 pm
Thursday 10:30 am–12:30 pm, 6–10 pm
Friday 6–10 pm
Saturday 11 am–1:30 pm
Sunday Closed

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 Lovely Lioness Pole Dance & Aerial Fitness, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Pole 9 mentions

“The first pole class I went to at another place (not lovely lioness) said I couldn't do pole due to my weight and I had to go back when I lost it.”

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🌀 Spin Pole 3 mentions

“I have been coming to this studio mainly for Open Studio sessions but have also taken a couple other classes (Chair and Dynamic Pole Combos).”

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🎀 Aerial Silks 3 mentions

“I've taken pole, silks and chair classes here and they've all been great.”

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Aerial Hoop (Lyra) 3 mentions

“I started with Intro to Lyra classes with Zz - she is a great instructor.”

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🤸 Flexibility & Stretch 2 mentions

“I have been attending weekly intro pole dancing classes for 10 weeks, I have taken the chair dance class and the floor flexibility class.”

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🪑 Chair Dance 2 mentions

“I have been attending weekly intro pole dancing classes for 10 weeks, I have taken the chair dance class and the floor flexibility class.”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of Lovely Lioness Pole Dance & Aerial Fitness — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🎀 Aerial Apparatus 3 mentions

“I started with Intro to Lyra classes with Zz - she is a great instructor.”

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🔓 Open Pole Practice 3 mentions

“I have been coming to this studio mainly for Open Studio sessions but have also taken a couple other classes (Chair and Dynamic Pole Combos).”

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🤸 Flexibility Training

“I have been attending weekly intro pole dancing classes for 10 weeks, I have taken the chair dance class and the floor flexibility class.”

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🌱 Beginner Program 3 mentions

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🤝 Community Events 5 mentions

“I sincerely recommend giving this studio a try because I think you might fall in love with pole dancing and their community the same way that I have.”

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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 54 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“I was craving something new and exciting, so in August I bought the beginners package because of amazing value.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 6 mentions

“All of the instructors are great, and the owner is down-to-earth and seems really invested in making the studios a good community.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 6 mentions

“I can’t recommend this place enough, the environment is incredibly welcoming and the instructors so empowering 💪”

💜 body-positive & judgment-free 3 mentions

“I love this place for being body positive, I personally never felt as great or “sexy” as I do in these classes.”

strong community vibe 14 mentions

“Also, what I really like about Lovely Lioness is that the studio is extremely spacious (besides all the other things like great instructors, friendly atmosphere etc.”

From the reviews

I have been attending weekly intro pole dancing classes for 10 weeks, I have taken the chair dance class and the floor flexibility class. All of these classes have been great and I highly recommend trying them. First of all, I’m new in town and don’t know anyone so I took my very first pole class by myself.

★★★★★ — Ashley, Dec 2021

I am SO happy I found this studio 6 months ago. It truly changed my life for the better. Not only I lost weight and started to feel more confident and graceful, but I also met a lot of friends there. I started with Intro to Lyra classes with Zz - she is a great instructor.

★★★★★ — Nadia, Jun 2024

Ah where to even begin here with Lovely Lioness? My first impression after walking in was that this is by far the most gorgeous (and dare I say, instagrammable?) studio in Northern NJ.

★★★★★ — Zz, Feb 2021

The first pole class I went to at another place (not lovely lioness) said I couldn't do pole due to my weight and I had to go back when I lost it. Ive always had a dream to become an instructor. This place is amazing and anyone of any size or shapes can join. I had to tell my friends and they just started coming here.

★★★★★ — Tabitha, Jun 2021

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Your first pole class at Lovely Lioness Pole Dance & Aerial Fitness

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 Lovely Lioness Pole Dance & Aerial Fitness

600 Palisade Ave #426, Union City, NJ07087

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