Rachel has been taking to the air since 2016, teaching since 2024, and joined The Pole Shed team in 2026 to bring more Silks to the studio. She was first inspired by friends who loved aerial, and was hooked by the physical challenge, the creative freedom and the brilliant community of new friends it brought her. The worry Rachel hears most from new students is that they're not strong or flexible enough. Her answer? Every student she's ever taught has enjoyed making progress at their own level. For Rachel, aerial is about so much more than strength and flexibility. It's about community, creativity, laughter and support. Outside the studio, Rachel is a primary school teacher and a mum, so she knows a thing or two about making people feel at ease and finding time for yourself. Teaching style: Adaptive, supportive, enthusiastic What she wants every first-timer to know: Aerial is the perfect escape from your everyday Quick fire with Rachel Morning or evening class? Any time of day, she just loves aerial Music volume? Full blast Pre-session fuel? A high protein meal and lots of water Guilty pleasure? Chocolate every night

Caitlin has been part of The Pole Shed family for nearly four years, and in 2026 she stepped up to teach in the place where she learnt so much. She'd always wanted to give Lyra a go, and once she walked through our doors, the warmth and friendliness of the people here meant she never looked back. She knows exactly how it feels to be new. Caitlin remembers worrying about not getting a move or looking silly, and what got her through was instructors who encouraged her to try, fail and try again, laughing all the way. That's the energy she brings to her own classes. Away from the studio, Caitlin is a Biomedical Scientist with a real passion for nutrition and all things biochemistry, so if you've got a question about fuelling your training, she's your girl. For Caitlin, becoming an instructor is a dream come true, and she can't wait to give back some of what she's gained from being part of this incredible community. Teaching style: Encouraging, energetic, fun What she wants every first-timer to know: It's the most supportive community you'll find Quick fire with Caitlin Morning or evening class? Evening! Music volume? Full blast Pre-session fuel? Toast Guilty pleasure? Chocolate, and lots of it

I’ve been dancing since I was a kid when I did modern and contemporary dance. I then studied performing arts at sixth form majoring in dance (you’d know why if you heard me sing lol). I then didn’t do any formal dance lessons until 2008 when I started to learn bellydance and became hooked on the variety and expression that it provides. What I didn’t expect was the body acceptance that I found in bellydance and have gone from hating my then comparatively thin body to loving it whatever size it is. Most recently I’ve been dancing in a tribal fusion trio called Shani and we usually dance to non-traditional bellydance music such as rock or alternative music. We love to design crazy costumes to wear on stage. Bellydance is expressive and inclusive and a really good low impact cardio workout.

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Sophie is an aerial lyra instructor here at the pole shed. Sophie has been training in aerial hoop for nearly 10 years, after moaning to a friend that she was unflexible and struggled to touch her toes, she was encouraged to give aerial hoop a try and has been addicted since.

What to expect from my class? Fun moves, work towards achieving your goals, some cheesy 90s background music and encouragement to record your aerial journey because you never know where it can take you and what matters is the journey not the destination:)

Luke has been performing and teaching aerial rope and aerial silks for over 10 years now and enjoy bringing a fun and informative style to his sessions. Luke has experience teaching people of all skill levels, ages and backgrounds and loves sharing his passion. Luke is also a qualified meditation teacher with experience in a number of techniques including mindfulness, yoga nidra, sound therapy, transcendental and concentration meditation.

Lauren is a complete powerhouse of a poler. She works hard to research what her body needs in order to get the best out of her performances as Magdalene Sin, and now wants to pass all of that on to you. Magdalene Sin is a pole dancer of 7 years and a professional performer of 1 year. Creating choreographies is one of her passions and having performed for Torture Garden, Sexquisite and others, Sin recognises what is crucial for when it comes to stamina, strength and skill all whilst serving face and sass.

Hi, I’m Kerry and I’m super excited to be joining the fabulous team of pole instructors at the Shed. I started pole back in 2015 and quickly fell in love with being upside down. Over the years, I’ve tried many of the aerial apparatuses too, but for me it’s always been pole. I trained as an instructor in 2022 and can’t wait to share my love of knee-grippy moves with you all!

I’ve been training at The Pole Shed for 4 years. In that time I’ve tried it all! I decided to try a straps workshop and it was game over. I fell in love instantly. Straps is tough but with a little bit of consistency you will develop skills, technique and strength in no time!"

I have been chair dancing for 7 years and just love the amazing feeling it ignites inside of you. Along side chair I also adore pole and am extremely excited to soon be combining my two loves of chair and pole together, watch this space...

Jo is one of our aerial hoop instructors. She is a performing aerialist and hula hooper and travels up and down the country performing for amazing crowds! She is also the Author of an book called Play

Clara teaches Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Pole,Pole Flow Intermediate Flow AND Flex Appeal - phew! Clara is originally from Barcelona however she moved here in 2015 and currently works as a scientist. 2 equally awesome jobs right?

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Amy is a Level 3 certified Pilates Teacher [BA1] and has been part of The Pole Shed community since 2020. Amy teaches Pilates on the mat and reformer, as well as Aerial Yoga. Amy’s movement journey has taken her across Southeast Asia and the East Coast of Australia, exploring a variety of teaching styles and cultural approaches. These experiences shape her classes, blending strength, flow, and mindfulness in ways that are both grounding and uplifting.

Coming from a background in weight lifting and running, movement has always played a huge role in supporting my physical and mental wellbeing. Discovering Pilates and reformer shifted how I connect with my body, combining strength, control, and intention. I’m passionate about teaching and love seeing clients’ confidence blossom as they build strength, move with purpose, and genuinely enjoy movement

Pole fitness has helped me build confidence & strength I didn’t even know I had! Mastering new tricks & improving my skills has instilled a sense of accomplishment that extends way beyond the studio. I am excited to have the opportunity to teach at the pole shed & share my love for pole because I believe in the transformative power it holds, both physically & mentally. Having experienced the incredible benefits myself, I am passionate about sharing that journey with others! I want to create an inclusive environment where students can feel empowered, confident & inspired to push their limits.

Emma is the founder of The Pole Shed and loves nothing more than finding new ways to be upside down. Whilst Pole will always be her first love she is also certified to teach Aerial Hoop, Hammock, Trapeze, Aerial Yoga, and more. She loves strength and conditioning work in all it's guises. When she is not teaching you will find Emma on the Straps or Rope in classes.