Candy, has a true love for fitness and strength and she comes from a background of functional fitness and CrossFit. She joined Diva's as a student and quickly discovered her love for the sport. "pole is the ultimate workout, you get stronger, more flexible and more co-ordinated.. all while having heaps of fun and making friends". After taking on the stage for Unleashed 2018, where she won the advanced category, she has fallen in love with the stage and performing. Now as an instructor, her goal is to inspire others to discover their inner sass and empower them to challenge themselves, all while having a blast.
#1 Most Influential Pole Business Owner 2016 by the Australian Pole Dancers Magazine
Kennetta is the founder and franchisor of Pole Divas and is excited to be teaching pole dance at her boutique Hampton studio. Kennetta’s favourite dance style is exotic, and loves creating weekly routines for her Pole Moves class. Come and join her weekly and see how fun and freeing the art of exotic pole dance can be!
Pole Divas
Hampton
MISS FILLY
(instructor)
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.
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
Gracie Buntine
(instructor )
1st, Miss Pole Dance Australia, 2018/2019
1st, Profressional Pole Art, Pole Theatre, 2017
1st, Miss Pole Dance Victoria, 2017 & 2018
Gracie is a true dancer with an extensive background in ballet, jazz, hip hop, and lyrical. She has been a featured dancer in music videos and documentaries! Gracie fell in love with pole after becoming a Pole Divas student, and as a teacher she aims to help her students let go and feel sexy, feminine and powerful!
Gracie is no stranger to the pole competition scene and is known for her stand out performances and eye-catching choreography. Gracie is also an ambassador for X-Pole Australia and Pole Physics.
Pole Divas
Prahran & Richmond
Lou Landers
(instructor)
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.
Pole Divas
Prahran & Richmond
Kristy Lee
1st Elite Division, Survivor Pole Championships, 2018
1st Amateur Division, Hardcore Pole Dancing Championships, 2018
1st Groups, Kristiko, Victorian Pole Championships, 2018
Kristy has risen through the ranks as a Pole Divas student passing every level in static and spinning pole. She now competes regularly in both state and national competitions.
From her very first class, Kristy was determined to become an instructor and studio owner. She believes that pole dancing is the perfect sport to inspire and motivate women to be strong, sexy and fit. It’s the kind of sport that can turn average women into incredible athletes in a short period of time. She loves that she was able to bring this amazing sport to the western suburbs
Pole & Aerial Divas
Caroline Springs
MISCHKA
(instructor)
Finalist, Miss Pole Dance Australia 2016, 2017
1st Runner Up, Floor Play Melbourne 2017
1st 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.
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
VERONICA WAITE
(instructor)
2nd Runner Up, Dance Filthy 2018
2nd Runner Up Victorian Pole Championships Professional 2017
1st Runner Up Paragon International Championships
Veronica loves all things circus and has experience performing pole, lyra, silks, hammock, duo slings, and contortion. She started her pole career at Pole Divas in 2009, quickly progressing to become a competitor and teacher. She is now a recognised name in the circus industry with regular performances and tours with circus company, Strange Fruit, where she got to perform at the 2018 Super Bowl! The confidence, skills, fitness and knowledge she gained through Pole Divas is something she wishes to pass onto her students!
Pole & Aerial Divas
Prahran & Richmond
MEL
(instructor)
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.
Aerial Divas
Mornington & Richmond
SHANNON PRICKETT
1st, Semi Pro and Doubles, Miss Lyra Victoria 2018
1st Runner Up, Advanced, Miss Lyra Australia 2017
1st, Doubles, Rising Stars 2017
Shannon has trained in dance since a young age, attaining a Diploma of Classical and Performing Arts at the Australian Conservatoire of Ballet.
Following an ankle injury, she went on to complete a health science degree and Pilates instructor qualifications, teaching fitness and Pilates since 2011. It was during this time she discovered lyra, admiring the balance of grace and strength it involved.
After making her way through all the levels at Aerial Divas and competing in a few comps along the way, she is excited to teach at the studio where her journey began.
Aerial Divas
Richmond
CAROLINE
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.
Pole Divas
Richmond
Seren Murrell
(instructor & owner)
Seren has danced since the age of 3, with a background in ballet, jazz, contemporary & modern jive. Seren won a silver medal at the Victorian Modern Jive Championships in 2015 before finding her love of Pole. Starting on the Desk as Pole & Aerial Divas Richmond, Seren saw first-hand the confidence and strength Pole brings. She took ownership of Pole Divas Prahran in October of 2017 and is excited for the future of the Studio, and helping women become fit and confident!
Pole Divas
Prahran
ISOBEL
(instructor)
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!
Pole Divas
Prahran
BELLA
(instructor)
Finalist, Unleashed 2017
With a background in circus arts and gymnastics and her work as a personal trainer, Bella is another Dedicated Diva instructor, who started her pole dancing journey with Pole Divas 3 years ago. As an instructor, her goal is to help students fall in love with pole dancing, just like she did, and to help them kick pole goals! Bella is passionate about empowering women and loves that pole dancing is a celebration of power, strength, flexibility and confidence. She says that pole has "so many physical benefits, but also countless mental benefits.
Pole Divas
Prahran
DAVINA CURRIE
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.
Pole Divas
Mornington
ALLIRA CAREY
2nd Runner Up, Frisk 2016
Allira’s love for pole dancing was ignited in 2007. Never a fan of the gym, Pole Divas was finally her answer to combining fitness, health and happiness! Allira loves coaching and inspiring her students to achieve strength, skills and self-confidence whilst getting sweaty, feeling sexy and having an awesome time…and all in a pair of heels! She is a strong believer that all women must try the sexy sport of pole dancing. “You’ll have so much fun you’ll forget you’re exercising”… but she warns, “Pole dancing is addictive; health and happiness may result!”
Pole Divas
Mornington
MADDY FILOSA
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!"
Pole Divas
Mornington & Hampton
EMMA
1st, Solo Division & Sponsors Choice, Regional Pole Artistry Championships 2018
1st Runner up, Elite Division, Survivor Pole Championships 2018
1st Runner up, Groups, Frisk 2017
Emma has been dancing since the age of 3, covering a vast range of dance styles over the years including; ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary and aerobics. Emma joined Pole Divas Mornington in 2011 and quickly became addicted. As a textile designer, Emma’s love for costumes and performing arts ties in well with her pole dance passion. Emma thinks Pole dancing is a great way to stay fit and meet like-minded girls, and it gives you a chance to have a boogie and exercise all at the same time! Emma wants to share the fun and feeling of accomplishment while mastering new tricks and routines with others.
Pole Divas
Mornington
LORIEN
(instructor & Desk Diva)
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!
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
TANIA 'T-MAC'
(instructor & owner)
1st Runner Up Doubles, Miss Pole Dance Victoria 2016 & 2015
1st Doubles, Miss Pole Dance Australia 2014
1st Runner Up Group Division, Victorian Pole Championships 2014
Tania loves all forms of dance (especially hip-hop) and quickly became enamoured with the challenge of pole dancing. After completing a Double degree in Arts and Science and traveling around the world, Tania returned to Melbourne inspired and decided to open her own Pole Divas studio in Moonee Ponds! She is passionate about pole doubles and has won many doubles titles with her best friend and fellow Pole Divas Moonee Ponds instructor, Miss Filly.
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
STACEY
(instructor)
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.
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
PIP
(instructor)
1st, Unleashed 2017
Finalist, Step Up 2017
Finalist, Frisk 2017
Pip started pole dancing at the Moonee Ponds studio in 2013 and quickly completed every level in both spin and static pole. With a background in jazz, tap, and ballet, she taught junior dance for two years, as well as dabbling in choreography for school musicals and rock eisteddfods. Pip was drawn to the challenge, athleticism and skill that pole dancing requires, and quickly fell in love with the pole shoes!
" I’m pretty lucky that I get to call both of my jobs my passion (I am also a nurse in real-life)."
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
CHERIE
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!
Pole Divas
Richmond
ANNA
1st, Doubles, Miss Pole Dance Australia 2011
Since commencing classes as a student at Pole Divas, Anna quickly turned her lifelong love of dance and fitness into an obsession with pole dancing.
Having recently returned from maternity leave, Anna is testament to the benefits that pole dancing can bring in terms of conditioning, positive body image and self-confidence. As a qualified personal trainer, she is dedicated to not only making her classes both cheeky and fun for her students, but also ensuring correct technique and full body strengthening.
Pole Divas
Richmond
ANGELIQUE
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!
Pole & Aerial Divas
Richmond
HANNE GRANT
(instructor)
Hanne has a background in all things circus with experience on flying trapeze, silks, and lyra. She toured around Australia and New Zealand with Circus Quirkus, and finally settled in Melbourne to pursue further training. Hanne discovered pole in 2009. After a 3-year hiatus to complete her Bachelor of Circus Arts, she returned to Pole Divas to achieve her own pole goals. Hanne has a friendly and fun style which shines through in her classes! Hanne joined us as an Aerial Diva but soon fell in love with the pole for its complimentary style to aerial hoop. She now teaches both lyra and pole.
Pole & Aerial Divas
Prahran & Richmond
RAELENE SALO
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!
Aerial Divas
Mornington & Richmond
Alicia
1st, Heat 3, Exotic Pole Star 2017
1st, Elite Division, Survivor 2017
1st, Doubles, Unleashed 2017
"When I dance I am in the moment, and when I dance I am free." Alicia has been involved in dance and gymnastics for most of her life and decided to take up pole dancing in 2009. Starting off as a nervous and shy student, she quickly blossomed into a confident Diva, and was inspired to start teaching by Miss Filly. “I love watching students grow throughout the courses. It always amazes me how lots of girls come with the same thoughts of ‘I can't pole dance I have no strength’ and then week 8 comes and they’re flipping and climbing like super stars!”.
Pole Divas
Caroline Springs
Mich
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!
Pole Divas
Caroline Springs
Dee Dee
2nd Runners Up, Sexy's Back 2017
Finalist, Exotic Pole Star 2017
Finalist, Frisk 2017
Dee Dee has been dancing since the age of 2, learning jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, contemporary at her mum's dance studio and later in life turning to burlesque and lap dancing. Starting pole in 2013 was a natural progression in her dance life, and she quickly became obsessed. She loves the thrill of helping students reach their pole goals. Being a Pole diva is so much fun and the studio is her happy place. She loves that pole dancing drives her to push herself physically and creatively. She believes that pole dance empowers women, giving them strength and self-confidence whilst connecting them with their sensuality, all with a few giggles thrown in. Dee Dee competed in her first competition, Sexy’s Back in 2015 and believes everyone should experience the thrill of the stage.
Pole Divas
Caroline Springs
Sarah
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.
Pole Divas
Hampton
Jessica
Finalist, Doubles, Frisk 2016
Jessica has been dancing for about 10 years now. From the moment she walked into her first pole moves class she knew she wanted to be apart of this amazing and supportive community and explore this new form of fitness. "I fell in love with pole dancing and it's community instantly. It's such a great all over work out that really focuses on femininity and body positivity. My favorite moment has to be when the whole class erupts in cheers and applause when one of the students finally nails their nemesis trick... so much love!" Afters taking a few years off to travel the world Jessica returned to Pole divas to rebuild her strength, flexibility and work her way up to instruct. Jess wants to share her love for pole with her students and help them fall in love with this incredible form of fitness and dance.
Pole Divas
Hampton
NICOLE MCCLELLAND
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.
Aerial Divas
Mornington
MOLLY
(instructor & Desk Diva)
3rd , Advanced, Survivor Pole Competition 2018
2nd, Advanced & Sponsors Choice, Survivor Pole Competition 2017
1st, Advanced, Unleashed 2016
Molly started her Divas journey at the Moonee Ponds studio in 2015 and has never looked back! She took a couple of Pole Moves classes and soon discovered that she had a flare for Exotic style pole dancing. She loves the sense of community and sisterhood that Pole Divas brings. She loves that there are so many different styles and of pole dancing, and that each individual can branch off and have their own unique style and way of expressing themselves. "Pole can be whatever you want it to be, there are no rules and no limits as to what it can do for your body, mind, and soul. It’s completely up to you!"
Molly loves the spotlight and being on stage, and the only thing that matters for her during a show is that the crowd love her. She says “if the crowd is happy then I’m happy"!
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
SHAE
(instructor & desk diva)
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!"
Pole Divas
Prahran
Samantha
(Instructor)
Sponsors Choice Award, Miss Pole Dance Victoria, 2018
2nd, Amateur, Australian Pole Championships, 2017
1st, Amateur, Victorian Pole Championships, 2017
Samantha started pole dancing in 2014 and has been a pole instructor since 2015. After 11 years of Calisthenics she was looking for something new to continue her passion for dance. She loves the physical and mental strength that comes with pole, and wants to help her students find confidence in the amazing things their bodies can do! With her passion for teaching Samantha also became a qualified pilates instructor in 2018. She will use her knowledge in movement and fitness to help you reach your pole goals!
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
Kitty
(Instructor)
1st Place Women's Open & Professional Chamption, Pole Champtionship Series, Arnold Sports Festival 2019
1st Semi Pro, Pole Candy 2018
1st Place, Amateur, Australian Pole Championships 2018
Kitty spent most of her teenage years as competitive Artistic Gymnast, but it wasn't until the tender age of 32 that her best friend dragged her along to a beginners pole class where she immediately fell in love for all things Pole Dancing. She is big advocate of the benefits of Pole Dancing, as it has helped her to overcome her fear of failure and judgment, while discovering self-love.
After just 12 months in competition circuit, Kitty has already racked up several national titles and is not showing any signs of slowing down just yet.
Kitty specialises in all things flippy and flexy, she is a certified Personal Trainer & Group fitness instructor, who is highly experienced in various sports and fitness disciplines, including Artistic Gymnastics, Sports Aerobics, Yoga, Stretch, Pilates, and even Myofascial Release classes.
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
AMELIA
Amelia fell in love instantly with Lyra and Aerial Divas during her first class in 2012. Now her regular training timetable includes contortion & hand-balancing, as well as her first love, Lyra. Winning the opportunity to be the Lyra Student Ambassador for Richmond Aerial Divas in 2017 gave Amelia the opportunity she had been seeking, to get more involved at Aerial Divas. Of this next step in her lyra-life as an instructor at Aerial Divas, Amelia says that it will give her the greatest joy and satisfaction to instill in her students the feelings of confidence, drive to improve, and pure addiction to Lyra that she felt after her very first class. Amelia’s passion is contagious and she is looking forward to passing it on to her students.
Aerial Divas
Caroline Springs
NICHOLA
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.
Aerial Divas
Richmond
Nik
Unleashed Finalist 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017
Frisk Finalist 2017
VPC Finalist 2017, 2018
Nik started pole dancing at Pole Divas in 2013 and was immediately hooked. Dance has always been a very important of her life and she was trained in ballet, contemporary and Jazz from a young age. “Dancing enables me to reconnect to myself and to express myself, to recharge and to satisfy my artistic and creative side”. Since starting pole she is the strongest and fittest she has ever been –especially after she became a mum in 2016. She loves that pole dance can be anything you can imagine - from story telling, sportive contest to sexy and sensual performance- everybody can freely discover what is most enjoyable. She is proud to be part of such a supportive and healthy community that constantly inspires her.
Nik enjoys the stage and the process of preparing and choreographing dance routines. She thinks that everybody has a beautiful way to move – it just has to be discovered and unleashed. She loves to share her passion for dance and pole with her students, to help them to achieve their goals and wants them to walk out proud, happy, relaxed and at least 1 cm taller after class.
Zoe has always led a highly active lifestyle involved in numerous sports, gym, aerobics, athletics and running. She loves the physical and mental benefits you gain from exercise. Zoe’s zest for life is captured through her bubbly friendly personality - it’s contagious! Zoe’s passion for dance started in high school, here she discovered how amazing it was to perform on a stage. She walked into the Mornington studio in July 2012 and fell in love with pole dancing, it has everything you could ever dream of - a fun dance environment, opportunity to perform whilst gaining strength and health benefits, whilst being surrounded by positive, uplifting women. Here she formed life-long friendships. Zoe wants to pass on this incredible feeling to others around her and cannot wait to watch her student’s passion for pole grow.
“I am beyond excited to provide a fun high energetic class whilst helping my students smash their goals. There is nothing more rewarding than the feeling of bringing joy, laughter and light to others around me.”
Pole Divas
Mornington
Maddy
(Desk Diva)
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.
Pole Divas
Prahran
Kate
(DESK DIVA)
What do you love most about being a Desk Diva?Getting to know the students and watching them go from that nervous/ excited, slightly scared look when they first walk in, to exhilaration after they start nailing tricks and ultimately watching them fall in love with Pole & our community. Watching students grow in their personal confidence, and having even a small part of that is so rewarding.
What is your favourite casual, course or workshop? Exotica. I love being able to leave all inhibitions at the door & just completely embrace my sexuality in this class. And it’s not for anyone but ME! I also love how physically challenging it is to not only nail the routine, but the style of making it “appear” effortless.
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds
Gabby
(Desk Diva)
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!
Pole Divas
Moonee Ponds & Hampton
RISAKO
Miss Lyra Finalist, 2017
I first started aerial hoop in 2016, fell in love with aerial and have since branched out to trapeze and silks; A legit aerial addict. Other than aerial, I’m also very passionate about active flexibility.
I cannot wait to share my passion and knowledge to all my students and follow them along their aerial journey
Aerial Divas
Caroline Springs
MONI
3rd Place, Elite, Unleashed 2017
Finalist, Pole Candy 2017
2nd Place, Doubles, Unleashed 2016
Moni has loved performing since she was 4 years old! With over 17 years of experience in a vast range of dance styles such as Calisthenics, Gymnastics, Ballet, Jazz & Aerobics. Moni Joined Pole Divas in 2013, she was bored and needed a new hobby, going to the gym was not her jam, she wanted something fun!
Since she started at Divas she has never looked back, her biggest regret is not starting the sport earlier! Moni has a huge passion for Divas and everything it promotes. Going to Pole & Aerial Divas and seeing women supporting women, whilst having fun and getting fit is one of her favourite things!
“I never knew what having a passion for something felt like until I start pole dancing at Divas! I am super excited to take on this new journey of teaching and hoping to inspire all the new divas just like my instructors have always inspired me."
