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The Brass Ring

5 ★★★★★ 184 Google reviews · Pole studio in Chicago, Illinois

Parties & events Beginner-friendly

Unassuming studio offering group pole dancing & aerial fitness classes in an energetic atmosphere.

Plan your first class

  • Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
  • Website & schedule brassringchicago.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 312-676-0999

The classes they teach

Pole and aerial classes on the schedule at The Brass Ring, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Pole Fitness 2 mentions

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🌱 Beginner Pole 17 mentions

“The price was amazing since they offer $15 for your first class with them, I can’t wait to come to my second class!”

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🌀 Spin Pole 2 mentions

“I was taking 1 Hour Fundamental Pole Tricks, and each class I've learned something different.”

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What's on offer

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

🤝 Community Events

“Even if you have taken the class already, she shows many ways to challenge and advance the moves.”

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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 184 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 8 mentions

“The price was amazing since they offer $15 for your first class with them, I can’t wait to come to my second class!”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 3 mentions

“The instructor did a great job in helping me and even the peers in the class were supportive.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 2 mentions
🔥 great full-body workout 3 mentions

“It’s so fun, gives you a killer workout, and is also a great way to get in touch with your feminine and sensual side.”

strong community vibe 10 mentions

“The instructor did a great job in helping me and even the peers in the class were supportive.”

From the reviews

I took some beginner classes with Roxie and it was so fun. The vibe is chill and supportive, and instruction was well paced. You build upon the skills you learn each class and start to combine them together over time. Something I especially enjoyed was the stretching before and after the pole activities.

★★★★★ — Staci, Mar 2026

Yesterday I had my first Introduction to Pole class and it was AMAZING! Winnie was an incredible instructor, very kind and encouraging and created a positive environment for everyone! We learned some basic pole tricks and it was a great workout!

★★★★★ — Mizha, Dec 2025

Took five classes with this studio/company and really enjpyed all of the teachers I've worked with. They are very friendly and welcoming. I was taking 1 Hour Fundamental Pole Tricks, and each class I've learned something different. I love the recurring class on sunday mornings with Alli Braun.

★★★★★ — Z, Mar 2026

I took my first intro to pole with Winnie and everything about my experience was amazing!! I had the best time and she made everyone feel so comfortable. I learned so much and Winnie really took her time to help everyone that needed it. I’ve been recommending this place to everyone I know!

★★★★★ — Esperanza, Dec 2025

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Bachelorette & private parties at The Brass Ring

The Brass Ring 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.

Check party bookings on their site

Your first pole class at The Brass Ring

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 Brass Ring

2511 W North Ave, Chicago, IL60647

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