Have prior pole and aerial experience, but are new to DG? Please email [email protected] for class placement approval. 


Not all classes are available on every schedule. To view our current class offerings, visit our scheduling website.


We offer a variety of classes online through Zoom and in-studio. 

Many online classes do not require a home pole or specific work out equipment, while others are for our home pole community. 

Please pay attention to the descriptions for which classes require an apparatus.

Descriptions for online and in-studio offerings are below.

Online Class Descriptions 

Movement & Dance Classes


Online Burlesque Basics

Prerequisite: 18+

Explores different styles of classic and neo burlesque with different genres of music, props and varied dance styles. Get a heaping dose of self-love and confidence as we flirt, seduce, and tease. Wear clothes that are comfortable and easy to dance in.


Online Liquid Motion

Liquid Motion® is a method and style of dance and movement education. Liquid Motion® primarily utilizes the floor as its classroom, working from the ground up. This program teaches how to achieve a seamless and natural movement quality by applying basic dance theory and organic movement exploration. No prior dance experience needed.


Online Fluffy Kitty Liquid Motion

Prerequisite: student must identify as a plus sized person

Liquid Motion® is a method and style of dance and movement education. Liquid Motion® primarily utilizes the floor as its classroom, working from the ground up. This program teaches how to achieve a seamless and natural movement quality by applying basic dance theory and organic movement exploration.

Fluffy Kitty is designed for plus-sized and fat identifying folx of all genders to help change the way you interact with your body. Gain strength and flexibility while cultivating a positive body image. No judgment here!

Class also includes access to resources, support, and fitness professionals who specialize in plus size athleticism. There is no maximum weight limit for any of our classes.


Flow & Flourish (series offering, separate pass required)

Flow & Flourish is a 4-week intensive developed by Lindsey to guide dancers in mastering their own unique flow. Revisit the fundamentals of flow to refine technique and expression by increasing bodily awareness, movement quality, and musicality. Weeks 1 and 2 are heavily focused on technique and smoothing out transitions, while weeks 3 and 4 dive deeper into dance elements and embodied movement. Read more about the intensive on Instagram: @flow.flourish

Flow & Flourish + Coaching Package:

For an (optional) additional fee, students enrolled in F&F are invited to send up to two videos to Lindsey for highly personalized feedback and advice for independent practice. Feedback is provided in the form of a 15 minute video with discussion of theory and demonstration on the pole.


Online Intro to Chair Dance

Prerequisite: 18+

Learn a great mix of prop dancing and exotic flow mixed with a hot, sexy choreographed exercise. You will also start building the strength to hold poses on and off the chair.


Online WERQ Cardio Fitness

Prerequisite: none

Dance in your living room! Beginner-friendly movements will get your heart rate up while you follow along with your instructor.


Online Dance Conditioning and Technique

Prerequisite: None

This open level class will focus on working and conditioning your body for dance, as well as learning the technique and body placement used in ballet and other dance forms! You'll get your heart rate up as you learn combinations and barre exercises designed to work your core, strengthen muscles, and increase your flexibility/stamina, all while upping your dance game (with or without an apparatus!). A yoga mat or other non-slip towel is recommended, as well as the use of the back of a sturdy chair, couch, wall, or portable barre. Shoes are not required, but some may find wearing ballet slippers or socks to be helpful with pointing and brushing motions. If you have a hardwood or tile floor, bare feet or other shoes with a non-slip sole, such as tennis shoes, may work best. No previous dance experience required!


Conditioning & Flexibility Classes


Online Pole & Aerial Conditioning

Prerequisite: none

No apparatus needed! Use your body weight to condition your entire body at home. Class may use common household items -- a chair, towel, belt, or books.


Online Bend & Flex: Flexibility for Pole & Aerial 

Prerequisite: none

Bend & Flex offers a comprehensive, deep stretch session that opens up your body and increases your range of motion over time. If you're looking to get your splits, a backbend, or just increase your overall flexibility, Bend & Flex will help. 

For this class, you may need:

  • Enough floor space to do a plank and straddle
  • A few feet of open wall space
  • Chair (about knee height)
  • Two Yoga blocks or alternatives (paper towel rolls or thick books)
  • Mobility Peanut or alternative (tennis ball, lacrosse ball, or foam roller; soup can may work)
  • Yoga strap or alternative (belt or bath towel)


Online Bend & Rest: Restorative Stretching 

Prerequisite: none

Need a break from constant gains? Bend & Rest is a chill take on Bend & Flex. Promote rest and recovery by focusing on restorative stretching -- stretch one part of the body (hips, back, legs, shoulders), and release tension everywhere else. Learn to approach movement intentionally and meditatively.


Online Pole Classes


Online Pole Fundamentals / Level 1

Prerequisite: None

This class is a blend of Pole Fundamentals and Pole Level 1 curriculum. Beginners welcome! This class DOES require a home pole. We have many no-apparatus online classes, but this is not one of them. Please only sign up if you have a home pole.


Online Pole Level 1 / 2 

Prerequisite: 8 classes of Pole Fundamentals and instructor approval

Required skills: carousel kick, pole sit, basic pole spins and pole grips

Students will polish up their fundamentals moves and will also add new spins, floorwork, tricks, dance elements, and strength-based moves and poses to their repertoire. Students who are cleared for Level 2 (or close to it!) will train their inverts, intermediate moves, and learn new mods. This class DOES require a home pole.


Online Embrace Your Sexy: Pole 

Prerequisite: Pole required.

Connect with the sexy side of pole dance through exotic style choreography, sensual movement prompts, and platform heel instruction. Dance or stripper heels are recommended but not required. This class DOES require a home pole unless running as "Online Embrace Your Sexy: No Pole".


Discussion-based Classes


Online Body Image 101 

Prerequisite: None

This is a discussion-based class where we'll have equal time to discuss, process, and sit with how we feel about our bodies in this unique and challenging moment. We will also spend some time cultivating tools to combat negative self-talk and help cultivate a sense of self from a place of body neutrality.

We will discuss topics such as dealing with diet talk, forced hiatus from pleasurable movement, and the potential feelings of loss that have come with it. This class will be a space to cultivate a community of people who can have supportive discussions as we process our feelings about our bodies. Liana will utilize her experience facilitating critical discussion and draw on her lived experience as a fat person with an eating disorder to assist in facilitation. This group is a place to co-create and co-support, but is not licensed group therapy. People of all sizes and gender identities are welcome - if you have a body and want to talk about it, we're here for you!


The Self Care Prescription (series offering, separate pass required) 

Prerequisite: None

Have you been wondering what all the buzz around self-care is about? Join Robyn, author of The Self-Care Prescription, as she leads you on a 6-week journey of quieting the outside noise, making space for rest, connecting with your intuition, and unapologetically tending to your own needs. The Self-Care Prescription: A 6-Week Series is a 6-part live workshop for folx who are overwhelmed, burnt-out, and ready to give themselves the care they so freely give others. This series is about more than bubble baths and pedicures. Together, we will explore REAL self-care—the kind that nurtures the mind, body, and soul. We will investigate six domains of self-care: emotional, physical, social, mental, spiritual, and vocational.

During this guided 6-week journey, participants will receive tools for reconnecting with themselves, identifying their needs, and practicing self-care in sustainable ways. This live online course will feature weekly mindfulness, poetry, gentle movement, and self-reflection, with special emphasis on listening to your inner wisdom. In addition to live engagement with Robyn, you will have the opportunity to thrive in community with other like-minded folx who are committed to leveling up their self-care. Each participant will be mailed a self-care package curated specifically for this class, which will be used to support them on their journey to enhanced self-care.

All classes are live through Zoom. You may use your computer, tablet, or phone. Attending all six sessions live will help you get the most out of this series. In the unfortunate circumstance that you miss one of the live events, a recording will be emailed to you.

In-Studio Class Descriptions

Due to COVID-19, our drop in schedule may change throughout the semester.
Thank you for your patience as our drop-in schedule adjusts to the new needs of students and staff at this time. 


We require all students attending in-studio classes to sign our Informed Consent and Behavior Agreement. 
You may print and bring with you before your first in-studio class, or copies are available at the studio. 


All in-studio classes require masks. We recommend bringing multiple in case of sweating through your mask, which decreases their effectiveness.
If you have any questions about in-studio classes, please email [email protected] or view our COVID updates page.

Pole Class Descriptions

Beginner classes

(no prior fitness experience required)


Pole Fundamentals

Prerequisite: none

Enroll if you're completely new to pole fitness. Learn basic spins, climbs, and holds. Pole Fundamentals does not increase in difficulty during the semester. Join at any time.


Fluffy Kitty Pole

Prerequisite: student must identify as a plus sized person

Fluffy Kitty is designed for plus-sized and fat identifying folx of all genders to help change the way you interact with your body. Gain strength and flexibility while cultivating a positive body image. No judgment here!

Class also includes access to resources, support, and fitness professionals who specialize in plus size athleticism. There is no maximum weight limit for any of our classes.


Pole Level 1

Prerequisite: 8 classes of Pole Fundamentals and instructor approval

Required skills: carousel kick, pole sit, basic pole spins and pole grips

Students will polish up their fundamentals moves and will also add new spins, floorwork, tricks, dance elements, and strength-based moves and poses to their repertoire.


Spin Pole: Level 1+ 

Prerequisite: 8 classes of Pole Fundamentals, a strong understanding of Pole Level 1 repertoire and instructor approval

Required skills: carousel kick, pole sit, basic pole spins and pole grips

Apply your Pole Fundamentals and Pole Level 1 skills to a pole that rotates.


Pole Level 1 / 2

This is an intermediate pole class, blending curriculum from Level 1 and Level 2. Students may take this class if they are cleared for Non-Invert Pole Level 2 and above.


Embrace Your Sexy (18+): Level 1+

Prerequisite: 8 classes of Pole Fundamentals, an understanding of Level 1 repertoire and instructor approval

Required skills: carousel kick, pole sit, basic pole spins and pole grips

Connect with the sexy side of pole dance through choreography, sensual movement prompts, and platform heel instruction. Heels and kneepads are recommended but not required.



For the fall 2020 schedule, we are not currently offering intermediate or advanced classes on the drop in schedule
while our students and instructors regain their strength. We have made this decision to increase the overall safety of training practices as we engage again with movement in these ways. 


Students at the intermediate and advanced level may access training at this level through private lessons or private group classes. Schedule through this form or email [email protected]



Intermediate classes

Non-invert Level 2

Prerequisite: at least 8 classes of Level 1 and instructor approval. No tuck invert required

Required skills: Pole Level 1 requirements + stronghold crunch, chair spins, pole climbs and increased body awareness

Focus on all of the intermediate moves that do not require a tuck invert. More complex spins, strength based moves, floorwork, and transitions will be explored throughout the semester.

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​Pole Level 2

Prerequisite: at least 8 classes of Level 1 and instructor approval

Required skills: Pole Level 1 requirements + basic tuck invert, chair spins, pole climbs and increased body awareness

Execute inversions and more advanced spins, strength-based moves, and floorwork through combos and choreography that draw on gymnastics, ballet, hip-hop, and other genres of dance.​

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Advanced class

Pole Level 3

Prerequisite: at least 6 Level 2 classes, a strong understanding of Level 2 repertoire and instructor approval

Required skills: Pole Level 2 requirements + solid inside and outside leg hangs, shoulder mount with a light spot, one-arm spins, body awareness, active flexibility, and mental toughness

Level 3 requires a high level of stamina, strength, and technique. Learn advanced spins, tricks, dance, and floorwork. Class also includes high-intensity conditioning and flexibility exercises to generate extreme feats of athleticism. 

Sign up for class

Progressing in pole at Defy Gravity

Defy Gravity empowers students to embrace growth at their own pace. Listed below are guidelines for enrolling in higher level classes. Entering new levels requires instructor approval through evaluation. If you're interested in entering a new level, talk to your instructor after class.

Entering Open Pole and Pole
Co​nditioning

  • 1 class of Pole Fundamentals

Entering Pole Level 1

  • 8 classes of Pole Fundamentals
  • Carousel kick
  • Fan kick
  • Pole sit
  • Fireman spin
  • Developing body awareness

Entering Pole Level 2

  • Stronghold crunch
  • Chair spin
  • 2 climbs to pole sit
  • Increased body awareness
  • Tuck invert (not required for non-invert 2)

Entering Pole Level 3

  • Solid inside and outside leg hangs (gemini and scorpio)
  • Shoulder mount with a light spot
  • One-arm chair spin
  • Strong body awareness
  • Active flexibility
  • Mental toughness

Aerial arts class descriptions

​Beginner classes (no prior fitness experience required)


Fundamentals of Bar (lyra and static trapeze) 

Prerequisite: none! Open to the true beginner

Fundamentals of Bar is the introductory class for lyra and trapeze basics. 

For fall 2020, Fundamentals of Bar will be lyra only.


Fundamentals of Fabric (silks and hammock)

Prerequisite: none! Open to the true beginner

Fundamentals of Fabrics is the introductory class for silks and hammock basics. For fall 2020, all sections of FoF will alternate between silks/hammock on the same weekly basis to accommodate quarantine procedures.


Fluffy Kitty Aerial 

Prerequisite: student must identify as a plus-sized person

Fluffy Kitty is designed for plus-sized and fat identifying folx of all genders to help change the way you interact with your body. This class helps you gain strength and flexibility and cultivates a positive body image. No judgment here!

Class also includes access to resources, support, and fitness professionals who specialize in plus size athleticism. There's no maximum weight limit for any of our classes. 

Currently, FK Aerial is not on the drop in schedule, but is available for private group classes or private lessons. All instructors teaching our current aerial offerings are experienced with coaching plus-size athletes.


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Novice Classes

​Open Lyra

Open gym for lyra students of all levels. Open gym is time to practice moves learned in class.


Lyra 1

Prerequisite: Complete a lyra evaluation with an aerial instructor through Fundamentals of Bar. If coming from another studio, please email [email protected] to discuss.

Lyra is the perfect apparatus for those looking to flow from one beautiful pose to the next. Learn basic mounts, poses, and transitions while also growing your aerial vocabulary and technique.


Silks 1

Prerequisite: Complete a silks evaluation with an aerial instructor through Fundamentals of Fabrics. If coming from another studio, please email [email protected] to discuss appropriate levels.

Aerial silks are both beautiful and challenging. Students learn how to climb, execute basic holds using the feet & hips, and how to control the fabric. You will continue to build strength and proper technique.


Aerial Open Gym

Prerequisite: 1 Aerial Fundamentals class, prior aerial experience and instructor approval

Partake in freeform aerial practice time. Students must perform a self-guided warm up, practice tricks within their level range, and cool down.



Intermediate Classes

Open Lyra: Level I and Up

Prerequisite: must already be enrolled in Lyra 1 or Lyra 2

Open lyra is designed for Lyra 1 and Lyra 2 students to explore new moves and combos.

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For the fall 2020 schedule, we are not currently offering all our intermediate or advanced classes on the drop in schedule while our students and instructors regain their strength. Additionally, not all aerial apparatuses are available for training due to COVID cleaning procedures. 


We have made these decisions to increase the overall safety of training practices as we engage again with movement in these ways.


Students at the intermediate and advanced level may access training through private lessons or private group classes. Schedule through this form or email [email protected]



Advanced Classes

Silks 2

Prerequisite: Complete understanding of silks 1 tricks and techniques, silks evaluation and instructor approval

This class will push students harder physically on silks with heavier conditioning and more complex tricks. Build on your Silks 1 skills to create new sequences and shapes in the air.


Lyra 2

Prerequisite: Complete understanding of Lyra 1 tricks and techniques, lyra evaluation and instructor approval

This class will push students harder physically on Lyra with heavier conditioning and more complex tricks. Build on your Lyra 1 skills to create new sequences and shapes in the air.


Trapeze 2

Prerequisite: Complete understanding of trapeze 1 tricks and techniques, trapeze evaluation and instructor approval

This class will push students harder physically on trapeze with heavier conditioning and more complex tricks. Build on your Trapeze 1 skills to create new sequences and shapes in the air.

Sign up for class

Open-level Supplemental Classes

(No prior fitness experience required)

Bungee Fitness

Prerequisite: none

Try a lower-impact cardio option that also strengthens your core. This fitness program is inspired by dance, aerial, and circus. Jumps, squats, push-ups and dynamic movements are more accessible and fun! Come fly with us in a brand new way!


Sign up for class

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