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Welcome to PhysiPole Studios, where every step of our journey is guided by the joy and empowerment of our students and making pole & aerial fitness accessible for more people.

At PhysiPole, our focus has always been on our students’ experiences and how they feel within our community. It all started with a passion for dance and a desire to explore new forms of movement, founder Kristy Sellars started early days training in Melbourne dancing and discovered the exhilarating world of pole dancing.

Once Kristy discovered this world and realized this was something that would benefit so many others and that it needed to reach more people, that spark of inspiration led to the birth of our first studio in 2009, where we transformed a simple space into a hub of creativity and strength. Every Friday Kristy would drive from Melbourne to Warrnambool and transform a karate dojo space into a pole studio setting up x8 X-stages (with family’s help) we dedicated ourselves to creating a welcoming environment where anyone could discover their own potential with pole fitness.

With the physifam quickly growing in Warrnambool it led to the first location moving to a permanent setup in Ballarat in 2010 where PhysiPole still has its roots there today. Franchising the business naturally occurred with original students of the Ballarat location wanting to give further opportunities to offer pole and aerial fitness in other areas and falling in love with the community. Our first franchise location opened in 2014 back in the first location of Warrnambool then quickly growing with further locations added in 2015 and continued growth from there on. As the years passed and our community flourished, so did our vision. From humble beginnings, PhysiPole has grown into a network of *19* studios across Australia, with over 2000 active students.

Our success isn’t just measured in numbers; it’s reflected in the stories of transformation and empowerment from our students. Whether you’re in your fitness journey or just wanting some fun, we believe in the power of pole fitness to uplift, inspire and empower individuals no matter who you are.

We don’t think of our classes as fitness, our students re-imagine their thought on fitness learning to nourish their soul and body.

Timeline

History of PhysiPole

June 2009

May 2010

August 2015

August 2015

August 2015

January 2016

March 2016

January 2017

March 2017

April 2018

June 2018

July 2018

August 2018

October 2018

January 2019

January 2019

April 2019

December 2019

January 2020

January 2023

August 2023

August 2023

September 2024

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Founder

Kristy Sellars

Kristy Sellars, the visionary founder of PhysiPole Studios, is a beacon of inspiration in the world of pole fitness bringing it to light in so many ways since she started her own journey. With a passion for movement that ignited at a young age, Kristy’s journey has been one of relentless dedication and boundless creativity starting with dance and exploring all forms of movement and creativity.

From her early days training in dance to exploring the thrilling realm of pole fitness, Kristy’s love for expression and challenge has always been at the forefront. Her decision to pursue a full-time Diploma in Performing Arts in Melbourne, forsaking conventional education, speaks volumes about her determination to follow her dreams.

What sets Kristy apart is not just her entrepreneurial spirit but her unwavering dedication to her students. She saw a need in her hometown and seized the opportunity to bring the joy of pole fitness to others, transforming lives along the way.

Today, Kristy’s impact extends far beyond the studios she founded. As a mother of three, an internationally renowned instructor and competitor, she continues to push boundaries and inspire countless individuals with ground breaking performances, products , brands and more. Kristy started performing in pole competitions and took 2nd Runner Up in Miss Pole Dance Victoria in 2010 then really making a name for herself with an unforgettable win of Miss Pole Dance Victoria 2012/2013 with her Toxic flight attendant routine. In 2016 was her first public performance utilising projected images with an alice in wonderland inspired performance at Pole Theatre Sydney in 2016 winning the drama division and overall winning which has led to her journey of projected image performances and led to her fame and showing pole fitness in a different light to the public. One of her greatest achievements was winning Australia’s Got Talent in 2019 and being runner up in America’s Got Talent in 2022, this has led to Kristy performing for many corporate events in America.

Kristy Sellars is more than a founder; she is a visionary leader who has shaped PhysiPole Studios into a symbol of empowerment, community, and limitless possibility. Her passion, resilience, and commitment to excellence serve as a guiding light for all who seek to embark on their own journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Kirsty Sellars

Accomplishments

  • America's Got Talent Fantasy League Semi-Finalist 2024
  • America's Got Talent Finals 2nd Place 2022
  • Australia's Got Talent Winner 2019
  • Pole Theatre World Drama Champion 2016
  • Pole Theatre Drama & Overall Winner 2016
  • International Pole Championships Pole Art Champion Winner 2015
  • IPDFA Performer of The Year Winner 2015
  • Pole All Stars National Competition 2nd Runner Up 2014
  • Miss Pole Dance Victoria Winner 2012/2013
  • Miss Pole Dance Victoria 2nd Runner Up 2010

Charities

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We have already helped as a whole organisation and individual locations where we can to local organisations and bigger fundraising organisations, life can be hard sometimes and we will lend a helping hand where we can!

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