Altius
Pole Studio
Class Descriptions
Trick Based Classes
Pole Foundations (Level 1)
Prerequisites: None
Our Beginner Level Class for first time students. Learn spins, transitions, floor work and prep for climbs & sits. No prerequisites requires for this class. Perfect class for first time instruction or if you need a little refresher.
Pole Level 2
Prerequisites: Pole Sit from the floor, crucifix,1-2 pole climbs, Hold 2 spins consecutively.
Ready to start taking your journey up the pole? Learn sit variations, climbs and all tricks upright. Prep for inverting will happen in this class. You will learn moves such as Jasmine, Genie, Pole sit and climb variations and more.
Pole Level 3
Prerequisites: Climb Up to top of Pole, Jasmine, Genie prepping for inverts/can hold chopper
Ready to learn inverts and leg hangs? You'll learn a proper invert and intermediate level inverted and upright tricks in this class. Learn moves such as scorpio, gemini, butterfly, reiko split and more.
Pole Level 4
Prerequisites: Jade Split, extended butterfly, shoulder-mounts, Aerial inverts, Apprentice
The most advanced class that we offer here at Altius. This class focuses on building harder more difficult tricks and combinations that will challenge you. We will work on and discover different methods and entries into all handsprings and ayeshas, work on two point of contact moves, tumble downs, drops, flips and flexibility based moves. Recommended to have at least one year of pole experience and have your aerial invert and shouldermount, extended butterfly, inverted D and both legs hangs and torso switches.
Choreo Classes
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Down N Dirty (Level 1)
Prerequisites: Two Pole Foundations Classes.
In this class we bring it down and we make it dirty. This class will knee pads, heels optional, as you learn a routine to music that will involve slinks, slips, hips and floor work combined with pole moves. 18+ class.
Low Flow Choreography
Prerequisites: At least 3 Pole Foundations Classes
Get ready to start learning how to combine spins, moves and flow all into one choreographed routine. This class is perfect for those who love the dance and flow element of pole but want to experience it outside of our Down N Dirty class. No experience necessary, though a few Pole Foundations classes will help. This is a multi-level class and options will be available for more advanced students.
Specialty Classes
Intro to Spin Pole (L evel 1 & 2)
Prerequisites: 3-5 Pole Foundations Classes
The idea of spin mode on pole make you want to vomit a little bit? This class will let you dip your toes into the world of spin pole to learn the fundamentals of spin mode. We will work on building grip strength, neuro endurance, spin endurance and how to flow seamlessly while spinning. This class is perfect for beginners to intermediate or those who rock the static pole and want to learn more about spin.
Spin Pole (L evel 3)
Prerequisites: Genie, Jasmine, Extended Jasmine, Full Pole Climb, Juliette Spin, Chair Spin, Can hold 2-3 spins consecutively on Spin Pole, full floor invert/chopper and working on or have aerial invert
This class is for those who have a basic grasp of spin pole plus a bit of experience either with pole climbs, pole sits or basic pole tricks up to level 3+. This is a mixed level class aimed at creating spin pole combos that start at a lower level 2 and will build up from there getting more difficult as the combinations continue.
Sunday Solace
Whether you’re winding down after the weekend or preparing yourself for the week ahead, Sunday Night Solace with Savvy will offer a serene environment to help you cultivate a peaceful headspace. Focus on yourself as you stretch, learn graceful pole moves and transitions, and release your stress through pole flow. All levels welcome!
Bottoms Up (Level 2 + 3)
Prerequisites: Must be at level 2 Pole Tricks or have at least 6 months of pole experience
In bottoms up our focus is play and experimentation with getting and finding ways to be upside down. Whether you are working towards your basic invert, or you are looking ways to improve your current inverting level this class will take a unique and playful approach to finding ways to get and be upside down. This class is perfect for those who do not have their invert yet and want to build strength, technique and endurance, and also great for students who want to learn unique ways of getting inverted.
Flow Foundations (Level 1)
Prerequisite: None
In this beginners style class you will learn how to get in touch with your own body, understand how it moves, how it grooves and learn how to embody the flow element of pole dancing. This class is beginner friendly (Level 1) but is encouraged for all levels to come and learn how to engage in their movements. Though this class is less about direct tricks, you will learn how to take the tricks you know (or are learning) and make them look effortless, ooey-gooey and strong. You will learn how to body roll, walk, add melty goodness to your movements whether you are a seasoned Down N Dirty Dancer or brand new and not ready for our Down N Dirty Yet. This class is perfect to pair with our Pole Foundations classes or a great class to take prior to or along side attending a Down N Dirty. Come learn how to move your body, flow, and feel the embodiment that pole can bring you.
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Heels Tech & Tricks
Prerequisites: Attended at least 3 level 2 classes
Ever wanted to learn more about the technical aspects of dancing in heels? In this class we deep dive into more of the tricks side of heels and a little less flow. This class is a great class to take to help supplement your Down N Dirty Classes as we break down some of the most common movements you might see in a Down N Dirty such as shoulder rolls, fish flops, pole handstands, kips, edgework and more.