Our Instructors

Michelle Shimmy is a Sydney-based, internationally-renowned pole performer, entertainer, judge, MC  and instructor. Shimmy co-owns the Pole Dance Academy with her sister Maddie Sparkle.

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Teaching specialty: Breaking down moves and identifying small corrections that need to be made for students to achieve their nemesis move.

Maddie loves pole dancing, the splits, pizza and her dogs. She is known for her amazing flexibility and strength and is a patient and encouraging teacher. Maddie tours internationally and performs, judges and teaches workshops all over the world.​

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Teaching specialty: Breaking things down and making hard things seem achievable.

‘Pole is life’ is a phrase Sirenn relates to with her obsession starting in 2015, and by 2021 she coaches and instructs pole dance full time.  Sirenn is known for her strength, control and lines, especially with spin pole combos, however she enjoys all styles of pole dance from powerful & dynamic static to slinky & sensual floorwork. 

Natasha Wang is one of the icons of pole. Known for her graceful and creative style, Natasha travels the globe as an in-demand teacher, performer and competition judge. Her live and virtual classes blend elements of yoga and fitness while never losing sight of inclusivity and fun. 

Janine used to run Supergirl Studio, but decided after 10 years to shift her focus to teaching. 

She has extensive background and education in dance - from ballet to modern and much more! 

She has a wide range of experience in pole dance, aerial hoop, physical education and injury prevention.

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