ABOUT
Studio K started when co-founders Kim and Ryleigh found there was no outlet for pole dance in the local area. They deeply missed the unique sense of camaraderie, badass-ery, and instruction offered in a pole studio. Together they decided to open Studio K Pole to create a welcoming space for pole dancers to start or continue their journey.
Studio K Pole focuses on safe movement progression, self-connection, and celebration of each individual’s journey throughout our instruction.
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Our philosophy is described through the Studio K guidelines:
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Honor your body
Listen to it. Treat it with respect. Move safely. -
Be a positive force in your community
Be respectful. Be kind. Be supportive. Be inclusive. -
You are welcomed as you are
Come to be. Come to grow. Come to connect.
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KIM HOLMGREN: CO-OWNER & INSTRUCTOR
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Hi! I’m Kim. I’ve been pole dancing for 6 years because I love the feeling of achievement that comes from nailing a new move, mastering a combo, or improvising something cool. I know how scary it can be to try something new, and it’s important to me to create the welcoming community I’ve found time and time again in the pole studio. My focus as a teacher is helping students progress safely through a combination of on-the-pole training and off-the-pole conditioning. I teach pole, conditioning, and flexibility classes and I can’t wait to be a part of your pole journey! ​
​RYLEIGH HAZEN: CO-OWNER & INSTRUCTOR
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Hi, I'm Ryleigh! I'm a lifelong dancer with over 20 years of experience spanning ballet, modern, and various other forms of dance. Dance has been a consistent thread in my life, and I’ve found ways to stay connected to it, whether as a performer, teacher, or enthusiast. I bring five years of experience in exotic movement to Studio K, where I'm passionate about helping people from all walks of life discover the joy and freedom that comes from movement. Guiding others to feel empowered in their bodies and to explore self-expression is one of the most fulfilling parts of being in the studio. I've trained to enhance my ability to teach fluid, grounded, and expressive movement. I can't wait to share my love for dance and movement with you!
​​​CARLI TYGART: INSTRUCTOR
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I’m Carli. Mom of five and “Grammy” of three. I took my first pole class on Mother’s Day 2015 and it completely changed the course of my life. I learned so much more than cool pole moves or sexy dance. I learned to love myself and my body. I gained friends who have become family. I gained self confidence and a desire to stop being “small” in my life. Pole and my pole family helped me find the strength to finally leave an unhealthy marriage and choose myself. It continues to be a guiding light in my life. This is why I’m so passionate about sharing pole with others.
​​​​​COURTNEY PEASE: INSTRUCTOR
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Hi there! I grew up here in Bremerton and danced on my high school dance team. Fast forward to COVID times living in Salt Lake City, I was watching a documentary on pole dance, self expression and confidence building. I LOVED the idea of finding fun ways to work out and use that creative outlet, so I signed up for 6 weeks of classes immediately (just so I could say I really gave it a shot). Clearly I fell in love with it, because here I am a few years later, still dancing, and finally putting all those hours of team practice and pointing my toes to use. ​​​
LINA TOMOYASU: INSTRUCTOR
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​Hello, I'm Lina. I started pole around 2007 in Hawaii, just as pole was starting to become a more mainstream sport. I found it scary, fascinating, and, the more I did it, exhilarating. So much so that I began teaching not too long after. After giving birth in 2011 I took a break from pole only going to class on occasion. In 2024 I decided it was time to return to the sport I'm so passionate about. Pole has empowered me to become a more confident person and I am so happy, to once again, be able to share my experiences and love for the sport to empower others on their own journeys! ​​
MADELINE KAY: INSTRUCTOR
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​Hey you, I’m Madeline! I’ve been dancing for over 20 years with strong foundations in ballet/pointe and contemporary. Finding aerial arts was a natural transition for me, and working with Cleo the Hurricane for two years opened my eyes to the possibilities in pole dance. At Studio K, I'm thrilled to combine my passion for barre work with an exploration of Russian Exotic (hardstyle) pole. The pole community's unique spirit of acceptance and empowerment resonates deeply with me, and as a dancer, trauma-informed yoga instructor, and clinical/organizational psychologist, I’m dedicated to fostering self-esteem, confidence, and health in sexuality. See you on the dance floor!
MEGAN JENSEN: INSTRUCTOR
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Hello, beautiful! I'm Megan. My pole dancing journey started in 2011 when I felt I needed to do something out of character to build my confidence. Little did I know I would find love at first spin and still be dancing over 10 years later. I don't come from a fitness or dance background, which means I understand how intimidating, challenging, and life changing pole can be as a complete newbie. My goal as an instructor is to give you the tools and support you need to feel comfortable in your dance and be unapologetically you! My happy place is freestyling and inverting, and I cannot wait to share my joy with you as you learn and grow at Studio K.
All Studio K instructors are CPR-certified and have completed pole dance certifications.
LOCATION & HOURS
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 5-8pm
Wednesday: 1-8pm
Thursday: 1-8pm
Friday: 5-8pm
Saturday: 9am-2pm
Sunday: 9am-2pm