Welcome to the Coven
The Pole Coven is the dream of Chlo, a Portsmouth UK based pole and aerial studio that is fully inclusive and creates a true sense of community.
Our values as a studio are:
- To provide a truly safe space for LGBTQIA+ folk to practice pole dance and fitness in a judgment-free environment
- To encourage our students to be their most authentic selves and to move their bodies in ways that feel good
- To provide an inclusive and accessible space for disabled folks and being open to education on areas within this that we need to work on
- To promote body acceptance, celebrating achievements and self love over diet culture rhetoric
Join The Pole Coven where you will not only learn some badass tricks, but you'll also build your confidence and meet a host of wonderful people on the way.
Meet The Team
Chlo (Lead Instructor/ Studio Owner)
Chlo (all pronouns) is a genderfluid pole instructor and owner of The Pole Coven. They have been in the pole industry since 2014 and have been teaching since 2020.
Chlo is on the autism spectrum and loves nothing more than nerding out about technique and problem solving for those nemesis pole moves. They hold a host of qualifications including Spin City Beginner and Intermediate Pole, Xpert Essential Science of Heels and Anatomy and Physiology and are always adding new CPD courses. Chlo also has a love for all things weird with heels and you can always find them choreographing to a banging nu-metal tune.
Their favourite pole move is a Flatline Scorpio.
You can catch Chlo teaching an array of pole classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. You can also contact us about working on your goals with a private lesson with Chlo.
Moon (Aerial Hoop Instructor)
Moon (she/ her) is a rock and folk music-loving aerial hoop instructor at The Pole Coven. Moon had been training aerial hoop since 2020 before becoming a Spin City qualified instructor in 2024. She has a special interest in supporting people to boost their mental well-being through fitness and fun.
Her favourite hoop trick is Running Man.
You can catch Moon teaching Aerial Hoop and a vairety of other hoop and Aerial Pentagram oddities on Sundays. You can also contact us about working on your goals with a hoop private lesson with Moon.
Niina (Pole & Heels Instructor)
Niina (she/her) is an ex-stage dancer with a wealth of knowledge. She has been in the pole dance and fitness industry since 2015 and she has taught at a number of well-established studios across the country.
Niina's favourite move is anything with a straddle.
You can catch Niina teaching Sensual Slink (choreo), Pole & Stretch & Flex on Mondays, Thursdays & Sundays. You can also contact us about working on your goals with a private lesson with Niina.
Gabrielle (Pole Instructor)
Gabrielle started taking pole classes in 2017, and started teaching in 2024. She is qualified as a beginner-level instructor with The Pole Studio Instructor Training; she is also trained in First Aid, suicide prevention, and adult mental health. She lives in the South Downs with her partner and their cat, who they love very much (maybe too much).
One of her favourite moves is Genie.
You can find Gabrielle teaching Mixed Level and Beginners Pole on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. You can also contact us about working on your goals with a private lesson with Gabrielle.
Samantha (Aerial Hoop Instructor & Coach)
Sam (she/her) is a cat and bird-loving, book nerd who loves hanging about on an aerial hoop in her spare time. A qualified business coach, feline behaviourist and aerial hoop instructor, she sports an eclectic bow of skills. She strongly values joy in authentic movement, and aims to bring a sense of whimsy and curiosity to her coaching sessions (aerial or otherwise!).
Her favourite move is a Jamilla on the hoop, and she will always pick a grounded hoop over a flying one.
You can find Samantha teaching Beginners Aerial Hoop on Sundays and her freestyle and character creation workshops on the odd Friday. You can also contact us about working on your goals with a private lesson with Samantha.
Wavy (Yoga Instructor)
Wavy has been practicing yoga since they were 12 and in 2023 began their intensive two-year training course with the Friends of Yoga (FRYOG) institute.
Wavy's experience is with classic hatha yoga, they take into consideration their privilege as an AFAB white person teaching a practice that is not of their own culture. Hatha yoga is a foundational style of yoga focusing on postures (asanas) and breathing practices (pranayama) moving at a moderate pace. Wavy's style of teaching encourages you to find your boundaries and stay there provided you are comfortable, encouraging natural improvement through consistent practice over time.
You can find Wavy teaching Yoga on Saturdays.