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Lisa opened her first studio in Wiltshire in 2007 , she went on to win a small business award and opened more successful studios. Lisa and her studios have been awarded for various health and well-being awards and was recently a finalist in the Bristol Life Awards 2020 with Studio 11.
Over many years, Lisa and her studio members / instructors have supported local charities through organising annual events and shows. Though we will always support our competing members, our annual charity shows gives every members the opportunity to perform live on stage in front of hundreds of supporting people, raising thousands of pounds for local charities. To date, Lisa and her studio instructors / members have raised well over £60,000 for local charities.
Owner, Instructor, general badass
Lisa Henderson
Experience:
Lisa has over 20 years' experience, having a background and qualifications in Sport Leadership as well as a Exercise To Music (ETM) Instructor. Lisa fell in love with pole and it’s total benefits, she loves sharing her passion. Lisa holds a PDC Level 5 Instructor certification. She is also a grading assessor for PDC. What makes Lisa most proud is her team of instructors and her awesome members.
About Lisa:
Lisa is passionate about empowering confidence and creating a supportive, positive environment for all members.
Favourite Move:
Ayesha.
Fun Fact:
Proudest moment was nominated for the Health and Well-being awards for outstanding contribution to improved Health and Well-being in Wiltshire. "This was a proud moment for me and my team as we were able to give pole fitness the recognition it deserves."
Pole Instructor, superman queen
Tracey Graham
Experience:
Tracey has over 12 years' pole fitness experience, teaching for over six of those years. She has completed her PDC Level 3 qualification and First Aid training.
About Tracey:
"My love for pole fitness is still as fresh today as it was when I first started over 12 years ago. I was lucky enough to be able to pass on my knowledge and passion in classes and now have over 6 years of teaching experience. I still enjoy the learning process and being a student myself whenever I can."
Favourite Move:
"My favourite move has to be the Superman, although some of my students can't quite find the same love for this one!!".
Fun Fact:
"My partner once asked me.... 'if you had to give up pole fitness or me, which would you chose' ....so I was honest and told him I met the pole first!!".
Pole Instructor, French fancy
Lucille
Liric
Experience:
"I saw a pole for the very first time at a student union fair (I was only there for the free pizza of course!) and was instantly mesmerised by the performer. How graceful she was, it seemed like she was not affected by gravity at all! I booked my first session within the same week and have been hooked ever since!"
About Lucille:
"I absolutely adore pole. It makes me feel free, powerful and is a constant reminder that you can achieve anything with the right amount of dedication, mistakes and practice. In my opinion this is a major lesson that translates to any aspect of life really."
Favourite Move:
"There is nothing like the feeling you get when you finally nail a move you dreamt of for years and never even thought possible!"
Fun Fact:
"I’m French. Yes I love cheese. And No it doesn’t cause nightmares, it makes you happy and your muscles grow !"
Pole Instructor, theatrical god
Louise
Giles
Experience:
Lou has over 6 years' experience and is a qualified Level 3 Personal Trainer. She has Xpert Pole Instructor Levels 1&2, Xpert Instructor Levels 3&4, Xpert Spin Pole Instructor, PDC 3 Star Instructor and is First Aid trained.
About Louise:
"I started pole back in March 2015 after buying a Groupon voucher! Since then, I've always been a bit of an explorer, trying different styles and learning something from each style, workshop, instructor and student I've worked with. What inspires me isn't just from pole, but bringing other aerial and movement-based practices in has really shaped how I pole today and it's something I look to share with my students, whether it's tricks, combos, contemporary, heels, I just love all of it. My favourite will always be pole theatre - being able to tell a story and evoke emotion.
Favourite Move:
Iron X or Human Flag.
Fun Fact:
Lou has summited Mount Tarakani, a dormant volcano standing at 2,518 m that is located on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island. She can also touch her nose with her tongue!
Pole Instructor
CAITLIN
BRENNAN
Experience:
Caitlin has 7 years of pole experience!
She has completed her PDC level 4
About cAITLIN:
"I was a rhythmic gymnast in my younger years at a competitive level placing 3rd at the British champions 2 years running, .. in my early 20s I decided I needed to get into some sort of sport again, studio 11 opened in Keynsham and I attended the first class! The rest is history. I love pole, I love seeing my progression.. as a student that really struggled with my strength for many years, I’ve gained a lot of confidence and I’ve met so many amazing ladies along the way."
Favourite Move:
"Has to be a Jade split, or layback!"
Fun Fact:
"I love to sew, and I make a lot of my own pole clothes!
Pole & Hoop Instructor, Henchwoman
Meg
Bell
Experience:
Certified level 4 pole dancer & PDC approved (3 star) pole dancing instructor. 3 1/2 years pole dancing experience.
About meg:
"I absolutely love dogs and enjoy spending my spare time going on long dog walks. I used to do gymnastics and ballet as a child. As a teenager I always wanted to get back into it but just never actually got round to it as I felt I had left it too late. Then I found pole and I haven’t looked back since. I also do aerial hoop and have done aerial silks."
Favourite Move:
"seahorse"
Fun Fact:
"I am double jointed in my fingers and toes & I love Harry Potter."
Experience:
Certified PDC Level 5 dancer (Merit) and PDC 3 star instructor.
About Oli:
She is a musician by trade, but took ballet when she was younger. "I've had my eye on pole since starting Uni and it took me 8 years to pluck up the confidence to try! I haven’t looked back since - pole makes me feel alive, free and at peace with myself. My only regret is that I didn’t start sooner!"
Favourite Move:
"I adore strength-based moves like Iron X, but the feeling of nailing any move you’ve been training for a while is incredible!"
Fun Fact:
"I’m a qualified PADI Advanced scuba diver and have dived with sea lions and sea otters in California. My dream is to dive with a shark one day!"
Pole Instructor, Iron X Queen
Oli
Smith
Experience:
Maddie has been in the wellness industry for over 10 years. Maddie started pole fitness in 2019.
About Maddie:
Pole has been a massive journey for her; "It has helped my confidence and my wellbeing. I love holding space for others in anyway needed and enjoy supporting and cheerleading!!!!"
Favourite move:
Pretzel
Fun fact:
“I have a horse called Digby who thinks he’s a big dog”.
Pole & Yoga Instructor, calm queen
Maddie
Fews