Home › Illinois › Chicago › Pole Icons
Pole Icons
5 ★★★★★ 195 Google reviews · Pole studio in Chicago, Illinois
Sensual dance studio, welcoming instructors and classes for all ability levels.
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 poleicons.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 312-676-0999
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:45–9:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30–10 pm |
| Friday | 5:15 pm–12 am |
| Saturday | 12 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 10:45 am–5 pm |
The classes they teach
“I look forward to doing the sensual fundamentals that this team offers!”
“We were all coming from out of state and had never tried pole dancing before, but the staff made it the easiest and most fun experience.”
What's on offer
“Pole Icons was the perfect workout for my friend’s bachelorette weekend in Chicago.”
“I was taking Foundations of Pole, and each class I've learned something different.”
“They reflect a sense of community and growth in their everyday actions, making it a magnetic experience that keeps you coming back for more.”
What students say again and again
“There are a ton of different class offerings, the studio space is clean and beautiful, and they host amazing events for Chicagoland performers via Provocateur.”
“You can tell she has incredible skills, but she also knows how to break things down in a way that beginners can understand and enjoy.”
“The instructors are amazing and work with all levels, offering alternatives if you cannot do certain moves.”
“The classes are fun, empowering, and focus on both technique and confidence.”
“The atmosphere is super positive, inclusive, and motivating for all levels.”
From the reviews
One of my favorite pole dance studios in Chicago! The owners and instructor squad is top notch. They reflect a sense of community and growth in their everyday actions, making it a magnetic experience that keeps you coming back for more.
Took five classes with this studio/company and really enjpyed all of the teachers I've worked with. They are very friendly and welcoming. I was taking Foundations of Pole, and each class I've learned something different. It is so so close to the Western stop and easy to take a class after school or work.
I took an Intro class and it was such a great and empowering experience! I was nervous before attending because I don’t have any pole experience, but Margot was so attentive and helpful. The class format was very informative and fun. I felt very supported and excited to learn more about the components of pole.
Pole Icons is an incredible place to learn and grow in pole dance. The instructors are professional, patient, and make you feel comfortable from day one. The classes are fun, empowering, and focus on both technique and confidence. The atmosphere is super positive, inclusive, and motivating for all levels.
Bachelorette & private parties at Pole Icons
Pole Icons 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.
Your first pole class at Pole Icons
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.
More pole studios near Chicago
The Brass Ring
5 ★★★★★ 184 reviews
Unassuming studio offering group pole dancing & aerial fitness classes in an energetic atmosphere.
Stiletto Dance Studios
4.1 ★★★★☆ 48 reviews
Fitness studio offering dance-inspired workouts, including pole dancing, bootcamps & yoga.
Lace and Steel
4.4 ★★★★☆ 46 reviews