Instructors

• 1st, Professional, Australian Pole Championships, 2017
• 1st, Miss Pole Dance Australia, 2015 & 2017
• 1st, Professional, Arnold Classic Pole Championship Series, 2018

Miss Filly began her pole dancing career at Pole Divas, where she quickly fell in love with the competition scene. After winning the Advanced category of Unleashed, the young and ambitious Filly was asked to teach for Pole Divas in 2010. Loving where this new-found passion had taken her physically and mentally, she quit her job as a Database Implementation consultant to make pole dance a full-time occupation. Miss Filly has won numerous national titles and is well known and respected within the international pole community.

• 2nd Runner Up, Miss Pole Dance Victoria, 2015
• 1st, Miss Pole Dance Victoria, 2011
• Sponsors Choice Award, Miss Pole Dance Australia 2011/12

Lou has been dancing for over 27 and found her love for pole in 2006. Lou teaches, competes, performs & judges all over the world, with a unique and versatile dance style. Her bubbly personality and enthusiasm for pole are evident through her teaching style, and shines through her on-stage performance.

Lou is also an ambassador for BadKitty USA, X Pole Australia, and Pole Physics Australia.

• Finalist, Miss Pole Dance Australia 2016, 2017
• 1^st Runner Up, Floor Play Melbourne 2017
• 1^st Runner Up, Miss Pole Dance Victoria 2016 & 2018

Mischka started dancing with Pole Divas in 2010, with the dream of becoming an instructor since day one! She finds pole dancing to be an amazing combination of sexiness and strength and an incredible self-esteem booster. She finds nothing more satisfying than to see her students flourish into confident, strong and sexy dancers. With a Master’s degree in Exercise Rehabilitation and experience working as a personal trainer, she brings a wealth of anatomical knowledge to help her students safely improve strength and flexibility.

• 1st, Miss Lyra NSW 2018
• Finalist, Miss Lyra Australia 2017
• 1st Doubles, Rising All Stars 2017

With an extensive background in calisthenics and mainstream dance, Mel has over 20 years dance and performance experience. In 2013 she walked into her first Aerial Divas class and truly found her artistic niche. Since discovering lyra, Mel has never looked back. Mel aims to pass on her passion for aerials and dance to as many students as possible by creating a fun, supportive and positive environment where self-empowerment and fitness thrive.

• 1st, Sexy's Back 2015
• Finalist, Miss Pole Dance Victoria, 2015, 2016
• Finalist, Miss Pole Dance Australia, 2015, 2017

Since the age of 4, Caroline has been involved in numerous sports including; Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Gymnastics, Basketball, Yoga, and Taekwondo. It was after a long career of Taekwondo competition sparring which won her a Bronze Medal at the Taekwondo Commonwealth Games that she decided to hang up her Black Belt, say good bye to her national squad and take on a new challenge…pole dancing! Caroline is also an avid shoe lover and the Owner of Bling It Heels.
 

• 2nd Runners Up, Victorian Pole Championships 2018

Another Pole Divas alumna, Isobel began pole dancing in 2016 and became addicted straight away! Prior to pole, she was an elite level gymnast for 10 years, competing and placing in competitions around the world. Her winning streak continued into her pole life, as she was 'sashed' the Intermediate winner in Unleashed 2017. Isobel loves pole dancing because it combines her passions for dance, performance, and gymnastics. Having previously taught gymnastics, Isobel is looking forward to helping others face and overcome challenges, feel good about themselves and just have lots of fun whilst getting fit! 

Davina has been involved in the fitness industry since 2001. She is a qualified aerobics instructor, has a Certificate 3 in Fitness, and previously worked as a Gym Manager. As a Pole Divas Prahran graduate, Davina opened the second Pole Divas studio in Mornington in 2006. She brings a thorough knowledge of fitness, choreography, and dance as well as a genuine desire to see her students reach their peak in terms of fitness and confidence. She aims to make classes entertaining and enjoyable and in doing so, achieves that special synthesis between fitness and fun.

• Finalist, Classique, Pole Theatre 2018
• Finalist, Frisk 2017

Maddy was born a performer! With over 18 years of experience in all types of dance. Maddy wanted to try something new, so she signed up for a class a Pole Divas. The rest is history! Maddy has always loved exercise and leads a busy life working as a qualified child care worker, and Pole Divas instructor! She wants to pass on her enthusiasm and love of dance to her students so they can feel sexy and confident with themselves. "The best thing about being a pole dance instructor is watching the journey a student from Beginners to Elite!"

• Finalist, Doubles, Frisk 2016
• Finalist, Step Up 2015 & 2016
• Active Creatures Sponsored Choice Award, Unleashed 2015

After 11 years of Calisthenics Lorien was ready to take on a new challenge and discovered pole dancing. It was love at first body roll and she hasn’t looked back since. As a qualified personal trainer, Lorien has extensive knowledge of anatomy, movement and fitness. She loves the creativity that pole dancing allows her and she hopes to bring that out in her students!

With a dance background in classical ballet, pointe, jazz, tap and hip-hop Stacey lives life with a love of dance. Stacey has a friendly, bubbly and energetic personality which makes her classes lively and exciting. Having previously taught classical ballet, Stacey loves the strength, agility and overall total fitness that pole dancing can provide. 

Stacey says that the smiles, giggles, and watching the transformation of women’s confidence, bodies and fitness are the most rewarding aspect of being a Pole Divas Instructor.

Cherie comes from a large family of dancers; 3 generations before her were ballroom dancing instructors. Since she was a young girl Cherie has studied ballet, ballroom, latin, line dancing, and then she was introduced to pole dancing and fell in love. She's danced around the country and even spent 6 months performing in Japan.

Cherie joined Pole Divas in 2005 and works both on the stage and behind the desk as the Pole Divas Richmond Office Manager. She always ensures everyone leaves her class with a smile on their face and sweat on their brow! As a mother of two, Cherie swears by Pole Divas Pole Power classes to shed the post-baby weight! She encourages all mums to try pole dancing!

Angelique began dancing at the age of three. Originally training in musical theatre, classical ballet and jazz, she fell in love with Latin American dance and became a professional competitor training and competing around the world. Angelique started pole 8 years ago and quickly progressed from student to teacher, now specialising in coaching competitive pole dancers, aerialists and circus performers who have gone to win titles in state and national competitions like Aerial All Stars, Australian Pole Championships, Miss Pole Dance Australia, Pole Theatre, Paragon & more!

• 1st Runners Up - Showtime Category, Miss Lyra Australia
• Finalist, Miss Lyra Australia

Raelene is a True Aerial Diva, having started her aerial career as a student of Aerial Divas Richmond. Raelene fell in love with lyra, and her hard work has led her to becoming an Aerial Divas Instructor! She has also a certified Dance Teacher.  Raelene has competed in Miss Lyra and recently won 1st Runners Up in the Showtime Category. Classes with Raelene will get you dancing beautifully in and under the lyra!

• 1st Place Groups, Kristiko, Victorian Pole Championships 2018
• 1st Place Groups, Kristiko, Frisk 2017
• 1st Place Groups, Vertical Ensemble, Victorian Pole Champions 2016

Mich began pole dancing in 2013, never expecting the massive amount of strength and fitness she would gain from the sport! Pole has made her the strongest, most fit version of herself. Her favourite aspect of pole dance is the versatility, allowing her to incorporate any dance type with pole. Prior to teaching at Pole Divas, Mich taught ballet, contemporary and jazz dance classes. She currently performs commercial freestyle. Dancing has always been a part of Mich's life and always will be. When she's not dancing she loves visiting the snow and snowboarding!

• 1st, Miss Pole Dance Victoria 2007

"I love teaching as I love to be part of the process of helping women find freedom and fluidity in their bodies and confidence and sass in their attitudes towards themselves and others." Sarah has been active in the pole industry for over 10 years and was one of the first students to ever attend a Pole Divas class! Today, she is a trained stretch therapist, Yoga & Pilates instructor and has over 20 years’ experience as a remedial massage therapist. Sarah is known for her slow flowing dance style and as an instructor she is known for the ability to break down technical movements for her students.

• 1st, Advanced, Miss Lyra Victoria 2018
• 1st, Elite, Aerial Unleashed, 2017

Nicole has been dancing since the age of 3 (when a doctor advised her mother to send her to fix her bowed legs), in a variety of styles including ballet, jazz and contemporary - and later, ballroom dancing. It was actually after a failed search for the latter that she came across Pole Divas. Nicole joined Pole Divas Mornington in 2010 and loved the challenge of combining strength and flexibility with her passion for dance. When the Aerial studio opened in 2014, Nicole tried Lyra for the first time and it was love at first sight.

Nicole entered her first competition in 2016 as a soloist, and has loved the chance to perform on stage again. "My daughter dances also, and I love the fact that I can share this experience with her. Each time I've performed, my children have both been there to cheer me on and I love sharing this experience with them".

Nicole can't wait to introduce as many people as possible to her "Happy Place", and is looking forward to seeing others fall in love with lyra.

• 1st, Advanced, Mornington Pole Addiction 2018
• Unleashed Finalist 2018
• Aerial Unleashed 2016

Shae grew up in the competitive athletics community from the age of 8 until she was 16. She was always recognized for her sports but it wasn't until high school her love of dance was born! A group of girls were putting together a dance troupe and Shae threw her hand up. As a group they would put on shows at school events and this sparked the dance passion within. Shae didn't grow up as a trained dancer and she always thought a career in the pole industry was out of the question, then she came across Pole Divas! After seeing an aerial show at an expo she promised herself that she would be capable of lifting her body weight in an appartus and more one day. Shae wanted to inspire women and leave an impression on them just as this aerialist did with her. Shae started taking classes at Divas three days later. "Pole has brought so much joy into my life. I get to work alongside people who bring out the best in me, I love that I am able to share my passion for pole dancing with so many amazing women and I have an addiction without feeling guilty!"   

Under the guidance of Dulcie Lee, Nichola graduated a diploma in Performing Arts in 2003 and with a wide range of talents, including Illusionist; she has since enjoyed a successful career performing across the globe. From Europe to New Zealand, across Asia and Australia, Nichola has worked with David Atkins, Alannah Scanlan, Jason Coleman, Andy Hallsworth and William Forsith and Baz Luhrmann. She has performed with renowned acts such as Kanye West, John Farham, Marica Hynes, Tina Arena, ‘The Veronicas’, Rickki Lee, Kimbra and Tina Cousins. Her versatility has seen her on stage in Musical Theatre, Magical Illusions, plays and performing at Arias and AFI awards. Not to mention appearing in countless corporate functions, film clips, variety shows and on cruise ships. She has appeared in multiple films and even dabbled in Bollywood with feature film ‘Salaame Namaste’. Her T.V credits include resident dancer for channel 9, ‘Neighbours’, ‘It Takes Two’ and TVC’s for Australia and overseas.  During her 15yrs as a professional dancer Nichola has also enjoyed sharing her skills and knowledge as a dance teacher.

Passionate to never stop broadening her list of artistic skills Nichola began studying Lyra in 2014. Finding a deep love for the craft she became a dedicate student of Aerial Divas and after completing all the levels placed 1st runner up her first completion in 2018. With a great desire to share joy Lyra has brought to her life, Nichola is thrilled to be a part of the team at Aerial Divas. She looks forward to inspiring passion and enjoyment in others by creating an environment where they feel supported, challenged and empowered.

What do you love most about being a Desk Diva? The best part about being a Desk Diva is watching all the students progress in their goals! Being a Desk Diva means that you are constantly celebrating achievements and sharing laughter with the amazing women who attend Pole Divas. I'm constantly inspired and love being a part of their journey and cheer squad!

What is your favourite casual, course or workshop? My favourite classes at Pole Divas are Stretch Technique, Pole Moves, and any of the course classes, Spin or Static! I love learning new tricks along with working on my flexibility and dancing out my cardio to the fun routines our instructors create.

What do you love most about being a Desk Diva? I love meeting all our new students and also welcoming our current students. It's awesome to hear about why students are coming to the studio; everyone has different goals and it's awesome. Watching a students transformation is incredible too because we can all relate in a way - whether it be physically or mentally. The studio is filled with inspiring, like-minded women so the environment is contagious!

What is your favourite casual, course or workshop? Exotica. I love to dance and I discovered my style in Exotica. It's not only a great way to burn some cardio but you feel like an absolute queen nailing the Exotica chorey. Everyone has to give it a go!