Meet the Polarity Crew
Devan H.
Instructor - is originally from Ypsilanti, Michigan. He had an affinity for music from a young age. From tap dancing in elementary school, he moved on to play percussion for about a decade. In high school he was involved in musical theater, choir, and ballroom dance. He studied music theory and vocal performance at Washtenaw Community College. In the summer of 2018 Devan took his first pole class and couldn't fathom staying away from Polarity ever since. He worked his way into the highest level classes before there was snow on the ground and took the chance to become an instructor at the first available opportunity. Devan uses pole fitness to challenge himself to reach new levels of strength, flexibility, and endurance. But at Polarity he's also found a welcoming community that pushes him to work harder every day! 

​Credentials: Polarity Apprenticeship & Instructor Training Program
Erin G.
Instructor - is a Chicago native and University of Michigan alum. A lifelong athlete, performer, and devotee of the expressive arts, Erin has a unique movement background which includes jazz/contemporary dance, competitive cheerleading, rock climbing, roller skating, and equestrian sports. Today, she performs internationally as a fire dancer and burlesque artist—both solo and with her fire troupe, the Ignite Fire Keepers. Erin sees pole as the perfect intersection between artistry, sensuality/embodiment, and athleticism, and is honored to share her practice in an environment that is inclusive, supportive, and welcoming for all. A graphic artist by trade, Erin currently works full-time as a web designer, photographer, and creative consultant.   
​
​Credentials: Polarity Apprenticeship & Instructor Training Program
Jessie L. 
Owner - is from Las Vegas, NV. She fell in love with Ann Arbor at a young age when she attended University of Michigan's Debate Camp. Jessie is a graduate of the University of Michigan where she did her BA in Classical Art and Archaeology, as well as, the University of Cambridge where she received her MA of Philosophy in Heritage and Museum Management. She is proud to own and operate aUM Yoga, where intangible heritage is woven into the daily landscape. aUM Yoga's Demystify Yoga Teacher Training School is well respected and has started its own lineage of teachers and practitioners. Jessie was a competitive dancer in her youth and was seduced by many forms of dance including: ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, and hip-hop. She found yoga after departing from the world of dance and flirted with the practice for many years before opening aUM Yoga in 2013. Polarity is her newest movement venture and she is excited to blend her love for yoga, dance, and strength on a new canvas. Jessie is new to pole fitness herself and is humbled to be a student next to other clients and ecstatic to offer a nuanced blend of 'Polega' and Pole Level 1 classes. She has envisaged Polarity as a space that she would have frequented as an undergraduate. The concept of the new studio has been heavily influenced by her family, friends, and wonderful clients. Jessie is focused on creating and fostering a welcoming and loving community. As a fitness ambassador, she strives to create this community both internal and external to the aUM Yoga and Polarity spaces. 

Credentials: E-RYT 500, YACEP, MomentOM Arts Aerial Yoga Certification, ElevatED Pole Level 1 Certification
Laura M. 
Instructor - believes that you can work hard and have fun getting fit! She has been passionate about teaching fitness classes ranging from Kangoo Dance to Pole Fitness for over eight (8) years. Laura has a creative and energetic approach and strives to motivate all of her clients to achieve their goals and be the best versions of themselves. Pole has helped to increase her strength, flexibility, creativity, confidence, and friendships. She was hooked from her first class! When she is not busy getting fit - Laura enjoys bonfires, pit bulls, General Hospital, and taking song requests for class! 

​Credentials: AFAA Certified Personal Trainer , AFAA Group Exercise Instructor, BootyBarre Plus™ Instructor, BootyBarre Flex & Flow™ Instructor, Kangoo Power™, Kangoo Boot Camp™, Kangoo Dance™, Kangoo Kick and Punch™ Trainer, Kangoo Jumps Distributor (Michigan)
Sophia D.
Instructor - grew up in Plymouth, MI where she started taking Ballet lessons at the age of three (3) and has been dancing ever since. As she was growing up, Sophia studied many different styles of dance including Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Modern, Lyrical and Hip Hop. In her college years, Sophia studied Dance and Theatre at Hope College and received her B.A. in Theatre in 2012. In her adult life, Sophia was drawn to the passion of Argentine Tango. She now competes, performs and teaches Tango with her partner José. Sophia is also a certified personal trainer and avid ballet dancer. When Sophia stumbled upon pole dance, she was drawn to the strength, sensuality, and self-expression pole dance has to offer. As an instructor, Sophia believes in challenging students while giving space for creativity, artistry, and personal expression. 

​​Credentials: Polarity Apprenticeship & Instructor Training Program
Sylvia C. 
Instructor - is a graduate of the University of Michigan, where she received a BS in Biomedical Engineering and a MS in Human Factors Engineering. She currently works a full-time job in the automotive industry where she spent many years as a Hydraulics Design Engineer, and is now a Software Engineer for electric vehicles. Her passion for art, movement, and science drive her goal of becoming a better teacher and mover through continuous learning, love, and kindness.

Credentials: RYT-200: aUM Yoga Demystify Yoga Teacher Training 2016, Elevated Pole Level 1 Certification, Elevated Pole Level 2 Certification, Liquid Motion Level 1 and Heels Certification

Address

1220 South University, Suite 210

Telephone

734-707-7419

Email

polarityannarbor@gmail.com
Purchase Terms & Conditions: There are no refunds on purchased classes, membership contracts, packages, progressives, and/or workshops. Classes are non-transferrable. Contracts are non-cancelable within their outlined duration/terms. Classes and packages may not be shared or gifted. All clients must keep a credit card on file. All contract holders should read their membership agreement carefully as the terms are non-negotiable. Early cancellations must be made twelve (12) hours prior to the start of class. Expiration Dates and Late Cancellation Policies are strictly enforced. All absences/no-shows/late arrivals will be considered a Late Cancel. Late Cancellations will forfeit their class. Unlimited Package Holders will be charged a $15.00 no-show fee. Members will be charged a $5.00 no show fee. If we are unable to process this charge, your package will be paused until the balance is paid. During any promotional period of Five Dollar ($5.00) Yoga + Pole Classes, any no shows and/or late cancels are subject to the full single session rate of twenty-five dollars ($25.00).  Any Groupon Customer or Package Holder without their credit card on file will be penalized the expiration equivalent of five (5) days, which may ultimately result in the pausing or cancellation of a package. ​Registration on MindBody authorizes these changes and/or charges to be made utilizing the credit card information on file. We are unable to make exceptions to these policies.  © aUM Yoga LLC 2023.