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VRV3 Studios - Pole Dance & Fitness

4.8 ★★★★★ 78 Google reviews · Pole studio in San Francisco, California

Pole studio Aerial arts too Beginner-friendly

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Hours

Monday 9 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–5 PM
Thursday 9 AM–5 PM
Friday 9 AM–5 PM
Saturday 9 AM–5 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 VRV3 Studios - Pole Dance & Fitness, confirmed in students' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

💪 Pole Fitness 2 mentions

“i’m grateful in the powerful narratives they’ve strengthen and rewire; to the instructors (Melanie, Kyra, and Raywen!”

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🌱 Beginner Pole 3 mentions

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🌀 Spin Pole 2 mentions

“VRV3 has it all - pole tricks, dance classes, aerial equipment, and the best staff around.”

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🎀 Aerial Silks

“They have a great variety of classes, including aerial hoop, pole, straps, and silks.”

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Aerial Hoop (Lyra)

“They have a great variety of classes, including aerial hoop, pole, straps, and silks.”

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What's on offer

Amenities students name in their reviews of VRV3 Studios - Pole Dance & Fitness — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🎀 Aerial Apparatus

“They have a great variety of classes, including aerial hoop, pole, straps, and silks.”

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🔓 Open Pole Practice 2 mentions

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🚪 Changing Rooms 2 mentions

“There are cubbies and changing rooms, as well as lots of small amenities that they have thought of - hair ties in the bathroom, etc.”

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🤝 Community Events 12 mentions

“This studio has a really cozy community feel, and the studio makes me feel like a member of their community - not a customer.”

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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 78 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions
🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 6 mentions

“The classes are amazing and the instructors do a great job spending time with each student and remembering what my level is from class to class.”

💪 empowering & confidence-building 3 mentions

“Highly recommend to anyone who wants a full-body workout, a confidence boost, and a ridiculously good time.”

strong community vibe 22 mentions

“This studio has a really cozy community feel, and the studio makes me feel like a member of their community - not a customer.”

🗓️ good class variety 3 mentions

“I like the variety of classes available and the way they're set up (being able to show up to a class at your level whenever you want is convenient).”

From the reviews

I love VRV3! The community is amazing and I’m happy to met so many amazing instructors and classmates over the years. My favorite classes are pole, especially Fluid and Flow and L3+ Tricks. The community is super supportive, welcoming, and fun! I specifically love Patricia’s and Vix’s classes!

★★★★☆ — Catherine, May 2025

Pole dancing is no joke — but it’s a blast!” As a guy taking pole classes, I can honestly say this has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. It’s way more challenging than I expected. You’ll find muscles you didn’t know existed. The instructors are incredibly supportive and make every class feel welcoming and fun.

★★★★★ — Acesirzar, Oct 2025

the individual subjective epiphenomenal experiences here are more than epistemic knowledge such as watching videos on how to pole; in my first two months i found intention and meaning in challenging my fears and had many instructors affirm in my own cognitive and physical abilities.

★★★★★ — Lindy, Nov 2025

VRV3 has it all - pole tricks, dance classes, aerial equipment, and the best staff around. There are cubbies and changing rooms, as well as lots of small amenities that they have thought of - hair ties in the bathroom, etc.

★★★★★ — Cathy, Mar 2025

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Your first pole class at VRV3 Studios - Pole Dance & 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 VRV3 Studios - Pole Dance & Fitness

520 Haight St, San Francisco, CA94117

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