Join us at the LISBON CAMP 2024 by DC POLE STUDIO.
24-27 JULY
Unite your passion for pole dance with an immersive dive into
Lisbon's vibrant culture.
4 days / 12h classes / 3 guests
PACKAGES
CHIADO PACKAGE 370€
- Access to all the workshops:
- Pole at the beach
- Summer Pole Camp 24 T-Shirt and Tote Bag
- Insurance for the pole camp period (workshops &
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel
- Air plane ticket
- Transfers
- Other meals
- Activities
ALFAMA PACKAGE
599€
- Access to all the workshops:
- A hate/love tour of Lisbon
- Belém night tour
- 3 special dinners on amazing places and eat delicious Portuguese cuisine
- Pole at the beach
- Summer Pole Camp 24 T-Shirt and Tote Bag
- Insurance for the pole camp period (workshops &
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel
- Air plane ticket
- Transfers
- Other meals
GUESTS
CAROLINA RAMOS
Professional dancer, teacher and choreographer with 20 years of experience.
BA degree in Modern Dance in Fontys Dance Academy, Holland (2001-2003) and Escola Superior de Dança, Portugal (1999-2001)
Pole Heart, studio owner since 2015
12 years of Pole Dance teaching experience, with continuous learning in workshops with many pole dancers internationally.
Participation on Floor Flow Certification by Marlo Fisken (2019)
Certified in Pole Dance Fitness Level 1 (2016) and Level 2 (2018) by elevatED (USA)
Owner of Lisbon Pole Camp (2013-2019)
3rd place in “International Pole Fusion” Championship, Brussels (2017) and 5th place in "Pole Theatre Paris" (2017)
Local Coordinator of the competition PSO PORTUGAL 2022, 2023
Judge in the competition IPAF, Portugal, 2019, 2018, 2016 and PSO PORTUGAL 2022
TALASI
Talasi is born in Geneva, Switzerland. She spent many years traveling and arrived in Brazil where she ended up staying for 20 years.
As a child she took ballet and jazz classes. As an adult, she started practicing yoga and discovered aerial fabric 7 years ago.
From then on she fell in love with all the disciplines in the air. She also practices master pendulum (a suspended vertical bar),
Lyra, fabric and pole dance.
These practices have changed her life, giving her lightness, strength and discipline on a daily basis.
It improves motor control and neutral pathways, which provides a significant improvement in balance and coordination and above all
an increase in self-confidence through difficult tricks.
Creativity is also a very important factor. She love art, movement and music and all of this comes together when practicing aerials.
VALERIIA MELNYK
Valeriia is a pole dancer and instructor originally from Ukraine who has been residing and teaching pole dance and pole heels in Europe
for the past two years. With over a decade of experience in the field, she holds certification as an instructor from the Ukrainian Pole Sport Federation.
Valeriia has actively participated in various festivals and championships, demonstrating her dedication and passion for the art form. She believes in the power of dance to tell stories, express emotions, and showcase technical skill, emphasizing clean lines and a sense of weightlessness in her performances. Valeriia genuinely loves what she does and shares her knowledge wholeheartedly with her students, fostering a supportive and enriching learning environment.
PLANNING
DAY ONE
JULY 24th, WEDNESDAY
POLE HEART STUDIO
WELCOME
14h45 - Welcome to the Summer Camp 24
WORKSHOPS
15h - 16h30: Pole Tricks / Diana
16h45 - 18h15: Contemporary pole flow / Carolina Ramos
ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
Restaurant-fado in the center of Lisbon
DAY TWO
JULY 25th, THURSDAY
POLE DANCE PORTUGAL STUDIO
WORKSHOPS
10h - 11h30: Heels flow / Diana
11h45 - 13h15: Hoop / Talasi
ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
15h - A love tour of Lisbon
19h30 - Typical Portuguese restaurant
DAY THREE
JULY 26th, FRIDAY
POLE HEART STUDIO
WORKSHOPS
10h - 11h30: Pole straps / Diana
11h45 - 13h15: Flexibility
ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
19h30 - Dinner & night driving tour Belem
DAY FOUR
JULY 27th, SATURDAY
POLE DANCE PORTUGAL STUDIO
WORKSHOPS
12h30 - 14h - Pole Passion: Sensual heels choreography / Valeriia Melnyk
14h - 15h30 - Pole spin Dynamics: Exploring Fluid Movement / Valeriia Melnyk
ACTIVITY OF THE DAY
16h30: Pole at the beach
PROGRAM WORKSHOPS
POLE TRICKS
DIANA
During 1h30 and to welcome you in Lisbon, you will dive into the hottest trends in pole dance.
From beginners to inter, this workshop offers tailored progressions and regressions, ensuring everyone can elevate their skills with confidence. You will for sure push your boundaries, refine your technique and
connect with fellow pole enthusiasts in the vibrant atmosphere of Lisbon.
CONTEMPORARY FLOW Carolina Ramos
During this workshop, participants will learn meticulously sequences incorporating static spins, dynamic
dance movements, and graceful floor work.
Through expert guidance, attendees will refine their techniques to seamlessly execute pole transitions with enhanced fluidity and grace.
This comprehensive
exploration will offer invaluable insights into the intricacies of each element, fostering a deeper
understanding of pole artistry and empowering their pole practice.
HEELS FLOW
DIANA
Dive into a choreography that intertwines dance sequences with pole tricks and floorwork, allowing you
to explore gracefulness and confidence as you navigate around the pole.
Discover the art of moving
elegantly in heels, creating beautiful body shapes, and mastering technical tricks. We will break down each body movement, while creating graceful shapes, flowing waves, intricate steps, spins, and even
introducing some acrobatic elements.
AERIAL HOOP Talasi
THIS GRACEFUL WORKSHOP TURNS YOU INTO A REAL ACROBAT FOR A MOMENT AS YOU CLIMB THE HOOP!
Aerial hoop also called lyra, aerial ring or cerceau is a fun athletic workshop! It is an experience in itself
because you can make unique moves through the ring. Because of the different poses in a ring in the
air, it looks like acrobatics.
Aerial Hoop classes will guide you through a variety of acrobatic skills on the circular steel ring. Learn to
transition from static holds and balances to dynamic rolls, drops and spins. Emphasis is placed on
creating fluid sequences that move above, below and within the hoop, challenging both your strength
and flexibility.
POLE STRAPS
Diana
Are you excited about pole dancing and eager to try something new? Then try this unique discipline of pole straps with Diana.
A long strap is attached to the top of the pole, allowing you to hang from it. The
combination of the strap and the pole offers endless possibilities for new combinations and beautiful
flow.
During this workshop, we will start with the basics and work towards cool tricks and combinations
FLEXIBILITY
After two days of challenges and learning, it's time to take a moment to realign, stretch, and release your
body from accumulated tension.
In this workshop, we will explore the benefits of flexibility specifically
tailored for pole dancers, so you can approach the final day of workshops with confidence and grace.
POLE PASSION Valeriia Melnyk
Sensual heels choreography
Discover the captivating fusion of pole dancing and heel work as you immerse yourself in a
choreography session designed to refine your moves and elevate your elegance. Delve into sultry spins,
graceful transitions, and fluid movements, all crafted to enhance your confidence and style on the pole.
Whether you are a novice or a seasoned dancer, this workshop offers an enchanting journey into the art
of pole dancing in heels, promising a memorable experience filled with empowerment and self-
expression.
POLE SPIN DYNAMICS Valeriia Melnyk
Exploring Fluid Movement
This workshop offers a unique opportunity to refine spinning skills, enhance fluidity, and unlock the full
potential of pole dance expression.
Participants will embark on a journey to master the dynamic
movements and transitions that define spinning pole technique.
Through a series of guided exercises
and choreographic exploration, attendees will learn to harness momentum and grace to create
seamless, fluid sequences on the pole.
PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
RESTAURANT FADO - 50€
Enjoy a delightful dinner accompanied by fantastic Fado music!
This Fado dinner show in Lisbon offers an immersive cultural experience, blending traditional
Portuguese cuisine with the emotional melodies of Fado, deeply rooted in Lisbon's history and culture.
Savor a traditional meal and immerse yourself in the true essence of Portugal in Lisbon.
A different and unique way to experience traditional Portuguese cuisine and music."
A HATE/LOVE TOUR OF LISBON - 50€
We hate tourism tours (3hours)
This tour will give you the (in)sights and all the tips about our city. An experience that can be done when
you arrive in the city, or when you leave for the airport. We will take you through the streets of Lisbon,
the city we were born and raised in, giving you all the tips you need to know to feel at home.
We learned (and still learning) everything in these streets and we will share that knowledge with you.
PORTUGUESE RESTAURANT - 50€
During our Lisbon pole camp, we will have the chance to explore the delicious Portuguese cuisine at a
local restaurant.
Rich in history and tradition, flavors like bacalhau à bras or cataplana await us, accompanied by exquisite regional wines. It's an authentic gastronomic experience that promises to
delight our taste buds and immerse us fully in Portuguese culture.
DINNER & DRIVING TOUR IN BELEM - 95€
There's nothing we hate more than an empty stomach. And if you really want to experience Lisbon you
have to put it in your mouth! Dinner with us at one of the best, most authentic Portuguese restaurants in
Lisbon!
We will pick you up at the meeting point and show you what eating in Lisbon is all about. We will stroll past the crowds and sit down to feast on Portuguese culinary delights and, of course, lots of good
Portuguese wine. Lisboetas are generous and you should be too. We'll make sure you find what you like. Try a bit of everything and you'll see why dinner in Lisbon can be such a special occasion.
Between bites we will explain to you the significance of Lisbon's food culture and keep things interesting telling
you all about the city we love and it's nightlife - preparing you for all that lies ahead in Lisbon after dark.
After dinner we'll take you on a short but intense ride through the streets of Lisbon to give you an
opportunity to see the city under its glowing yellow lights as we move. After that, we send you out,
bellyful and spirited, on your way to enjoy the rest of your evening as a freshly minted and well-fed
Lisbon local.
"Since I set foot in her studio 4 years ago, I fell completely in love with both pole dance and DC Pole Studio. Diana and her team really make you feel welcome, strong and sexy!"
laura
"Amazing pole dance school. Open to everyone. Lots of positive energy and a great atmosphere."
saskia
"Fun classes, great teachers, have been looking forward to going back! Would recommend it to anyone who's interested - no matter your age/body type!"
prianka
"Diana is an amazing teacher who will lift you up, every time you feel down. Classes are varied, the atmosphere is really good and pole is just the most fun sport there is!"
Caroline
"The classes give me so much confidence. Everytime I do things, I didn't know I could do. I overcome my fears and I grow every time. The combination of tricks and dancing makes it a sport with a lot of variation. I love it!"
Yelena
"Diana is an amazing teacher, I learn so much during her pole classes. She challenges and encourages you all the time. Besides all of that she is also super sweet and funny."
Lise
"Pole dancing for me is a way to be with myself. When I do pole dancing the only thing that comes in my mind is how I will do this next move - a great brain clean up and focus training for me."
Olga
"Lovely teacher. Overall great atmosphere during class. It was super fun and a good workout!"
Marouska
"You cannot believe how thankful I am to learn a sport I am absolutely in love with and with teachers who let us believe in ourselves, let us feel powerful, encourage us, embrace who we are and what our style in pole dance can be. So a big thank you!"
ANNELIES
"I love seeing/feeling how I’m already getting stronger and becoming more in control of my body. It’s a very special class, it’s not just physical but also psychological. I think it has a bigger effect on people than you might know! The group lifts each other up, and you are the heart of that group."
Evelien
Where can you find us ?
Locations
Leuven Center
6 Sint-Antoniusberg
3000 Leuven
Leuven Zuid
45 Frederik Lintsstraat
3000 Leuven
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