Queer Pole Play – Gender F*ckeryQueer Pole Play has evolved through multiple formats, from its playful beginnings to editions exploring sensuality, slinkiness, and the fluid performance of masc. This format brings these threads together in a pole workshop that celebrates gender fluidity, self-expression, and joyful embodiment.QPP Gender F*ckery invites queer, trans, non-binary, and intersex peeps – especially Black, brown, indigenous, neurodivergent and fat / larger-bodied people – whose bodies and experiences are often underrepresented in pole spaces to explore movement and their unique connection to the pole. The focus is on curiosity, play, and permission: breaking open gender stereotypes or leaning into them, blending power with softness, and finding pleasure in movement that refuses to fit a single frame. After the introduction Michelle (they/them/M) will facilitate about 80 minutes guided learning of pole and floor work technique with a playful and exploratory approach, creating a safeR space to engage with your body, be curious, and express creativity outside of binary norms. M teaches in German and English adjusted to the participants.What to Bring:Clothes you can move in freely and that make you feel goodShorts if you’d like to learn body/leg grip techniquesA top that covers your shouldersClean sneakers and/or Stripper Heels (like Pleasers) Kneepads (recommended to protect knees during floor work)SocksWater bottle and maybe a snackWorkshop fee in cashPlease bring cash and arrive 10 minutes before the workshop starts to get settled in so we can begin on time.Base Price & PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN: Please bring cash!The base price is € 16. Please use the following guidelines to determine your payment.The base price is intentionally set low to ensure accessibility for all queer individuals, especially for those who haven’t attended a pole dance course due to financial barriers. The Pay-What-You-Can option acknowledges the range of economic situations as well as the impact of intersectional discrimination and systemic barriers. Pole dance spaces can be especially challenging for individuals who are part of the TIN* (trans*, inter* and non-binary), BIPOC, and/or neurodivergent communities, as well as those who experience discrimination due to body size and appearance. This option is especially for you if you belong to one (or more) of these groups and face financial hardship (see explanation here).If you're able and would like to help make these workshops more accessible to others, please consider paying more than the recommended amount to support the community.Learn more in the Info Doc:For detailed guidelines on studio location, payment, the SafeR Space Acknowledgement, and additional workshop details, please check out this document (Deutsch & English).Cancellation Policy:If you sign up but can’t attend, please cancel with the link in your sign-up confirmation mail. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the workshop require covering the base price or finding a replacement (if there is a waitlist Michelle can help with that). No-shows will also be required to cover the base price.

Queer Pole Play – **Gender F*ckery**

Queer Pole Play has evolved through multiple formats, from its playful beginnings to editions exploring sensuality, slinkiness, and the fluid performance of masc. This format brings these threads together in a pole workshop that celebrates gender fluidity, self-expression, and joyful embodiment.

QPP Gender F*ckery invites queer, trans, non-binary, and intersex peeps – especially Black, brown, indigenous, neurodivergent and fat / larger-bodied people – whose bodies and experiences are often underrepresented in pole spaces to explore movement and their unique connection to the pole. The focus is on curiosity, play, and permission: breaking open gender stereotypes or leaning into them, blending power with softness, and finding pleasure in movement that refuses to fit a single frame.

After the introduction Michelle (they/them/M) will facilitate about 80 minutes guided learning of pole and floor work technique with a playful and exploratory approach, creating a safeR space to engage with your body, be curious, and express creativity outside of binary norms.

M teaches in German and English adjusted to the participants.

What to Bring:

Clothes you can move in freely and that make you feel good
Shorts if you’d like to learn body/leg grip techniques
A top that covers your shoulders
Clean sneakers and/or Stripper Heels (like Pleasers)
Kneepads (recommended to protect knees during floor work)
Socks
Water bottle and maybe a snack
Workshop fee in cash

Please bring cash and arrive 10 minutes before the workshop starts to get settled in so we can begin on time.

Base Price & PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN: Please bring cash!

The base price is € 16. Please use the following guidelines to determine your payment.

The base price is intentionally set low to ensure accessibility for all queer individuals, especially for those who haven’t attended a pole dance course due to financial barriers. The Pay-What-You-Can option acknowledges the range of economic situations as well as the impact of intersectional discrimination and systemic barriers. Pole dance spaces can be especially challenging for individuals who are part of the TIN* (trans*, inter* and non-binary), BIPOC, and/or neurodivergent communities, as well as those who experience discrimination due to body size and appearance. This option is especially for you if you belong to one (or more) of these groups and face financial hardship (see explanation here).

If you're able and would like to help make these workshops more accessible to others, please consider paying more than the recommended amount to support the community.

Learn more in the Info Doc:

For detailed guidelines on studio location, payment, the SafeR Space Acknowledgement, and additional workshop details, please check out this document (Deutsch & English).

Cancellation Policy:

If you sign up but can’t attend, please cancel with the link in your sign-up confirmation mail. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the workshop require covering the base price or finding a replacement (if there is a waitlist Michelle can help with that). No-shows will also be required to cover the base price.

Queer Pole Play 2-week Pride Month Special @PoleKollektiv

120 minutes

Pole Kollektiv - Lerchenfelderstraße 129, 1070 Wien

Queer Pole Play – Pride Month SpecialPlease read carefully: This special takes place over two consecutive weeks on 28.6. & 5.7. Sessions build on each other.Drop-in spots may be available about one week before each session, if space permits.QPP Pride Month Special invites queer*, trans, non-binary, and intersex peeps – especially Black, brown, indigenous, neurodivergent and fat / larger-bodied people – whose bodies and experiences are often underrepresented in pole spaces to explore movement and their unique connection to the pole. The focus is on curiosity, play, and permission: breaking open gender stereotypes or leaning into them, blending power with softness, and finding pleasure in movement that refuses to fit a single frame. After the introduction Michelle (they/them/M) will facilitate about 80 minutes guided learning of pole and floor work technique (including heels/sneaker specifics) with a playful and exploratory approach, creating a safeR space to engage with your body, be curious, and express creativity outside of binary norms. At the end there will be time to explore on your own, connect with others or just hang. M teaches in German and English adjusted to the participants.*M defines “queer” for this session as anyone who identifies anywhere within the LGBTQIA* spectrum.Do I need pole experience for this workshop? Nope, no specific movement experience, just curiosity needed. What if I already have pole skills, is this workshop for me? Yes definitely! If you are interested in gender f*ckery and exploring your existing skills, this workshop offers space to play, unlearn, and expand your practice in a queer-centered environment.What to Bring:Clothes you can move in freely and that make you feel good/sexy/comfortable. And a top that covers your shoulders.A top that covers your shouldersShorts if you’d like to learn body/leg grip techniquesKneepads (recommended to protect knees during floor work)Footwear: Clean sneakers, Stripper Heels (like Pleasers) and/or socksWater bottle and maybe a snackWorkshop fee in cashPlease bring cash and arrive 10 minutes before the workshop starts to get settled in so we can begin on time.Base Price & PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN: Please bring cash! The base price for two 2h-sessions is € 32. Please use the following guidelines to determine your payment.The base price is intentionally set low to ensure accessibility for all queer individuals, especially for those who haven’t attended a pole dance course due to financial barriers.The Pay-What-You-Can option acknowledges the range of economic situations as well as the impact of intersectional discrimination and systemic barriers. Pole dance spaces can be especially challenging for individuals who are part of the TIN* (trans*, inter* and non-binary), BIPOC, and/or neurodivergent communities, as well as those who experience discrimination due to body size and appearance. This option is especially for you if you belong to one (or more) of these groups and face financial hardship (see explanation here).If you're able and would like to help make these workshops more accessible to others, please consider paying more than the recommended amount to support the community.More Info:For detailed guidelines on payment, the SafeR Space Acknowledgement, and additional workshop details, please check out this document.Cancellation Policy for events with consequitive dates:If you sign up but can’t attend, please cancel with the link in your sign-up confirmation mail. Cancellations made less than 1 week before the first event require covering half of the base price or finding a replacement (if there is a waitlist Michelle can help with that). Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the event require covering the full base price or finding a replacement (if there is a waitlist Michelle can help with that).No-shows will also be required to cover the full base price.

Queer Pole Play – Pride Month Special

Please read carefully: This special takes place over two consecutive weeks on 28.6. & 5.7. Sessions build on each other.

Drop-in spots may be available about one week before each session, if space permits.

QPP Pride Month Special invites queer*, trans, non-binary, and intersex peeps – especially Black, brown, indigenous, neurodivergent and fat / larger-bodied people – whose bodies and experiences are often underrepresented in pole spaces to explore movement and their unique connection to the pole. The focus is on curiosity, play, and permission: breaking open gender stereotypes or leaning into them, blending power with softness, and finding pleasure in movement that refuses to fit a single frame.

After the introduction Michelle (they/them/M) will facilitate about 80 minutes guided learning of pole and floor work technique (including heels/sneaker specifics) with a playful and exploratory approach, creating a safeR space to engage with your body, be curious, and express creativity outside of binary norms. At the end there will be time to explore on your own, connect with others or just hang.

M teaches in German and English adjusted to the participants.

*M defines “queer” for this session as anyone who identifies anywhere within the LGBTQIA* spectrum.

Do I need pole experience for this workshop? Nope, no specific movement experience, just curiosity needed.

What if I already have pole skills, is this workshop for me? Yes definitely! If you are interested in gender f*ckery and exploring your existing skills, this workshop offers space to play, unlearn, and expand your practice in a queer-centered environment.

What to Bring:

Clothes you can move in freely and that make you feel good/sexy/comfortable. And a top that covers your shoulders.
A top that covers your shoulders
Shorts if you’d like to learn body/leg grip techniques
Kneepads (recommended to protect knees during floor work)
Footwear: Clean sneakers, Stripper Heels (like Pleasers) and/or socks
Water bottle and maybe a snack
Workshop fee in cash

Please bring cash and arrive 10 minutes before the workshop starts to get settled in so we can begin on time.

Base Price & PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN: Please bring cash!

The base price for two 2h-sessions is € 32. Please use the following guidelines to determine your payment.

The base price is intentionally set low to ensure accessibility for all queer individuals, especially for those who haven’t attended a pole dance course due to financial barriers.

The Pay-What-You-Can option acknowledges the range of economic situations as well as the impact of intersectional discrimination and systemic barriers. Pole dance spaces can be especially challenging for individuals who are part of the TIN* (trans*, inter* and non-binary), BIPOC, and/or neurodivergent communities, as well as those who experience discrimination due to body size and appearance. This option is especially for you if you belong to one (or more) of these groups and face financial hardship (see explanation here).

If you're able and would like to help make these workshops more accessible to others, please consider paying more than the recommended amount to support the community.

More Info:

For detailed guidelines on payment, the SafeR Space Acknowledgement, and additional workshop details, please check out this document.

Cancellation Policy for events with consequitive dates:

If you sign up but can’t attend, please cancel with the link in your sign-up confirmation mail. Cancellations made less than 1 week before the first event require covering half of the base price or finding a replacement (if there is a waitlist Michelle can help with that). Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the event require covering the full base price or finding a replacement (if there is a waitlist Michelle can help with that).

No-shows will also be required to cover the full base price.

Take Up Space! & let's fill it with queer joy | a movement workshop

120 minutes

Golden Ape Studio – Schüttelstraße 37/8, 1030 Wien

& let's fill it with queer joyThis workshop invites queer peeps to experience movement as play and dialogue, with the space, the music, and each other.Instead of striving for a specific aesthetic, the focus is on sensation and discovering your own movement possibilities. Curiosity and playfulness lead the way, because there's no single "right way" to move. Through exploration, improvisation, and guided prompts, you'll discover what kinds of movements feel good in your body and bring you joy. Turned inward or carried outward. Slow or fast. All kinds of joy are welcome.This workshop includes moments of solo exploration as well as invitations to work in pairs or with the group. M will guide this workshop in English and German, adapting to participant preferences. Their teaching is grounded in consent-based practice, collaboration and a learner-centered approach.No specific movement experience, just curiosity needed. Queer peeps only. All queer bodies and all identities are welcome. Unsure if you are queer enough? Yes you are welcome!What to bring:Comfortable clothing you can move in freelySomething to take notes withA waterbottleA snack (optional)Contribution € 20-45This workshop has a sliding scale to acknowledge the range of economic situations as well as the impact of intersectional discrimination and systemic barriers. Many movement spaces can be especially challenging for individuals who are part of the TIN* (trans*, inter* and non-binary), BIPOC, and/or neurodivergent communities, as well as those who experience discrimination due to body size and appearance.Please choose a contribution that works best for you.After signing up you'll receive a confirmation with bank transfer details. If a bank transfer is not accessible for you, please reach out and you can pay in cash on the day of the event. Please be aware that cancellation policies still apply.Workshop Space & AccessbilityThis workshop happens in collaboration with Golden Ape Studio (1030). Their vision is to create a space for embodying community celebration, healing and liberation through bringing our diverse and vast area of knowledge, experience. At the core of this vision is the commitment to creating a safe(r), non-judgmental, and welcoming environment where people feel seen and respected. The studio is located on the first floor without an elevator. There is one small gender neutral toilet. M will guide this workshop in English and German, adapting to participant preferences. Learn more about the space here.HealthPlease be aware that any kind of movement and physical activity comes with some risk. If you have specific needs or there is anything you'd like M to know about, please reach out beforehand. If you are unsure whether you are physically ready for this workshop, please consult your general practitioner before attending.Cancellation PolicyIf you sign up but can't attend, please cancel using the link in your confirmation email. Cancellations made more than 7 days before the workshop will receive a full refund. After that, spots are non-refundable but can be transferred to another person, if there is a waitlist, Michelle can help with that. No-shows will also be required to cover the workshop contribution.

& let's fill it with queer joy

This workshop invites queer peeps to experience movement as play and dialogue, with the space, the music, and each other.

Instead of striving for a specific aesthetic, the focus is on sensation and discovering your own movement possibilities. Curiosity and playfulness lead the way, because there's no single "right way" to move. Through exploration, improvisation, and guided prompts, you'll discover what kinds of movements feel good in your body and bring you joy. Turned inward or carried outward. Slow or fast. All kinds of joy are welcome.

This workshop includes moments of solo exploration as well as invitations to work in pairs or with the group. M will guide this workshop in English and German, adapting to participant preferences. Their teaching is grounded in consent-based practice, collaboration and a learner-centered approach.

No specific movement experience, just curiosity needed. Queer peeps only. All queer bodies and all identities are welcome. Unsure if you are queer enough? Yes you are welcome!

What to bring:

Comfortable clothing you can move in freely
Something to take notes with
A waterbottle
A snack (optional)

Contribution € 20-45

This workshop has a sliding scale to acknowledge the range of economic situations as well as the impact of intersectional discrimination and systemic barriers.

Many movement spaces can be especially challenging for individuals who are part of the TIN* (trans*, inter* and non-binary), BIPOC, and/or neurodivergent communities, as well as those who experience discrimination due to body size and appearance.

Please choose a contribution that works best for you.

After signing up you'll receive a confirmation with bank transfer details. If a bank transfer is not accessible for you, please reach out and you can pay in cash on the day of the event. Please be aware that cancellation policies still apply.

Workshop Space & Accessbility

This workshop happens in collaboration with Golden Ape Studio (1030). Their vision is to create a space for embodying community celebration, healing and liberation through bringing our diverse and vast area of knowledge, experience. At the core of this vision is the commitment to creating a safe(r), non-judgmental, and welcoming environment where people feel seen and respected.

The studio is located on the first floor without an elevator. There is one small gender neutral toilet. M will guide this workshop in English and German, adapting to participant preferences.

Learn more about the space here.

Health

Please be aware that any kind of movement and physical activity comes with some risk. If you have specific needs or there is anything you'd like M to know about, please reach out beforehand. If you are unsure whether you are physically ready for this workshop, please consult your general practitioner before attending.

Cancellation Policy

If you sign up but can't attend, please cancel using the link in your confirmation email. Cancellations made more than 7 days before the workshop will receive a full refund. After that, spots are non-refundable but can be transferred to another person, if there is a waitlist, Michelle can help with that. No-shows will also be required to cover the workshop contribution.

Drop In QPP Pride Month Special @PoleKollektiv

120 minutes

Pole Kollektiv - Lerchenfelderstraße 129, 1070 Wien

Drop In QPP – Pride Month SpecialThis special takes place over two consecutive weeks on 28.6. & 5.7. Sessions build on each other. Drop-in spots may be available about one week before each session, if space permits.Read more here.Please bring cash and arrive 10 minutes before the workshop starts to get settled in so we can begin on time.Base Price & PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN: Please bring cash! The base price for two 2h-sessions is € 16. Please use the following guidelines to determine your payment.The base price is intentionally set low to ensure accessibility for all queer individuals, especially for those who haven’t attended a pole dance course due to financial barriers. The Pay-What-You-Can option acknowledges the range of economic situations as well as the impact of intersectional discrimination and systemic barriers. Pole dance spaces can be especially challenging for individuals who are part of the TIN* (trans*, inter* and non-binary), BIPOC, and/or neurodivergent communities, as well as those who experience discrimination due to body size and appearance. This option is especially for you if you belong to one (or more) of these groups and face financial hardship (see explanation here).If you're able and would like to help make these workshops more accessible to others, please consider paying more than the recommended amount to support the community.More Info:For detailed guidelines on payment, the SafeR Space Acknowledgement, and additional workshop details, please check out this document.Cancellation Policy:If you sign up but can’t attend, please cancel with the link in your sign-up confirmation mail. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the workshop require covering the base price or finding a replacement (if there is a waitlist Michelle can help with that). No-shows will also be required to cover the base price.

Drop In QPP – Pride Month Special

This special takes place over two consecutive weeks on 28.6. & 5.7. Sessions build on each other. Drop-in spots may be available about one week before each session, if space permits.

More Info:

For detailed guidelines on payment, the SafeR Space Acknowledgement, and additional workshop details, please check out this document.

Cancellation Policy:

If you sign up but can’t attend, please cancel with the link in your sign-up confirmation mail. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the workshop require covering the base price or finding a replacement (if there is a waitlist Michelle can help with that). No-shows will also be required to cover the base price.

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Queer Pole Play – Gender F*ckery

What to Bring:

Base Price & PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN: Please bring cash!

Learn more in the Info Doc:

Cancellation Policy:

Queer Pole Play – Pride Month Special

Please read carefully: This special takes place over two consecutive weeks on 28.6. & 5.7. Sessions build on each other.

Drop-in spots may be available about one week before each session, if space permits.

More Info:

& let's fill it with queer joy

Contribution € 20-45

Workshop Space & Accessbility

Health

Cancellation Policy

Drop In QPP – Pride Month Special

This special takes place over two consecutive weeks on 28.6. & 5.7. Sessions build on each other. Drop-in spots may be available about one week before each session, if space permits.

Read more here.

More Info:

Cancellation Policy:

Queer Pole Play – **Gender F*ckery**