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Welcome to The Home of Philadelphia's Finest Exotic Dance Instruction

About ETC. Dance Studios

At ETC. Dance, we are dedicated to providing the absolute best in individualized exotic dance instruction. We pride ourselves in progressing each student at a safe and sustainable pace that is good for them, and we respect that no two students are quite the same. Every lesson is custom tailored specifically to each student, to ensure that we are always training safe, and effective.

Everybody is accepted at ETC. We have students of every shape, size, and lifestyle, ANYONE can work the pole! Pole dancing requires upper and lower body strength, coordination, flexibility, and grace, all of which you will improve in every class!

In a Nutshell

  1. ETC Dance is an alternative dance studio specializing in quality pole/chair dance instruction and pole/chair dance parties
  2. Our studio is located in center-city within the Painted Bride Art Center at 230 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA
  3. We give away tons of free classes
  4. We cost less, and deliver more because we're small and efficient
  5. We believe in safety and maintaining our top-notch equipment
  6. We're totally cool people who celebrate diversity, art, and self-expression

Contact Information and Location

Pricing

Weekly Class Prices

  • $10.00 per class (limited time offer!)
  • $50.00 per month unlimited

Private Lessons Prices

  • $75.00/ 1-1/2 hour session ONE PERSON
  • $25.00 per extra person

Party Pricing

  • $150.00 for ONE HOUR @ ETC.
  • $250.00 for TWO HOURS @ ETC.
  • $150.00 + Travel fee for ONE HOUR YOUR LOCATION
  • $250.00 + Travel fee for TWO HOUR YOUR LOCATION
  • Call or email for travel fees, and pricing for 3 hour + parties.

Safety First

At ETC., we really care about our students, so we make it our #1 priority to ensure your safety at every level.

  • All classes begin with a conditioning warm-up that focuses on strengthening your muscles safely and effectively
  • All classes end with a cool-down period to ensure that you leave safely while feeling refreshed and ready for the rest of your day
  • All equipment is inspected and tested before and after EVERY CLASS.

Free Classes Like Whoa

  • Your class is always free when you bring a new student with you!
  • 1 FREE class for all new students that have taken a pole dance class in Philadelphia before! (See the difference with us!)

Class Types

Weekly Classes

All of our weekly classes are general Pole and Exotic Dance lessons. Each class is for any level and includes a 10 minute warm-up & conditioning, followed by individual instruction according to level, and concluded with a 10 minute cool-down for your muscles.

In each class your instructor will touch on pole tricks and transitions, sensual body movement, along with floor work and overall performance techniques.

Private Lessons

Private lessons are available by appointment, and are great for one on one instruction or as a group. You can book a lesson for basic instruction, specialized training, or choreographed routines.

  • All private lessons must be booked in advance and require a deposit.

Group Parties

This is a great opportunity to try something new with all of your friends! Perfect for Birthday, Bachelorette, or Girls Night Out events or any special occasion that fits you! Private Parties offer a friendly introduction to pole and exotic dance, they can be booked at our location, or in your very own home!

We also offer optional services including food & drinks, Professional photography packages, and entertainment services (even male or female dancers!) If you'd like to host at your location we have portable poles available upon request. Book a party for you and your friends today and experience the empowerment of dance!

  • All parties must be booked in advance and require a deposit.

Pole-Etiquette

You should

  • arrive to class on time
  • bring a pair of shorts

You should NOT

  • wear any lotions or oils

You may

  • bring heels, but they are optional