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I'm Kat, that's me hanging off the pole... I own & run Paradise Circus Pole Dance Studio
Hey guys, welcome to my Studio Page. So glad you're here.
I have been pole dancing 20+ years, all over the world. First in clubs and events, and later in Dance Studios and Theatres as my dance career has evolved. I am thrilled to be opening a big new studio in Margaret River and I can wait to share the absolute thrill of pole dancing with you all. See you in class.
Where it all began
How did I get into pole? Was I a *dun dun dun* STRIPPER?!
Hell YES I WAS. Best stripper in town, and before that a figure skater. As a teen I represented Great Britain in 3 World Championships and had the time of my life training and competing in my sport at the highest level. When I hung up my roller skates I had more time to work as a dancer and performer, & yes, eventually a stripper.
I have danced all over the world at the best, most prestigious clubs & later taught at some amazing dance studios. I absolutely love teaching pole dancing.
Why Pole?
Pole dancing for me is a byproduct of my career as a stripper, & I wholeheartedly support and stand with all strippers & sex workers as the founders of this beautiful craft.
Pole is so hard, but so utterly satisfying. You'll never find a sport as beautiful, challenging and rewarding as pole. Or make lifelong friends like you do at pole. There's nothing else like it, it's a THRILL.
What Qualifies me to Teach Pole Dancing Classes
Pole is a serious, competitive, technical and difficult sport. With a background in sport & fitness & 20+ years pole dance experience I understand the discipline & detail required to safely master it. Here's a tiny resume dip...
*I have a cert 3 & 4 Fitness from The Australian College of Physical Education (Homebush, Sydney Olympic Park)
*I was cast by & trained by a Royal Ballet Choreographer in the longest running Burlesque Show in Australia (Risque Revue)
*I taught for 6 years employed by a professional Ballerina & experienced Paris showgirl at a dance studio in Sydney & another 6 here in Margaret River! 12+ years teaching experience & I still love it.
*I won Miss Nude NSW & have been a finalist in Miss Pole Dance NSW twice & I know how to both perform, but also compete.
So, here we are.
Paradise Circus Pole Studio has been my brain child for 10 years. The name is a song I danced to in my first ever Pole Dance Competition in 2013: "Paradise Circus" by Massive Attack Zed's Dead remix.
I dressed as a mime clown so couldn't do any pole moves for the first minute, I just rolled around, but I placed high & it's one of my favourite routines & songs of all time. Now it is a beacon for all my students, glowing in pink neon in the dance studio.
I love to teach, I love to see my students achieve their pole goals, I love to be a part of the pole community.
Welcome, thank you for being here, I hope you love it as much as we do.
INCLUSIVE
This goes without saying: neurodiverse & LGBQIT+ safe & friendly & welcome space. Our queer spectrum family created the performing arts, this is your space. Please let us know of any accomodations you may need, or anything that would help you access our services. Paradise Circus aspires to be accessible to everyone.
I live, work and teach on Wadandi Boodja- Saltwater People's Country. In the spirit of reconciliation I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.