Pole Dance Academy was established in 2009 by sisters Maddie Sparkle & Michelle Shimmy. What began as a shared passion for pole dance has grown into a thriving community, with four studio locations across Sydney, Australia, and thousands of students taught how to fly.
At PDA, we believe pole dance is so much more than movement. It’s about confidence, self-expression, strength, and reconnecting with your body. Over the years, we’ve seen the transformative effect pole dance can have — from improved strength and flexibility, to body positivity, self-belief, and of course… a healthy dose of general badassery.