Essence Pole & Dance Studio - Valparaiso, Indiana

Lauren Weibl

Welcoming, inclusive, supportive, individualized tricks and dance. The instructors are truly here to support your growth and autonomy, ready to meet you where you are today. There are classes for yoga and conditioning, there are classes for dancing or for focusing on tricks—there is no one single way to do pole. There’s no specific body type or personality or prerequisite you need to come here, essence really is for everyone. I can come in feeling my best and be hyped and encouraged, or I can come in feeling sore or stressed and be supported in that way, too. I always leave class feeling more myself than I did when I walked in. I’ve been coming to essence for about 2 years now, and I can confidently say that I would not be the person I am today without this community. You sign up for a class one day—whether it’s to do something different, or for fitness, or to build confidence, or to meet new people…and then you get to find yourself in a new home. Try it out, you won’t regret it. ❤️

Kelly Verthein

Essence has become my happy place! I love having a safe and supportive environment to push my body in a unique way! The instructors are super knowledgeable and just the sweetest people! The best things I've gained from Essence are, a new found confidence in my body, and the best pole friends, who always support your wins!

Erica Gillespie

Essence is absolutely amazing!! The environment is genuinely so welcoming & perfect for beginners. I love that they focus on the needs of the students & shape their classes based on the students interests. Always such a fun time no matter what class you take!

Jenifer Colville

Welcoming and inclusive! Classes at all levels of experience/abilities with no judgment and instructors that genuinely want to help you succeed.

Corissa Graves

There is an absolutely amazing group of teachers and students which makes the space feel warm and welcoming. The variety of classes also keeps me from getting bored so it's easy to make this a regular part of my fitness routine.

Rine Lou

One of the best pole studios I’ve been too! Essence Pole & Dance harbors a safe and welcoming environment that is a 100% judgement free zone. I began consistently going about five months ago to reignite my aerial pursuits and I have not been disappointed. Everytime I step into the studio it feels like coming home with a group of women who care and encapsulate what pole is meant to be.

Pros:

The teaching is progressive with your safety in mind. No overloading or pressing you to fast. Your foundations will be beyond solid so you are able to comfortably progress on your journey.

Each student is treated as an individual. Everyone learns at a different pace and the lovely teachers always have that in mind during every class!

You’ll gain confidence with each trick learned. Depending on the class you really learn to tap into your ‘essence’ one might say.

Cons:

N/A

So, 10/10 I would recommend this studio to anyone who wants to begin their journey or start up again. They will make you fall in love, I know I have.

Christine Sanchez

If you're looking for a safe & non-judgmental environment to express yourself in, then this is the place for you! I was so nervous to take myself first class, but I'm so grateful I did. After one class, I knew this was what I was searching for. Fast forward a year later, my body is stronger, I have confidence in my own skin, and I get to spend time with people on the same journey that want to see each other thrive.

Brenda K

I am so thrilled that this place exists right here in Valparaiso. The instructors are so nice, and they have such great teaching methods. They are able to break down the moves into baby steps to make them so much easier to understand and learn. The instructors, as well as all the fellow students I've met are so welcoming and friendly. This is definitely a place for anyone wishing to learn pole dance & fitness, no matter your age, current fitness level, or size. They customize instruction to fit you where you are at the moment. Thank you Essence Pole & Dance Studio!