We recommend that you begin with an Intro to Pole 101.  This class runs for 45 minutes on Sunday afternoons at 1:15pm (unless otherwise noted) and costs $15.00 + tax.  Intro to Pole will give an idea of what you will learn in the progressive 4-class Pole 101 course.  If you feel confident about starting Pole 101 right away, you may start in Pole 101 Class 1.  The drop-in fee for one regular pole class is $35 + tax, or we have some great membership options designed to save you money!  Click here for more information.

Please call us at 604.738.7653, or e-mail us to reserve a spot.  We will need your full name, phone number, e-mail address, and the $15.00 + HST class fee that we can receive over the phone with a credit card.  Payment must be taken prior to class to complete your reservation. Please note, all class fees and memberships are non-refundable, but you may reschedule your spot in class if 24 hours notice is given before the class you originally reserved a spot in.

All Tantra Fitness Members and Guests must reserve a spot for all pole dance classes only.  This includes all progressive pole classes (101, 202, 303, 404, 505, 606) as well as Polefit, Poleaerobics, Exotic Dance L1 and Exotic Dance L2.  If you are an existing member, you can reserve your pole online by clicking “Member’s Log-in” at the top right corner of the website.  If you do not have your password, select “‘Click Here’ for assistance” in order to retrieve one.  If you have never been to the studio before, please e-mail us or call us at 604.738.7653 and one of our Studio Coordinators will set up your profile and answer any questions you may have.

Everyone may feel a little nervous at first–new studio, new people, new environment!  After your first class, you will fall in love with our wonderful community of bright, funny, and supportive women! Our Instructors and staff are friendly and professional.  And although some classes are more sensual in nature (such as Lap Dance and Exotic Dance) there is absolutely no nudity and you will do only what feels comfortable for you in a non-competitive and safe environment.

Yes. Every pole fitness instructor that currently teaches at a Tantra Fitness is a professionally certified fitness instructor.

Please wear clothing that is suitable for the class you will be attending:

Pole 101-202: Wear longer pants that cover the back of the knee, along with a t-shirt or tank top until you get used to the pole. Recommended footwear includes indoor rubber-soled shoes and bare feet. We DO NOT recommend wearing high heels of any kind.

Pole 303 – Pole 505: These classes require skin to stick to the pole so please wear shorts, tank-tops and/or sport’s bras. Recommended footwear includes indoor rubber-soled shoes and bare feet. We DO NOT recommend wearing high heels of any kind.

Dance Fitness Classes: Proper athletic footwear is recommended for all Dance Fitness classes with the exception of Exotic Dance Level 1 and 2 and Lap Dance, which require high heels OR bare feet.

Please refrain from applying oil or oil-based moisturizers within 1.5 hours of a pole lesson as this will prevent your skin from properly adhering to the pole. We do however recommend applying a water-based moisturizer in the morning of the day of your pole class, as completely dry skin also has difficulty adhering to the pole.[/toggle]

Pole dancing is a body weight resistance exercise. Every time you perform a move, you get a great stretch, keeping your muscles long and lean as opposed to short and bulky, which lifting weights can often do. Pole Dancing offers a complete body workout combining strength training, fat burning and stretching. Why struggle to find the willpower to go to the gym? Get excited about working out! You are so focused on learning the moves that you forget you are even exercising.

Yes!  Practice makes perfect!  Once you have completed all classes of that Pole level (101, 202, 303, 404, 505, or 606), you can either repeat the whole level again, or repeat certain classes if there is a particular move you want to work on.  Your best bet is to consult your Instructor to come up with a practice plan.  It is very common that participants repeat whole levels or repeat certain classes.  Many also enroll in several different levels at the same time.  For safety reasons, always be sure you are not attending a class that is too advanced.  Also, take advantage of Open Studio Practice time!

For anyone at any fitness level,we always recommend you consult your physician before starting a new fitness program. Tantra Fitness prides itself on being THE fitness alternative for the every-day woman.  We have classes that are high intensity, moderate intensity, and lower intensity. Classes such as Ballfit, Ballet Bootcamp, or Kangoo Jumps are high intensity classes.  Cardio Striptease and Bellyfit are examples of moderate intensity classes.  Sexy Flexy and Suspended Yoga are some of our lower intensity classes.  Once you have been cleared to participate by your physician, contact us by e-mail, phone, or in person for recommendations on which classes to start with.  When you attend your first classes, always take some time before the start of class to communicate any concerns you have with the Instructor.  The Tantra Fitness community is one of the most supportive, fun, and welcoming bunch of women you’ll ever meet in Vancouver!  Come in and experience the warm fuzzies:).

Pole Classes are all classes that use the pole as the main exercise apparatus, and are usually progressive.  All participants must reserve a spot in all Pole Classes.  These classes include Pole 101, Pole 202, Pole 303, Pole 404, Pole 505, Pole 606, Exotic Dance L1, & Exotic Dance L2.  Dance Fitness Classes are all other classes appropriate for all levels.  You do not need to reserve a spot in Dance Fitness Classes EXCEPT for Polefit and Poleaerobics.  Polefit and Poleaerobics are considered Dance Fitness Classes as they can be taken by any participant with or without experience pole dancing; however, because we have 15 poles you must reserve a spot for Polefit and Poleaerobics.

The studio is equipped with free, filtered cold water. We encourage you to bring your own reusable water bottle.

Members are any persons that have a monthly commitment for Pole and/or Dance Fitness classes or any persons that have at least one class left on a punch card. There are no additional membership fees associated with being a member!

Guests are any persons who may be new to the Studio and have no current or existing membership, and or any persons who purchase and attend classes at the drop-in rates.

With certain restrictions, yes.  Members with one-year unlimited memberships can hold their membership for 30 consecutive days or 14 consecutive days twice a year.  Members with 6-month unlimited memberships can hold their membership for 14 consecutive days or 7 consecutive days twice during the 6-month membership term. Student 3-month members can hold their membership for 7 consecutive days. Members must inform the studio of their hold in person, by e-mail, or by phone BEFORE the start date of the hold. Members are not allowed to attend classes during the holding period until the holding period is over.

Punch Card Members have one year to use up their punch card classes.  The year begins from the date of purchase/activation.  The expiry date for any remaining classes cannot be extended.  The value of any remaining classes cannot be refunded or used as credit towards another membership once the punch card is purchased.  Make sure the punch card option is the right one for you!