The best pole studios in Singapore

Learn how to pole dance at Singapore’s premier pole dance studio - The Brass Barre. Whether you are a beginner or a highly advanced dancer, try your hand on a pole dance class or exotic and flexibility class for all levels. Regardless of age or body type, The Brass Barre believes that pole dancing is a sport that not only trains strength and discipline but also celebrates the lyrical beauty of the human form. Curious to find out more? Try their 1-hour introduction to the basics of pole dancing, striptease and splits at their trial classes for $15.

Pole dancing is no longer as controversial as it once was – and this studio will have you working up a sweat. Not as easy as it looks, gyrating around the pole while maintaining svelte frames requires you to work on your upper and lower body strength. Founded by Miss Pole Dance Southeast Asia 2012, Naoko Enomoto, and is crewed by a team of professionally trained instructors who have tailored unique workouts for the busy office worker, SLAP offers various levelled classes for first-timers seeking the basics through experienced dancers looking to polish their acrobatic techniques and learn new tricks. Its 8-week course starts at $250, but for a taster, opt for the 1-hour trial class at $15.

Embark on a dance journey with Studio Sands to escape from everyday routines or for pole dancers who are looking to grow in a more holistic way through this art form. With the promise of training both left and right arms, Studio Sands welcomes dancers to greater heights on 40mm stainless steel poles (easier for small hands!) and 45mm (international competition standards) stainless steel poles to suit your training needs. Pole practices start from $12 for 1.5 hours, join Studio Sands and work your way up the pole to the advanced classes.

Fancy some aerial fitness? Or pole dance, pole gym or contemporary pole? You can choose and create your own style at Milan Pole Studio. There are classes (each class is 60 minutes) with different levels of difficulty so beginners are more than welcome to try. Learn how to move your body in a safe and feel-good environment. With practice rates starting at $15, push your limits with aerial silks, hammocks, and hoop classes.

This innovative female-only dance school offers unique classes like aerial art, pole and burlesque dances, Pussycat Dolls choreography, Korean Pop Saranghae, exotic dances and more. Founded in 2005, Groove Dance School encourages ladies to get in touch with their sensual and fitness self. Ranging from beginner to advanced levels, you can easily fit into a category you're comfortable with and start getting your groove on.

At Breathe Dance Co, trial classes start at just $15. The studio has some of the best instructors in Singapore who will teach you a snippet from the upcoming term choreography. You will also get to try some basic spinning pole tricks and transitions. Those who are experienced can also book pole practice for $10 per session after. 

Who said pole dancing is only meant for the ladies? PXD Pole Studio is founded by Louis Sue, one of the few male pole dancing professionals in Singapore. The pole studio has since expanded into a new location on Cecil Street. Classes are led by a group of passionate and experienced pole dancers with varied backgrounds. Trial classes start at $10 per person, which should give you a headstart on your pole dancing journey.