>1st Runner Up Advanced Lyra, Bend the Air Victoria, 2023
>Advanced winner, Airborne, 2019
Alex first came to Divas in 2018 and quickly fell in love with the classes and the community. Despite starting with almost no upper body strength and a strong fear of heights, she found that lyra was the perfect way to combine an amazing strength workout with her love of dance. She now teaches both lyra and silks, and can be found performing under her stage name “Aether”, usually wearing a bright red wig. She loves to watch her students grow in strength and confidence, whether that’s over the course of a one-hour class, or over the course of months or years.
Aerial Divas
Richmond
Reggie
Titles
>2nd Runner Up, MX Pole Dance Victoria, 2023
>1st, Richmond Pole Addiction, Advanced, 2020
>1st, Richmond Pole Addiction, Intermediate, 2019
Reggie stepped foot through the Pole Diva doors back in 2017, and she hasn’t looked back since! Her favourite thing about Pole & Aerial Divas is being a part of a community of strong, likeminded women who show up every day and give it their all - it’s what kept Reggie coming back as a student, and why she loves being an instructor! You can always count on Reggie to be your biggest cheerleader. This little pocket rocket also loves to perform, winning herself a couple sashies along the way. Why choose between pole tricks and pole dance, when you can have both!?
Want to train with Reggie online? Check her out on our online platform Divas on Demand here
Pole Divas
Richmond
Bex
I fell in love with pole because it gave me the freedom to be myself, to open up to myself and discover parts of myself on my own terms. I hope to be there to facilitate others through their experiences, whatever they may be, during our time together in class and to watch them grow and blossom.
Pole Divas
Prahran & Richmond
SOPHIE
Titles
>Sexy Minx, Prahran Pole Addiction 2019
>Finalist, Doubles, Debut Amateur Pole Competition 2019
>1st, Doubles, Richmond Aerial Addiction 2018
>Finalist, Intermediate, Unleashed 2018
Sophie started dancing at the age of 4 and studied a variety of styles including ballet, jazz and contemporary. She went on to complete a Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) in 2012 and thought of herself as a contemporary dancer - until she discovered pole in 2017 and it took over her life! She started lyra the following year to add to her aerial repertoire. In addition to her contemporary, lyra and pole experience, Sophie is also a registered yoga teacher. She loves helping her students gain alignment and anatomy awareness to get past fear and limiting beliefs, and approaches her teaching from a place of humour and with a goal to make movement fun and accessible to every body.
Pole Divas
Richmond & Point Cook
Gracie Buntine
Titles
>1st, Miss Pole Dance Australia, 2019
>1st, Professional Pole Art, Pole Theatre, 2017
>1st, Miss Pole Dance Victoria, 2017 & 2018
Gracie is a true dancer with an extensive background in ballet, jazz, hip hop, and lyrical. She has been a featured dancer in music videos and documentaries! Gracie fell in love with pole after becoming a Pole Divas student, and as a teacher she aims to help her students let go and feel sexy, feminine and powerful!
Gracie is no stranger to the pole competition scene and is known for her stand out performances and eye-catching choreography. Gracie is also an ambassador for X-Pole Australia and Pole Physics.
Want to train with Gracie online? Check her out on our online platform Divas on Demand here
Pole Divas
Richmond
Lou Landers
Titles
>2nd Runner Up, Miss Pole Dance Victoria, 2015
>1st, Miss Pole Dance Victoria, 2011
>Sponsors Choice Award, Miss Pole Dance Australia 2011/12
Lou has been with Pole Divas since 2006 and has been teaching since 2007. She has had an extensive background in dance and performing, has a diploma in performing arts and musical theatre, and Cert 3 in fitness and aerobics. Lou also did a 2-year stint with Disney's special events company overseas. Since finding pole, Lou has taught, competed, performed, and judged all over the world. She currently teaches and coaches within the Pole Divas studios. In 2021 Lou was given the role of Head Instructor for Pole Divas, overseeing recruitment, training, and team management.
Want to train with Lou online? Check her out on our online platform Divas on Demand here
Pole Divas
Richmond
SHANNON PRICKETT
Titles
>1st, Semi Pro Miss Lyra Victoria and Australian Champion 2019
>2nd Runner Up, Doubles Miss Lyra New South Wales and Australia 2019
>1st, Runner Up Semi Pro Miss Lyra Australia 2018
>1st, Doubles Miss Lyra Victoria and Australia 2018
Shannon entered the world of aerials and pole after many years of training in classical ballet and contemporary dance. Following an ankle injury, she went on to complete a health science degree and pilates instructor qualifications, teaching fitness and Pilates since 2011. It was during this time she discovered lyra, admiring the balance of grace and strength it involved. She has successfully competed in competitions such as Aerial Rising All Stars, Australian Circus Festival and Miss Lyra Australia, winning the doubles category as Gemini2 at all of these events, as well as taking the state and national title of Miss Lyra Australia as a soloist in 2019. She also became the Victorian Pole Champion in 2022, and was awarded ‘Best Technique’ at the Australian Pole Championships. Now a regular on the performing circuit, you may have seen her as an aerialist and dancer in various shows including Mansion the Experience, Shimmery Burlesque, Peek, Club Soda and Five Elements. Her goal as an instructor is to empower everyone in class to achieve skills they never dreamed possible. She is a strong believer in creating a welcoming and fun atmosphere for everyone.
Want to train with Shannon online? Check her out on our online platform Divas on Demand here
Pole & Aerial Divas
Richmond
CAROLINE
Titles
>1st, Sexy's Back 2015
>Finalist, Miss Pole Dance Victoria, 2015, 2016
>Finalist, Miss Pole Dance Australia, 2015, 2017
Since the age of 4, Caroline has been involved in numerous sports including; Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Gymnastics, Basketball, Yoga, and Taekwondo. It was after a long career of Taekwondo competition sparring which won her a Bronze Medal at the Taekwondo Commonwealth Games that she decided to hang up her Black Belt, say good bye to her national squad and take on a new challenge…pole dancing! Caroline is also an avid shoe lover and the Owner of Bling It Heels.
Want to train with Caroline online? Check her out on our online platform Divas on Demand here
Pole Divas
Richmond
CHERIE
Cherie comes from a large family of dancers; her parents being Ballroom, Latin and Line dancing, Instructors she has been dancing her whole life. Cherie discovered pole dancing in the 90’s and fell in love. She's danced around the country and even spent 6 months performing in Japan. Cherie joined Pole Divas in 2005 and works both on the stage and behind the desk as the Pole Divas Richmond Studio Manager. She always ensures everyone leaves her class with a smile on their face and sweat on their brow! As a mother of two, Cherie swears by Pole Divas Pole Power classes to shed the post-baby weight! She encourages all mums to try pole dancing!
Pole Divas
Richmond
ANNA
Titles
>FRISK Finalist 2017
>1st, Doubles, Miss Pole Dance Australia 2011
Since commencing classes as a student at Pole Divas, Anna quickly turned her lifelong love of dance and fitness into an obsession with pole dancing.
Having recently returned from maternity leave, Anna is testament to the benefits that pole dancing can bring in terms of conditioning, positive body image and self-confidence. As a qualified personal trainer, she is dedicated to not only making her classes both cheeky and fun for her students, but also ensuring correct technique and full body strengthening.
Pole Divas
Richmond & Ringwood
ANGELIQUE
Angelique began dancing at the age of three. Originally training in musical theatre, classical ballet and jazz, she fell in love with Latin American dance and became a professional competitor training and competing around the world. Angelique started pole 8 years ago and quickly progressed from student to teacher, now specialising in coaching competitive pole dancers, aerialists and circus performers who have gone to win titles in state and national competitions like Aerial All Stars, Australian Pole Championships, Miss Pole Dance Australia, Pole Theatre, Paragon & more!
Pole Divas
Richmond
HANNE GRANT
Hanne has a background in all things circus with experience on flying trapeze, silks, and lyra. She toured around Australia and New Zealand with Circus Quirkus, and finally settled in Melbourne to pursue further training. Hanne discovered pole in 2009. After a 3-year hiatus to complete her Bachelor of Circus Arts, she returned to Pole Divas to achieve her own pole goals. Hanne has a friendly and fun style which shines through in her classes! Hanne joined us as an Aerial Diva but soon fell in love with the pole for its complimentary style to aerial hoop. She now teaches both lyra and pole.
Pole & Aerial Divas
Richmond
Jessica
Titles
>Face of Australian Amateur Pole Performer, 2019
>1st, Advanced Australian Amateur Pole Performer, 2019
>1st, Advanced Australian Amateur Pole Performer - VIC Heat, 2019
>Doubles Finalist, Frisk, 2016
From the moment Jessica walked into her first pole moves class she knew she wanted to be apart of this amazing and supportive community and explore this incredible form of fitness. "I fell in love with pole dancing and it's community instantly. It's such a great all over work out that really focuses on femininity and body positivity. My favorite moment has to be when the whole class erupts in cheers and applause when one of the students finally nails their nemesis trick... so much love!" Afters taking a few years off to travel the world Jessica returned to Pole divas to rebuild her strength, flexibility and work her way up to instruct. Jess wants to share her love for pole with her students and help them fall in love with themselves, make amazing new friends and achieve things they never thought possible through this incredible form of fitness and dance.
Want to train with Jess online? Check her out on our online platform Divas on Demand here
Pole Divas
Prahran & Richmond
NICHOLA
Titles
> 1st Place, Semi-Pro, Miss Lyra Victoria 2023
> 1st Runner Up, Performance Solo, Bend The Air 2023
> 2nd Runner Up, Open Apparatus, Bent The Air 2023
> 1st Place, Showtime, Miss Lyra Australia 2022
> 1st Runner Up, Showtime, Miss Lyra Victoria 2022
> 1st Place, Advanced, Inspire Championships 2022
> 1st Runner Up, Elite, Airborne 2018
Nichola graduated with a diploma in Performing Arts in 2003 and with a wide range of talents, including Illusionist; she has since enjoyed a successful career performing across the globe. She has performed with renowned names such as Baz Luhrmann, Kanye West, John Farham, Marica Hynes, Tina Arena, ‘The Veronicas’, Rickki Lee, Kimbra and Tina Cousins. Her versatility has seen her on stage in Musical Theatre, Magical Illusions, plays, and performing at Arias and AFI awards. Not to mention appearing in countless corporate functions, film clips, variety shows and on cruise ships. She has appeared in multiple films and even dabbled in Bollywood with the feature film ‘Salaame Namaste’. Her T.V credits include being a resident dancer for channel 9, ‘Neighbours’, ‘It Takes Two’ and TVC’s for Australia and overseas. Passionate to never stop broadening her list of artistic skills Nichola began studying Lyra in 2014 and finding a deep love for the craft she became a dedicated student of Aerial Divas. A great desire to share the joy Lyra has brought to her life, saw Nichola join the Instructor team at Aerial Divas in 2019. She looks forward to inspiring passion and enjoyment in others by creating an environment where they feel supported, challenged, and empowered.
Want to train with Nichola online? Check her out on our online platform Divas on Demand here
Pole & Aerial Divas
Mornington & Richmond
RISAKO
Titles
>Miss Lyra Finalist 2017
>Miss Lyra SA 2019 Advanced 1st Place
>Bend The Air VIC 2022 Advanced 1st Place
>Miss Lyra VIC 2022 Semi-Pro 2nd Place
I first started aerial hoop in 2016, fell in love with aerial and have since branched out to trapeze and silks; A legit aerial addict. Other than aerial, I’m also very passionate about active flexibility. I cannot wait to share my passion and knowledge to all my students and follow them along their aerial journey
