Welcome to Vertical barre
I am new to pole and aerial, how do I start?
Our beginner classes are designed to help you build strength, confidence, and technique from day one. We offer drop-in classes, so there's no need to commit to a full course—just book the sessions that suit your schedule.
Welcome! We’re so excited to have you join us. Here’s a quick guide to help you feel confident and prepared:
🧘 What to Expect
🧘 What to Expect
- Warm Welcome: Your instructor will greet you, show you around, and explain how the class works.
- Structured Class: Classes begin with a warm-up, followed by conditioning, then the main training (pole, hoop, or silks), and finish with a cool down.
- Supportive Environment: No pressure to be perfect—everyone starts somewhere, and we’re here to help you grow.
- Comfortable Workout Clothes: Think fitted shorts for pole, or leggings for hoop/silks, and a and a t-shirt or sport bra. Avoid loose clothing that might get in the way, you will want to have grip on your upper arms and your legs!
- Water Bottle: Stay hydrated!
- Positive Energy: A little courage and a lot of curiosity go a long way.
Classes are taught in English by default, ensuring accessibility for everyone. However, if all participants speak Dutch, the instructor may switch to Dutch to make things more comfortable and natural.
Most of our classes run for 60 minutes, providing a full hour of guided training, movement, and technique. Some workshops or special sessions may vary in length—please check the schedule in our app for exact timings.
- Poles: No sharing here! Each student gets their own pole for the entire class, so you can focus fully on your practice without interruptions.
- Hoops & Silks: These are shared among students. Don’t worry—classes are structured to ensure everyone gets ample time to train safely and effectively.
Yes! Most grips are welcome—as long as they can be easily cleaned off the pole after use. However, iTAC2 and resin-based grips are not allowed, as they leave residue that’s tough to remove and can affect others’ training.
Forgot your grip? No worries—there’s always spare grip available at the studio, so just ask your instructor and you’ll be sorted in no time.
Forgot your grip? No worries—there’s always spare grip available at the studio, so just ask your instructor and you’ll be sorted in no time.
Generally, no—heels are not permitted in regular classes. You’re welcome to wear them in designated Heels classes, or if it's clearly communicated in advance that heels are allowed for a specific session. Occasionally, a teacher may give the green light during class, but even then, it’s always at your own risk.
Safety and comfort come first, so when in doubt, check with your instructor before strapping on those pleasers!
Safety and comfort come first, so when in doubt, check with your instructor before strapping on those pleasers!
Progression depends on your skills and readiness. The best way to know if you're ready is to talk to your teacher—they’ll guide you based on your technique, strength, and confidence. You can also consult the requirement sheets available at the studio, which outline what you need to master before moving up.
Everyone grows at their own pace, so take your time and enjoy the journey!
Everyone grows at their own pace, so take your time and enjoy the journey!
Each class follows a consistent and effective format to help you build strength, learn new skills, and recover properly:
- Warm-Up: Working our way from head down to the toes, making sure all the muscles and joints are warm and prepped for the class ahead.
- Conditioning: Focused strength-building drills tailored to the demands of pole, hoop, or silks. This section helps you develop the control and endurance needed for more advanced moves.
- Main Class Content: Here’s where the magic happens—learning new tricks, refining technique, and practicing combos or choreography.
- Cool Down: We wrap up with stretching to support recovery and flexibility.
- Pole Dance: Shorts and a tank top or sports bra. Skin contact helps with grip.
- Aerial Hoop/Silks: Fitted clothing that covers the backs of knees and armpits (e.g. leggings and long sleeves).
- Flexibility: Comfortable, stretchable attire like yoga wear.
There are spare clothes at the studio, in case you forgot anything.
There is a changing room available. You can store valuable items in the lockers or take them with you to your class.
We have a 12-hour cancellation policy. If you cancel more than 12 hours before your class or session, your credit will be returned to your account. Cancellations made less than 12 hours in advance are non-refundable — but please still cancel your spot so that other students have the opportunity to join.
