OUR STUDIO POLICIES

 

Registration Policy

By creating a profile and registering for classes, courses, and privates, you are agreeing to all policies, terms and conditions set by Beautiful Bodies Fitness, now and in the future. This includes, but is not limited to, membership agreements, terms of service, waiver of liability release, late cancel policies, and scheduling requirements.

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Cancellation Policy

Beautiful Bodies has a 12 hour cancellation policy. Early Cancel: Canceling or rescheduling your class 12 hours or more before your class start time results in no penalty. Late Cancel: If you cancel within 12 hours of your class start time, you will be charged the full amount of the class (no refunds will be made). If you purchased a class pass, course, or have a monthly membership, 1 class will be lost. No Shows: Anyone who does not show up for their scheduled class without notification results in the loss of that class and an additional $30 fee (as we are unable to fill your spot electronically or manually due to the lack of notification).

 

NO refunds or transfers to other students can be made on any services offered. However, services can be rescheduled BEFORE the late cancellation policy goes into effect. It is your responsibility to be aware of the expiration date of any class pass or monthly membership that you have purchased. The expiration date will not be extended. There are NO refunds available on any of our class passes, monthly memberships, private lessons, or courses.

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Late Arrival Policy

Pole dance fitness, acrobatics, dance, and flexibility classes all incorporate full body exercise, and warming up properly is very critical. If you are more than 5 minutes late to class, for your safety, you will not be able to participate. If you do fall in this category, then you will have to reschedule and the cancellation policy will apply. We recommend arriving to class at least 5 minutes before the scheduled class time. If you know that you will be unable to stay for the full length of the class, we ask that you reschedule your class time to a day and time where you can dedicate yourself to the full 60 or 75 minutes. 

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Low Registration Policy

If there is only 1 student signed up in a class 1 hour before class starts, the instructor/owner will personally ask students to switch to another time (if applicable). If switching times does not apply to that day, the class will be canceled (with no penalty) and a catch-up pass will be credited back to your account to be used for another class.

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Monthly Membership Cancellation Policy

Those with a monthly membership, if at any point you need to cancel or suspend your monthly membership and automatic payment, please fill out our cancellation/suspension form more than 10 days before the next scheduled payment occurs. You can submit this form via email at beautifulbodiesaz@gmail.com or in person at the studio. If Beautiful Bodies is notified in writing within 10 days of the next auto payment date, there will be one more monthly payment cycle charged and no refunds given.

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Age Policy

Adults ages 16+ are responsible to read, understand, and sign our waiver of release. Adults may take any offered class on our schedule. Our youth, under 16 are welcome to enroll in private lessons and must have written permission from a parent or guardian; as well as their signature on our waiver form.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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What do I wear or bring to class?

For pole fitness classes: we recommend that you wear shorts and a tight fitted tank top and sports bra. We need as much skin as possible to be able to grip the pole with our legs, arms, and sides. Nonetheless, we do want you to feel comfortable! Just be aware that leggings and long sleeve tops lead to a lack of grip. We are barefoot in pole fitness classes

For pole dance technique and sensuality classes: heels (with straps) are acceptable in pole sensuality classes. In dance technique, we recommend socks. For both classes wear shorts and leggings. Depending on the instructor's choreography, you may need one over the other.

For dance choreography/technique and acrobatics classes: we recommend you wear leggings or shorts, as well as a sports bra, and bring socks and water.

For flexibility, yoga, and strength training classes: we require a yoga mat and water. We recommend yoga blocks and straps for flexibility and yoga classes. You can choose to wear shorts or leggings. Please bring your own towel if you sweat a lot.

 

For your safety, and the safety of other students, NO LOTION is to be worn at least 24 hours before a pole class. Since we live in Arizona, where it is dry, we recommend ALOE VERA GEL as an alternative body moisturizer. CETAPHIL is a great lotion you can wear 24 hours or more before pole class to moisturize your skin quickly and help allow you to better stick to the pole; but please wash the lotion off the palms of your hands to allow for better hand grip in class. Also, NO jewelry (rings or bracelets). These scratch the surface of the poles.

**Undergarments alone are not acceptable attire.**

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Are there any constrictions to participating in pole or handstands?

Although pole is exciting, you should not participate in this sport unless you are considered in good health by your health care provider. Some conditions that cause a conflict with pole and handstands are: pregnancy, C-section recovery, extreme vertigo, and glaucoma. For pregnancy and C-section recovery: unless you have consistently participated in these activities, we ask that you wait until the end of your pregnancy to try pole or handstands. We will be here after your have your baby, have healed properly, and are cleared to do exercise. For extreme vertigo: you are more than welcome to try, however, it may be a challenge due to extreme sensitivity to movement. Please communicate this with your instructor. For those with glaucoma: inverting (or going upside down) can put strain on the inner-ocular pressure of the eye, and has been determined unsafe by medical professionals. If you have this condition, please let your instructor know and they can give you skills to do where you are only upright.

   

Do I need dance experience in order to pole dance? 

Absolutely not. You will learn everything you need to in our classes. Pole dance fitness is a sport (an art form) that incorporates gymnastics, dance, yoga, pilates and overall athleticism to enhance health and fitness. 

 

Is pole dance fitness safe? 

Just in any sport or physical activity, there is always an element of risk. When you first begin your pole dance journey, you will likely experience bruises (we call them pole kisses). As you come more consistently, your skin will become accustomed to the pole, and the bruises will become less, to non-existent. You will also form callouses on your hands and experience sore muscles. It is important to listen to your body and take proper actions to rest and recover; such as taking epsom salt baths, stretching, resting, and staying hydrated.

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I do not have upper body strength. Will this be an issue?

In all of our classes, we focus on building strength overall. With more practice and consistency, you will gain strength and stability in your upper body, core, lower body, and everywhere else in between. All of our offered classes focus on strength, stability, endurance, balance, and coordination.

 

I am not flexible. Do we focus on flexibility? 

No matter your flexibility level, we offer focused flexibility classes. We also begin and end each class with stretching. Just as building strength takes time, so does flexibility, so just enjoy the process. Our flexibility classes focus on lengthening the muscles, tendons and ligaments and actively engaging the small muscles that we often do not use on a regular basis. We will cover elements of both active and passive flexibility in this class.

We also offer yoga classes to deepen our mind-body connection. In each yoga class, we will increase strength and our range of motion, and prevent injuries.

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I am heavier than I would like to be. Is pole dance fitness for me? 

Pole dance fitness is a sport that anyone can participate in. During your pole journey, you will notice an increase in muscle definition and naturally, body slimming. During each class, your whole body is being challenged, as well as your cardio vascular health. And the best part is, you have so much fun while you build confidence and become stronger! 

 

Can men participate in classes?

 Men have a natural advantage and ability to excel in pole dance fitness. Men are always welcome to join our Beautiful Bodies community and participate in ALL offered classes, courses, and private lessons. 

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I have previous pole dance experience, do I have to start in a beginner class? 

We require that everyone begins in our pole fitness 1 class or the beginner course, even if you have previous experience. This is for your safety, the safety of others and the instructor's. We need to accurately assess you in order to place you in the level that best fits your current degree of fitness and experience.

 

Where do I sign up for classes? Can I just drop in?

We ask students to register for classes, privates, courses, and special events online. Due to limited class availability, we do not accept walk-ins. You can sign up online up to 30 minutes before class start time.

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Am I allowed to watch class rather than participate?

We do not allow anyone to observe classes. We want our students to feel comfortable as they practice, dance, and enjoy their time with us. This is strictly enforced. We also do not allow children to watch if they are not registered in a class. We do not offer childcare at this time. Bringing an unattended child to class will result in an immediate denial of entry to class without a refund.

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I want to purchase a home pole. Where is the best place to purchase a pole?

Beautiful Bodies is a distributor for Lupit Pole. They are currently the best pole company, with phenomenal customer service. Poles also arrive very quickly after ordering. Use our studio discount code for 10% off your order: beautiful123. If you need any help ordering your pole, please ask Bree for help. 

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*Beautiful Bodies Fitness reserves the right to refuse service to ANYONE.