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Nikki's Independent Pole Studio
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Pole studio in Davenport, Iowa
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 nikkispolestudio.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they teach
“Nikki is a very talented and encouraging instructor who is great at teaching no matter your strength level!”
“I like the beginner choreo and floor play class a lot!”
“This studio is where you want to be if you want to grow in strength, confidence, and flexibility.”
What's on offer
“Just celebrated a Bachelorette Party for my sister and law to be with a pole dancing class at Nikki's and it was AMAZING!”
“She has created an inviting, inclusive environment that allows students to be themselves and feel welcomed into the community, from daily classes to fun workshop offerings.”
What students say again and again
“Nikki is an amazing instructor, creates an environment of body positivity and learning that one is more capable of than one thinks.”
“This studio is where you want to be if you want to grow in strength, confidence, and flexibility.”
“She has created an inviting, inclusive environment that allows students to be themselves and feel welcomed into the community, from daily classes to fun workshop offerings.”
“She has created an inviting, inclusive environment that allows students to be themselves and feel welcomed into the community, from daily classes to fun workshop offerings.”
From the reviews
As an older woman I understand the stigma pole dance can hold but I’m here to tell you this is the most freeing accepting liberated space to express and explore movement and dance. Not to mention the instructor is knowledgeable and contientous. A really great find in the Quad City area!
Just celebrated a Bachelorette Party for my sister and law to be with a pole dancing class at Nikki's and it was AMAZING! Nikki is so personable, she put us all at ease immediately.
Nikki is a great instructor! She has a talent for teaching and breaking things down! I've gained so much strength and confidence while having fun doing it. I highly recommend her classes to anyone! Edit: 3 years later and my dad now loves me. Thanks pole dancing!
This place is definitely the best in the quad cities. The poles are tall, the instructor is beyond qualified and teaches better than any previous pole instructors I’ve had. The facility is clean and the atmosphere is encouraging. Would definitely recommend.
Bachelorette & private parties at Nikki's Independent Pole Studio
Nikki's Independent Pole 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.
Your first pole class at Nikki's Independent Pole 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.