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"I remember the first class I took with Sonja and I felt after the class: empowered. whether it is in group classes or private lessons, Sonja is a dedicated instructor that takes the time to guide her students. Taking classes with her help me with my freestyle, my flow, connecting with my body when I'm dancing and has helped me deconstruct what dancing is "supposed to look like." Her classes and what she stands for have been a core element of my pole journey."

Beatrice | Montreal, PQ

"We had a virtual private and you really helped me unlock my glide and feel more stable when moving into my pirouettes. You gave great feedback and tips to help me when walking in heels. We talked about finding my flow and free styling more to see how things feel in my body. I've been watching you dance since I started and I'm grateful to have learned from you one on one."

Maggie L. | NYC

"Taking classes with Sonja has been life changing (I'm not exaggerating). Her guidance has brought me so much confidence and liberation. The safe space she creates is so unique and so inspiring. Those experiences have certainly helped shape the woman I am today."

Catherine D. | Montreal, PQ

"Sonja's class was a transformative experience for me. It is a true safe space - one that allowed me to reconnect with myself, my body and my femininity through dance. Her choreography always presents challenges that push me to trust myself, build strength, and remind me to be kind to myself - to embrace the process knowing that improvement will come in time. I'm so grateful to her for creating a space where I could reconnect with myself, look in the mirror with confidence, and feel a deep sense of empowerment."

Alexandra N.G. | Montreal, PQ

"You are one of the most influential teachers I've ever had. As a dancer, you glance of strength, skill and artistic expression is madly inspiring. You have a way of sitting in your power and letting it breathe, making even a random freestyle demand my undivided attention. As a person, your ability to integrate the realities of being a human today into your classes draws me in, time and time again. You always remind me that people are complex and magical and real, and witnessing your teaching always emboldens me to never forget that, and to bring it out in my own artistic expression and in my life in general.."

Yasmine A. | Montreal, PQ / Dubai, UAE

"I actually took my first ever pole class with you which really encouraged me to keep coming back. I remember feeling so shy to try something so new but instantly feeling so much more comfortable as soon as you said “let’s see what you got mama”. I felt like I kept learning so much from your classes. Learning that it’s okay to embrace and express my sensual side. It all played a huge role in my confidence. Reading what you have to say was always so inspiring to me too. I always felt so reassured by your words! It feels amazing now 3 years later knowing that it’s ok to take up space! You taught us so much more about feminism than we could’ve ever learnt anywhere else. You’re a safe space and I greatly appreciate you!"

Emily | Montreal, PQ

"Classes with Sonja, were such great workouts. Her instructions were clear, and she emphasized proper form and making individual corrections in form when necessary even when she had large classes. Beyond that, she helped so many people come out of their shell and be comfortable in their own skin. It made such a big difference to my well-being and self-esteem!"

Tracy | Vancouver, BC

"Sonja’s classes are such a vibe 🫶🏻 she used to teach advanced tricks in heels and that was my absolute FAVORITE class! I also took some privates with her and I learned sooo much. She knows how to push and challenge you and she is so empowering. Just being around her and her energy makes you feel good ♥️ she’s an amazing teacher who knows how to break things down and will be there next to you while you repeat things over and over until you get it 🥹 she also deeply cares about her students and you can feel that in every class you take with her"

Leatitia K. | Montreal, PQ

"Your classes always remind me why it is so important to take up space and why existing as we are, authentically, is necessary. No matter what we’re working on, I always leave your classes full of confidence, more motivated, inspired and yes, very sweaty. Your words both of encouragement and wisdom are what makes your classes so unique, and I feel very grateful to learn from someone like you on a regular basis! You truly are an inspiration 🫶"

Larry | Montreal, PQ

"This year has been incredibly challenging, but Sonja’s classes have been a sanctuary for me. She creates a space where I feel safe, empowered, and free to explore my sensuality without fear or judgment. Through her guidance, I’ve deepened my connection to my body and embraced my sexuality with confidence. When Sonja dances, she is pure magic—radiating strength, grace, and divine energy. Her presence alone is inspiring, but what truly sets her apart is how she makes me feel: seen, encouraged, and worthy."

François L. | Montreal, PQ

"J’ai appris à apprécier mon corps, mais surtout les mouvements que je faisais grâce à lui, même si de mon pov ils n’étaient pas parfaits, j’ai appris à les aimer plus qu’à les hair. J’ai appris à enlever tous tabous que je pouvais avoir avec la sexualité, ma sexualité avant de commencer mon journey en pole il y a presque de cela 6 ans. J’ai appris que montrer son corps, bouger était quelque chose de bien, de beau vs la façon dont on m’avait appris à démoniser ces aspects de moi plus jeune!"

Julie B. | Montreal, PQ

“An absolute goddess! I’ve been to a few of the floor workshops and Sonja’s instructions  are key. She’s excellent at guiding us into our feminine energy and getting us in touch with our sensuality. I’m also always in awe when I watch her perform 🩶”

Inanna | Montreal, PQ

"I was first introduced to the world of pole dance and pole fitness by Sonja, which opened my eyes to the physically demanding discipline that this artistic practice demands. Since then, my many experiences in her strength and flexibility classes have been nothing but transformative. Not only she pushed my physical boundaries, but she also managed to motivate me at the same time. Although I could quickly understand she had high expectations for all of her students, it was precisely this rigor has pushed me, and countless others during the years I attended her classes, to try to achieve our full potential. Now, Sonja has become one of my greatest inspirations and motivations, teaching me how to live with determination, not only through her lessons, but most importantly through her continuous day-to-day example."

Fran | Paris, FR.

"During the last three years, I’ve had the chance to try all of the group classes offered by Sonja Sloane and I can’t get enough! Whether it's tricks in heels, heels techniques, floorwork, strength and flexibility classes, I always return for more. Sonja’s technique and expertise in body movement are incredible. Beyond the classes themselves, she is an incredibly inspiring women, and her empowering messages have truly made a difference in my life. Participating in anything with her is a transformative experience that goes beyond just physical training so without a doubt I would highly recommend her services to everyone—do this for yourself!"

Rosabelle | Montreal, PQ

"My very first class (at Milan Pole Dance) you were subbing for someone (obv i didn’t know that) but having your teaching style - as serious, well explained and direct/tough love (which I love) for my first 2 classes made me want to stay. It gave me a very good first impression"

Marjo | Montreal, PQ

"Damn I don’t know where to start!! You made me feel in touch with my body and outside of my head. I gain so much confidence in my sensuality thanks to you and made me want to explore more and more! A huggggge thank you to your boldness and sexy badass energy! A true inspiration until this day 🙏🏻❤️❤️"

Lisa L. | Montreal, PQ

"If I had to describe you and your teachings and your style, it is the word UNMATCHED. Unmatched passion, unmatched slinkiness, unmatched feminism, unmatched mastery, unmatched empowerment."

Tiffany | Vancouver, BC

"I loved my experience taking your floorwork class. You gave me a warm feeling when I met you. You gave me the sense of safety to embrace and release my sexual energy. I really liked how you added in little bits of your research in the class. You also have really good technical tips. I left the class feeling like I was able to enhance my flow and learnt a little more about myself. Thank you for sharing your knowledge."
Chelsie | Montreal, PQ

"J’ai commencé à suivre des cours de pole dancing pour trouver une connexion avec mon corps et l’expression de ma sensualité. C’est dans ce contexte que j’ai rencontré Sonja, qui m’a toute de suite impressionnée par sa grande connaissance du corps humain, de la technique de pole, mais aussi par son ouverture et sa façon de nous encourager, avec dynamisme, positivité et bienveillance. En continuant de suivre ses cours, j’ai remarqué qu’elle m’aidait à m’affirmer et prendre possession pleinement de mon corps et de mes capacités. Chaque fois, elle trouve la façon de m’apporter une nouvelle perspective et de me faire sentir que j’appartiens à quelque chose de plus grand que moi, au delà du sport et de l’art, car il y a un aspect sociologique inerrant à ses cours, et à sa présence. Avec Sonja, on démantèle le patriarcat, un pouce de talon haut à la fois!"

Jelena | Montreal, PQ

"I was lucky enough to take two lessons with Sonja while working in Montreal in 2022. My pole journey had been a bit stop-start due to COVID, and I was still very much finding my feet (and heels!). My job gave me the opportunity to take classes all over the world, and I explored so many different styles of pole. But from the very first class with Sonja, something just clicked. The way she taught movement and connection to music truly resonated with me. She unlocked something deep within me and helped me discover a pole path I hadn’t even realised I was searching for."

Joanne | London, UK

"Sonja Sloane is a safe space personified. She has made her classes a sanctuary— a place where students can explore and embrase their sensuality. In a world where woman’s sexuality is often repressed, Sonja’s class is an act of rebellion.”

Scarlett | Montreal, PQ

"Your classes are not just a full body workout, it’s a full body, mind and spirit workout, there’s a depth of experience and wisdom in everything you share. You are able to create a welcoming and open environment and approach every student with patience, and deep compassion, allowing everyone to feel seen and heard. You have helped me through some tough times - when the only thing I was able to do on that given day was to show up for your class… and then pure magic would happen- I would feel empowered, strong, connected and compassionate to myself. Thank you for being such an inspiring human being and incredible teacher!"

Khrystyna A. | Montreal, PQ

"Prendre une classe avec Sonja, c’est s’incarner profondément. En créant un espace d’exploration en toute sécurité, physiquement et émotionnellement, elle me permet de repousser les barrières limitantes que je me mets inconsciemment. Dans ses classes, j’ai pu faire du ménage dans des parties de moi qui se contredisaient et qui, soudainement, prennent tout leur sens et toute leur ampleur. Prendre une classe avec Sonja, c’est s’offrir un cadeau précieux."

Catherine B. | Montreal, PQ

"I still remember my very first class with Sonja—it was a pivotal moment in my life. In many ways, it felt like a rebirth, a discovery of a new side of myself. Through dance, Sonja became more than just an instructor; she was a mentor who taught me the art of self-empowerment. Learning from her was like acquiring a new language, one that allowed me to express myself in ways I never had before. When she moved to Montreal, I was devastated, knowing I would no longer have access to her lessons in person. Yet, what she taught me became the foundation for making dance my own. I still long for the day I can take a class with her again."

Bridget T. | Vancouver, BC