I've never tried pole before, what class should I start with?
We always recommend starting with a 2-week trial membership, which lets you take up to 6 classes in your first 2 weeks at our pole dance studio! Intro to Pole is a great class to start with, but you can visit our classes page for a full list of new student friendly classes to try.
Do I need to be strong to start pole?
Absolutely not! Waiting to start pole dancing until you get stronger is a lot like waiting to go to the gym until you are already stronger. Even if you can’t complete the moves at first, you’ll quickly build strength as you practice and be shocked by how quickly you progress.
Are face masks and vaccinations still required?
Yes! As of 2025, we do still require masking in group classes and at least the full initial dose of a covid vaccine due to having several immunocompromised staff and community members. We offer extremely limited exceptions to these requirements on a case-by-case basis.
I have experience at another studio, what class should I start with?
Check the prerequisites in the class description for the classes you’re interested in. If you’re not sure where to start, don’t hesitate to drop us an email!
We get our students climbing and working up the pole pretty early on, so if you’ve only taken classes that focus on grounded movement, you’ll likely want to start in our level 1 class, but may be ready for more advanced floorwork and choreography classes.
If you’re comfortable with climbs, side climbs, and pole sits, and are starting to work on inverts, you’ll likely be ready for level 2 pole dance classes.
If you’re comfortable with inverts, you’re ready for level 3.
What should i wear to class?
Athletic shorts and a t-shirt or tank top are perfect for level 1 since you’ll need your knees and thighs to grip the pole.
Long pants, leggings, or kneepads (available for purchase at the studio) work well for floorwork and sexy basics since you’ll need to slide around the floor.
Not sure which to wear? Layer up and bring both!
Most classes start barefoot but if you take a heels class we have some pole heels available to rent or purchase!
How old do I need to be to take classes?
Our classes are for adults ages 18+, but we can make exceptions with parental permission. If your teen is interested in trying pole, please email us at info@positivespinpoledance.com and we can talk about what classes might be a good fit!
Anyone under 18 will need to have a parental consent waiver on file and should contact us first before signing up for classes.
Where are you located?
Positive Spin is located in North Greenwood, Seattle at 124 North 103rd St.
How often should I come to class?
This is entirely dependent on your own goals. Students are encouraged to come in at least once a week in order to see consistent progress. Most of our students come to 2-3 classes a week, which allows for maximum progress and helps them to remember all the moves from class to class, while still allowing time to recover.
We also highly encourage students of all levels to take at least one flexibility class per week. While you don’t need to be flexible to start pole, it takes a while to build the flexibility you need later on, so you’ll thank yourself if you start now. Our flexibility classes are much different than yoga classes or the kinds of passive stretching you might do at home. They focus on active flexibility, which builds strength in flexible positions to prevent injury and make that flexibility more functional.
What does Positive Spin do to support Sex Workers and give back to the community?
Positive Spin believes in rights for sex workers and we have many on our staff and among our members. We center their voices in decision-making for our studio’s future. We also partner with GLP and SAW. Visit our values page to learn more about how we give back to our community.
Do you have a lost and found?
We have a lost and found directly to your left as you walk in the studio. We keep any items left behind on the windowsill by the white shoe cubby either in a small orange tub or out on the windowsill if the item is too large. Our lost and found gets cleaned out seasonally as items tend to pile up; however this comes with an announcement so people can double check that none of their belongings ended up there.
What are the benefits of doing open pole?
Open pole offers the opportunity to work on whatever you want to work on in your own time. Do you want a little extra time working on that tricky move from class the other day? Want another crack at that choreo or do you just want to noodle around on the pole? Open pole is for you!
While a member of staff will be physically in the building for any emergencies, no one will be leading the class so you will be in charge of your own warm up. (If you want an instructor to spot, assist, and lead a warm-up, we now have instructor-led pole practice as a class option!)
Pole grip...what is it and should I use it?
The studio sells Dry Hands, Dew Point, and Corn Huskers Lotion and most of our long-term students and instructors use some form of grip aid.
For students who find that their grip is impacted by sweat or moisture on their hands, Dry Hands is the best option.
For students who find that they are sliding on the pole because their skin is too dry, Corn Huskers or Dew Point may be a better option (and is typically used on the legs, elbows, thighs, etc.). Students are also allowed to use whatever grip aids they like, including those not sold by the studio.
How do I sign up?
This link will take you to our branded site to register.
You can also download our app here:
Who designed your logo?
All our graphic design work is done by Art Zarko. Check out their work here.
