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Sheer Inspiration Pole Fitness

4.9 ★★★★★ 59 Google reviews · Pole studio in Knoxville, Tennessee

Pole studio Parties & events Aerial arts too Beginner-friendly

Encouraging studio offering dance classes and private lessons focused on pole fitness.

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 sheerinspirationpolefitness.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 865-293-9996

Hours

Monday 11 am–9 pm
Tuesday 11 am–9 pm
Wednesday 11 am–9 pm
Thursday 11 am–9 pm
Friday 11 am–9 pm
Saturday 10 am–9 pm
Sunday 12–9 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 Sheer Inspiration Pole Fitness, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Pole 6 mentions

“I was worried being a complete beginner with no workout background that this would be a total fail but I’ve been pleasantly surprised.”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of Sheer Inspiration Pole Fitness — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🎉 Private Parties 4 mentions

“We went a few months ago and did a private lesson with Natasha (the owner) for a bachelorette party.”

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🤝 Community Events

“The intro class has been a perfect blend of ease and challenges and the class is always filled with encouragement and confidence.”

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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 59 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“I was worried being a complete beginner with no workout background that this would be a total fail but I’ve been pleasantly surprised.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 8 mentions

“I've been going here for about a year and, thanks to my instructors, I have improved so much. Amazing, even if you are just looking for a fitness class.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 2 mentions

“Though I started here for weight loose I will continue because of how much they have helped with my self esteem, especially Brandi.”

🔥 great full-body workout 2 mentions

“I chose pole because I've always wanted to do it and I want to get stronger/learn a new skill.”

strong community vibe 4 mentions

“The instructors are amazing and supportive persons that make everyone feel welcome.”

From the reviews

Have been coming to class with East for about a month and a half now. The studio is really well maintained and the instructor is top notch! I was worried being a complete beginner with no workout background that this would be a total fail but I’ve been pleasantly surprised.

★★★★★ — Iris, Jun 2023

Love this place! I started out because I needed to lose some weight for health issues. I have never been very athletic and every teacher has been great at helping me make progress. Has one of the most comfortable and accepting atmospheres I have ever been in.

★★★★★ — Sydney, Mar 2019

Coming from out of state I was nervous to enter a studio where I didn't know anyone. Natasha made me feel nothing but welcomed! She is such an inspiring teacher and I look forward to future dances at this studio! It was very clean, bright, and the poles were in great condition. Can't wait to come back!

★★★★★ — Abigail, Mar 2023

Love love love this place. Natasha gives the most incredible experience, from the space to the quality of the classes. If you’ve ever been interested in feeling beautiful and actually being the strongest you’ve ever been, run here.

★★★★★ — Alex, Oct 2024

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Bachelorette & private parties at Sheer Inspiration Pole Fitness

Sheer Inspiration Pole Fitness 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.

Check party bookings on their site

Your first pole class at Sheer Inspiration Pole Fitness

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 Sheer Inspiration Pole Fitness

121 W Jackson Ave Suite 101, Knoxville, TN37902

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