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Pura Vida Studio
5 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Pole studio in Cary, North Carolina
Aerial acrobatic classes for adults and kids, including yoga and private lessons.
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
- Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule puravidastudionc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 919-818-5886
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–5 pm |
The classes they teach
“It's a WAY better workout than I had anticipated - it really is a full body workout and requires a ton of strength and stamina.”
“If you’re a beginner and thinking about trying aerial or a more advanced aerialist looking for a studio that feels like home, this is the place!”
“I have loved all of my classes that I took at Pura Vida, and as a silks student, it feels like the perfect mix of challenging and accessible.”
“I reached out to Alicia after taking a random aerial yoga class when I was away in the Berkshires and she was so informative about all the options Pura Vida offers.”
What's on offer
“I reached out to Alicia after taking a random aerial yoga class when I was away in the Berkshires and she was so informative about all the options Pura Vida offers.”
“My 14 year old daughter wanted to have a birthday party at a studio with aerial silks classes.”
“I'm not young so this was a scary endeavor for me but Alicia has created the most amazing and inclusive community, allowing all people to be comfortable and feel safe.”
What students say again and again
“Not only was it was affordable, but the staff is super kind, accommodating, and the space is really clean.”
“We have found the owner to be an amazing teacher who is extremely nurturing and patient with the students.”
“It's been great for my body and my mind and after just under 2 months I can already feel myself getting stronger, more flexible, and more confident.”
“I'm not young so this was a scary endeavor for me but Alicia has created the most amazing and inclusive community, allowing all people to be comfortable and feel safe.”
“It's a WAY better workout than I had anticipated - it really is a full body workout and requires a ton of strength and stamina.”
From the reviews
Absolutely love Pura Vida Studio NC! I’ve had the pleasure of both working and attending aerial classes here, and I can’t recommend it enough. There are inherent risks with aerial and safety is a top priority here. There are layers and layers of safety systems. The studio is always immaculately clean.
On a scale of cotton candy to Brussels sprouts, Pura Vida Studio is asparagus. Fresh, strong, bright. I scheduled a private for Saturday morning with instructor Abby, and I couldn't have been happier. Upon my arrival, we discussed my experience and she asked what I was wanting for our time together.
Pura Vida has been perhaps the single best decision I've made since proposing to my partner of 7 years last summer. I have been searching for a way to get back into fitness for a long time now, and I've really struggled to find something that I could stick to. I do NOT like working out.
I LOVE Pura Vida Studio. The location is welcoming, the instructors are so kind, respectful, and inclusive, and the owner is communicative and understanding. I have loved all of my classes that I took at Pura Vida, and as a silks student, it feels like the perfect mix of challenging and accessible.
Bachelorette & private parties at Pura Vida Studio
Pura Vida 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 Pura Vida 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.
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