Emily Wu's Pole Dance Video

Emily Wu's Pole Dance Performance

Are you ready to take your Pole Dance Performance to the next level?  Check out our schedule to reserve a class with Emily Wu today at www.evolvedancestudio.com or call 323.230.9605.

Sasja's Pole Play After Class!!

Annemarie Davies Lap Dance 101

Ready to get some sexy or learn some new tantalizing, seductive moves?  We've got you!!

Get started now!!  Call to arrange your First Complimentary Class 323.230.9605 or visit us on the web at www.evolvedancestudio.com.

Belly Dance Your Way To A Sexy Body

Belly Dance Your Way To A Sexy Body

A belly dance exercise class is a total body workout with real calorie burning benefits. You get the benefits of a cardio, sculpting and stretching workout while having a great time! A fantastic alternative fitness option, belly dancing gives us a chance to experience ancient dance forms with a fused and modern twist.

Evolve's Belly Dance Class Instructor Rosalba

When we hear the term 'Belly Dance' we may think of ancient times and a dance performed purely to entertain men. All that has changed in recent years and in the West it has become a fantastic form of exercise we can use to tone and sculpt our bodies while having fun!

Check out Evolve's Belly Dance Instructor Rosalba teach Ellen to Belly Dance below!!

When the French first saw the dance they called it the Danse Du Ventre. This translates as 'dance of the abdomen' and hundreds of years later it was the American GI's who translated the French expression into "The Belly Dance." It's origins can be traced back as far as 4,000 BC and when you take part in a class you get a real sense of the magic of the past in the hypnotic moves and rhythms.

The benefits of belly dance are both physical and mental. It helps to improve your sense of well being and body image and increases self esteem. Taking part in sessions regularly will slim your body into a beautiful, sexy shape and there is no risk of strain or injury as the movements are natural and graceful. You will also find it helps to de-stress and energize your entire body  you will leave a class with more energy than when you arrive!

Belly Dance Classes in Los Angeles

This ancient dance will put you in touch with your sensual feminine nature with graceful movements and hypnotic music. As well as the fitness and physical benefits you will get a sense of ancient cultures. Some classes also use Bollywood beats and music and this can increase the tempo and bring a more modern angle to the belly dance.

Are you ready to learn to shimmy, shake and dip while simultaneously toning your body?  Schedule Your Belly Dance Class Now!
You may view our website here or contact us at 323.230.9605 for more info on our other classes like Pole Dance and Zumba.


Do you currently Belly Dance, How has it changed your life? Please leave your comments, we wanna know!!!

What Is Zumba?

What Is Zumba?

Zumba Fitness is a Latin-inspired calorie burning dance exercise. It isn't difficult to find Zumba classes in Los Angeles, it's taught regularly at Evolve Dance Studio.  Where the classes have an exhilarating party atmosphere, are easy to follow and fantastic for toning and sculpting. Once you get into the swing you won't even remember you are exercising as it's so much fun!

Zumba Fitness Classes in Los Angeles

Controlling our body weight and improving our general health is something we all can recognize the value of and want to benefit from. But what's the best way to do it? And ideally what's the best way to tone and sculpt our bodies and achieve the sexy body we deserve?  Zumba is the perfect total body workout, for women and men alike.  It is a total body workout that really amps up your endurance, with it's fast paced sequences.

When we think of trips to the gym it's often boredom and repetition which puts us of. Endlessly running on a treadmill or trudging on a cross-trainer or exercise bike. At best we might have some music or be able to watch a screen for some entertainment. With Zumba classes it's totally different! The party atmosphere doesn't feel like an exercise class and you'll find you look forward to classes and won't want to miss them!

Zumba is far more than a dance class it's dance based aerobic fitness class which will give you an all over body workout. The benefits for calorie burning and body sculpting are fantastic and at the same time you are learning basic steps from dances such as the Cha Cha, Salsa and Merengue. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats and the music creates a real energy in the classes.

Zumba Classes For Women and Men in Los Angeles

It's amazing how the fitness industry has evolved over the years and it now recognises that people don't just want the benefits of exercise, they want to enjoy it as they're doing it! Remember 'step classes' which most gyms offered a few years ago? Yes they had calorie burning and weight loss benefits but they were so boring and repetitive even the best instructors struggled to make them fun! Alternative fitness classes like Zumba have changed all that and as well as enjoying the dance rhythms and music during a class you leave feeling totally invigorated and energized.

For some years now forward thinking exercise gurus have recognized that dancing is a better way to get fit than traditional exercises like weight training and running. It's not just the fact that dance based classed like Zumba will exercise and tone your entire body. Because they are so enjoyable and give you a sense of total well being you are far more likely to attend regularly and see long term benefits.

Are you ready to burn 500-1000 calories per session?   Click Here To Schedule Your Class Today or Call 323.230.9605 for more information.

Check out our other classes at Evolve Dance Studio!

Slinky Silk Aerial Tissu Workshop with Leigh Acosta Oct 23rd, 2011

We are excited to announce our Silks Aerial Tissu Workshop with Leigh Acosta October 23, 2011 3:30-5pm.

Those of you that are new to Aerial Arts may say what the heck is Aerial Silks or Tissu?  Here's the skinny, Aerial Silks, also known as Tissu, is a circus apparatus from which the performer does death-defying aerial acrobatics while hanging from fabric.  The fabric used for aerial silk are very strong with some give and flexibility, think stretchy lycra.  The fabrics are really long, so it can be doubled for rigging, giving the acrobat two strips of fabric to work with as he or she performs drops, contortions and maneuvers while wrapped in two pieces of fabric suspended high in the air. 

Leigh Acosta Aerial Silk Tissu Performance

With Aerial Silk there are three general types of tricks performed~climbs, wraps and drops. Climbs employed by aerialists range from purely practical and efficient, such as the French climb, to athletic and elegant tricks of their own, such as the straddle climb. Wraps are static poses where aerialists wrap the silks around one or more parts of their body. Foot locks are a sub-category of wraps where the silks are wrapped around one or both feet. In a drop, performers wrap themselves up high on the silks before falling to a lower position. Drops can combine aspects of free fall, rolling or otherwise rotating oneself before landing in a new pose.

Leigh Acosta Aerial Silk Tissu

Join us October 23rd from 3:30-5pm for our Introductory to Aerial Silk/Tissu Workshop to learn the basics of Silks (Tissu). You'll warm up with conditioning moves to help prepare you for wraps and single foot locks which lead into the elegant poses.   This is for Beginners to Silk/Tissu, No advanced moves will be shown in this workshop.

Are you a current pole dancer looking to add another aerial art to repertoire?  Or, have you just begun Aerial Silk and love it? Let us know what you love about Tissu? Leave your comments below, we wanna know!

Don't miss out this workshop is limited to 6 people!

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Move over Flax Seed, Chia's The New Kid In Town!!!

What are Organic Chia Seeds?

Chia Seeds brings jaw-dropping numbers of unsurpassed nutrition along with amazing health benefits. It is certainly a convenient way to improve your health, feel better about yourself, and make the most out of life. With over 27 key nutrients, Chia seeds contain six times more calcium than milk does. It also comes with 100% more Omega-3 nutrients than salmon as well as 41% of your overall daily fiber needs. For only forty-one calories in a single serving of Chia seeds, when it comes to monitoring your daily nutrition, there is no guesswork.

Check out some of these amazing nutrition facts Chia Seeds have over other health powerhouses!
The vast chia seeds benefits include increased energy levels, improved digestion, and better complexion. It can also tone your muscles, boost your mental sharpness, and allow you to sleep better at night. Chia is certainly the most convenient supplement that you can use to make sure that your body is getting all the nutrients it needs.

Organic chia seed is also perfect for those who are too busy to monitor their daily nutritional intake. If you want to stay healthy but you do not have enough time to prepare nutritious meals, all you need to do is add a teaspoon of organic chia seed to your favorite morning cereal. After eating your cereals, you can already face another hectic day with a rejuvenating smile on your face.

The best thing about organic chia seeds is that it is suitable for men, women, and even children. Those who wish to boost their energy levels, improve their digestive function, maintain their muscle mass, and enhance their overall health will greatly benefit from this ultimate super-food as well.

How Did Chia Seeds Become a Hit Around the Globe?

Organic chia seeds continue to stand out from other health supplements because it exhibits extraordinary nutritional value. Every tiny seed is packed with essential nutrients, which makes it convenient for increasing daily nutrition. According to the nutritional database of the USDA, Chia contains approximately 31% fat, 16% protein, and 44% of carbohydrate with 38% of fiber.
A majority of its healthy fat content also comes from omega-3 fatty acids, which refer to essential amino acids known as ALA. Although one tablespoon of Chia seeds only contains 50 to 70 calories, it remains as an excellent source of essential minerals, vitamins, fatty acids, and amino acids.

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Organic chia seeds also became popular because it is a fantastic source of cholesterol-free proteins. Packed with complete vegetable proteins, Chia seeds contain over 9 essential amino acids so they were able to get an impressive score of 115 out of 100 in terms of protein quality. They do not contain any trace of cholesterol, which makes them perfect supplements for people who are looking for food items that are friendly to the heart. All of these proteins also make them the most satisfying protein snack in the market.

Unlike other super-foods, Chia seeds do not need grinding and they do not rot like flax seeds. If you have always been a busy bee, getting all the essential nutrients and fatty acids from your diet will no longer be a problem now that Digestive Science Organic Chia Seed is already available. You can easily add it to any meal because it is nearly tasteless and it will not affect the consistency of your food.
Unlike flax seeds, Chia seeds have a very gentle flavor so they will never overpower the taste of your favorite meals. They are almost tasteless so they can easily blend into any meal you have in mind. You can either turn them into a soft gel by combining them with liquid or heat the seeds before adding them to soups, sauces, pastries, and the likes. Heat will not affect their nutritional value but you should certainly avoid exposing them to extremely high heat.

Sprinkle Chia seeds on salads, include them in your dipping sauces or salad dressings, throw them in stews, and bake them in pastries. Spread them on toast or blend them into your favorite fruit shake. When it comes to incorporating Chia seeds into your diet, just use your imagination, as you can serve them in seconds. They also have an impressive shelf life so you can store them as long as you want to.
Finally, organic chia seeds contain a great deal of fiber, two tablespoons of organic chia seed contains 10.3 grams of soluble and insoluble fiber, which is nearly 42% of the amount of fiber you need to consume daily. That number is also equivalent to three to four times more fiber than the amount you will get from expensive fiber supplements.

California Pole Dance Championship 2011

California Pole Dance Championship 2011

2011 California Pole Dance Championship 2011

California Pole Dance Championship 2011

California is the home of some of the most talented pole dancers in the world.  The California Pole Dance Championship brings together the top 14 of these high skilled athletes to compete for the coveted CPDC Championship title.  The competition will showcase each competitors unique artistic style, extreme athleticism, and intense passion for the art of pole dance.

The 2011 Competition will be held September 25th at The Highlands in Hollywood

Aerial Pole Dance is the most rapidly growing sport, not only in the US, but in the world.  The California Pole Dance Championship is in it's third year and with each year the intense talent and incredible skill of the performers selected to compete elevates to a level that surpasses even the highest expectations.  Last year's stage had some of the most amazing performances ever seen in the world of pole dance.  There is no doubt the 2011 competition will be even more explosive and exciting to watch.

In addition to the fierce competition to see who is reigned the champion, the performers set to take the stage will mesmerize with their performances.  Check out their bios and get a glimpse of their performance style.  Don't forget to come visit our Evolve's Vendor table at the championship, we will have fabulous special offers for our pole dance classes!


Click Here To See Jenyne Butterfly's Titles and Video

 Click Here To See Becca's Titles and Video













 Click Here To See Alethea's Titles and Video

Click Here To See Natasha's Titles and Video

Click Here To See Timber's Titles and Video















Who are you most excited to see compete or perform?  Please leave your comments below!  See ya September 25th!

Tips On What to Expect from the First Pole Dance Class?

Pole dancing is quickly becoming the hottest new trend in fitness today. It is easy to see why because those that go through the learning process are going to feel and look much better. We can compare the workout that you gain from a pole dancing class with that of any cardiovascular workout in any sport. The added advantage stands in the fact that you will also increase strength and tone your body while burning many more calories than you would expect. In fact, most women that have started pole dancing are surprised to see how fast they are burning calories and do not notice the weight loss until it is highly visible due to the speed at which it happens.



There are many women that are not confident with how they look and this might be a problem. We all know that the best grip on the pole is done when you are using your skin. In all pole dance classes you will need to keep your arms and legs as clothes free as possible. This is because many moves will not be done at all if you wear clothes that cover these areas. Wear clothing that is close fitting, like yoga tanks, capris or shorts. Make sure not to wear any oils or lotions, as they will cause you to slip and are very dangerous. You may dance with your bare feet or with Pole Dance Stilettos/Stripper Shoes.



There are also some classes that demand that you are going to utilize pole dancing shoes but this is not a necessity in most of them.

Another thing that you can expect from your first pole dance class is sweating a lot and being faced with a tremendous workout. It is recommended that you only go to pole dance classes 2 to 3 days per week in the beginning. You will immediately see why in the second day after the first pole dance class. Your entire body is going to ache as your muscles are going to be used a lot. Muscles you never knew existed!

Even the simple pole dancing moves can offer a great full body workout. We highly recommend pole dancing if you are looking for a great fitness experience and in the event that you want to improve your strength, flexibility, sensuality, balance, coordination and have fun. You will always have fun from the first pole dance class to the next one. Also, the entire class is going to be filled with women just like you. Evolve is a non-threatening environment, it is really easy to make new friends and socialize.

Mina and Nadia's Bi Polar Pole Dance Performance at Girls Next Door

Check out Mina and Nadia's Bi Polar Performance at Kelly Yvonne's "Girl Next Door".
Mina and Nadia are the current East Meets West Champions!



Stay tuned we will have more information on this years "Girls Next Door" performances!

Intermediate/Advanced Pole Performance Class with Annemarie Davies will give students a chance to combine the variety of classes they take into one. Students will have the opportunity to create routines, shows and learn how to improvise. This will include the use of floor work, sensuality, pole tricks and dance moves.



Our dance classes like Pole Conditioning and Flexibility, Stiletto Fit, Sensual Movements, Bootylicious Bar, and Fantasy Floorwork that you have been attending will help provide the stamina, endurance and tantalizing moves needed to perform for 3-5 minutes at a time. Every two months, on a pre-determined date, there will be a night at Evolve where students that have taken the Performance Class can perform for friends, family, and other students.

You may use your stilettos or dance with your bare feet. Bring your favorite music, or send us your favorite song and we will download it. If you like we will video your performance and email it to you. The video will help you critique yourself, as well as be a point of reference as to what you would like to add to your performance for the next week. To add another dimension to your performance bring articles of clothing to be removed i.e. tube tops, g-strings, sexy panties, etc.

Pole Performance Class will give you the confidence to perform for others or even take it to the next level and compete nationally or internationally.

Check out her class availability on http://evolvedancestudio.com

Do You Know Mina Mortezaie?

Mina is the current Pole Vixen Champion 2011, USPDF (US Pole Dance Federation) Amateur Champion. She also recently won the Tri Pole Bi-Polar Doubles competition with her partner Nadia Sharif.

Mina comes from a background in Dance and Gymnastics. She has trained in lyrical, ballet, hip hop, and modern jazz dance styles and performed with multiple dance companies. In addition to training in gymnastics she has coached children’s gymnastics for over 8 years. Her fitness background also includes: weight training, yoga, surfing and snowboarding. Mina has been Pole Dancing for over 2 years with experience from a number of different studios and styles. She brings grace, strength, and flexibility to her pole dancing. With a degree in Communications from UCLA, Mina’s resume includes experience in broadcast journalism and digital marketing. Mina’s biggest joy lies in the empowerment of women through the beautiful, strong and seductive art of Pole Dancing.



Mina was recently featured in the LA Times in an article titled: “The pole vaults into a new role.” The LA times described Mina by saying her “forte seems to be perfectly executed vertical and inverted split maneuvers.”

Mina has also been seen on national television teaching pole lessons to adult film stars in “The Secret Lives of Women” which airs on the Women’s Entertainment channel.

Mina’s clientele includes teaching the girls next door/playboy playmate twins Karissa and Kristina Shannon at the Playboy Mansion.

Mina says: From my first pole dancing class I instantly became addicted and couldn’t get enough. The movement is an incredible workout and a powerful boost in confidence. I definitely recommend this for all women; not only will it tone up your body, but it can transform your life.

Mina is part of a pole dance troop called the Vertigirls who perform all over the Los Angeles area bringing pole dancing out of the strip clubs and into the mainstream. The Vertigirls have performed at venues such as the House of Blues, The Key Club, The Good Hurt and more. Vertigirl performances do not allow any stripping or tipping and show the athletic and artistic side of pole dancing.

Mina has been an integral part in designing and launching the Bad Kitty Pole Fit clothing line which was created by pole dancers for pole dancers. The idea came from the need to have durable pole dancing clothes that stay in place and provide the necessary support for big tricks and stretchy maneuvers on the pole.

Want to learn championship worthy pole dance tricks? Try Mina's Intermediate/Advanced Pole Dance Class Monday's 6:30pm at www.evolvedancestudio.com.

Shake Your Bunda (Booty) with Brazilian Samba!



Get A Brazilian Butt Lift With Fransini Giraldo in Brazilian Samba Class!  Brazilian Samba classes are quickly becoming a popular dance fitness class that originates from Brazil. It is considered to be the national style of the country and features a very interesting mixture of moves. Take Brazilian Samba and get a Brazilian Butt Lift by toning your gluteus maximus. Most people love Brazilian samba because of the energy that is involved. You can have a lot of fun and you can even get fit while learning to dance.

What can You Expect from a Brazilian Samba Class?

Brazilian samba classes are a lot of fun. You would basically end up learning a highly beneficial dancing style and the entire class is going to be energetic. We can compare it with any cardiovascular training session that you would go through in any sport that you might do. The biggest benefit that can be gained from Brazilian samba classes is the fact that those that go through it will experience a full body workout.

To top everything off, besides the workout, you will also see that this dancing style incorporates sexy arm, hand movements as well as concentration on the lower body. You will also learn how to move your entire body in a highly sensual way. The most attractive moves are those that are performed with the use of the torso.


What To Wear/Bring To Class

When attending class bring a towel, as you will be definitely be sweating through the dance lesson. You can dance in close fitting athletic gear, like a tank top, shorts, leggings or capris. Athletic shoes are fine to dance in as well. As time passes you will surely want to buy some traditional samba clothes to use when you are going to perform. With continued classes you will definitely have the physique and confidence to wear the traditional costume which includes the gorgeous head piece and dramatic bikini.

Ready to get your butt lifted Brazilian style? Our Brazilian Samba classes are offered every Tuesday with Fransini Giraldo from Sambabody at 8pm, each class is one hour and $15 or 5 classes for $65.

Why Should I Pole Dance?

Why Should I Pole Dance? We all want to be more fit and feel sexy. Many of us hit the gym, run, or lift weights. Many also take cardio classes, but something that seems to be finding its way into the main stream would be pole dancing.

Obviously this is a major focus of our fitness studio, but the question that begs to be answered is why? Very simple, it provides a great way to build lean muscle while improving confidence and a sense of “sexiness”. It also provides a level of fun and entertainment that many exercise routines can lack.

Pole dancing helps use your own body against you to provide a full workout that tones great lean muscle similar to a gymnast. With the array of classes we offer you will find one that’s right for your fitness level full of women just like you. While the majority of our classes are female, males can dance too (contact us for details).

Outside of it being fun research suggests that young adults who participate in a healthy fitness regime are less likely to develop diseases such as; heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure and diabetes in later life. A study conducted in North-Western University (USA) showed that out of a group of 4400 men and women (aged 18-30) studied over a 15 year period, those with moderate or low fitness levels were twice more likely to develop high blood pressure and diabetes than those with high fitness levels.

According to studies, this proves that conditions such as, heart disease and diabetes are not all necessarily the result of aging. You can then of course partly control your own destiny by undertaking a suitable fitness regime. One of which is as much fun as the prospect of improving your long term health.

Physical activity such as pole dancing can fit all the suitable characteristics required to give you a fun yet, healthy lifestyle. This activity can have many health benefits. Regular exercise can improve lifestyle as well as improving health, some of which include; increased levels of HDL 'good' cholesterol, lowering raised blood pressure, boosting your immune system and improving your mood by reducing anxiety which can be caused by stress and lead to depression.

Whatever your reason for choosing to learn to pole dance, many women have commented on their increased confidence since taking up this form of fitness. So go on, why not give it a try and feel like a new woman!

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STRIPPER SHOES OR POLE DANCE STILETTOS, IS THERE A DIFFERENCE?

Pleaser Clear Stripper Shoe $39.00

Traditionally when we think of Stripper Shoes we think of the Classic Kiss Clear Mid-Platform Stripper Heel without ankle straps. Here is where thedifference lies between the two stilettos.

Exotic Dancers or ladies who just love the look of Stripper Shoes, don't need the ankle support given by the ankle strap. Generally Exotic Dancers use the shoe as an accessory as opposed to needing the shoe for functionality. The selection of strapless stilettos are endless. There are stilettos that light up, stilettos with tip cups $$$, stilettos with bullets. Ahhh the choices!

Most Pole Dancers prefer an ankle strap on their stilettos. When doing inversions (going upside down

Pleaser Hot Pink Glow In The Dark Pole Dance Stiletto $42.00

on the pole), climbing and spinning, who needs to worry if their stiletto will fall off? A Pole

Dancers main focus is not falling off the dance pole and providing a flawless performance or perfecting a new spin or pose.

The commonality between the two stilettos is the platform. The platform is essential for Strippers and Exotic Dancers because they tend towork long hours, and the platform absorbs the shock from the floor. Pleaser Brand stilettos have a built in cushion pillow, which can help save your feet when dancing long periods of time. Pole Dancers as well as Strippers/Exotic dancers use the platform when doing the Goddess Slide. It's basically a sexy way of walking by dragging the bottom of the platform to make it appear as if one is walking on air. Super sexy!

There are different platform heights to choose from. Many Strippers/Exotic Dancers

Pleaser Leopard Stripper Shoe $75.00

prefer a high-platform. The high platform is generally four inches with the heel reaching from 7-8 inch inches, yikes! Yes, it takes a little practice, okay a lot of practice but most women can learn to master walking in 8 inch stilettos. Intro/Beginner as well as experienced pole dancers go for a mid-platform 6 inch heel to the professional 8 inch heel. There is also a mini-platform heel that is 4 1/2 inches.

What ever style Stiletto you choose, whether Stripper or Pole Dance be fearless and live outside the box. If you are normally pretty black and white in your choices, grab a pair of leopard or maybe even heels that light up! Add a little spark to your life! Your lover will thank you!



Check out www.poledancejunky.com to see the shoes featured in this article as well as the hottest news styles for stripper or pole dancing shoes. www.poledancejunky.com is also your ultimate destination for all things sexy. Find X Pole Dance Poles as well as Sexy Leg Avenue Lingerie and Clubwear.

What Is Stilettography? Who Is Nicole Rush?

Nicole Rush has over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry. Nicole has appeared with major artist and danced for numerous live events, commercials, TV shows and films. Nicole has a B.A. in World Arts and Culture from UCLA, with a concentration in Dance. She is a former Los Angeles Laker Girl and UCLA Dance Team member. Nicole Rush served as the dance team director for the NBA Summer Pro League Girls for the 2005 and 2006 season, while also acting as the entertainment and dance director for the ABA SO CAL LEGENDS. She recently launched her new company SexyFit!

Check out a quick Stilettography demo of Nicole Rush:



Wanna learn to move like Nicole Rush? Ready to get your sexy on or back?
To reserve your space in Stilettography or Sexy Fit with Nicole Rush Click Here

Hooping with Lori Begins Soon!

Get ready for another fun alternative fitness class that will challenge your core, calves, quads and glutes!



We will keep you updated as to the start date!

Hooping with Lori Begins Soon!

Get ready for another fun alternative fitness class that will challenge your core, calves, quads and glutes! We will keep you updated as to the start date!