ABOUT US

Welcome to Sugarpole Dance & Aerial, your premier destination for pole fitness and aerial arts in Northamptonshire!

At Sugarpole, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for individuals of all levels to explore the artistry and athleticism of pole dancing, aerial hoop, and aerial hammock. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced aerialist, our expert instructors are here to guide you on your journey to strength, flexibility, and self-expression.

Join us at Sugarpole and discover the joy of defying gravity while building confidence and achieving your fitness goals!

INSTRUCTORS

SUGARPOLE INSTRUCTORS

MARI

Dance has been my passion since childhood; I have trained in rhythmic gymnastics, ballet and various types of modern dance including street, jazz and contemporary.
I have had great opportunities to train in pole and dance studios from London to New York, meeting some amazing and talented people along the way. In 2004, I discovered a class offering pole lessons in Milton Keynes. I completely fell in love with the whole idea of pole dancing as a fitness and dance concept and haven’t looked back since! I qualified as a pole instructor in 2006 and my pole journey as Sugar Pole Fitness began.

Now I am a mother, work full time as an international cabin crew, teach small group lessons and privates at my home barn studio, manage SUGARPOLE and run an Air bnb so life can be a little hectic! However, I love the diversity of all these experiences and the people I get to meet.
I was also lucky enough to be part of the original X Pole girls back in the days!

In 2016, I fulfilled my ambition of designing and opening up my own studio to share my passion with others in an open and friendly environment.
I am very proud of what we have achieved so far and look forward to helping more people experience fitness in a fun and exciting way!

LOU

I first started pole in 2014 (I think) with classes that were starting at the gym I was a member of.

I was a classic ‘paying for a gym membership and never used it’ - the main reasons were I was nervous about going, no idea what I was doing and lacked motivation.

It took every bit of courage I had to go to my first pole class and I couldn’t lift my feet off the ground but I fell in love that day.

I qualified to teach pole a few years later. As the years went on I tried a variety of sports which involve hanging upside down - aerial hoop, sling, trapeze, and silks. I love them all! I have taken a few breaks in my training and started back at Sugarpole as a student in November 2021 and started teaching pole again in June 2022, I’ve since qualified as a hoop instructor and still working on my personal journey.

Aerial classes help build strength, fitness and flexibility but also help students with body confidence and personal skills - we are all a big family waiting to meet you.

MEL

I have 0 background in sports, fitness or dance. So everything you see has come from taking pole classes, whether it be strength, flexibility or knowing how to fake both.

I started pole at the end of 2016 and instantly knew it was a sport I wanted to continue with. Pole for me is all about the sense of achievement. Looking at a move and thinking how on earth is that possible, trying it, failing, trying again and repeating that pattern until I’ve finally achieved that move or combo.

I’m not much of a dancer. I’m here for the tricks & combos across both spinny and static pole. Catch me doing an iron x over flow anyday!

I’m XPERT certified, so if you want to learn pole fitness, join me as I love teaching and pushing students to reach their goals and achievements.

LUCY

I went to my first ever pole class in 2010 and was instantly hooked! I do not have a sports or fitness background so this wasn't like anything I had done before. I always felt so energised after and couldn't wait for the next class. In 2016, I became a qualified Pole Instructor as I wanted to share my passion with others. Since then, I have qualified to teach Aerial Hoop, Stength & Conditioning and Flexibility. Over the years I have been lucky enough to teach at some amazing studios and I am proud to be an instructor ar Sugar Pole.

Pink Aerial Hammocks in a clean, modern studio

3 X-Pole poles in a clean, tidy, and feminine studio

Pink aerial hammocks in front of a backlit mirror in a clean and modern studio

Modern and feminine pole studio with X-Poles

TARA

VIC

JESS

I grew up training and competing in Latin and Ballroom dance so I have always had dance in my heart from a young age. In 2016 after returning to the U.K. after living abroad for a period of time I wanted to get back into some form of dance style so I tried pole as a one off… and the rest was history!
I immediately fell in love with pole and have been blessed to have been a part of some amazing studios and pole communities.
I started instructing in 2021 after 5 years as a pole student and was lucky enough to be invited to be a part of the team at Sugar Pole Fitness, a studio that promotes female empowerment where everyone is a family.
I am an Xpert Certified pole instructor and a huge social butterfly so I love teaching and I get so much fulfilment from seeing my students confidence soar and watching them improve and exceed their limits.

Desperate for a hobby, something out of the ordinary, I found Sugarpole Dance & Aerial and with some absolute luck it was just down the road from me. From the day I walked into Mari’s studio (2013) pole fitness and all its absolute gloriousness entered my life and has literally never left. The daringness, bravery and sheer elation at achieving a new spin or trick is simply THE BEST feeling. This and the versatility of the sport in how absolutely anyone can do it, no matter their limitations (perceived or otherwise) are some of the reasons it remains part of my life and why I now teach. I have poled since 2013 and taught for many years. In that time I have had a baby, built my fitness once again and returned to teaching … this truly reflects my love for pole, how so much is possible and that it is suited to anyone and everyone. I have made so many wonderful friends at pole, seen incredible athletes and had the most fun. My life will never be without Mari, Sugarpole and pole fitness!!!

I started pole dancing in 2017 - I was so nervous as I had absolutely no background in dance or gymnastics at all but I finally plucked up the courage to go to a class and I was hooked from day one! I loved the friendly community I became a part of, achieving things I never thought I could do, and gaining so much confidence and strength, physically and mentally, whilst doing it. This is the feeling I love giving to my students - there’s nothing better than seeing everyone leave with a smile on their face!
In the 8 years since I turned up as a quiet and nervous newbie, I have completed my instructor training course, taught for 5 years, competed in and won several national pole competitions at professional level, judged competitions, performed and taught workshops all over the UK, and most importantly made friends and a passion for life.
I’m so glad I stepped into that first class all those years ago, it completely changed the course of my life, and it brings me so much joy to see others do the same!

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Aleksandra

I’ve been coming to SugarPole for 5ish months now and I absolutely love it! All instructors are amazing and there are many classes to choose from throughout the week based on your level. I attend both pole and hoop classes and love them equally. I’ve built so much strength and confidence since I’ve started. But what I love the most about SugarPole is the community we have. Everybody is so welcoming no matter which class you attended and we all support each other :) I cannot recommend this place enough.

Sarah

Stunning studio with amazing lighting for daytime and evening training, clean and tidy with a gorgeous background for all your aerial photos. Excellent and experienced instructors providing group and one to one lessons for pole and aerial hoop/Lyra. Friendly and inclusive classes for all levels and very welcoming to beginners. Mixed ability classes also available and a lovely community of people supporting everyone’s diverse styles, from flow to tricks, to strap pole. With opportunities through the year for professional photo shoots as well as workshops with some amazing professionals. Highly recommended!

Ilona

I can’t recommend Sugarpole enough, I had my first ever pole class here over 2 years ago and was instantly hooked! I’ve been to a few other studios since but this one is by far the best. The atmosphere and lighting is amazing, all the instructors are lovely and the variety of classes keeps me coming back for more! If you ever thought of giving pole or hoop a try, this is definitely the right place :)