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The Phoenix Dance Studio
5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Pole studio in Charlottesville, Virginia
Plan your first class
- Drop-ins drop-ins around $17 — check their schedule; many studios discount your first visit, so ask about the new-student rate
- Parties hosts bachelorette & private parties — a favorite for birthdays and bachelorette groups; ask about private group bookings
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thephoenixdancestudio.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 434-293-1127
Hours
| Monday | 5:30–8:45 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–12 pm, 5:30–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–12 pm, 5:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–8:45 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | 5:30–8 pm |
The classes they teach
“I had no prior dance, aerial, or gymnastic background and the studio has made Lyra and Hammock accessible for me!”
What's on offer
“I had no prior dance, aerial, or gymnastic background and the studio has made Lyra and Hammock accessible for me!”
“I booked a pole dancing class at Phoenix for a bachelorette.”
“Plus, as a guy, I've never felt uncomfortable, which is a true testament to how great this community is.”
What students say again and again
“I am at my highest heights because of the confidence I've built here especially with instructor Mona.”
“The teaching staff are always wonderful, the families that come are so warm and friendly, and Erica runs such a challenging yet approachable program.”
From the reviews
I absolutely love it here. It's a great place to find confidence in yourself and what your body can do. Everyone is so encouraging and cheer each other on. It's not often you find a group of women without a lot of backstabbing, but I've never once felt that way at Phoenix, everyone really does support everyone.
This is an awesome dance studio that teaches a wide variety of aerial dance. The atmosphere is positive and non-judgement, but most importantly fun! I cannot recommend this place highly enough!
Stephanie is a great teacher. Skilled and with a good eye for giving precise feedback. Super fun class!!
Its hard to fully express or explain. When I was a kid I absolutely lived for horseback riding and I have found the 2nd source of a similar love, something I live for in Pole and other forms of Dance at the Phoenix. I am at my highest heights because of the confidence I've built here especially with instructor Mona.
Bachelorette & private parties at The Phoenix Dance Studio
The Phoenix Dance Studio 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.
Your first pole class at The Phoenix Dance Studio
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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