I am a former gymnast rhythmic, my background has always been involved in different dancing styles. My journey in pole dance started 6 years ago when a friend recommended it to me, and it was love at first sight. With that, my passion for competing started a few years back.
Instructor – Denise
Denise
About Instructor
What inspired you to become a pole instructor?
It was something new that required the same concentration and coordination as gymnastics. Something I could not get bored from as opposed to other types of sports I previously tried.
Something that no-one would ever know about you? Or a fun fact.
I am a bit of an adrenaline seeker
What do you do outside the pole studio – work or personal.
I work in retail management focused on people and culture, and operations
Most inspiring person you have met and what inspires you about them?
My mother is my biggest role among many other inspiring people I look up to. She taught me resilience
What is your favorite quote?
Hard to choose, as it depends on what goal path I take on: “it’s never too late”, “pain is temporary, satisfaction is forever” (spanish gymnastics rhythmic team used this phrase for many years)
If you were a super-hero, what powers would you have?
Invisibility- I am quite an introvert and value my “alone” time
What is it that you love about Achieve
Many many things… Community, pole family, safe and inclusive space where I can be myself, support that encourages others to pursue whatever path you take on, everyone embraces who you are and boost your confidence