Defy Gravity - Pole Fitness and Aerial Arts Studio, located in Lincoln Square Mall, Urbana, IL, offers a unique blend of fitness and art. Known for its supportive and welcoming environment, the studio specializes in pole fitness and aerial arts classes. Instructors are knowledgeable, encouraging, and cater to all skill levels. Visitors often highlight the positive community and the self-confidence they gain.
The studio’s flexible schedule includes evening and weekend hours, fitting various lifestyles. While most feedback is positive, some beginners find the studio’s location tricky to locate and a few noted organizational issues. Overall, Defy Gravity is celebrated for its inclusive and body-positive atmosphere.
Pros:
- Supportive and welcoming instructors
- Encouraging peer atmosphere
- Flexible schedule with evening and weekend hours
- Affordable introductory classes
- Body-positive and diverse environment
- Great for all skill levels
- Fun and creative fitness experience
- Instructors mindful of injuries
- Offers specialized classes for plus size
- Boosts self-confidence and body image
Cons:
- Difficult to find for newcomers
- Occasional organizational issues
- Class sizes can be large, reducing individual pole time
Location / Contact
- Address: 158 Lincoln Square, Urbana, IL 61801, United States
- Phone:+1 217-516-4613
- Email:[email protected]
- Website:defygravitycu.com
Rating Stats
Reviews (20)
Frequently Asked Questions
Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 4.8-star.
This business has 20 reviews.
The address is: 158 Lincoln Square, Urbana, IL 61801, United States .
The contact number is +1 217-516-4613
This service is listed under Gym .
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James Bolser
10 months ago
Would love to try to try pole work out
Chelsea Bushnell
11 months ago
Fun classes and community
Ellen Elghammer
1 year ago
It's a great environment to explore a new workout ! The pole classes are a lot of fun and the instructors are very supportive.
Genny Korn
1 year ago
The most supportive and amazing group of people that you will ever meet. The teachers are all wonderful and great at making aerial/pole/dance accessible to everyone that comes in. I cannot recommend Defy Gravity highly enough!
Krista Dawson
1 year ago
I love coming here for pole classes! The staff is amazing!
tank fly
1 year ago
Athena, was a great teacher! Highly recommend taking her pole fitness class!
Tasha Shea
1 year ago
This studio is amazing. I have had a blast at every class. I always end up surprising myself. The instructors are so encouraging and welcoming. I have learned so much self confidence from my classes here
Lauren D
1 year ago
I tried my first pole class here since it was only $10, and the whole experience was amazing! Rose Quartz is such a kind instructor and made me feel comfortable the entire session. I’ll totally return back here when I can!
Raven
1 year ago
A bit hard to find if you’re new to the area. Im not sure if this is a new establishment or not, but it feels very much like it is. I walked into a small entrance where there was coat hooks and a folding partition separating that space from the pole room. I attended a Pole Fundamentals class. The instructor was so so kind and encouraging. I also really loved the atmosphere from the other students. I did not like that we were told we could wash our hands in the kitchen and then find the kitchen to be very disorganized and messy. The poles were also stationary, which made every move more painful than necessary. However, please keep in mind that I’m a beginner and it may be customary to start with stationary poles. I have attended other studios that just felt cleaner and more organized.
McKenzie LaValle
2 years ago
Amazing place! A wonderful community and a fantastic workout. Defy Gravity is a diverse and open place where everyone is welcome.