written by Salis Charming If you've ever considered trying a pole fitness class, chances are you've talked yourself out of it at least once. Maybe you've thought: "I need upper body strength first." "I'm too old." "I need to lose weight before I start." "I'm not coordinated enough." As a pole instructor, I hear these concerns all the time. The truth is, almost every student who walks through our doors starts with at least one of these fears. The good news? They're all myths.

written by Salis Charming For years, the traditional gym has been the go-to destination for women looking to get fit, lose weight, or improve their health. But recently, a growing number of women are leaving the treadmill behind and discovering something far more exciting: pole fitness. At Girl Next Door Fitness, we've seen firsthand how pole fitness transforms lives. Women walk into their first class feeling nervous, intimidated, or unsure of themselves. They leave feeling s

written by: Mariah Morgenstern I’ve worked out my whole life. I started lifting weights at 16. I got my 100 HR Teacher Training as a yoga instructor at 17. I ran cross country for years. Different phases, different goals. But nothing has come close to the way Girl Next Door’s classes make me feel. I started at Girl Next Door in November. because I wanted to try something new. I quickly found out two significant truths: pole is hard, and it’s the most fun thing I’ve ever tried

Over the last few years, I’ve noticed something changing. Women are exhausted by workout culture that makes them feel like they constantly need to “fix” themselves. So many of us grew up believing exercise had to be punishment — endless cardio, forcing ourselves through workouts we hated, obsessing over calories, or feeling uncomfortable in gym spaces that never truly felt welcoming. But now? Women are craving something different. They want movement that feels joyful again. A

written by Salis Charming https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMLlDymuiAz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Click about for clips from parties Looking for a way to celebrate that’s bold, unforgettable, and just the right amount of wild? At Girl Next Door Fitness, we don’t just host parties—we create experiences that leave you feeling confident, empowered, and seriously hyped. Whether you’re planning a bachelorette bash, a birthday blowout, or the ultimate ladies’

By Charo O'Neil One weekend afternoon, I met Salis Charming at the Benefit counter at Ulta while she was doing my then-teen daughter's brows. I had previously heard about Pole fitness from a professional dancer friend, so when Salis told me she was teaching and opening a studio, I was super excited! So serendipitous, too, I had to go for it. Although excited to start my pole journey, I was apprehensive due to the amount of exposed skin the sport requires and the sheer (I perc