YOUR FIRST CLASS
Welcome to Pole Attack, Aylesbury's first mixed aerial school. We run Pole Fitness, Exotic Pole, Trapeze, Aerial Silks, Aerial Hoop and Aerial Sling. A taster takes place within a normal weekly class. Beginner courses can then be booked online at https://www.pole-attack.co.uk/book-online; higher-level courses are booked by emailing us.
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Where to find us
Pole Attack Studios, Units 8, 9 and 18, Duck Farm Court, Station Way, Aylesbury, Bucks HP20 2SQ. We have two entrances for our three studios.
Aerial (Studio 3): go up the wooden stairs between the baby scanning unit and Cherry Feet Physio, turn right at the top, and walk along the outside balcony to our door.
Pole (Studios 1 and 2): use the shared door with the fishing shop, on the ground level of Duck Farm Court. Studio 2 is the first studio at the top of the stairs; Studio 1 is through the soundproof curtain towards the right.
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When to arrive
Please arrive no more than 5 minutes before your class starts.
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Parking
There is free parking outside the studios. If it's full, Morrisons has two-hour free parking in the bays near the studio, a short walk across the road, or use paid parking at Friarscroft Car Park, about a 3-5 minute walk away: https://www.parkme.com/en-gb/lot/138669/friarscroft-car-park-aylesbury-uk. Please check their terms.
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What to wear and bring
Please bring water. For aerial, wear leggings and a vest or T-shirt, and bring socks for foot protection. For pole, wear leggings and a vest to warm up in, and shorts for the main part of the class (shorts shouldn't cover the inner thigh). You don't need grip for a taster. Once you join a pole course, pole-specific hand grip is essential (climbing grip isn't suitable), and we sell popular brands at the studio. For exotic pole, bring knee pads; shoes or boots are optional for beginners.
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What to expect in your first class
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Sore muscles. It's normal to feel achy for a day or two afterwards, especially in your arms, shoulders, back and core. Gentle stretching, a warm bath and plenty of water help.
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Bruises. Pole and aerial use your body weight against the equipment, so small bruises on your legs, inner thighs, arms or the tops of your feet are common at first. We call them "pole kisses". They fade quickly and get fewer as your skin gets used to it.
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Skin burns and tenderness. Your skin grips the pole, and fabric and hoops press on your hips, knees and feet. It can feel a bit pinchy or warm at first, and this soon eases.
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Sweaty or slippy hands. Grip takes time to build. Your teacher will show you how to clean the pole and help your grip.
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No moisturiser on the day. Lotions, oils and fake tan make the pole slippery and unsafe, so skip them for 24 hours before class.
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Feeling dizzy. Spinning and going upside down can make you feel lightheaded at first. Take a break whenever you need one. You'll never be pushed to try a move you're not ready for.
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Jewellery off. Rings, bracelets, watches and earrings can scratch the equipment and catch on fabric, so please take them off or tape them.
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It won't all click straight away. Everyone starts somewhere, and most moves take a few tries. Strength and confidence come week by week, and your teacher will give you easier or harder options to suit you.
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Eat light. Have a light snack an hour or two before class, not a big meal, and bring a water bottle.
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Your health
Please complete a PAR-Q health form before you come: https://form.jotformeu.com/201532728449357
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Joining a course and Direct Debit
Our courses are 8 weeks long. Brand-new beginners can book online. To continue after your first term, your place is secured with a GoCardless Direct Debit. You can pay in full, or split the term over two months, with the first payment taken the month before you start. To cancel, please let us know by the 22nd of the month. Full terms are on our Policies page: https://www.pole-attack.co.uk/policies
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Any questions? Email info@pole-attack.co.uk or call 07799424381.