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Pole Play
4.6 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · Pole studio in Raleigh, North Carolina
Plan your first class
- Free first class or intro offer new students are welcomed with a free class or a discounted intro pass — check their site to book your very first class
- Drop-ins drop-ins around $18 — check their schedule; many studios discount your first visit, so ask about the new-student rate
- Memberships monthly memberships and unlimited plans available — ask how an intro offer credits toward a membership
- Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
- Website & schedule poleplayfitness.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (919) 578-4162
The classes they teach
“The instructors at Pole Play are truly interested in helping their students reach their pole fitness goals.”
“I also love that it’s one person per pole and that they offer both skill classes (no choreo) and exotic classes (choreo).”
“I was completely new to pole dancing when I started here.”
What's on offer
“This studio understands and teaches the mechanics of properly dancing in heels.”
“There is also a huge changing room that you can put your stuff in and hang up your coat.”
“Their prices are more than reasonable, especially considering what boutique fitness costs these days.”
“It will do wonders for your confidence, your mind/body connection, and provide you with a loving community you never knew you needed.”
What students say again and again
“It is a gorgeous space that is clean and inviting and most importantly, the instructors are super welcoming and encouraging to every student that comes to class.”
“This is my first experience with any type of dance and I have felt welcomed and celebrated from day one (even when I was really bad lol).”
“The instructors at pole play fitness are amazing and they have challenged me to achieve levels of fitness I didn't think possible!”
“Even though I’m only able to make it about once a week, I’ve seen real progress—not just physically, but in my confidence and self-expression too.”
“It will do wonders for your confidence, your mind/body connection, and provide you with a loving community you never knew you needed.”
From the reviews
I was completely new to pole dancing when I started here. I’ve not only learned so much since I started but I’ve also regained my self-confidence and found many new friends. This is a wonderful, judgement free environment! Everyone is so supportive and encouraging- I cannot say enough great things about them.
I’ve been going to PPF for almost 6 months. I found it a little challenging at first, as someone with no pole or dance experience (or coordination in general!), but now it’s one of the things I look forward to most during the week.
I started my pole journey almost a year ago after booking a “moms day” party for my girlfriends—and I’ve been hooked ever since! What began as a fun outing turned into something I genuinely love.
This place is amazing and the instructors are very welcoming... The type of people that go here are really chill and you learn a lot. Definitely recommend. Edit: it's been a while so I'm updating.
Bachelorette & private parties at Pole Play
Pole Play 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 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.
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