Blacklion Studio Classes
Our Greystones pole dancing classes take place in our cosy studio located in Unit 4 (Upstairs), Blacklion Retail Centre, Greystones a 2 minute walk from the bus on routes 84 and 184 and with plenty of parking.
For more information on what each class entails, please see the "Class Descriptions" below the timetable, otherwise click below to book your classes.
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This timetable is subject to change. Classes may be added/amended at the discretion of House of Pole Ireland. Please keep an eye on socials for the latest on new classes and scheduling!
To book these classes please email houseofpoleireland@gmail.com or DM @houseofpoleireland on Instagram.
Class Descriptions
See below for more information on the classes on offer at our Greystones studio.
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Mondays 18:30-19:30
Intermediate/Advanced Heels
This class is all about letting go and learning to move like gooey caramel or like the crack of a whip . This intermediate-advanced level choreo class will cover many different styles of heels dancing, and cover diverse genres from rap to musicals. You will learn to connect with the music, focus on perfecting clean lines and move your body with intention. Expect a lot of low-flow transitions and tricks and oodles of floorwork.
Pre-requisites: Experience of dancing in heels at intermediate level or above
Please bring: Pole heels, kneepads, layers (the choreo may require different grip points), a bottle of water, a cloth to clean your pole and grip-aid if required.
Thursdays 19:30-20:30
Beginner Heels
Thursday is about to be your favourite day of the week! This class is all about letting go of the day's stresses and learning to move in heels. Beginner heels is a beginner level choreo class which will cater for people who have never worn heels before and people who have some experience but would like to get more confident. Expect to learn the fundamentals of heels dancing in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. You will learn different routines each week and will have a chance to video your dance at the end of class.
Pre-requisites: None! This class is for absolute heels novices and people who are still getting to grips with dancing in heels.
Please bring: Pole heels, kneepads, layers (the choreo may require different grip points), a bottle of water, a cloth to clean your pole and grip-aid if required.
Tuesdays 18:45-19:45 & Thursdays 20:30-21:30
Introduction to Pole (Beginners)
This class is for people who have never been on a pole before, or perhaps who have taken a long break and wish to revisit the fundamentals of pole dance. You will be in a supportive group environment of fellow beginners where you will learn the spins, poses and transitions that make up the basics of pole dance. Your teacher will lead you in a group warm-up of conditioning and flexibility exercises to help prepare you for the moves in class. Our instructors are there to demonstrate, assist and guide you through the basics of pole in a fun and relaxed way that is sure to leave you wanting more of this fantastic art form.
Pre-requisites: Zero! This class is for absolute beginners.
Please bring: Layers (different pole moves require different parts of the body to grip the pole so please wear different layers to ensure you're ready for whatever the lesson may be. A bottle of water to stay hydrated is recommended as is a cloth to clean the pole between uses.
Wednesdays 20:00-21:00
Spin Pole
For those who love to spin! Like most things in life, that beautiful spinny flow doesn't happen overnight. Dive in and work on beautiful and flowy spinny combos in this open level class.
Expect to learn the tips and tricks to nail that ballerina by working on shoulder mobility as well as dancing through spin in our mesmerising class routines. Heels are suitable for this class, but they are not mandatory.
Pre-requisites: You must have completed our Introduction to Pole course or equivalent.
Please bring: Layers (the moves may require different grip points), heels are optional, a bottle of water, a cloth to clean your pole and grip-aid if required.
Mondays 19:30-20:30
Flexibility
Nail all of those flexy pole moves by coming to your weekly flex class. Your instructor will lead you through a series of active and passive stretches to guide you on your flexibility journey. Every class will have engaging and dynamic movements as well as strengthening exercises in order to safely stretch to new limits. Expect to work towards your flexibility goals, whether that's front splits, a backbend or just opening up your shoulders after a long week sitting at a desk.
This is an open level class, suitable for those who can't (yet!) touch their toes as well as more advanced students of flexibility. Looking to finally achieve that ballerina or bird of paradise? Make room in your diary for your weekly flex class.
Pre-requisites: None! This class is for absolute beginners to flexibility as well as the more flexible student looking to perfect their split or backbend.
Please bring: Layers and plenty of water
Tuesdays 19.45-20:45
Beginner 2 Pole Class
This is where the real fun begins! This class is for people who have completed our Introduction to Pole class or the equivalent. You will be in a supportive group environment of fellow beginners where you will learn spins, poses, short combos and start work on inverting.
Our instructors will continue to help you condition for reaching your pole goals. They will demonstrate, assist and guide you through new moves to expand your pole vocabulary and grow your love of pole.
Pre-requisites: You must have completed our Introduction to Pole course or equivalent.
Please bring: Layers (the moves may require different grip points) a bottle of water, a cloth to clean your pole and grip-aid if required.
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Wednesdays 19:00-20:00
Intermediate/Advanced Pole Class
In this class students will learn the classic moves that make up an advanced polers repertoire as well as the newest trending shapes and combos. Expect to be challenged as our instructors empower your poling to the next level in this exciting tricks class.
Pre-requisites: You must be at an intermediate level or higher to take this class.
Please bring: Layers (the moves may require different grip points), heels are optional, a bottle of water, a cloth to clean your pole and grip-aid if required.
Friday-Sunday
Studio Rental
Over the weekend we offer studio rental in our BLACKLION STUDIO ONLY for rehearsals or pole practice by the hour. Please DM or email for more information as well as rates.
Thursdays 18.30-19:30
Intermediate Pole Class
This class is for people who have completed all of our 3 beginner levels or equivalent. It is for those students who have mastered the fundamentals and are ready to take on new challenging shapes and combos.
Our instructors will continue to help you condition for reaching your pole goals. They will demonstrate, assist and guide you through new moves to expand your pole vocabulary and grow your love of pole.
Pre-requisites: You must have an intermediate level of pole. You must be working on or have achieved your invert.
Please bring: Layers (the moves may require different grip points) a bottle of water, a cloth to clean your pole and grip-aid if required.
Coming Soon!
Beginner 3 Pole Class
This class is for people who have completed our Beginner 2 class or the equivalent. It may also be suitable for students who are returning to pole after some time away. You will be in a supportive group environment of fellow beginners where you will learn spins, poses and transitions and short combos. Expect to keep working on your invert and get your first glimpse of inverted moves such as butterfly.
Our instructors will continue to help you condition for reaching your pole goals. They will demonstrate, assist and guide you through new moves to expand your pole vocabulary and grow your love of pole.
Pre-requisites: You must have completed our Beginner 2 course or equivalent.
Please bring: Layers (the moves may require different grip points) a bottle of water, a cloth to clean your pole and grip-aid if required.
By Appointment Only
Private Classes
Private classes are the perfect way to nail specific moves you're struggling with, put together routines for competitions or performances or just to learn something specific from one of our skilled instructors. They are also suitable for students who may not enjoy learning in a group environment.
These lessons are available on a private (1 student -1 teacher) or semi-private (2/3 students - 1 teacher) basis. Please DM for rates and availability.
Subject to Availability
Open Training
Open training is a 90 minute period in which students can come to the studio and practice moves that they learned in class.
Maybe you needed more time to nail that new trick? Perhaps you'd like to keep pracing that gorgeous new choreo you learned to get the perfect video? Or maybe you've got a performance coming up you need to rehearse for? Then open training is for you!
As this is NOT a class, students will be expected to be responsible for their own training, and to practice safe pole habits. As such, this is not suitable for absolute beginners and students will need to have finished our Introduction to Pole course or equivalent to sign up. There will be an instructor present to lead you in a group warm-up and to monitor the room.
Pre-requisites: You must have completed our Introduction to Pole course or equivalent. This session is only open to Beginner 2 and up.
Please bring: Layers, heels if necessary, a bottle of water, a cloth to clean your pole and grip-aid if required.