Team – Catwoman Pole Academy

Vita

CEO & Instructor

Vita is the founder and CEO of Catwoman Pole Academy in Boulder, CO and Charlotte, NC. She is a winner of Pole Sport Competition and member of US Aerial Federation. Vita has been working as fitness, flexibility, and mindset coach since 2014. After she retired from her powerlifting career (she is former World Champion) , Vita was introduced to pole dancing and knew instantly that she had found her new passion. Now Vita helps people to express themselves, stay fit and reach new hights through the art of movement as pole dance. Vita believes that people have ability to learn everything they want with proper training, everyone can become an amazing pole dancer. When she’s not in the studio, you can find Vita out exploring, hiking, and soaking up nature, or just curled up with a good book.

Kelsey

Manager & Instructor

The first pole class Kelsey took was love at first dance. Kelsey teaches, choreographs, and has been in multiple performances and competitions. She is yoga certified, and has successfully completed a variety of workshops in the pole/aerial community. She will make you explore different parts of your body with the emotion of feeling. Pole dancing can be anything you want it to be, and Kelsey will help you explore how it speaks to your body and mind while getting in a great workout!

Melissa

Instructor

Melissa brings a soft-but-confident energy to the pole – flexy, teasing, and always aiming for buttery movement. She loves deep R&B vibes, blue tones, and a good chrome heel moment, and you’ll often catch her working toward a broken split with full belief that it will happen (even if it feels impossible at first).

Her classes are open, welcoming, and filled with playful cues and encouragement. Melissa believes that confidence grows through movement, patience, and trusting yourself – sometimes a little more than logic allows 😉

Mark

Instructor

Mark has been a student of yoga for the past ten years and had the opportunity to practice and learn alongside some of the best teachers in the yoga community. Yoga began for Mark at a fitness event at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver, Colorado. The amphitheater was full of people, and most of them were smiling and happy and this was after an hour of yoga in the July heat. At this moment Mark thought, “I want that. I want to be smiling like that all day.”

Mark’s pole fitness journey began in 2020. He was invited to beginner pole class by a close friend, and from the first moment on the pole, he was hooked. Soon he was amazed by the effect pole fitness had on his body. He noticed quickly how his yoga practice helped him with pole. He also discovered that he loved pole pancing too. He earned his 200-hour yoga teaching certification from the Samudra School of Living Yoga in 2019. It is his yogic philosophy that yoga should be fun and empowering.

Dahlia

Instructor

Dahlia brings a bold, playful energy to the pole – sexy, slinky, and just a little savage. Known for her signature snake-down to the floor from a handstand crucifix, she combines strength with fluidity and makes even challenging movement feel approachable.

She loves all things purple, pink drinks, and dancing to Manchild on repeat. With a background in synchronized swimming, Dahlia has a deep understanding of body control, timing, and flow – and she brings that awareness into every class she teaches.

Her classes are fun, accessible, and welcoming, designed to meet you exactly where you are. Her message to students is simple and honest: you are perfect the way you are. Don’t wait to try something new – the time is now.

Keely

Instructor

Keely is strong, bubbly, and the ultimate pole mom – the kind of instructor who cheers you on, spots you when you need it, and reminds you that progress matters more than perfection. Her signature move is the butterfly (always the butterfly), and her classes are full of encouragement, laughter, and steady growth.

She brings bright pink energy, caring presence that makes students feel safe to try, fall, and try again. Off the pole, Keely loves being outdoors, hiking, and spotting beneficial herbs in the wild – a skill that mirrors how she teaches: attentive, supportive, and tuned in. When class is over, you’ll find her unwinding with family movie nights and a bowl of Muddy Buddies.

Her message to students is simple and real: we’re not chasing perfection – we’re celebrating progress.

Mickey

Instructor

Mickey has a background in competitive gymnastics, competitive ballroom dancing, and running ultramarathons. When she was first introduced to pole in 2021, she immediately fell in love and knew this was going to become part of her identity. She loves the combination of strength and grace that she finds with pole and the community that comes with it. Since starting pole she has found a love for all aerial apparatuses, but especially fly pole. When she’s not training, performing, or teaching, Mickey enjoys hiking, running, and spending time with her dogs and partner.

Alaska

Instructor

Alaska Picard is a talented and passionate individual who has called Colorado home for her entire life. From a young age, she dedicated herself to the art of dance, honing her skills and immersing herself in the world of movement. Graduating with double majors in both psychology and dance, Alaska possesses a deep understanding of the human mind and the power of physical expression. Since the age of 16, she has been captivated by aerial and pole dancing, spending countless hours perfecting her craft. With almost three years of teaching experience under her belt, Alaska not only excels in her own practice but also delights in sharing her love for movement with others. While she finds joy in various forms of movement art, sling holds a special place in her heart. Alaska’s incredible talents have led her to perform professionally throughout Colorado, collaborating with esteemed companies like Equinox Entertainment and Luxe Entertainment.

Cass

Instructor

Cassandre is a performance artist, scholar, performer, and choreographer. ‘Cass’ is a passionate and detail-oriented pole/aerial dance performer with 10 years of teaching experience and 20 years of performance experience. She is ever-exploring a multitude of styles and well-versed in a variety of apparatuses, yet she keeps a particular affection toward improvisational dance. She interweaves her art with emotional intention, her knowledge of anatomy/physiology, and her passion for empowering people through pole/aerial dancing.

“I am really looking forward to joining the Catwoman studio, getting to know the instructors and clients that make it so special! Let’s strengthen our mind, body, & soul through pole dancing.”

Raya

Instructor

Raya has over 20 years of combined experience as a gymnast, springboard diver, and pole dancer and has competed at state, regional, and national levels. She has taught diverse forms of movement and acrobatics for years and is passionate about the ways these outlets unlock self-expression, artistry, and partnership with the body. Raya is excited to help you develop your skills and technique, build self-confidence, and show up more powerfully and embodied.

Taylor

Instructor

Taylor is a kind and patient instructor with a desire to make her students feel comfortable and supported in class. She has been a movement enthusiast for over a decade with a heavy yoga background and her 200 HR YTT. However, she found more creative freedom with her pole practice and mainly focuses on spin pole flow and transitions to create seamless combos. Music is an essential piece for her so there will be no shortage of melodic playlists for you to move and express yourself to. Her main intention is to provide a safe and supportive space for you to come learn and play.

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