Instructors

• 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.

• 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

• 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!

• 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.
 

• 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.

• 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!”

• 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.

• 1^st 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.

• 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)."

• 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.

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.

• 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!”.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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"!

• 1st Place, Advanced, Unleashed 2018
• 1st Place, Amateur, Pole Candy 2018

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.

• 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.

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.

• 2nd Runner Up, Elite, Unleashed 2018
• 1st Runner Up, Groups, FRISK 2017
• Finalist Women's Open, PCS (Arnold Sports Festival), 2017

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.”

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.  

• 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