INSTRUCTORS

Our team of highly skilled and enthusiastic Instructors come from a
wide range of backgrounds and bring their training and
passion for dance to share at Pole Play Studios.

Our Pole Dance Instructors have a minimum 2 year Pole Dance history and
are dedicated to being part of the PPS family.

 

Sophia

Sophia has a life long history in dance and performance, with experience in many and varied styles of dance, movement and body work including Cabaret, Can Can, Contemporary Dance, Burlesque, Shiatsu and Traditional Chinese Medicine, Trapeze, Aerial Hoop, Yoga (14 years!) and Qi Gong. Soon after embarking on what became a 9 year/continuing career in Pole Dance she realized how fantastic it made people feel to dance sexily and be affirmed for it, and also how quickly it shaped and toned her body and those of the women and men around her - in all the right places!

Sophia has trained with Circus Oz and NICA (the National Institute of Circus Arts), and some of the worlds most renowned pole dancers including Suzie Q, Pantera Blacksmith, Jamilla Deville, Zoraya Judd, Remi Martin, Rafaela Montanaro, Rebecca Butcher and Girlfriend Fun and Fitness. She now manages, directs and instructs at Pole Play Studios with the aim of helping others experience the fabulous feeling of getting fit and body proud in this unique and very rewarding way. She is a member on the Australian Board of the International Pole Federation.

Sophia performs individually and collaboratively with other local and international artists. Keep your eyes open for her saucy shows!!

Having worked full time as a Pole Dance and Fitness Instructor for over 6 years Sophia has become the leading professional in her field in north QLD. She is known for high quality instruction and for being able to 'fast track' both students who are purely after some fun and fitness and also those who are looking to work in the industry.
 
 
 

Fiona

Fiona fell in love with dance at 3 years of age, and has continued to dance in all her free time since! She has studied many varied styles including Tap, Modern, Jazz, Funk, Salsa, Hip Hop, Urban Fusion and Break Dancing. Fiona holds a Degree in Physiotherapy and has been teaching different forms of dance for over 10 years, including a stint at the Royal Ballet School in London. She discovered Pole Dance in 2005 and joined Pole Play Studios in August 2006. Fiona performs with the Polesque Dance Troupe.

"Music and dance have always been a huge part of my life, it's a great way to get fit, let off some steam, learn about your body and express yourself. Everyone should try it!"
 
 
 

Daniel

Daniel has been into sports since childhood and with a background in Latin dance he started practicing the Chinese pole at Pole Play in 2007.

He has since spent time training at NICA (The National Institute of Circus Arts) as well as gymnastics at the Wesley College, and has taught pole at Bottoms Up Burlesque School in Melbourne.

Daniel can be seen performing in theaters and at events around Australia, and won 5th Place in the men's division of the 2009 Australian Pole Dance Championships!








 
 
 

Lauren

Lauren was hooked from the moment she saw her first Belly dance performance. She had never before seen such a colourful, fun and dramatic dance style.

After years of studying the art of belly dancing, Lauren started performing at corporate functions and private events. She then decided the best way to share her love of belly dance was to start teaching classes and workshops.

Lauren has a flair for belly dancing and a passion for performing and teaching. She often observes a transformation in women who practice Belly dance. They appear more confident, have renewed enthusiasm and they aren't afraid of expressing their feminine self.

Trained in classical ballet and jazz, Lauren has always had a fascination with dance and movement. A yoga and pole dancing enthusiast, Lauren performs as a solo Belly dancer and as a professional Fire Twirler with the FireTech Dance Troupe.

Lauren is now our new Belly dance Instructor, teaching Belly workshops and parties at Pole Play.

"Lose yourself in the exotic music and fun costuming discover an energetic and fun dance style enjoyed by ALL ages, shapes and sizes."

 
 
 

Alana

Alana studied ballet, ballroom, gymnastics, hip hop and modern dance, even before she discovered the pole! This combined with a long time love of sports, yoga and body balance brings strong dance and fitness foundations to her pole work.

Alana also holds an undergraduate medical degree, so is well studied in anatomy, physiology, applied physics, biology and heamodynamics! and is currently undertaking a Masters in Medical Ultrasound.

She has taught for Pole Fitness Australia, has now joined the Instructors Team at Pole Play Studios.

Alana is ultimately aiming to compete in pole dance competitions and is in training for both singles and doubles sets.

 
 
 

Heather

With a background in classical Ballet, Funk and Hip Hop, Heather continued to feed her passion for dance by embarking on a Pole Dance training regime over four years ago.

Less than a year later Heather placed 2nd in the Amateur Division of the QLD Finals of Miss Pole Dance Australia. Heather then continued her training in the art of Burlesque in Brisbane, as a means to feel sexy and empowered.

Also holding both a Bachelor of Visual Arts and a Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching she has taught both Pole and Burlesque for Chic Unique Physique. Teaching has always come naturally to Heather and she loves to share her passion for dance whilst constantly aiming to further explore her stagecraft.

Self professed dance addict, Heather, can now be seen performing at local venues in Cairns.
 
 
 

Sabine

Sabine has been involved in fitness since the word GO! An award winning athlete, Sabine has studied the techniques and functions of the body to receive a Certificate 4 in Physical Training.

With over five years of teaching experience already behind her Sabine has taught and trained with adults and children at dance studios in Japan, Europe and Australia.

Also working as a Tour Director throughout New-Zealand and Australia, she is used to working with groups of people on adventurous levels! and is super out-going, making her classes a blast of fun and energy.

Trained in Body Balance and free-style Dance, Sabine has a deep passion for 'Expression-in-Movement'.

Through her time at Pole Play Studios and now also training in Gymnastics her awesome fitness and flexibility are truly something to inspire! This combined with her passion for dance has seen her fast track herself through the PPS classes to become our newest Instructor.

"I believe that everyone has the Power to achieve the Goals they set for themselves, make it fun by doing what you enjoy and watch your Fitness soar!"