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San Francisco Pole + Dance

4.9 ★★★★★ 80 Google reviews · Pole studio in San Francisco, California

Pole studio Free first class Aerial arts too Beginner-friendly

Dance studio with private & group classes using acrobatic moves on poles & aerial hoops.

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
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  • Website & schedule poleanddancestudios.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (415) 657-6339

Hours

Monday 6 AM–11 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–11 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–11 PM
Thursday 6 AM–11 PM
Friday 6 AM–11 PM
Saturday 6 AM–11 PM
Sunday 6 AM–11 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 San Francisco Pole + Dance, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Pole Fitness 2 mentions

“New respect for all who do this - it's fun but requires serious strength!”

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👠 Exotic Pole 3 mentions

“I took her Heels Choreo class and she has such a positive and vibrant energy, and really supports her students.”

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🌱 Beginner Pole 8 mentions

“This was my first time pole dancing and I took Kyra’s pole foundations class on Sunday and felt so bold, confident, and supported.”

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🌀 Spin Pole 2 mentions

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🤸 Flexibility & Stretch 2 mentions

“Great aerial and pole and active stretch classes (physical therapy informed)!”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of San Francisco Pole + Dance — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🔓 Open Pole Practice

“I come here to take a class or to practice in an open studio whenever possible.”

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🎉 Private Parties

“Teacher was great and interacted well with all of us there on a bachelorette celebration.”

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🤸 Flexibility Training

“Great aerial and pole and active stretch classes (physical therapy informed)!”

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🌱 Beginner Program 3 mentions

“This was my first time pole dancing and I took Kyra’s pole foundations class on Sunday and felt so bold, confident, and supported.”

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🤝 Community Events 7 mentions

“I’m not sure words can adequately express how much I love this studio and the people who make up its community!”

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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 80 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 clean & well-kept 5 mentions

“Amazing place, the staff is super warm and friendly, instructors are of the highest quality, the place is beautiful, very clean and stylish, highly recommend.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 9 mentions

“From the first time I walked into the SF studio I felt supported and safe to explore and learn, no matter how little experience I came in with, how I looked or who I was.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 6 mentions

“All of the instructors are incredible and the community is so warm and supportive.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 5 mentions

“Maddie is truly masterful with her choreography and made it so easy to pick up the sequence when a group of us did the Fall showcase, and made me feel so badass doing it too.”

💜 body-positive & judgment-free 2 mentions

“Love the supportive, inclusive, and professional vibe of the Pole and Studios so much that I would come take classes here twice a week even though I live and work in the south bay.”

From the reviews

I started taking Aerial classes for the first time about 9 months ago and I can’t recommend it enough! Deborah has been an amazing instructor, she always makes sure to give instructions that everyone can follow no matter their background in silks, and she is always willing to correct/help you whenever you need it.

★★★★★ — Nika, Jul 2023

I like everything about this studio. Amy the owner is very passionate about what she is doing and every instructor brings a good supportive and fun vibe. My favourite instructors are probably Yoko and Tiffany. The new location is spacious.

★★★★★ — Mae, May 2017

I’m not sure words can adequately express how much I love this studio and the people who make up its community! From the first time I walked into the SF studio I felt supported and safe to explore and learn, no matter how little experience I came in with, how I looked or who I was.

★★★★★ — Jessica, Mar 2023

This wonderful space! I love being here and taking classes with the entire set of instructors, no exceptions. Maddie (Madison Rose) is a knockout and has been instrumental in guiding me here.

★★★★★ — Sarah, Mar 2023

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Your first pole class at San Francisco Pole + Dance

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 San Francisco Pole + Dance

301 8th St #225, San Francisco, CA94103

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