Divine Em's movement experience began at the tender age of three and includes training in a diverse collection of styles and traditions: tap, hip-hop, ballet, modern, jazz, African, and salsa.  After a colleague recommended classes, Divine registered for her first pole class and was immediately smitten!  

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Divine studied pole fitness for two years before realizing that for the first time in her life, she felt compelled to do more than take class.  She was ready to immerse herself in pole art and sensual movement, selflessly sharing her experience and insight with a diverse and progressive population.  

Having taught now for over a decade, Divine Em is the proud co-founder of Fly Club.  Divine is a seasoned performer as well as an international pole athlete and champion, having competed nationally, as well as in Dubai, Mexico, and Spain.  In addition to her group classes, Divine is also available for private and semi-private lessons.

Caitlin is a registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200)  and elevatED pole instructor teacher with 10+ years of Zazen meditation experience from studying with Buddhist monks in Hiroshima. She has honed her yoga teaching style with a strong emphasis on meditation and its neurological benefits as a path to self-discovery to find your weird, authentic self.

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As a pole teacher, she helps students unlock hidden strength both physically and mentally by using pole fitness and dance to explore deeper connections within their bodies.

In addition to being the co-founder of Fly Club, she teaches Pole, Hatha, Vinyasa, Prenatal Yoga, and has developed a specific yoga program to address the challenges of Traumatic Brain Injury.

Texas native, Dalton Rhodes has been dancing and teaching for over 10 years, but it wasn't until 2016 that he stumbled into a pole dancing class. From that moment he was head over 8-inch heel in love with the art form.

Dalton has since traveled across the country teaching, competing, and performing all while honing his own style and flow. He holds titles in various Pole Sport Organization competitions as well as the title of Exotic Generation USA Mens Champion of 2019.

With just a little over a year of pole dance under his belt, Johnny has trained in both aerial silks and gymnastics earlier in life.

Like many others who take on pole, he finds traditional exercise to be unfulfilling and prefers a more artistic outlet. Pole has provided him that and more with his wonderful Fly Club family. Join his classes for a healthy mix of fun and exercise!

Wolfie has been performing on stage for many years, but only recently discovered the guilty pleasures of pole dancing.

He graduated from the Chicago College of Performing Arts with a BFA in Musical Theatre before finding himself fully submerged into the world of pole. Beginning his pole journey in Oct 2019, he trained hard and long to hone in on his skill set and is now incredibly excited to begin teaching at Fly Club.

Wolfie is a strong believer that everyone can find their own sense of sensuality through pole dance and cannot wait to help facilitate those discoveries through his Elements of Sexy classes.  

Sophia took her first pole class in July 2019 and immediately fell in love. Pole has provided Sophia with a safe space for personal exploration without fear of judgment, and she is thrilled to help create this space for future students. She believes that pole helps facilitate a deeper understanding of yourself, your body, and your sexuality - opening the gateway to untapped confidence, strength, patience and more. 

Sophia’s passion lies with sensual movement, heel technique, freestyle, and refining the tiniest of details. She believes strongly that we must always support our stripper and sex worker siblings and trailblazers who brought us the joy of pole. Whether you feel most comfortable in your coziest sweats and socks, or 8” heels and your skimpiest outfit (or maybe both, depending on the day!) Sophia can’t wait to Slink with you!

For as long as she can remember, Danielle has loved to dance. Since a young girl, Danielle has been immersed in the world of performance art - from musical theater, traveling show choir, or dance recitals.

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It wasn't until Danielle began dancing with a dance studio on the Southside of Chicago in 201 7 that she learned the movement techniques of feminine energy and sensuality. Not to mention how to be SEXY AS HELL!

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Since then, Danielle has learned how to not only move with intention, but how to also tease AND please a crowd. Danielle discovered the rabbit hole that is pole dance in 2020 and enjoy every moment. She believes that pole has been an excellent addition to her dance abilities and can't wait to see how far she can go!

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Danielle believes that every person should live in their sexy and own it to the fullest. Her goal is to teach students exactly how to do that while simultaneously personalizing and individualizing their individual movement - along with touches of  eye contact, attitude, joy, and authenticity.

Ms. Mighty brings together her Jamaican cultural roots and professional experiences into a fun class environment. She is Creative Director of BODY By Mighty, a Caribbean lifestyle arts and media company. Her dedication and love for Caribbean music and movement has taken her all over the world to train, perform, and teach. 

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Stage performances include experiences with Lady Say, Beenie Man, Mr. Vegas, Elephant Man, Konshens, Mavado, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Black Coffee, and more.

Gaby began her pole journey in 2019 at Studio X Pole Fitness in Fayetteville, NC. In preparation for an audition at a local strip club, Gaby heeded the call for an intro to pole class. After her first hit, she was both mesmerized and hungry for more.

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Although primarily self-taught, Gaby has also learned from other pole studios, instructors, and strip clubs across her 4 years of experience. Pole dance gave birth to embodied movement and opened a vessel for expression and empowerment that had always been there, but never quite released. It has opened many doors of interest for self-love and care, as well as introduced her to a community of badass polers from all over.

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Gaby is tickled pink to share her burning passion for pole and her prowess for dancing in 8-inch heels with the Fly Club Fam. She can't wait to help peeps find performance confidence while fostering a deeper connection to their sensuality through pole dance and flexy fitness.

For this boisterous Chicago native, Yin yoga is a secret weapon for her big calm and boundless energy! Eager to share the healing Gifts of breath, presence, and yoga with her fellow humans, Stephanie completed Yin training in 2022 and is now both honored and humbled to be part of the Fly Club family. If you don’t find her teaching "Blade Runner goth lullaby" Yin classes, you can catch her getting sweaty and bendy at a hot yoga studio, producing Italian horror film fests, and/or running around Europe – sometimes all at once!

Andreina began pole dancing back in 2017 at WorkIt Dance & Fitness in Connecticut. She had recently started her first job as an Engineer in a new city and was looking for an outlet to connect with people. She fell hard and fast for pole dancing and, within four months of taking her first class she participated in her first competition. Since then, Andreina has competed numerous times and, most recently, took first place in May 2023 at PSO Central, Championship Level 4.

Andreina’s movement exploration journey began with pole dancing but has since branched out into latin dance. When Andreina is not pole dancing, she is out and about social dancing to the rhythm of salsa, bachata, and cha cha cha. 

Andreina’s passion lies in making hard tricks look easy. She has a special interest in pole sport, aerial tricks and all of their variations. She’s 1000 volts of energy 1000% of the time and is super excited to teach at Fly Club!

Growing up in Miami, Alexis always dreamed of taking yoga classes at trendy studios, but felt too intimated. At 21 she moved to Chicago seeking to make a change. Like many others, she experienced a disconnect in the relationship with her body during the pandemic.

Starting off with HIIT classes in her living room, she felt emboldened to explore forms of self-expression through movement, discovering a passion for yoga and circus arts. Having stumbled upon Fly Club she quickly fell in love with the passion and knowledge of both teachers and students and was inspired to complete a 200 hour yoga teacher training course.

Now, she cultivates a practice with emphasis on mind-body connection and bodily autonomy and seeks to share the healing power of movement with those who attend her community yoga class.

Mateo's dance journey began when he was knee high to a grasshopper! Mesmerized by the choreography in music videos, Mateo knew that movement and dance would be a big part of his future.

At the age of 17, Mateo joined a dance crew in his native home of Colombia. Rooted in hip hop, Mateo explored different rhythms & genres and participated in group competitions.  It wasn't until he stumbled upon the world of pole dance that Mateo finally found the missing piece to his movement puzzle.  He began training in Colombia with many talented dancers and ultimately relocated to Chicago to further cultivate his love & passion for the art and sport of pole dance.

Mateo is an experienced competitor & what he loves most about pole is dancing his tricks, flowing through his transitions, and exploring different concepts and ideas. Mateo is very excited to join the Fly Club instructor team and looks forward to helping his students along their pole journey & develop their skills.

Lisa enjoys fitness and has been a lifelong athlete. (mostly in track and field.) This passion for movement led her to get a bachelors degree in physical education. Although dancing was a foreign concept for her, in 2017 she tried out a pole dance class with a friend for fun but immediately fell in love and has never looked back!! Pole has filled a huge space in her life. Lisa lives for dynamic power moves and sporty tricks but loves that pole has limitless combos, styles, and flows. She has also become an experienced competitor over the past couple years.

Lisa is grateful for the community that comes with pole and feels fortunate to support others along in their pole journey. She is thrilled to share her passion with the Fly Club Fam and help students break down complex movements step by step to meet their goals.

Tim began his pole journey in France back in 2019, with no prior dance experience. What started as a spontaneous decision quickly evolved into a profound love for this expressive art form, characterized by a captivating blend of athleticism, awe-inspiring tricks, and the graceful allure of low-key, sensual movements.

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In 2020, Tim stumbled upon Lyra and it clicked! In no time, Lyra became his newfound passion, adding another dimension to his repertoire. He found Lyra to be a perfect complement to pole dance, offering a new way to explore movement & flow. 

Now, Tim steps into a new role as a Lyra teacher - at Fly Club. His mission is to share the joy of movement, foster self-expression, and inspire individuals to embrace the magic of dancing in the air. Whether it's the dynamic energy of choreographies, the thrill of mastering tricks, or the fluidity of sensual movements, Tim is excited to elevate your dance journey at Fly Club.

Ever since Eva was a little girl, she has had a love for dance. She took her first ballet class at age of three and dance has been an integral part of her life ever since. Funny enough! Eva was looking for a ballroom dance studio when an ad for a pole class popped up instead. She decided to give the class a try, and the rest... is herstory.

Eva believes everyone deserves to feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. She is passionate about uplifting others and believes that pole provides a perfect avenue for self exploration. Eva feels deeply honored to guide and support anyone embarking on their own movement journey, and is very excited to foster a safe and liberating space for her students to develop and grow :)

Jo’s love affair with music began from her time of conception, when her dad would serenade her mom via guitar. From belly dancing to yoga, Jo is motivated by a love for learning and an active lifestyle.

In 2020, Jo discovered the world of pole dancing when a friend invited her to a pole party at Fly Club. Sparking a deeper connection to her feminine energy, Jo immediately immersed herself in pole dancing. Her journey continued with a Yoga Teacher Training at Zen Yoga Garage, where she earned her 200-hour certification. Jo believes the combination of dance, yoga, & pole has helped her embrace vulnerability and connect deeply with her body & self-expression.

In 2023, she owned the stage at PSO competitions, earning back-to-back 1st place medals, which further fueled her confidence & drive  That same summer, Jo explored various dance forums, including Latin socials, EDM festivals, & pole performances, paving the way for her 2024 performance identity, “Savage Nymph.” The name “Savage” reflects her bold, courageous approach to life since 2017, always stepping out of her comfort zone to embrace growth. “Nymph,” inspired by the playful spirit of Tinker Bell, represent her ability to find joy & bliss in life’s moments. 

Jo can’t wait to take your pole virginity - via a Cherry Popper class in The Club, every other Sunday @ 2pm.

M.Bodē has always had a passion for movement and dance. As a child, she enjoyed various recreational sports, including cheerleading, but it wasn’t until college that she took her first official dance classes. Over the years, M.Bodē explored disciplines like Pilates and yoga. However, it was in 2021 when Elom introduced her to Fly Club Studio that her journey with pole dancing began in earnest. Since then, M.Bodē has dedicated herself to training in heels and mastering low flow techniques, alongside freestyle improvisation and mindful pole transitions. For her, pole dancing is both a meditative practice and a creative outlet.

Now an instructor, M.Bodē aims to impart a strong foundation of skills to her students, enriching their pole movement vocabulary to better express themselves. As she continues her own pole journey, M.Bodē is committed to sharing her passion and expertise with others.

After completing two Chicago Marathons and having ten years of weightlifting experience, Kristen turned to pole dancing as a way to challenge herself. Coming into pole dance without any dance or acrobatic experience, she quickly learned how hard it is to struggle with something new but fell in love with the process. She was attracted to all the strength tricks but learned she needed to keep an open mind about dance, flow and flexibility and tries to dabble in all of the above.

Kristen believes everyone can learn something new no matter your age, gender, shape or background; you just have to start. Witnessing a classmate or student master something new is her favorite part about pole classes and she tries to bring that into her teaching. She is grateful to have the opportunity to share her passion for physical fitness with the community and hopes every student walks away from class with a little more confidence than what they came in with.

Faye discovered the art of pole dancing three years ago, quickly falling in love with its empowering nature. Not long after, she began sharing her passion by teaching others, specializing in tricks, transitions, and power pole techniques. Along her journey, Faye has embraced her confidence, constantly finding fun and flirty wats to express herself. Join her in celebrating the beauty and ferocity of pole dancing!