For Newbies

It’s actually one of my absolute favourite things about pole, how you are in classes and how you express yourself during them is uniquely yours. Everyone’s journey is different and at Altitude we celebrate any way that might look. 💘

Confidence isn't just something you order online and have delivered overnight; it's more like a journey full of plot twists, awkward dance moves, and occasional pep talks in the mirror. And if there's one place where this journey gets a whole lot sassier, it's during a class at Altitude pole.

Curious to know more about pole? Here's every pole truth you'll ever need to know...

It's an exciting new world when you decide to become a pole dancer. There are SO many new things to learn, moves to conquer, techniques to perfect...Let's take a step back and talk about what we think YOU should know when you first start! Straight from your instructors, here's our top 10 things every new pole dancer should know ♥

Curious about what our members say about pole dancing? Read about Baylee's journey at Altitude written in her own words ♥

Are you looking for a fun and empowering way to boost your confidence? Look no further than pole dancing! Here's what some of our members have to say about their experience with pole dancing...

This Pride month we wanted to celebrate our Rainbow community, so we asked them to talk about their unique journey with pole dancing. From their first class to the challenges they've faced and the growth they've seen in themselves!

Pole dance and fitness is a unique and engaging form of exercise that can provide a heap of benefits for your flexibility, mobility, and overall health 🤩 You can dance your way to surpassing your goals in a welcoming, supportive environment - and have a blast doing it! Here are six ways that pole fitness can improve your physical well-being...

This blog was written by Sean, one of our members from our studio in Redwood, Christchurch 💪

Feeling like you're in a bit of a rut lately? If you're getting a bit bored with your day-to-day, and you've watched everything good on Netflix, then it might just be time to spice things up a little! We're slightly biased, but we think learning to pole dance is the perfect rut-buster 🤸‍♀️ Starting something new can be daunting, especially if you're coming in as a total beginner, so we've put together our top tips on how to be a beginner again...

This blog was written by Ajay, one of our members from our studio in Takapuna, Auckland

This blog was written by Ed, one of our members from our studio in Christchurch Central 💪

This blog was written by Mark, one of our members at our Whanganui Studio

If you're thinking about giving pole dancing a go, you probably have a tonne of questions - the most important being what to wear!? If you're looking into booking in for your first class, keep reading to find out what to wear to your first class and other tips for beginners...

This blog was written by Matemoana, one of our members from our studio in The Mount ❤️️

Are you new to this whole exercise thing? Maybe you've had a few false starts with best intentions at the gym but it just never stuck. Or maybe phys-ed class in high school still has you traumatized thanks to -shudder- the dreaded beep test 🤢 If you're new to exercise and looking for a fun way to get fit, then pole dance might be exactly what you've been searching for!

This blog was written by Emma, one of our members from our studio in Palmerston North ❤️️

Did you know that pole dancing is the perfect addition to your current exercise regime? Whether you're into a team sport, like to jog, are a gym bunny, or like to work out at home, pole dancing is a great way to supplement your current training schedule for maximum results! No matter your workout style, age, gender or size, pole is a fun addition to your current workout plan with some pretty sweet physical benefits! 💪 We've put together a list of our top 6 reasons why pole dancing is the perfect pairing for your current exercise regime...

This blog was written by Rosie, one of the amazing members of our pole community 💕

This blog was written by one of our Hamilton studio members, Sarah ❤️️

Have you been looking for a way to bring some excitement into your days? Then it's time to give pole dancing a go! Keep reading to see why pole dance is the ultimate way to live a fierce, badass life!

This blog was written by one of our Altitude Pole Nelson students, Milo, on how he has found peace with himself, body and soul during his pole dance journey.

Confidence - for some, it comes as naturally as breathing, but for most of us, it's a constant changing journey. Some days you wake up and feel on top of the world, on other days it can be a struggle just to step out in public.

Are you ready to book in for your first pole dancing lesson? That's awesome! You're about to enter a world where fun and fitness go hand in hand 🤸‍♀️ Before you get started, we're sure you have a bunch of questions about what to expect, so we've put together the hot goss you need to know ready for your first pole class ❤️️

Thinking about trying Pole Dance for the first time? Well you are full of great ideas and this is definitely one of your best!!

Facts on Pole Dancing & Altitude - Infographic Style!

As pole dancers, we regularly encounter certain stories about who we are and what pole dancing is like - some true, some false. Well we'd like to set the record straight and tell you what's FACT and what's FICTION. 🤔

As pole dancers, we are all used to hearing people say ‘I’d love to try pole dancing, but I’m not strong enough’, or ‘Would I have to wear heels?’, or ‘I don’t know if I could take all my clothes off’. Well, we are here to tell you that you are strong enough, you don’t have to wear heels, and we do in fact wear clothes (we are NOT a nudist colony!). But let’s knock these myths and questions out one by one!

Are you curious if Altitude Attitude is for you? Check out what some of last year's divas have to say!