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An extremely warm welcome to QMBL Pole Fitness! We are a society set up to give you the opportunity to experience one of the latest fitness crazes: pole dancing. Not only does this sport give you a full-body workout whilst improving flexibility and endurance, but you will also become part of a truly supportive and inspirational community which welcomes everyone of all ages, body types, fitness levels, and genders.
We are pleased to announce that we will be continuing to offer in-person classes at London Dance Academy this academic year (2025/26). These classes are not taught by committee members, but by very qualified, excellent pole instructors. A class booked directly with the LDA usually costs £20, but with our membership you will have access to the same classes from only £8, whilst being a part of the QMBL pole fitness community! Their studio is located close to Old Street Station, so only about a 30 minute journey from Mile End campus!
Still unsure? Why not come along to one of our taster sessions where you will be taught the basics by an LDA instructor and get to meet other pole members! No membership or previous experience required
Taster session dates and tickets coming soon - so watch this space!
Our pole classes:
We will be running 2 classes this year:
Level 1 - If you are a total beginner or still finding your feet with pole, this class is for you 5-6pm every Wednesday
Level 2/3 - if you're feeling confident and want to level up your pole fitness, this class is a great next step 2:45-3:45pm every Wednesday
If you're unsure about levelling up, our pole instructors are great at advising which classes suit your needs!
Also, LDA offer additional classes at discounted prices for all QMBL Pole Members if you'd like some extra practice!
To attend classes don't forget to purchase a ticket under the Products/Tickets banner on the Queen Mary Student's Union website. Tickets are £8 for beginners and £10 for ele-mediate/lower intermediate. They are made available only to members every Thursday at 12pm.
Some important things to remember about classes at LDA
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the class starts. They will not let you join in if you.ve missed the warm up, so come early to avoid missing out!
- Yoga mats are provided by LDA, but you can bring your own if you prefer.
- There's a small changing room at LDA to leave your bags and do quick changes, as well as toilets on-site, but no showers. Most students come wearing their training gear or have it on underneath other clothing so they are ready to enter the studio straight away.
- BEGINNERS: It is highly recommendable that you wear clothing that allows your underarms and inner thighs to make contact with the pole. A short-sleeved t-shirt/vest/cami-top and shorts would be OK for starting out.
- Class capacity: Full capacity is 12 students to a studio, so it's important to book early to avoid disappointment.
- VERY IMPORTANT: Do not apply any body lotions or hand creams before coming to class as this will prevent you from being able to grip the pole :(
- Grip aids are allowed to be used in class provided they are not resin based as they leave a sticky residue on the pole.
Along with offering in-person pole classes for beginners as well as more advanced members, we will be organising fun socials throughout the academic year. Please follow our Instagram page to keep updated with all of our events and any new changes.
DM us on Instagram or join our Whatsapp group for more information or any question you may have!
Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JbxfSUVzNiq8THDyCwMmgq?
Instagram: @qmblpole
For more information about levels and LDA, please follow this link: https://londondanceacademy.co.uk/. Here is their address: London Dance Academy, The Basement, 49-51 Central Street, London, EC1V 8AB.
* 2025/26 Committee *
President - Grace Boyle
Vice President & Welfare Rep - Melissa
Treasurer - Naimaah Ahmed
Social Sec - Jayden
Beginner Rep - Brad
Intermediate Rep - Basia