POLE DIVAS - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Professional Pole Artist, Instructor
Allira's love for pole dancing was ignited in 2007. Never a fan of the gym, Pole Divas was finally her answer to combining fitness, health and happiness! Allira loves coaching and inspiring her students to achieve strength, skills and self-confidence whilst getting sweaty, feeling sexy and having an awesome time…and all in a pair of heels! She is a strong believer that all women must try the sexy sport of pole dancing. "You'll have so much fun you'll forget you're exercising"… but she warns, "Pole dancing is addictive; health and happiness may result!" Pole Divas Mornington
Davina has been involved in the fitness industry since 2001. She is a qualified aerobics instructor, has a Certificate 3 in Fitness, and previously worked as a Gym Manager. As a Pole Divas Prahran graduate, Davina opened the second Pole Divas studio in Mornington in 2006. She brings a thorough knowledge of fitness, choreography, and dance as well as a genuine desire to see her students reach their peak in terms of fitness and confidence. She aims to make classes entertaining and enjoyable and in doing so, achieves that special synthesis between fitness and fun.
Emma-Rose has been a dedicated Diva since 2017 with her only regret not starting sooner. Emma-Rose loves the confidence that Pole Diva's has given her as well as the amazing community and friendships it has created for her to be a part of. Emma-Rose's muggle job is in finance so she loves the escape that Pole Dancing gives her - no time to think, only time to dance and have fun!! Emma-Rose has a bubbly and bright personality, and you will find her around the studio with the biggest of smiles on her face. Pole Diva's is truly her happy place, and her dream is to help others to find their passion and love for pole dancing, as other instructors have done for her.
It took one open day class and then I was hooked!" Grace began her pole journey as an avenue to challenge her body and improve her own strength and flexibility. With a background in gymnastics and coaching, Grace developed a passion for helping others to reach their potential. As a physiotherapist Grace has a wide knowledge of biomechanics and sporting injuries, she loves working with her students to improve their strength specific for the demands of pole and seeing them accomplish their goals is the biggest highlight. Pole Divas Ringwood
Gracie is a true dancer with an extensive background in ballet, jazz, hip hop, and lyrical. She has been a featured dancer in music videos and documentaries! Gracie fell in love with pole after becoming a Pole Divas student, and as a teacher she aims to help her students let go and feel sexy, feminine and powerful!
Gracie is no stranger to the pole competition scene and is known for her stand out performances and eye-catching choreography. Gracie is also an ambassador for X-Pole Australia and Pole Physics.
Hanne has a background in all things circus with experience on flying trapeze, silks, and lyra. She toured around Australia and New Zealand with Circus Quirkus, and finally settled in Melbourne to pursue further training. Hanne discovered pole in 2009. After a 3-year hiatus to complete her Bachelor of Circus Arts, she returned to Pole Divas to achieve her own pole goals. Hanne has a friendly and fun style which shines through in her classes! Hanne joined us as an Aerial Diva but soon fell in love with the pole for its complimentary style to aerial hoop. She now teaches both lyra and pole.
Job Titles:
- Owner of Caroline Springs
Kristy has risen through the ranks as a Pole Divas student passing every level in static and spinning pole. She now competes regularly in both state and national competitions. From her very first class, Kristy was determined to become an instructor and studio owner. She believes that pole dancing is the perfect sport to inspire and motivate women to be strong, sexy and fit. It's the kind of sport that can turn average women into incredible athletes in a short period of time. She loves that she was able to bring this amazing sport to the western suburbs Pole & Aerial Divas Caroline Springs
Lauren is co-studio owner of Pole Divas Reservoir where she is both an instructor and deskie. Lauren loves teaching and coaching and can't believe this is her job! She has competed in many competitions over the years, in both pole and lyra with her main titles being: Pole Divas Reservoir
Lou has been with Pole Divas since 2006 and has been teaching since 2007. She has had an extensive background in dance and performing, has a diploma in performing arts and musical theatre, and Cert 3 in fitness and aerobics. Lou also did a 2-year stint with Disney's special events company overseas. Since finding pole, Lou has taught, competed, performed, and judged all over the world. She currently teaches and coaches within the Pole Divas studios. In 2021 Lou was given the role of Head Instructor for Pole Divas, overseeing recruitment, training, and team management. Pole Divas Richmond
Maddy was born a performer! With over 18 years of experience in all types of dance. Maddy wanted to try something new, so she signed up for a class a Pole Divas. The rest is history! Maddy has always loved exercise and leads a busy life working as a qualified child care worker, and Pole Divas instructor! She wants to pass on her enthusiasm and love of dance to her students so they can feel sexy and confident with themselves. "The best thing about being a pole dance instructor is watching the journey a student from Beginners to Elite!"
Seren has danced since the age of 3, with a background in ballet, jazz, contemporary & modern jive. Seren won a silver medal at the Victorian Modern Jive Championships in 2015 before finding her love of Pole. Starting on the Desk as Pole & Aerial Divas Richmond, Seren saw first-hand the confidence and strength Pole brings. She took ownership of Pole Divas Prahran in October of 2017 and is excited for the future of the Studio, and helping women become fit and confident!
Shannon entered the world of aerials and pole after many years of training in classical ballet and contemporary dance. Following an ankle injury, she went on to complete a health science degree and pilates instructor qualifications, teaching fitness and Pilates since 2011. It was during this time she discovered lyra, admiring the balance of grace and strength it involved. She has successfully competed in competitions such as Aerial Rising All Stars, Australian Circus Festival and Miss Lyra Australia, winning the doubles category as Gemini2 at all of these events, as well as taking the state and national title of Miss Lyra Australia as a soloist in 2019. She also became the Victorian Pole Champion in 2022, and was awarded ‘Best Technique' at the Australian Pole Championships. Now a regular on the performing circuit, you may have seen her as an aerialist and dancer in various shows including Mansion the Experience, Shimmery Burlesque, Peek, Club Soda and Five Elements. Her goal as an instructor is to empower everyone in class to achieve skills they never dreamed possible. She is a strong believer in creating a welcoming and fun atmosphere for everyone. Pole & Aerial Divas Richmond