GLOW Showcase: Inside Our Performance Courses
Eight weeks of rehearsals, a themed group routine and a night on stage at The Round Theatre. Here is how a GLOW Performance Course works, what is included and who…
The Pole Room Journal
Pole, aerial & everything in between
Training guides, honest answers and student stories from seven Melbourne studios. Written by the instructors who teach the program.
When Is GLOW 2027? What We Know So Far
GLOW 2027 is coming back to The Round in Nunawading. Here is why we cannot announce a date yet, how to be first to know, and the one thing to sort out before bookings open.
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29Curriculum, grading, conditioning and skill progression.
Learn about the pole programsLyra & Silks
9Aerial hoop and silks. Apparatus, levels and crossover training.
Learn about the aerial programsOver 40s
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2Planning, packages and what happens on the day.
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GLOW – A Pole & Aerial Spectacle
GLOW is The Pole Room's annual student showcase — one night a year when students from our Melbourne studios take to a professional stage. Here is what the night looks…
What to Expect at Your First Pole Competition, as an Audience Member
Never been to a pole competition? What the night looks like, what to wear, when to cheer, and what nobody tells first-timers.
From First Class to Centre Stage. How SHINE Fits Into Your Pole Journey
Every SHINE performer started in a Level 1 class. The real path from your first lesson to competing on stage, and how long it takes.
How Pole Competitions Are Judged. Scoring Explained
The five criteria SHINE judges score out of 10, why difficulty is not one of them, and how to use the score sheet to build a better routine.
Pole Dancing Classes Near Me: All 7 Melbourne Studios
The Pole Room runs pole and aerial classes at seven studios across Melbourne: Melbourne CBD, Mitcham, Kilsyth, Highett, Narre Warren, Eltham and Rowville. Wherever you’re...
Pole Competition Glossary. 30 Terms for Newcomers
Ayesha, shoulder mount, spin mode, deduction. Thirty pole and competition terms explained in plain English so you can follow the show.
Student Story: Joelene’s Pole Warrior Fight Against Breast Cancer
“I’m Stronger Than I Think”: Joelene’s Seven-Year Journey at The Pole Room Seven years ago, Joelene walked into The Pole Room Kilsyth alone. She had...
What should you wear to your first pole class?
Shorts, bare skin and grip. That is the short version. Here is what to actually pack, what to leave at home, and what nobody tells...
Everything you need to know about the 5D Studio Closure and TPR re-launch!
Hello Rowville Tribe! We are thrilled to officially announce the next chapter for our Rowville studio with Franchisee Jess.If you’ve crossed paths with Jess, you...
Aerials SHINE Competition is back for 2025!
Aerials students, the moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here – Aerials SHINE 2025 Competition back, bigger and better than ever. This isn’t just...
Everything you need to know about the Aerial Fit and TPR re-launch!
Hello Narre Tribe! We are so excited to be opening the doors of our Narre Warren location with our new Franchisee Jess. Jess has been...
Your Ultimate Guide to SHINE 2024 Competition!
The moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here – SHINE 2024 Competition is on almost here! This isn’t just any event; it’s our annual...
The Pole Room Tribe Podcast
It’s the launch we’ve been waiting for! Our very own Jaz, the pole mumma of passion and dedication, has officially launched The TPR Tribe Podcast....
9 Perks of Private Pole Training
Private training for pole comes with an array of benefits that can significantly enhance your learning and progress. Each of our instructors are available for...
Suspended in Style: Aerial Silks and Hammocks
You’re hanging from the silks, suspended high above the ground. Your heart races as you perform a graceful series of drops and spins, your body...
Unleash Your Inner Pole Star: A Crash Course for Beginners
Picture this: You arrive at the pole dance competition, feeling both nervous and excited. You’ve been practicing for months, perfecting your routine and pushing yourself...
Spin Your Way to the Sky: The High-Flying Fun of Aerial Lyra!
After months of dedicated practice, you finally get the opportunity to perform a gravity-defying routine on a huge stage in front of a roaring crowd....
What Happens In a Beginner Pole Course
Embarking on your pole journey with TPR is a rewarding, fulfilling and supported one! Why? Because our programs are carefully designed to ensure you succeed....
Student Story: Eliza Went From Afraid to Leave the House to Teaching Pole
For three months, Eliza barely left her house. She did not go out to see friends. She did not exercise. She did not even walk...
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