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The Aviary

4.7 ★★★★★ 84 Google reviews · Pole studio in Golden Valley, Minnesota

Parties & events Aerial arts too Beginner-friendly ClassPass

Welcoming studio offering bungee fitness, aerial silks and pole dancing classes, plus hammock work.

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  • ClassPass classes are bookable on ClassPass — an easy way to try the studio before committing
  • Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
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  • Website & schedule theaviarympls.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 5–9 PM
Tuesday 6–10 PM
Wednesday 5–10 PM
Thursday 5–9 PM
Friday 5–10 PM
Saturday 9 AM–1 PM
Sunday 9 AM–5 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 The Aviary, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Pole Fitness 2 mentions

“This is the perfect place to build strength, confidence, and a community of truly incredible people.”

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🌱 Beginner Pole 19 mentions

“Intro class was so fun and I was a bit intimidated with fly-fit-1 (the second class) but Anna's Playlist was bumping and we had so much fun- I forgot we were working out.”

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🎀 Aerial Silks

“A group of friends and I did a private silk class for a friends birthday.”

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Aerial Hoop (Lyra) 5 mentions

“I have taken flexibility with coach Elyce, body shop with coach Angela, Lyra and CirqueHIIt with coach Jamie, and pole and dance classes with both coach Jamie and coach Tasha.”

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🧘 Aerial Yoga 2 mentions

“With AJ Jacobson as my instructor, I’ve been guided on a transformative aerial yoga journey.”

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🤸 Flexibility & Stretch

“I have taken flexibility with coach Elyce, body shop with coach Angela, Lyra and CirqueHIIt with coach Jamie, and pole and dance classes with both coach Jamie and coach Tasha.”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of The Aviary — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🎀 Aerial Apparatus 7 mentions

“I have taken flexibility with coach Elyce, body shop with coach Angela, Lyra and CirqueHIIt with coach Jamie, and pole and dance classes with both coach Jamie and coach Tasha.”

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🎉 Private Parties

“We booked a private party and did a bungee class.”

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🌱 Beginner Program 3 mentions

“I recently completed The Aviary’s Hammock Beginner Series, and it has been an amazing experience.”

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🤝 Community Events 7 mentions

“I continue to come back to the Aviary again and again for the unconditional support of the instructors and the amazing student 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 84 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 18 mentions

“I recently completed The Aviary’s Hammock Beginner Series, and it has been an amazing experience.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 9 mentions

“All of these instructors are supportive and great and everyone just wants to see their students succeed and I have progressed so much in my skills because of all of them.”

💜 body-positive & judgment-free 2 mentions

“The studio fosters a vibrant and inclusive community, providing diverse and engaging classes.”

strong community vibe 12 mentions

“All of these instructors are supportive and great and everyone just wants to see their students succeed and I have progressed so much in my skills because of all of them.”

🎉 fun & non-intimidating 7 mentions

“Intro class was so fun and I was a bit intimidated with fly-fit-1 (the second class) but Anna's Playlist was bumping and we had so much fun- I forgot we were working out.”

From the reviews

The avairy is home away from home. The instructors here are like no other. Very kind and educated on what they're teaching. They all have such a passion and you can feel it when you take a class. Jamie is near and dear to my heart, she is someone who has coached me for years.

★★★★★ — Emily, Feb 2022

I recently completed The Aviary’s Hammock Beginner Series, and it has been an amazing experience. I'm a complete beginner in this. With AJ Jacobson as my instructor, I’ve been guided on a transformative aerial yoga journey. The studio is clean and modern, and classes start on time.

★★★★★ — Nghiem, Jun 2023

I have taken flexibility with coach Elyce, body shop with coach Angela, Lyra and CirqueHIIt with coach Jamie, and pole and dance classes with both coach Jamie and coach Tasha.

★★★★★ — Keshia, Feb 2025

I had the privilege of joining a few drop in classes during a weekend in Minneapolis and was so happy with my experience! The instructors were warm, welcoming, and mindful of the needs of their students.

★★★★★ — Emily, Jan 2025

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Bachelorette & private parties at The Aviary

The Aviary 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.

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Your first pole class at The Aviary

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 The Aviary

825 Boone Ave N, Golden Valley, MN55427

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