"WHAT SEEMS IMPOSSIBLE TODAY WILL SOON BECOME YOUR WARM-UP"
We are proud to announce we are the Aerial Dance School of the Year 2024!
ABOUT US:
Essex Pole and Tone
Our Principal Instructor and Owner Susan Hastings founded the Essex Pole and Tone Academy, opening the doors in 2008. As a physical performer, dance and aerial teacher with over 25 years of experience, Susan's mission is to train others who are on their journey to improve strength, flexibility and confidence.
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With a Spincity, X-Pert Fitness & PDC endorsement you can expect a friendly, relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, with moves tailored to your own individual ability. Each achievement, no matter how big or small, is celebrated in our pole family.
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Our Essex Pole and Tone community welcomes everyone no matter what shape, size, age or strength - we make sure everyone feels happy and comfortable at all times whilst they are with us. We are sensitive to an individual’s unique fitness journey and all exercises are tailored to each individuals’ abilities to ensure they are getting the most out of their time as we want our students to achieve their full potential!
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Essex Pole and Tone is home to many successful pole and aerial artists some of which have placed in elite competitions throughout the United Kingdom. As shown on our Medalists & Competitors page. All students have the opportunity to perform in Showcases.
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Our studio main hall has 11 fixed X-Poles with a range of sizes and finishes, static and spinning poles. We also have a wide range of Aerial Hoops, Silks and an X-Stage with lollipop attachment. All our equipment is frequently updated and safety mats are provided to ensure the comfort and safety of all of our students. Our studio also features a large changing room, two toilets and a kitchen area selling refreshments.
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See our About Our Instructors page for more detailed information on all our coaches.
CHOOSE YOUR sport of interest
If you're tired of going to the gym, join us now where we guarantee you will get a full body workout in a friendly and safe environment. Pole fitness is a fun and alternative way to tone up, gain strength and build fitness levels!
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Our studio based in Romford, Essex welcomes everyone interested in joining our pole family, no matter what age, shape or size. We are open to all levels from beginner to advanced, and you will be supported by qualified and experienced instructors.
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SUCCESS STORIES
"When first starting at Essex Pole and tone I could barely lift my own body weight, just weeks later and I am accomplishing moves I would never dreamed possible"
KELLY
January 10, 2019
"Sue makes exercising so enjoyable and is always pushing me to achieve my goals"
CHLOE
February 10, 2020
"I have been taking part in pole classes every week for 6 years and I will never get bored of seeing what my body can achieve and how it can change"
HAYLEIGH
March 21, 2019
"My daughter attended a 4 week course for hoop training and she loved it! Lovely small class and lots of help, lovely studio."
Amy
August 14, 2023
"Great form of full body fitness with great people in the classes! Would reccomend to anyone from beginner and up."
Kane
January 10, 2024
Student Testimonials
HAYLEIGH'S STORY
EMMA'S STORY
1st Place WINNER KICK ASS CURVES
2nd Place You Filthy Amateur
KAREN'S STORY
SUSAN HASTINGS
Maisy Masterson
POLE AND AERIAL FITNESS COACHES
1a Knightsbridge Gardens, London Road, Romford, RM7 9AD
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Tel: 07840 424427
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