Pole for P.O.C. Melanin Movement

✊🏾 Melanin Movement: The P.O.C Empowerment Pole Session 📍 Level Mixed Level: Suitable for People of Colour: Beginner to Intermediate+ Polers Welcome to Melanin Movement, a vibrant and empowering pole session created by and for People of Colour, designed to be a safe, supportive, and celebratory space for self-expression through movement. Led by CocoGymnaasty, this class invites you to explore pole in a space that honours community, confidence, and culture: where everybody and every story is celebrated. While all of our classes at Pink Kitten are open to everyone, Melanin Movement exists to provide a place where P.O.C. students can learn, move, and grow amongst peers with shared lived experiences and energy. Come as you are — this is your space to move, shine, and take up space unapologetically. 💃🏾 What to Expect This session brings together strength, flow, and self-expression with a strong focus on confidence-building and joy through movement. It’s a mixed-ability class, primarily aimed at Level 1 beginners and Level 2 intermediates, with variations provided for all experience levels. Each month offers something fresh, inspiring, and empowering: 💪🏾 Conditioning & Foundational Pole Skills: build strength, confidence, and control 🌪️ Spins & Tricks: develop movement vocabulary and fluidity 🔥 Low Flow, Floorwork & Choreography: find your groove and signature style 🌀 Spin Pole Sessions: experience the art of controlled rotation and balance 👠🏾 Erotic / Heels-Inspired Classes: explore sensual movement in a safe, affirming environment This class is about more than just pole: it’s about connecting with yourself and your community, reclaiming movement, and celebrating your power. 💰 Pay What You Can Melanin Movement operates on a Pay What You Can basis to help make pole accessible to all members of the P.O.C. community. Whether you’re taking your first step into the studio or levelling up your flow, you deserve this space. 🩰 What to Wear Wear pole shorts or leggings with a comfortable vest or T-shirt. For floor and flow sessions, knee pads and socks or heels are welcome. Avoid jewellery, rings, or watches, as they can damage your skin or the poles. 👜 What to Bring Bring a water bottle, towel, and your authentic energy: this is a class where you can move freely, be yourself, and celebrate your own rhythm. 🌟 Why Take This Class? Because you deserve a space that feels like home: one where you can learn, grow, and move surrounded by people who understand your experience. In Melanin Movement, you’ll: Gain strength, flexibility, and confidence Explore movement styles that celebrate your individuality Connect with a supportive community of P.O.C. dancers Feel empowered, energised, and proud of your progress Rediscover joy in your body and movement Every spin, slide, and strut is a celebration of you: your story, your power, your magic. 📍 How to Find Us Our studios are located just outside the Bristol CAZ zone, so please take care when driving past Cabot Circus if you’re in a chargeable vehicle. Parking: Free or cheaper parking along Pennywell Road (towards Easton, away from town) Little Ann Street meters can be pricey, but free forecourt spaces may be available in the evenings (please avoid during work hours) For daytime sessions, try the school car park (£1/hour), Trinity Car Park, or Cabot Circus Entrances: Please check your booking confirmation for your studio: Studio 1 & Studio X: Pennywell Road, BS5 0TJ Studio 2: Little Ann Street, BS2 9EB If you’re unsure, drop us a message we’ll happily guide you. You can also find more info on our Welcome Page: 👉 www.pinkkittendanceschool.com/welcome 🚀 Next Steps Keep your glow going with Heels & Flow, Flexibility, or Choreography classes to continue building strength and movement confidence. Classes can be booked individually or as part of a class pack or membership. ✊🏾 This is more than a pole class: it’s a movement of strength, joy, and self-love. Come vibe, connect, and shine in your Melanin Movement.