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Vertical Dance Co.

4.8 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Pole studio in Callaway, Maryland

Aerial arts too Beginner-friendly

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Hours

Monday 9 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–9 PM
Thursday 9 AM–9 PM
Friday 9 AM–9 PM
Saturday 10 AM–9 PM
Sunday 9 AM–6:30 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 Vertical Dance Co., confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Pole 3 mentions

“Took my first aerial intro classes in February and April now I take hoop and silks every week and they haven’t been able to get rid of me since.”

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🎀 Aerial Silks 5 mentions

“Took my first aerial intro classes in February and April now I take hoop and silks every week and they haven’t been able to get rid of me since.”

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Aerial Hoop (Lyra)

“I spent the evening learning the basics of Aerial Hoop, Aerial Silks, Aerial Hammock, Aerial Pole, and Ground Box Exercises.”

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🧘 Aerial Yoga 3 mentions

“I spent the evening learning the basics of Aerial Hoop, Aerial Silks, Aerial Hammock, Aerial Pole, and Ground Box Exercises.”

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What's on offer

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

🎀 Aerial Apparatus 7 mentions

“I spent the evening learning the basics of Aerial Hoop, Aerial Silks, Aerial Hammock, Aerial Pole, and Ground Box Exercises.”

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🎉 Private Parties

“Tammy did an amazing job instructing our intro to aerial silks private party.”

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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 24 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Both of us are beginners and even though we had no experience prior to our first session, we had so much fun.”

💜 body-positive & judgment-free 2 mentions

“This studio has an interesting variety of of classes and are very inclusive.”

🔥 great full-body workout 7 mentions

“So much fun, a great workout, and a great environment, I’ve taken multiple classes with different instructors and students and everyone is so encouraging.”

strong community vibe 10 mentions

“The instructors are kind and creative and sooo positive and the other students are just as supportive.”

🗓️ good class variety 2 mentions

“The wide variety of classes and teachers means that I never get bored, and that makes it way easier to keep up with my fitness goals!”

From the reviews

This is the dance studio I've been looking for! This studio has an interesting variety of of classes and are very inclusive. The dance instructors are very friendly and this dance studio has an overall positive vibe. I definitely would recommend anyone here.

★★★★★ — Kitty, Oct 2021

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Vertical Dance Studio! The atmosphere is so welcoming. The instructors are kind and creative and sooo positive and the other students are just as supportive. Not to mention they put on an amazing show whether at OysterFest or First Friday in Leonardtown.

★★★★★ — K, Nov 2021

Classes here are professional and well-taught by a number of experienced teachers. This is a space where all bodies and individuals of differing skill levels are welcome without shame. I especially recommend the aerial silks classes! Love coming here.

★★★★★ — Kristy, May 2019

1000 out 10. I want to go back. I attended the World Circus Day Celebration event, wanting to explore to take classes. I spent the evening learning the basics of Aerial Hoop, Aerial Silks, Aerial Hammock, Aerial Pole, and Ground Box Exercises. I felt so alive. My body felt so good.

★★★★★ — Alex, Apr 2025

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Your first pole class at Vertical Dance Co.

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 Vertical Dance Co.

20865 Callaway Village Way #2, Callaway, MD20620

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