What to Expect
A NO‑FRILLS, COMMUNITY‑FIRST 3‑NIGHT POLE CAMP FOR BEGINNER TO ADVANCED STUDENTS. DAILY LEVELED POLE WORKSHOPS, FLEXIBILITY LABS, TEACHER TRAINING & MENTORING, PLUS OPEN POLE JAMS, BEACH PARTIES, OUT DOOR MOVIES, POTLUCK AND EVENING FIRE CIRCLE. AFFORDABLE, CONNECTION‑FOCUSED, AND DESIGNED TO BUILD SKILL AND COMMUNITY ACROSS THE FOUR CORNERS REGION. RESERVE YOUR SPOT — LIMITED TO 36 STUDENTS.
Our Mission
Project Pole Camp unites pole communities across the Western Slope, Four Corners, and New Mexico regions. Through shared movement, mentorship, and intentional connection. we strive to bridge gaps between dancers, studios, and styles - building a more unified, supportive, and accessible pole community throughout the Southwest.
What it is
Rooted in high-quality training and community building, the campout blends indoor pole sessions with outdoor community living to create opportunities for skill-sharing, self-expression, and meaningful connection, both on and off the pole. We prioritize affordability, accessibility, and mentorship, to ensure everyone has the chance to grow, belong, and thrive.
All abilities welcome! but We STRONGLY suggest having taken at least 5 pole classes
Dates
August 20 - august 23, 2026
affordable camping AVAILABLE
community events
durango ,co
Project Pole Dance
The Instructors !
MACIE
I'M MACIE (SHE/HER), THE OWNER OF new mexico POLE ARTS. I'M ALSO AN INSTRUCTOR SPECIALIZING IN POLE TRICKS, FLOW, FLEXIBILITY, CONDITIONING, AND CHOREOGRAPHY. PRIOR TO POLE, I WAS A COMPETITIVE AND CLASSICALLY TRAINED DANCER, AND I HAVE OVER 9 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN TEACHING DANCE AND TUMBLING. I'M X-PERT POLE CERTIFIED AND CONTINUE TO TRAIN UNDER LEADING INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS, MY COACHES AND MENTORS BEING POLE KITTEN, MEG THE SUPERNOVA, AND JONNYBOI. I ALSO COMPETE AT THE PROFESSIONAL LEVEL AND PROVIDE COMPETITION COACHING. I CONTINUOUSLY EXPAND MY EXPERTISE THROUGH SPECIALIZED COURSEWORK FOR POLE INSTRUCTORS COVERING ANATOMY, BIOMECHANICS, MOVEMENT ASSESSMENT, EXERCISE SCIENCE, INJURIES, AND PREGNANCY AND POSTPARTUM. MY INSTRUCTING PHILOSOPHY IS CENTERED UPON PROVIDING STUDENTS WITH THE KNOWLEDGE TO SAFELY PERFORM SKILLS WHILE ENCOURAGING THEM TO EMBRACE THEIR UNIQUE STYLE OF MOVEMENT. @DESERT.DANCER
Irlanda
Irlanda is a professional erotic movement artist and pole dancer who has been studying movement for more than 20 years, with the past 10 years dedicated specifically to erotic movement and pole artistry. She is the creator and founder of Bruja Movement: Spirituality in Motion, a movement practice rooted in sensuality, embodiment, and artistic expression. Irlanda has performed professionally at Shotgun Willie's, taught workshops at PoleCon, and has placed in both national and international pole competitions. Her work blends athleticism, spirituality, and storytelling, grounded in the belief that erotic movement is a legitimate and powerful art form worthy of respect, preservation, and celebration.
Hannah
Hannah began her movement career as a competitive gymnast before transitioning into coaching at just 14 years old. She also competed in varsity diving throughout high school and has now been training in pole for over 17 years. After years of competing and performing, Hannah found her true passion in teaching and opened Chrome Athletics in 2013. As a mother of two, she understands firsthand how bodies change through different stages of life and is passionate about helping students train in ways that build strength, confidence, and longevity. Hannah is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with specializations in Corrective Exercise and Nutrition, and is known for breaking down advanced skills into clear, approachable progressions for her students.
Victoria
wait to welcome you into this incredible community that embodies patience and resilience through movement!
My pole journey began in 2020 at RISE Barre where I instantly became obsessed with this sport and craft. An extensive background in ballet as significantly contributed to my training but undeniably came with destructive baggage. Pole has been a rebirth and homecoming for my mind, body, and spirt. I have trained in cities throughout the U.S. and have been teaching at NMPA for over two years.
I love how pole combines strength and flexibility with so much room for creativity and self-expression. I firmly believe that anyone can benefit from pole dancing to develop confidence, trust, and sexuality. I look forward to helping my students discover new relationships with themselves through this unique art form!
Maddalena
Im Maddalena the owner of project pole dance. obsessed with pole I created this community to make space for pole magic in durango. Pole has given me so much empowerment and strength in my body and in my heart. I have formal training as a contortion teacher with alixa FLEXIBILITY and have a particular passion in empowering each body through curiosity and the ACKNOWLEDGEMENT of INDIVIDUALITY to reach their goals. I’m currently under the mentorship of Elizabeth Blanchard one of the most amazing pole mechanics teachers of our time. i’m so honard to bring pole camp to the 4 corners.
Brett
Brett was introduced to the Ashtanga yoga system in 2016 and it kick started her over 15 year practice into a more committed devotion to the full array of yogic practices. Her first 200-hour Embrace, Embody, Empower teacher training in 2017 taught her there was still so much to learn. After an Ashtanga Inspired 200hr teacher training in 2023 with her teachers K-Lea Gifford and Sarah Klein, she finally felt confident to jump into a teaching role.
Brett has just returned from a trip to Mysore, India where she completed a 200hr teacher training and Yoga Immersion with Andrew Eppler.
It was a truly authentic and eye opening opportunity for her to study with some great teachers and learn from scholars steeped in the yogic traditions.
Project pole dance
3 great spaces
Project pole flex lab
ORGANIC garden, BACK YARD CAMPING 2 MINUTES FROM STUDIO. 5 minuets from downtown.
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drinking water, porto potty, outdoor kitchen, coffee and breakfast bar, shower access.
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no problem! you can drive through the gate and park in the grass on the acre available for camping. no hook ups available.
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No, if that’s not your jam feel free to find other accommodations. this is our low cost effort to foster affordability and to be together as a community.
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just sign up and pay the fee for camping. you are responsible for bringing your own camping gear. how ever you like to roll. be sure to bring your own cup, bowl silverware and coffee cup. we will not be providing your camping gear and supplies.
Schedule Summary
Thursday, Aug 20
10:00 am-12:00 pm Privates avaliable
12:00–4:00 PM: Beginner instructor teacher lab
12:00-2:00 pm Build your own choreo (macie)
2:45- 4:00 pm pre - hab, what teachers all need to know about injury PREVENTION (Maddalena)
Afternoon: 4:00pm Arrival & campsite setup
4:00-6:00pm privates avaliable
5:00 pm lingerie garden tour with farmer barry
6:30 PM: Community MARSHMALLOW/ smore party/group intro
Friday, Aug 21
7:30 AM: Breakfast for campers
Pole workshops by level throughout the day @ Project Pole
9:00am Advanced workshop (macie)
10:45am INTERMEDIATE workshop (irlanda)
12:30 pm beginner workshop (macie)
3:45 pm- 5:45pm Flex lab all levels at 4 corners yoga downtown (maddalena)
6:15 PM Dinnr at 11th street station food carts
Saturday, Aug 22
7:30 AM: Breakfast for campers
9:00am Cross Training gym meet up
Pole workshops by level throughout the day @ Project Pole
9:00am intermediate workshop (macie)
10:45am beginner workshop (irlanda)
12:30 pm advanced workshop (irlanda)
2:15–5:00 PM: Oxbow Beach Party (meet at studio)
7:00 pm community pot luck at farm (pick your own potluck)
outdoor movie at campsite, FLASHDANCE!!!
Sunday, Aug 23
7:30 AM: Breakfast for campers
8:30am athletes mobility flow at 4 corners yoga (brett)
final pole workshops
10:00 am int/adv group a (hannah)
11:45 am Beginner workshop (victoria, maddalena)
1:30 pm Int/adv group b (Hannah)
3:00–4:00 PM: Closing circle, group photo, departure
Cost
$360 for the weekend! EARLY BIRD special until July 1st
$415 after July 1st
$100 for camping and camp support
want to register? Please fill out this form And we will be in touch shortly!
Workshops
Intermediate: Buttons: Choreography Workshop with Macie
Learn Macie's Buttons choreography in this movement-focused workshop designed to help dancers connect technique, musicality, and personal expression. Blending floorwork, pole transitions, dynamic movement, and performance quality, this class explores the details that make choreography feel fluid, intentional, and captivating.
Throughout the workshop, dancers will break down and learn the full Buttons routine while focusing on musical interpretation, seamless transitions, and developing confidence in their unique movement style. Whether you're looking to improve your flow, performance skills, or movement vocabulary, this class offers something for every dancer.
Suitable for high-beginner through advanced dancers.
Flex Lab with Maddalena
Alixa FLEXIBILITY trained top level instructor will guide you through a method focused on building a practice that fits your bodies uniqueness.
The alixa method aims to create a culture where flexibility is done safely & correctly using specific progressions, good alignment, and strength support. Where technique is the focus. Where students are given the tools to have longevity of career, and every one of all ages will feel better in their bodies.
& to continue to rock our sport throughout our life and as our bodies change.
we have much to cover in this workshop but my mission is to leave you wth a lasting curiosity about your own flexibility challenges and the tools to build a practice for life that not only supports your flexibility but your strength.
Advanced: Advanced Tricks: Signature Entries & Transitions with Macie
Take your Bird of Paradise training beyond the standard inside leg hang entry in this advanced tricks workshop. Macie will share several of her signature Bird of Paradise pathways, including dynamic entries and spin transitions from shapes such as ballerina, meathook, and tick-tock.
No Bird of Paradise yet? No problem. Many of the transitions and concepts can be adapted to outside leg hang variations, making this workshop valuable for dancers who are still building toward a full Bird of Paradise or those who want new spin transitions and sequences to explore.The class will also explore several flowing sequences that can be performed on either static or spin.
Emphasis is placed on progressive skill development, safe training practices, and understanding the mechanics behind each movement so you can continue refining and expanding these skills long after the workshop ends.
Foundations of Pole: Beginner Workshop with Macie
Whether you're brand new to pole or still building confidence with foundational skills like climbing and jasmine, this workshop is designed to strengthen the fundamentals that support every stage of your pole journey.
Macie breaks down essential beginner techniques - such as the walk, dip turn, fan kick, jasmine, and climbing - with detailed cueing and technical instruction to help you understand not just what to do, but why it works. These foundational movements are the building blocks for more advanced tricks, transitions, and choreography, making strong technique essential for long-term progress.
The workshop will also cover climbing drills, climbing variations, and ways to connect foundational skills into smooth, seamless movement around the pole. Expect a supportive learning environment focused on body awareness, efficiency, and creating good habits from the start.
Perfect for absolute beginners as well as newer pole dancers looking to refine their technique and build confidence.
BEGINNER: climbing and inversion workshop with victoria & Maddalena
This is for both folks who have yet to invert, and those who want to improve their inversions. In this workshop we will work with each student to dissect any issues they are having with inversions and climbing, as well as strengthen and improve their current level. We will learn a variety of exercises on and off the pole to strengthen the areas necessary for success. We will also learn a few fun varieties of inversions and how to spice them up to add more to their toolbox. We will also learn a few fun combos that apply the skills we practiced in class. We will also learn a few fun spin and floor combos that apply the skills we practiced in class.
Heels with irland
Comming soon
FAQs
What is included in camping
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outdoor kitchen space to use
porto pottys
shower access
breakfast and coffee/ tea bar
hydration station
smore party
outdoor movie, open to all participants
How do I get started?
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Fill out the form above. I will send you a payment link, please pay. more information waivers and all the things to follow over email.
What makes this campout different?
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This is a community centered event. yes we are here to do pole, but we are also here to participate in building pole community in and around the 4 corners, western slope and northern new mexico
Are there additional costs for the camp out?
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Yes. The two dinners out in town are self pay. the rec center workout Jams are $7 admittance but you get a free durango pole tank top to rock out with. if its raining on beach day we will head over to the hot springs, admittance is $50. privates are 90$ per hour and can be ARRANGED through project pole. We are reslly trying to keep cost down for this event.