Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio
Manchester's first all-inclusive pole and aerial dance studio with award-winn…
A pole dance and fitness studio offering classes in pole technique, pole fitness, and aerial arts.
Before your first class
Foundation courses in aerial disciplines are designed for complete beginners; pole fitness and dance classes span all levels; no prior dance or pole experience required.
No socks, hand cream, body moisturisers, self-tan or creams; all hanging jewellery and belly button bars must be removed or covered.
Water (drinking fountains and bottled water available).
£7.50 drop-in (Happy Hour pole fitness), £12.50 per class (55 minutes) for all other drop-in sessions.
About this studio
GFF Damian Dance Studio, located at 109–113 Corporation Street in central Manchester, is described as Manchester's first all-inclusive pole and aerial dance studio. The studio operates with award-winning pole instructors and teaches dance styles from around the world.
Pole classes span multiple levels and formats. Beginners can start with foundation courses or open-level pole fitness classes. The studio offers Pole Fitness at beginner, intermediate, intermediate & advanced, and advanced levels, all 55 minutes long. Specialised formats include Spinning Pole at intermediate & advanced and open levels. Beyond fitness-focused pole, the studio teaches Pole Dance (with sensual choreography and heels work), Floorwork (beginners' introduction focusing on floor-based movement), Heels Tricks and Heels Combos, Chair Dance (alternating between tricks and choreography), and Striptease (sensual and seductive movement classes). All pole classes are 18+.
Aerial disciplines include Aerial Hoop (Lyra), Aerial Rope, Aerial Silks, and Aerial Yoga. Foundation courses run for five weeks with new courses starting every six weeks; these introduce complete beginners to multiple aerial disciplines or specialise in Aerial Hoop. Beginner-to-advanced hoop classes are available. Rope and silks classes are mixed level with instructors tailoring to each student's skill set. Aerial Yoga uses a hammock and combines traditional yoga with pilates and dance. All aerial classes are 16+.
Dance classes cover Dancehall (beginner to advanced), Reggaeton, Twerk (mixed level), Contemporary (mixed level), Hot in Heels (commercial dance combining street, pop and lyrical jazz), and Shuffle (mixed level). All dance classes are 16+.
The studio also runs Acrobalance (floor-based acrobatic balances, lifts and shapes in pairs or groups), Handstands (full-body control and flexibility work), and Stretch classes (all levels). Stretch classes are described as renowned for taking people from rigid to flexible.
Private services include one-on-one and one-on-two training sessions, and wedding dance lessons for couples. The studio offers studio hire, parties, and camps. Drop-in pricing is £12.50 per class (55 minutes), with a Happy Hour promotion at £7.50 for a single drop-in pole fitness session. Classes must be booked in advance. The studio is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:00–21:30; Tuesday, Thursday 10:00–21:30; Saturday 09:00–17:00; Sunday 10:00–16:30. The entrance is located near pedestrian traffic lights between Parkers Hotel and Parkers Apartments.
What to expect
Your first visit
Arrive 5–10 minutes early. Leave unnecessary belongings in the provided lockers. Each class starts with a warm-up tailored to that class and ends with a cool-down. Instructors take photos and videos shared in a private Facebook members group (you can opt out). In aerial classes, equipment is shared by a maximum of two people.
Instructors
Who teaches here
The studio employs award-winning pole instructors and offers private lessons with individual GFF instructors. One instructor, Artur Biernat, is noted for wedding dance lessons and can be followed on Instagram.
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What beginners can expect
Foundation courses in aerial disciplines are designed for complete beginners; pole fitness and dance classes span all levels; no prior dance or pole experience required.
What to wear and bring
Before your first class
Dress code
No socks, hand cream, body moisturisers, self-tan or creams; all hanging jewellery and belly button bars must be removed or covered.
What to bring
Water (drinking fountains and bottled water available). For pole: shorts (better grip), t-shirts, vests or sports bras; pole heels/pleasers recommended for pole dance and floorwork; kneepads helpful. For aerial: leggings recommended (shorts acceptable for hoop); long-sleeve t-shirts advised for silks, hammocks and yoga. For dance: comfortable clothing; regular shoes (not pole shoes) for heels class; kneepads optional for twerk. Bare feet for warm-ups. No socks, hand cream, body moisturisers, self-tan or creams on class day. Remove all hanging jewellery and belly button bars (or cover with plaster).
Studio history
GFF Damian Dance Studio is Manchester's first all-inclusive pole and aerial dance studio, established with award-winning instructors and dance styles from around the world.
Styles offered
21 dance styles taught here
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Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio teach?
Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio teaches Pole Dance, Pole Fitness, Spinning Pole, Floorwork, Heels Tricks, Heels Combos and 15 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio located?
Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio is located in Manchester. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio offer private lessons?
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Does Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio teach kids and adults?
Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Pole Aerial Dance GFFDamian Studio?
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