Urban Circus Pole & Aerial Fitness Studio

Urban Circus Pole & Aerial Fitness Studio — Dance Classes In Harrogate

Urban Circus is a pole and aerial fitness studio at Claro Court Business Centre in Harrogate, rather than a ballroom or ballet school. Reviewers rave about its non-judgemental, fun atmosphere and its patient, professional instructors led by Nat and the team. Members can mix pole fitness, aerial hoop, yoga and flexibility classes across a flexible membership. For those in Harrogate drawn to something energetic and different, it is a standout aerial and pole studio.

About Urban Circus Pole & Aerial Fitness Studio

The studio specialises firmly in pole and aerial disciplines, along with supporting yoga and flexibility work, rather than traditional partnered or classical dance. Its base at Claro Court gives it a dedicated, well-equipped home for this kind of training. Reviewers consistently describe it as one of their favourite places to be, thanks to the friendly, encouraging culture.

Classes & Dance Styles

Rather than the ballroom dancing in Harrogate or ballet classes in Harrogate that some may search for, Urban Circus centres on pole fitness, aerial hoop, yoga and flexibility sessions. A flexible membership lets you mix these classes to suit your goals, whether that is strength, fitness or trying something new. Instructors are praised as patient and among the best pole teachers around, making the studio welcoming for beginners. Anyone seeking classical or partnered dance would need to look elsewhere, but for aerial and pole this is a genuine local specialist.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

First-timers are met with a relaxed, supportive class where there is no judgement and plenty of encouragement. Wear fitted, comfortable clothing that allows grip on the pole or apparatus, and check with the studio about which introductory session suits you.

Location & Contact

Harrogate, a spa town in North Yorkshire, supports a varied fitness and movement scene alongside its more traditional dance offerings.

• Address: Unit 39, Claro Court Business Centre, Harrogate HG1 4BA
• Phone: +44 7557 104081
• Website: http://www.urban-circus.co.uk/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Friday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am-10 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am-9 pm

What Dancers Say About Urban Circus Pole & Aerial Fitness Studio

5/5 from 8 Google reviews.

Fantastic studio and amazing instructors. No judging, no stress and a lot of fun. I recommend these guys all the time to everyone and anyone who'll listen! 🙂 membership is offered and you can mix up your classes, from pole fitness to aerial hoop, yoga and flexy classes as well. 👌🤘— Rachael Lee

Amazing place…. infact one of my favourite places to be in the whole world. Nat and the team are fantastic… patient, professional and the best pole instructors around 💖— Jane brown

Pole is an amazing way to get fit and have fun with new friends! If you fancy trying something new and exciting give pole a go! The instructors are ace!— Amy Sheehan

Such a fun way to get fit and learn something new! Urban Circus is such a welcoming studio.— Keri Bailey

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

Ballroom is usually taken up through a dedicated ballroom school or class, typically starting with a beginners' group session on a foundation dance like the waltz. As a pole and aerial studio, Urban Circus is not the place for this, so a specialist ballroom teacher would be the right first step.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz is a popular first ballroom dance thanks to its steady rhythm and clear pattern. You would learn it at a ballroom school rather than an aerial and pole studio such as this one.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Yes, adults can take up ballet through dedicated beginner classes elsewhere. Urban Circus, however, focuses on pole and aerial work rather than classical ballet.

What age is too late to start ballet?

No age is too late for recreational ballet, which welcomes adult beginners. For that you would look to a ballet school, as this studio specialises in pole and aerial disciplines.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Line dancing staples include the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, shuffle and pivot turn. These belong to line-dance classes rather than the pole and aerial sessions Urban Circus runs.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Simple, repetitive dances such as the Electric Slide are among the easiest for beginners. You would learn these at a line-dancing class, as this studio concentrates on pole and aerial fitness.

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