Studio booking has moved to Groovio - plus February Schedule and DFTS!

We have officially moved from our old booking system (Acuity) to Groovio, and February brings a few schedule updates, special workshops, and community events as well.

Please read through the notes below so everything goes smoothly.

🔄 Booking System Transition: What to Expect

We’re switching to a new booking platform called Groovio. All classes, memberships, class packs, workshops, and events will now be managed there.

If you’ve taken a class with us in the last 6 months, I’ve already created an account for you.

Logging in is easy (no password!)

Groovio uses a secure login code instead of passwords.

1. Log in via the Groovio app (search Groovio on your smart phone app store, then select 1989 Pole) or a web browser

   New direct booking link: https://groovio.com.au/share/26011

2. Enter your email address

3. Check your email for a login code

4. Enter the code and you’re in!

Important: You must use a real, accessible email address to receive the login code.
Even if you turn off all notifications later, an email is still required for login.

App vs. web browser

• 📱 The app works best and is recommended

• 💻 You can still manage everything from a web browser — no app download required

Both options allow you to book classes, manage memberships, view your schedule, and update notification settings.

Notification preferences are fully customizable

Once logged in, you control how you’re contacted:

• Email

• SMS/text

• Push notifications

• Or none at all

You can change these settings anytime.

I’ve done my best to rebook everyone in Groovio, but please double-check your upcoming bookings to make sure everything looks correct. If you booked way into March you will need to redo those bookings.

Membership billing note (important but easy)

If you currently have a membership, your membership has been transferred, but your payment information did not transfer (for security reasons). When your membership is due to renew, you’ll receive an email or pop-up notification letting you know it couldn’t renew because there’s no payment method on file. All you need to do is log in, add your payment info, and you’re good to go.

Bonus: Groovio allows me to set a one-week grace period, so if there’s ever a payment hiccup, you’ll still be able to take classes for a full week while it’s sorted out — no stress, no awkward pauses, no drama.

If anything is missing or incorrect, just reply to this email and I’ll fix it!

🕒 Schedule Updates

Thursday class times (starting in February)

Beginning in February, Thursday pole classes will run as:

• 6:00 PM — Level 1 Pole (Beginner)

• 7:00 PM — Level 2 Pole

Monday Level 1 Pole — feedback needed

Level one has been pretty full so I’m considering adding a Monday Level 1 Pole (Beginner) class and deciding between two possible start times:

• 5:30 PM

• 8:00 PM

If you strongly prefer one of these times, please reply to this email or DM me. Your feedback will help determine the final schedule.

📅 February Class Schedule

Mondays

• Pending — Level 1 Pole (Beginner)

• 6:30 PM — PoleCORE (Pole + Stretch)

Tuesdays

• 8:30 AM — Daytime Pole

• 6:00 PM — Beginner Exotic Pole

• 7:00 PM — Intermediate Exotic Pole

Wednesdays

• 10:00 AM — Daytime Pole

• 6:00 PM — Belly Dance

• 7:30 PM —

  • Feb 11 & Feb 25 — BurlyQ

  • Feb 18 — Floorwork

Thursdays

• 8:30 AM — Daytime Pole

• 6:00 PM — Level 1 Pole (Beginner)

• 7:00 PM — Level 2 Pole

• 8:00 PM — Sultry Stretch

✨ Special Classes & Workshops

• Friday, Feb 6 · 6:00 PM — Belly Dance Fan Veils (rescheduled due to weather)

• Friday, Feb 14 · 8:00 PM — Valentine’s Lap Dance Workshop (BYOP)

• Saturday, Feb 28 · 1:00 PM — Pole Doubles Workshop

All workshops are booked through Groovio.

💘 Valentine’s Lap Dance Workshop

Friday, February 14 · 8:00 PM

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a playful, sultry lap dance workshop.
Bring a partner or prop (BYOP), share snacks and refreshments, and enjoy a confidence-building choreographed routine in a fun, flirty atmosphere.

🤝 Pole Doubles Workshop

Saturday, February 28 · 1:00 PM

By popular request, we’re doing another Pole Doubles workshop!
This class focuses on safe partner work, communication, timing, and creative doubles shapes. No performance experience required.

⭐ Community Event: Dancing for the Stars Fundraiser

Please join us in supporting an important local fundraiser:

Dancing for the Stars
📅 Friday, February 13
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 MPEC

Tickets are still available, and we’d love your support for our team:
✨ Jeweled Sultana ✨

🎟 Tickets: https://e.givesmart.com/events/LmI/

💸 Limited-Time Membership Option

To make this transition as fair and simple as possible, I’m reopening my $84/month unlimited membership for a short time.

• Available for the next 1–2 months only

• This will be the last time this rate is offered

• It felt like the most equitable option during the transition

After the transition:

• Unlimited: $120/month

• 8 classes/month: $80/month

Both remain great options — absolutely no pressure.

Final notes

During this transition, a few things may need manual adjustments:

• Membership credits

• Class packs

• Legacy pricing

If anything looks off, reply to this email and I’ll take care of it.

Thank you for your patience, your trust, and your continued support of the studio. This change sets us up for a strong, smooth year ahead.

See you in class,
Tarah