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Full Class Guide

Hey beauties! Have a look through our full class guide: we offer a vast range of classes to cater to all levels of experience and interests. Whether you're a complete beginner taking your first spin or an experienced dancer looking to master advanced tricks or choreo, we have something for everyone <3

Absolute Beginners

If you’ve never tried pole before, have had a taster session, or attended only a handful of pole classes, this is the level for you! In this class you will learn; a range of spins in basic spin grip (eg step around, fireman, front/back hook), floor/ grounded movement (body rolls/ undulations, speed bumps, pole pliés, floor based fan kicks), and begin to work on fundamental knee and thigh grips such as sitting and climbing.

Beginners Level 2

You've attended a number of absolute beginner classes, have developed a basic understanding of pole movements from the floor and you're ready to start going higher up the pole! In this class you will learn to perfect your beginner spins, as well as learn a range of new spins & shapes, focusing on knee and thigh grips such as Jasmine, Genie, Tornado, Laybacks & Figureheads. You will also start to work on your inverts (invert to chopper/crucifix).

Intermediate

Now that you've mastered the beginner fundamentals of pole, you're ready to take your pole skills off the floor and into the air! In this class you will learn; a range of leg hang positions with no hands, more advanced conditioning exercises for the abs and shoulders, spins in half bracket grip, full bracket, and strong grip, a proficiency in inverting. You will also master; core aerial tricks and transitions such as superman from Jasmine, Butterfly, Jamilla, and layout positions/ wrist seats.
 
As you build a wide repertoire of intermediate tricks, you will also start to learn some more challenging skills including; extended butterfly, prep for true grip Ayesha, Genie no hands, Brass Monkey, combos involving 3+ spins, laybacks, Jade, Superman from inverted position, hip locks, and aerial inverting.

Advanced Tricks & Spin

This class is designed for students who have completed intermediates and can confidently perform aerial inverts, shoulder mounts, and ayeshas. It’s perfect for those ready to broaden their repertoire and enhance their strength, flexibility, and performance technique. We’ll cover 2-3 advanced moves and seamlessly integrate them into a dynamic spin flow at the end of the session.

Pole Power: Strength & Conditioning

Introducing our new Pole Power class, designed to accelerate your pole dancing journey! This class is ideal for enhancing strength, refining technique, safely executing tricks, and developing body awareness.​

We begin with foundational moves like pole pull-ups and progress to advanced moves such as pantera climbs, covering all steps in between.​

Our instructor, Emily, is a qualified Personal Trainer with four years of experience. Her combined expertise in personal training and pole dancing ensures a fast track to reaching your pole potential while improving your ability to meet the demands of your regular classes.​

Open to all levels, with suitable progressions and regressions provided!

Splits School

For everybody out there dreaming about getting their splits, your time has finally arrived! Join Yasmin for a one hour intensive stretch class to get you more flexible than ever! We will be learning all things splits & mobility, from active stretching to static stretching and partner stretching. We will be having fun whilst getting it done: The throwback R&B jams will be blaring so we can sing along to distract ourselves from all the stretchy sensations! Don’t worry if you feel you are too stiff to stretch, there’s no such thing! All levels are welcome to come and learn at Split School under the safety of Yasmin’s guidance. Make your split goals a reality! 

Contemporary Pole Choreo (Socks)

Step into a space where fluidity meets strength and emotion drives movement. The class blends contemporary dance elements with pole technique, focusing on musicality, storytelling and dynamic transitions. You'll explore expressive floorwork, spins and flow-based combos that emphasize creativity and individuality. Suitable for Beginners Level 2 and up- this class is perfect for dancers looking to deepen their connection to music and movement whilst refining their pole artistry. Come ready to feel, move and create.

Sulty Heels Choreo

Join Cassie on Friday evenings where she will be serving all the flirty, seductive feels in her open level choreo class! Think body waves, pirouettes and dreamy transitions that melt into a fresh lil routine every other week. The perfect way to start your weekend, unleash your sensual side and tap into your sexy, playful energy.

Intermediate Spinning Pole

Elevate your spinning pole skills with Akila's signature style in her Intermediate Spinning Pole Class. Explore floaty transitions and create pretty shapes and combos as you refine your technique and master gorgeous spins and sequences.

Requirements: Confident climbing on spin, inverting and outside leg hang.

Sultry Heels Choreo

Join Cassie on Friday evenings where she will be serving all the flirty, seductive feels in her open level choreo class. Think body waves, pirouettes and dreamy transitions that melt into a fresh lil routine every other week. The perfect way to start your weekend, unleash your sensual side and tap into your sexy, playful energy.

Cutie's Heels Choreo

In this 90 minute class, you will learn a sensual routine that blends leg work, kips, and flowing transitions. This class invites you to explore your creativity while perfecting your musical timing, with a focus on embracing your naughty side. Ideal for those with a strong foundation in pole dancing in heels.

Floorwork & Low Pole Flow

Embrace the base with this fun and sensual class! This class combines the art of floorwork and low pole flow- perfect if you want to stay grounded. Floorwork opens up an endless amount of possibilities within your own movement style whilst developing strength, flow, mobility, musicality and co-ordination. In this class we will concentrate on the fundamental elements of floorwork, including rolls, shoulder stands, tricks and learning how to travel across the floor in a seamless way. This will also be combined with learning transitions around the base of the pole and some interesting ways to get up from the floor to standing. You will learn a variety of techniques, tricks and transitions and a short choreography to link these moves together!

Requirements: Suitable for beginners who have done a at least 4 pole classes and for more advanced dancers. This will be taught as a heels class but you can wear socks if you prefer. Students can be fully dressed in a top and leggings or in their pole gear.

Spinning Pole in Heels (Open Level)

Unleash your inner diva and elevate your pole skills with our Spinning Pole in Heels class! This class is designed for dancers of all levels, but participants must have completed a minimum of 5 pole classes before joining. Discover how to infuse your routine with sexiness and sensuality as you explore mesmerizing spins, fluid transitions, and captivating combinations—all while rocking your favorite heels. Join us and take your pole dancing to the next level of style and confidence!

Stretch & Flex (Full Body Flexibility)

This class blends active flexibility and mobility training to expand your range of motion and help you move with strength, control, and confidence. You’ll build a body that feels supported, resilient, and ready for all those bendy pole moves!

Expect strength-based stretches, targeted mobility drills, and a deeper connection to your body’s cues.

 

Perfect for all levels—whether you’re chasing splits, backbends, or just want to feel amazing in your body, this class has your back (and hips, and hamstrings)!

Trending Tricks (Open Level)

The 'trendiest' pole tricks meet YOUR style! Each week, you’ll vote for a dreamy, jaw-dropping, and totally ‘Insta-worthy’ move to master. Together, we’ll explore creative entries and flowing transitions, breaking down the technique so you can execute each trick with stunning grace and effortless finesse. Open to all levels 🌟
Requirements: Must be at least Upper Beginner level

Sensual Freestyle

This class is for students who are interested in exploring their sensual side and developing their own unique style of movement. Students will learn a variety of sensual sequences and transitions that they can incorporate into their own freestyles at the end of class. Students will be given prompts to help them explore and deepen their own creativity and sensuality within their movement. Open to all levels, barefoot recommended. *Please bring a blindfold or an item you can use as a blindfold for this class*

Sensual Pole Choreo

Explore and embrace your sensuality in this sultry choreo class! Channel your inner enchantress as we slink and glide around the pole. This class will help you develop your fluidity, musicality and technique around the pole in heels. You will learn a short choreography with a focus on flowy transitions, hypnotic twirls and beautiful lines. ​Requirements: Open level class. It is recommended that you've taken a few beginner level classes prior to this. Pole specific heels and knee pads are strongly recommended.

Akila Pole Studio
 

Eurolink Business Centre, 49 Effra Road, London, SW2 1BZ

07441396292

hello@akilapolestudio.com

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