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Pole at Play

5 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Pole studio in Olympia, Washington

Pole studio Beginner-friendly

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Hours

Monday 7–8:30 pm
Tuesday 6:30–8 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 6:30–8 pm
Friday 6:30–8:30 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday 7–9 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 Pole at Play, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Pole Fitness 6 mentions

“Cally does an amazing job of creating a welcoming environment and helping students gain strength and confidence.”

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👠 Exotic Pole

“This studio is so much more than a place to learn sexy, fun and exotic pole dancing.”

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🌱 Beginner Pole 4 mentions

“I am consistently impressed with how positive this environment is - I feel like my awkward beginner self and my unabashedly skilled sexual dynamo self are equally welcome here.”

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🌀 Spin Pole 3 mentions

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🤸 Flexibility & Stretch 2 mentions

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of Pole at Play — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🤝 Community Events 10 mentions

“It’s also a community, an event space, a place to grow as a human being, a place to make friends, a place to feel safe and accepted, and a place to call a second home.”

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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 29 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“I am consistently impressed with how positive this environment is - I feel like my awkward beginner self and my unabashedly skilled sexual dynamo self are equally welcome here.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 3 mentions

“The instructors are very patient and willing to go above and beyond for their students.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 9 mentions

“I was really nervous to try pole as I have been struggling with my body image and confidence and wasnt sure if I could even do this type of dance due to my medical history.”

💜 body-positive & judgment-free 6 mentions

“This is by far the most supportive, body positive, and inclusive space I have encountered, and I am so glad it exists in our community!”

🔥 great full-body workout 2 mentions

“It's something that I find really empowering and it's a great workout.”

From the reviews

What a beautiful dance community! I was absolutely brand new to pole dancing and felt such a welcoming, body-positive environment. The owner/instructor Cally will support you in finding what draws you to dance and building that out in your own ways.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Apr 2023

WOW I have been coming to Pole at Play for almost 5 years!! And I don’t plan on stopping. This studio is so much more than a place to learn sexy, fun and exotic pole dancing.

★★★★★ — Jenna, Apr 2023

I attended pole at play for a year or so before they moved into the new building and for a few months after the move. My life has just gotten too busy to continue attendance at the moment. But the new space is amazing and dreamy. The whole community here is wonderful and supportive.

★★★★★ — Shiloh, Apr 2023

I could not be happier with my Pole at Play experience! With an incredibly supportive atmosphere and a knowledgeable teacher, the Pole at Play studio feels like home. I highly recommend this studio and will never stop going. I absolutely adore Cally and my classmates. 💖

★★★★★ — Corynn, Apr 2023

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Your first pole class at Pole at Play

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 Pole at Play

219 Legion Way SW #202, Olympia, WA98501

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