Elixia is a new instructor to UV, but has been teaching for 7 years and is owner of Vertika Pole Fitness in Windsor! Elixia is an incredible pole dancer and beautiful performer. Catch Elixia teaching Advanced Pole Conditioning on Monday nights at 7:30pm!
Stage Name: Elixia, which I chose before doing my first burlesque event in Windsor back in 2015
What is your profession?
I am currently owner of Vertika Pole Fitness and I work at a credit union (recent), I was a performing artist before that.
What do you teach and how long have you been teaching?
I teach pole, aerial arts, yoga and do personal training. I’ve been teaching for 7 years.
What got you into pole dancing?
I did work a little under a year at a gentleman’s club in my area and knew little about pole then. I saw some girls come from Montreal and do pole tricks on stage and it kind of grew from there!
What makes you passionate about pole dance?
Pole came to me at a time in my life where I was very confused on my purpose in life, and it gave me meaning to feel strong and capable. I loved it ever since, it feels like a big part of my life now. I enjoy sharing that with others so much!
What do you love sharing with your students?
I love sharing tips and experiences, as well as just overall joy and humility towards ourselves when going about our journey.
What is your favourite song/genre to dance to?
I like a bit of everything, for every mood. But mostly I’d say I like house music so I find ways to incorporate that into my pole dancing
Do you train on other apparatuses or other disciplines?
Yes before Covid I was training at a circus school learning Aerial hoop and silks
What would we find you doing when you aren't teaching/training?
Usually out at a live concert or festival, our in nature or with friends :)
Looking to get strong to perform those advanced tricks?
Sign up for Advanced Pole Conditioning with Elixia Mondays at 7:30pm