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Everything you need to feel powerful on your pole journey

Phoenix Pole Studio has one sole purpose: to nurture you on your unique pole journey.

Are you a complete newbie to the world of pole, mulling over what studio to choose. And whether pole is even right for you? (Spoiler: it is.)

Maybe you’re already familiar with pole, searching for your long-lost confidence and motivation after hitting the dreaded pole plateau.

Or are you hoping to find a community that fits you like your favourite pole outfit?

We’ve noticed that some polers have a long list of dream moves to master. Where others come to class to move their body in a way that feels good while giggling with their pole pals. For most, it’s a bit of both.

That’s why we’re here to empower you to progress, whatever progression looks like for you - whether it’s learning self-compassion and how to appreciate your body, braving a new environment to find community, or pushing yourself to accomplish levels of strength, flexibility and fluidity you once thought impossible.

Our Beginning

Founded in 2024 by Kirsty Saunders, Phoenix Pole Studio was born from the ashes of its predecessor, Pole Place Horsham: whose studio walls saw Kirsty transform from a student in 2014, to an instructor in 2016, and studio manager from 2018-24.

Beyond the titles, qualifications, and visible growth, pole gave Kirsty a sense of self-trust and unstoppable confidence that rippled into her life off the pole.

If the past 13 years have taught her anything about the power of pole, it’s this…

Through pole, anyone can reinvent themselves from timid and unsure to fearlessly bold with an unshakeable sense of self. But you need an environment where you’re safe to make mistakes and express joy under the guidance of instructors who equip you with the right skills. As well as a community that celebrates your individuality.

And it’s this that underpins everything we do at Phoenix Pole Studio.



"What a vibe! Obsessed with this place. Phoenix is such a warm, welcoming and friendly place. The instructors are all absolutely incredible; talented pole dancers, kind, patient, gifted teachers and just so cool! This is such a welcoming studio, you really feel safe and supported to learn, and celebrated every step of the way. 10/10. Do yourself a favour and get down there!"

Elly

The Studio

Nestled above Bodywise Boutique Wellness in Warnham, the studio has 8 45mm stainless steel X-LOCK poles, so you can switch from static to spin with ease. Plus full-length mirrors for you to study your movement on those days you need a visual queue.

We have a team of 9 instructors and classes 7 days a week - from absolute beginner to advanced - as well as flow and heels choreography, plus off-the-pole stretch and conditioning classes. And, there are hours of daily solo practice sessions to choose from if you’re trying to squeeze extra training into your busy schedule.

The studio is fully heated during the winter and air-conditioned in the summer, sparing you from sweaty, slippery skin during the warmer months and bad grip on chillier days.

There’s a Bluetooth speaker you can use in your solo sessions and fairy lights adorning the walls. (We can’t deny the power of a good playlist to fuel your training and atmospheric lighting to ease you into a creative flow.)

You’ll find us 10 minutes away from Horsham, just off the A24 in Warnham village. For detailed directions and where to park, check out our contact us page.

"Poling at phoenix is always a pleasure, the community is fantastic and friendly, regardless of gender/sexuality etc. Instructors are lovely people and great at giving regressions/progressions in classes as needed."

Emrys