Why we're here...
"The arts are a challenging and under-appreciated field. However, I believe very deeply in the importance of creative work for individuals/communities and for social change. We need more art in the world - not merely for entertainment, but for the well-being of our communities, to reconnect to the self, and to foster a more universal and inclusive language. Being an artist is a constant risk, but one that is well worth the moments of inspiration that allow us to create, perform, share, teach and inspire."
-- Ruth McConnell, owner
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Meet your Instructors
Ruth
Owner, Lead Instructor
Ruth has been immersed in the world of arts from the age of 4, beginning with ballet, tap, and jazz. She brings fifteen years of instruction and competition to her teaching with concurrent yoga, ballroom dance, and fitness pursuits. She believes in movement as both a healing art and as a form of personal expression. There is a strong focus on correct alignment and form. Variations for poses and sequences allow for all levels to find an appropriate balance of challenge and comfort while developing inner awareness.
"No matter what shape, size, age, or skill level... everyone supports each other and becomes a family. It is important that the students taking a pole class feel comfortable with their bodies and external interpretation of who they are inside. If there is any way to help improve your self-awareness and confidence, I will strive to get you there."
Affiliations: United States Pole Dance Federation
Pole Fitness Alliance
American Pole Fitness Association
Baptiste Power Yoga Methodology
Certified! Ruth is also available for private and semi-private instruction.
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Ashley
Pole Flow
Ashley's pole journey began in 2016 while exploring different dance styles in an effort to explore movement and gain flexibility. She fell in love with the versatility that pole dance offered and loved how it helped her to build strength, grace, and confidence. Her personal teaching philosophy focuses on "safety, style, and smiles" as she aims to help her students discover and develop their own personal dance style while remaining safe and having fun.
Ashley is XPERT 1 & 2 certified.
Gabby
Femmeography
Bio coming soon.
Lindsay
Hoop Dance
My name is Lindsay and I've been hula hooping for 10 years.
Hooping has made such a positive impact on my life -- both mentally and physically. I want to create a safe space for everyone to enjoy... to express themselves and teach others how to dance at every skill level and connect to their own body. Community and supporting individuals in their growth means so much to me. I hope everyone who takes my class finds a new and exciting way to express themselves. Lets create art through movement, come flow with me!
Tess
Pole 2
Poling for Introverts
Hi, polers! My name is Tess or Sunnii (sunny). Either way I'm here to brighten your day! I've been poling for 4 years going on 5 and I love it! It is everything fitness and finesse for me -- empowering and *so* much fun. I love teaching and I'm excited to be back at the home studio where I started my journey. Let's dance!!!
Claire
Pole 3
Basework & Fluidity
Claire started pole dancing in 2015, coming from a background of gymnastics and pole vaulting. High-flying flippy tricks are her favorite things about pole, but she has dabbled in many aspects of pole, from the heels and sultry side to flowy barefoot dance. She loves to help students on the path to nailing that next big move and is here to spot, physically and/or emotionally.
Claire is Elevated Levels 1 & 2 certified.
Khuzama
Belly Dance
Khuzama is an award-winning professional belly dancer, instructor and entertainer. She has performed and taught the art of Egyptian and Lebanese dance all over the country for over 15 years. She is also a choreographer that draws her influences from modern and classical Egyptian style, fusion with a hint of Lebanese style dance. Well versed in the intricacies of where culture and dance meet, she has in depth knowledge of the history, folkloric traditions and modern stylizations of dance.
Belly Dance will resume in January '23.
MasoKiss
Burlesque
Trained in ballet from a young age, MasoKiss entered the world of burlesque in 2013. She works with various productions in the Tri-State area including The Dark Angels and Envoute Entertainment. MasoKiss was crowned the winner of Philadelphia's Burlesque Battle Royale in 2015 and has brought her signature style to burlesque festivals from Boston to New Orleans. Known as "The Industrial Ballerina, Who's Always On Point(e)" she combines her former dance training with her love for alternative music styles to bring a unique take on striptease with a whole lot of sparkle!
Burlesque returns January 2023
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Eric
Inversion Training
After encountering pole dance at a bachelorette party and an LGBT+ benefit event, Eric was captivated by strength, skill, and grace of the dancers. Determined to add this to his fitness regimen, he began taking classes in 2017 with Delaware Pole Fitness. Since then he has found a deep love for the sport, and aspires to both push himself and others who share his esteem for poling. Inversion can be one of the more difficult facets of poling; so the focus is on core conditioning as well as challenging oneself (but not comparing progress to others') in a judgment free and light-hearted environment. Control of motion results in a stronger body, and a more liquid performance!
Khyanne
Turn Up Dance Fitness
My name is Khyanne, like the pepper! I have been a member and instructor of Turn up Dance Fitness since February 2022. While attending Turn Up classes a year prior at the YMCA, I fell in love with the positive vibes, fun choreography, and results of Turn Up. It has made such a significant change within myself... life in general. It’s given me so much confidence and has enhanced my own self-love. I absolutely love dancing, tapping into my alter ego, and letting loose in choreography while getting a full workout. Can’t wait for everyone to experience this empowering dance fitness class!
Prince
It's Tricky!
Pole Conditioning
Prince continued his pole dancing self-taught for over a year. Whether inverted or grounded, spin pole or static, he is here to prepare his students to become great dancers.
Prince focuses on new tricks to build your confidence.