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Ranging Poler
5 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Pole studio in Wood River, Illinois
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 rangingpoler.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 2–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 2–9 pm |
The classes they teach
“I also learned many conditionings from her that I can practice on my own to strengthen my base and achieve my pole goals.”
“I’ve had to go back to the basics and I genuinely am impressed at how fun and interesting she made things that are generally so overlooked in “beginner” classes.”
“I have had a couple of online lessons with Ieva, including a stretch & strength class and a spin pole class.”
“Did the spinal awakening, guide to mindful backbends course and i absolutely loved it!”
What's on offer
“I have had a couple of online lessons with Ieva, including a stretch & strength class and a spin pole class.”
What students say again and again
“I’ve had a few 1-2-1 sessions with Ieva and can confidently say that she is an amazing instructor!”
“Each class pushes me, teaches me something new, and leaves me feeling strong, proud, and accomplished.”
“She's fun, supportive and caring and seems to genuinely love passing on her knowledge to her students, supporting them to interpret that knowledge in their own unique ways.”
From the reviews
I attended a stretching class led by this absolutely amazing instructor. They were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout the session, and I can't recommend them enough. Their warm personality, clear instructions, individual attention, and genuine care for everyone that attended the session makes them a true gem.
Booked stretch lessons for a bad back expecting something basic but got a personalised routine. Such a friendly and professional instructor would highly recommend ranging poler for any fitness needs.
I have had a couple of online lessons with Ieva, including a stretch & strength class and a spin pole class. I highly recommend both of them! I absolutely love her teaching style, it is fun and engaging and refreshingly different to the ones I am used to.
I’ve had a few 1-2-1 sessions with Ieva and can confidently say that she is an amazing instructor! She tailors her conditioning exercises to the lesson content which I love and her ability to cue you with quirky prompts helps so much in executing new moves.
Bachelorette & private parties at Ranging Poler
Ranging Poler 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 Ranging Poler
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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