Meet the Polarity Fitness Team
Ava T. 
Instructor - is studying Earth & Environmental Sciences and Anthropology at the University of Michigan. After taking up running sports in high school, she began practicing yoga to find a healthier physical balance. However, Ava quickly became enamored with the spiritual aspects of yoga too and has since completed her RYT 200-hour training through aUM (2022). She loves the simple joys in life like a hot cup of tea, sunshine through a window, and yoga (of course)! Ava is thrilled to use her platform as the President of Michigan Yoga Club to bring smiles and uplift those around her.

​Credentials: RYT-200, aUM Yoga Teacher Training
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.   
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​Credentials: Polarity Apprenticeship & Instructor Training Program
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 10 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's not busy in the studio - Laura enjoys yardwork,  music, dogs and watching General Hospital. 

​Credentials: AFAA Certified Personal Trainer, AFAA Group Exercise Instructor, RYT-200, PSO Gold Exotic Level 3,  Kangoo Power™, Kangoo Boot Camp™, Kangoo Dance™, Kangoo Kick & Punch™ Instructor, Kangoo Jumps Trainer USA 
Olivia G.
Instructor - began her yoga journey in 2021 as an excuse to get out of the house during her remote internship. After growing up a dancer, Polarity became a new and exciting place to explore movement. Serendipitously, she enrolled in Yoga Teacher Training during her last semester at the University of Michigan in Winter 2022. After graduating both college and YTT training, she accepted a job teaching at a resort in Petoskey, Camp Michigania, where she taught over 200 hours of vinyasa, chair, yin, and children's classes. After the summer season, she moved back to Ann Arbor to work as a full time graphic designer. Still teaching yoga on the side, Liv loves to connect with the community through her practice. ​

​Credentials: RYT-200, aUM Yoga Teacher Training
Macy M.
Instructor -​has been a practitioner of yoga for eight (8) years and became certified to teach in the Spring of 2022 through aUM’s YTT program. The way yoga brings a feeling of peace to both her body and mind is the feeling she hopes to share. Outside of yoga, Macy is a web designer for an office at the University of Michigan. Working in educational technology, she strives to make her design work as understandable, accessible, and inclusive as she can, which is also what she aims to do while teaching yoga. Macy loves sharing her creativity within the sequences and flows that she teaches!

​Credentials: RYT-200, aUM Yoga Teacher Training
Saydi M.
Instructor - began practicing yoga in November of 2018 after moving to Michigan from Tennessee. Seeking a sense of stability and comfort, yoga granted her permission to adapt to uncertainty, settle into discomfort, and establish solace in unfamiliar spaces. Saydi obtained her RYT 200 with aUM Yoga in 2020.  As a Graduate of the University of Michigan School of Social Work, she incorporates Yogic principles and social work ethics into both her professional and personal life. Saydi aspires to provide intentional movement in a playful and safe environment to advance self-expression and exploration. She is honored to share space and breath with those around her and grateful for the precious connection to our global community.

​Credentials: RYT-200, aUM Yoga Teacher Training
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

734-224-4202

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Purchase Terms & Conditions: 
  • There are no refunds on ANY purchase(s) - including but not limited to: new client specials, drop-ins, packages, membership contracts, progressives, showcase, workshops, retreats, private events, teacher training programs and/or private lessons. Classes are non-transferrable. Contracts are non-cancelable within their outlined duration/terms. Contract terms are non-negotiable. Classes, packages, and other services may not be shared or gifted. All clients must keep a credit card on file.
  • We are unable to manage reservations or cancellations via email or phone. If you'd like to reserve or cancel a class, please do so through our website or the Mindbody app.
  • Early cancellations must be made twelve (12) hours prior to the start of class. Cancellations after this period are considered a Late Cancel. Unlimited Package Holders (New Client Special, Month Unlimited, Semester, and Year) will be charged a $15.00 Late Cancellation Fee. Members will be charged a $5.00 Late Cancellation Fee. Drop-In and Members/Class Package Holders will forfeit their class. If Class Package Holders do not cancel their class/remove themselves using the MindBody app prior to the class start time, they will be charged a $5.00 No-Show Fee. All late arrivals and absences will be considered a No-Show.
  • During any promotional period of Five Dollar ($5.00) Yoga + Pole Classes, any late cancels, absences, and/or no-shows are subject to the full single session rate of twenty-six dollars ($26.00) - therefore a late cancellation fee of $21.00 will be charged utilizing the card on file. If the client removes their card, they will not be able to practice at the studio until their account balance has been paid.
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