Also known as Ginger Snap in the aerial community, I have been studying aerial arts since 2011 with a primary focus on Pole Fitness.  I have participated in several Pole Sport Organization competitions in recent years earning 1 Bronze, 2 Silver and 4 Gold medals in competition.  I started teaching in order to create an inclusive and accommodating community, meeting you where you’re at in your skill set, and building a strong foundation for growth.

 

Pole Fitness Alliance Certified Instructor, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Certified Nutrition Coach

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Services: Pole fitness, competition prep, and private lessons

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To join a class, visit AB Positive Aerial | Montgomery [ Book now ]

Ally’s journey with aerial started years ago with a camping hammock on a single point, and a set of rings attached to a steel beam catwalk in her home. Having children herself, she felt like it brought out her own inner child.

 

Between Ally’s love of jiu jitsu and aerial, you can see a common theme of body manipulation. Guiding others to move their bodies in wonderful, creative ways has been a passion, and seeing personalities shine through movement has been incredibly fulfilling.

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Services: Sling, silks, and aerial flow/yoga, private and small group classes

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To join a class, visit Schedule

My name is Bobbi, and I attended the Trapeze School of New York at Chicago in 2012, after having my second daughter. I fell in love and began to immerse myself in all things aerial: pole dance, lyra, silks, and sling. I have performed and taught all around the Chicagoland area in shows, studios and private events. I have even been on TV news programs and was featured in 2 episodes of the popular NBC drama, “Chicago Fire”! 

From Hawaii to Las Vegas (and back to Chicago again) I love to travel and find new places to hang upside down!
I am CPR/AED certified as well as XPOLE (Aerial) certified. 

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Services: Group and private lessons for silks, rope, sling, lyra, burlesques, chair dance, lap dance, floor dance, flexibility, and pole dance.

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To join a class, visit Schedule Appointment with Classes with Bobbi

I have been doing aerial arts since 2015 and started teaching in 2021. I started off with pole dancing and started doing aerial silks to build muscle faster. It didn't take me long to fall in love with the fabric. Silks is my peace and outlet for whatever is happening in life. I love teaching others and giving them the same outlet that helps me. Rocking out while defying gravity.

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Services: Adult and child silks, chains, beginner pole, private lessons

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To join a class, visit defiedgravityaerial.as.me

Jenni has been a part of the aerial world since 2015 and discovered her passion for coaching in 2021. She loves discovering new ways to challenge herself to grow mentally and physically. She constantly is looking to further her education and cultivate passion for the aerial arts. Jenni also enjoys being able to help others achieve their goals and see their potential while having fun in the air. She dabbles in all of the things but her main apparatus to coach is aerial silks. She strives to create a positive, safe and inclusive environment for her students. Whether you're looking for a way to stay active outside of the traditional gym or just need a place to be creative and laugh, Jenni can help.

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Services: Aerial silks and private lessons

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To join a class, visit Schedule Appointment

Jess has been doing aerial since 2016 and started teaching in 2021. She trains in aerial sling, lyra, silks, and dance trapeze. Whether it's the fundamentals and dynamics, or the passion for creativity, you're in great hands with Jess.

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Services: Adult and child sling, private lessons

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To join a class, visit JB Aerial [ Book now ]

Kat has been coaching for nearly a decade. Since 2015, she’s assisted people in their aerial practice all over Chicago. She’s traveled internationally to perform and coach from around the states and a few countries in Central America. She specializes in aerial fabrics, aerial hoop, yoga creative choreography and fire spinning. She loves creating a fun environment and embraces laughter and silly shenanigans in the classroom. 

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Services: Adults and child sling, silks, and lyra, aerial yoga, flexibility training, private lessons

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To join a class, visit Class Schedule for Kat Moss and Meditative Movements

My passion for pole began in 2014 as a student trying a class for the first time. Being a runner who had faced a lot of competition, I was immediately humbled and fascinated! I quickly realized this was not an “instant gratification” sport and if I wanted to chase this passion of mine, I had to connect to myself emotionally, mentally and physically. Slowly but surely, I grew; from a student going around, up the pole, upside down and eventually as I like to say to my students, doing “all the things.” It felt so amazing I decided I wanted to give that feeling to others and 5 years after starting pole I chose to become an instructor.

In 2019 I became certified as a Vertical Arts Athletics Instructor, since then I have helped hundreds of beloved students from Beginner to Advanced Levels connect to themselves and find their passion for pole and dance movement. We dance through our seasons of life- growth, change, challenge and happiness! My specialty is finding ways to help you connect with the movement and tricks that are authentic to your body, celebrating what you can do and developing yourself for what you want to do… elevate with me!
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Services: Pole classes, private lessons, parties, and workshops 

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To join a class, visit https://Elevated-aerial-llc.square.site

With a background in dance, strength training, and more than a decade in pole, Lynzhi has built a teaching style that values precision over perfection and strength over spectacle. Her classes are challenging, intentional, and deeply human—rooted in the belief that real progress comes from understanding your body, not fighting it.She doesn’t teach tricks; she teaches translation. Every cue, every rep, every hold is designed to make you stronger and has a purpose. Class rules are simple: No toxic talk, short cuts, or shame- just data and adjustments.

 

Certified through PoleMoves and Vertical Art Athletics, with specialized training in sports performance, mobility, plus-size athlete development, and pre/postnatal fitness, Lynzhi’s focus is on building resilient, body-aware athletes who move with both power and grace. For more than a decade, she’s helped people build strength that outlasts motivation and confidence that doesn’t depend on comparison. If that sounds like what you need, sign up and get ready to take your movement journey to the next level.

 

Off-duty, Lynzhi is the personal servant to a spoiled Shiba Inu named Kuma, and loves traveling with her wonderful husband, Brian.

 

Services: Instructor Continued Education, Stripper Safe (private lessons for professionals), small group semi-privates, private lessons, competition and performance training, workshops

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To join a class, visit Skin Is for Mortals LLC [ Book now ]

Mandy started pole dancing in 2013 and started teaching pole and stretch classes in 2014. She's done many local performances and competitions, but prefers to teach. Her favorite ice cream flavor is mint chocolate chip and she has 2 cats and a dog. If you know how to juggle, please tell her.

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Services: Adult Pole Classes, Adult Stretch Classes, Private Pole Lessons

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To join a class, visit Pole with Mandy | Montgomery [ Book now ]visit 

A Brazilian born menace, Milena has a love for natural and functional movement, backed up by many years of training and certifications. As a hypermobile person who got injured quite a bit in the past, her love for strength and mobility work increased as she found these elements were essential to keeping bodies healthy, while accommodating for her students' needs and abilities. She also loves horror movies and anything to do with faeries. 

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Services: Aerial sling, aerial yoga, Tai Chi, Kung Fu conditioning, and yoga

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To join a class, visit Untamed Movements | Montgomery [ Book now ]

I started my aerial journey in 2018 but was sidelined by an injury for nearly two years. When I returned, I quickly burned out competing with myself, trying to make up for lost time. Over the last few years, with the help of my coaches and this community, I’ve shifted my mindset, embracing the mantra: Progress over Perfection. Learning is not linear, and setbacks are part of the process. I believe in showing up, celebrating the messy moments, and finding joy in the journey. 

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I encourage cross-training and exploring different classes, as there's so much to learn from all the different teachers and apparatuses. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where students feel comfortable and motivated to grow. If there’s something I don’t know, I’ll work to find the answer or connect you with someone who can help, so that we can keep growing together.

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Services: Adult silks & sling, open aerials, private lessons, workshops

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To join a class, visit Dream Weave Aerial [ Book now ]

With a foundation in pole fitness since 2013 and a passion for teaching since 2019, I am dedicated to providing students with a challenging workout while building the skills necessary to become a well-rounded pole dancer. My classes are designed to be both fun and challenging, with a strong focus on technique and building a solid foundation. I specialize in meeting each student at their individual level, fostering a supportive environment where all abilities can thrive. 

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Services: Pole fitness classes, workshops, private lessons

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To join a class, visit TrixieVi PoleFitness [ Book now ]

 

Whether you’re interested in fitness, performance, or simply exploring a new form of self-expression, I’m your guide. I’ve been a student of aerial and pole since 2012, and an active aerial instructor since 2020. I leverage my patience, enthusiasm, experience, and knowledge to support and encourage my students on their aerial journey. Each class concentrates on conditioning specific muscle groups to develop skills that establish a strong foundation of grace, athleticism, and strength in a fun and exciting way. I'm a certified personal trainer through the National Personal Training Institute and CPR/AED and First Aid certified. I received my certificate of completion for Aerial Rigging Safety from the highly regarded Hall Rigging Academy. I'm always finding ways to further my education, understanding, and passion for the aerial arts. 

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Services: Adult pole classes, adult and kids sling and lyra, kids and adult aerial parties, adult pole parties, workshops, private lessons

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To join a class, visit Schedule Appointment with Zoe Bentley: Aerial Trainer

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