Awaken your wild side on the longest, most magical weekend of the year.
Your experience includes:
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9+ hours of heels pole workshops with incredible international pole instructors Amanda Cairos, Dalma Uliambre and Stephiie AJ
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Train in small groups (maximum 8 per class), across 2 beautiful studios
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Immerse yourself in the famous Lake District, UNESCO World Heritage Site
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3 nights in unique Scandinavian style self catering lodges in Carnforth
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Pool, gym and sauna onsite
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Solstice celebrations including a boat trip on Lake Windermere, sunset meditation and crystal sound bath on the coast, and cyanotype session
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Yoga session personalised for post-pole training with pole, dance and yoga instructor, Soozi Kay
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Professional outdoor pole photoshoot in stunning surroundings with 3 final edits
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Midsummers eve meal and intention setting at an independent restaurant loved by locals
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Goody bag and exclusive merch
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Studio drinks and snacks
Award winning instructors
Signature workshops from instructors across the world, designed for intermediate and above technique freaks. Master precision and personal style at an international level in two studios local to the Lakes.
International Guest Instructor
Amanda is known for her unforgettable stage characters and distinctive legwork style, blending flow, edgework, and musical footwork.
Used to the international stage, Amanda has judged, coached, and won competitions across the world. Now's your chance to cast spells from her School of Legwork Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Krakentology: Complex legwork and tantalising edgework. The ultimate art of the Octopussy Queen!
Heels Technocracy: Unlock the secrets to graceful movements from pole to floor, including mesmerising pointework and edgework.
International Guest Instructor
With Dalma, you don't just learn steps, you curate entire experiences. Inspired by the emotion and connection behind every movement, Dalma teaches you to flow with precision and ease.
Multi competition winning, internationally recognised pole heels instructor, Dalma is celebrated for her expressive, sensual style and mesmerising stage presence, inspiring students worldwide to dance with confidence, intention and authenticity.
This will be Dalma's first time teaching in the UK and we can't wait to have her!
Controlled Heat: Learn to manage heat in the body to create intentional, precise, flowing movements.
Burning Desire: Choreography focussed, exploring sensuality, musicality and visible intensity.
Retreat Curator and Instructor
Renowned for her powerful heelwork, fluid strength transitions, and emotionally charged performances, Stephiie blends strength with softness and technique with expression.
Stephiie is an award-winning performer and experienced coach who helps you build confidence, turn movement into storytelling, and develop your own unique pole style.
Fractured flow: Focusing on precision and flow, we're blending grounded frame-up inspired movement with power and elegance to truly captivate your audience. Every detail matters, from the extension of our lines to the precision of our legwork.
SXY tricks: Perfect your sexy tricks and techniques! This class is designed to get you feeling super confident executing tricks and strength based movements in heels.
What's included
Packages provide a fully immersive solstice experience, from serene lakeside accommodation and world class workshops, to solstice socials and sacred celebrations. Every element is included in your package.
You can either pay in full or pay just a 50% deposit upfront with the amount remaining due on 8th May, 6 weeks prior to the retreat. We will contact you regarding the final payment in May.
Terms and conditions apply.
Single bed in shared room
£945 per person
Single bed in a twin room. Share with someone you know or we can pair you!
Double room for 2 polers
£945 £870 per person (£1740 total)
Coming with a friend? Share your own double room with a comfy double bed.
Private double room for 1 poler
£1195 per person
Enjoy the room all to yourself! Book your own private room with a double bed.
Non poler
£295 per person
Bringing a partner or friend to share your private double? Grab them this ticket.
Your daily ritual
Balancing peace, connection and new experiences. We'll arrange every last detail to make sure you get the most out of your trip, no planning needed.
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Day One
Saturday
Meet for a 2-course welcome lunch at a local, independent restaurant to set intentions for the trip ahead.
Check into your cabin accommodation and make yourself at home at the on site swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and gym.
We'll begin midsummer celebrations with your first basework tricks workshop with Stephiie AJ.
Day Two
Sunday
Start your morning with two back to back pole workshops with Amanda Cairos; Krakentology and Heels Technocracy, before exploring the beautiful market town of Kendal and choosing from a range of delicious lunch options.
Create a pole inspired print under the sun in our cyanotype solstice session with Daisy Bow.
Delve into the details with Stephiie for the afternoon in her famous sexy tricks workshop.
Guided meditation with a crystal sound bath will help you unwind, ready for day 3 of activities.
Day Three
Monday
Dalma will take you through Burning Desire and Controlled Heat workshops before returning for lunch and to get ready.
Professional photos of you will be taken in beautiful Lake District surroundings at golden hour. You'll receive 3 final edits when you return from the retreat.
Explore nearby forests, lakes, restaurants, shops and cafes.
Take in the best views of Lake Windermere from our boat trip, as you watch the sun set.
Day Four
Tuesday
Relax at the spa facilities before checking out.
Unwind in yoga with yoga and pole instructor, Soozi Kay. As a pole instructor herself, Soozi knows how to design a session especially for recovering pole dancers!
Time to explore any parts of the Lake District you haven't yet before heading home with your new heels tricks and spells.
Explore the Lake District, UNESCO World Heritage Site
You don't need to catch a flight to feel out of this world. Haven't visited the lake district before? Trust us!
Lake Windermere
Lake Windermere, the closest to your accommodation, is the most loved in the district.
Visit Wray Castle, Beatrix Potter's Hill Top Gallery, The Arts and Crafts House, or one of the many cafes, gift shops, restaurants, or pubs.
Stone Circles
There's plenty of stone circles, thought to be used for rituals and gatherings over 4,000 years ago, to visit in the Lakes.
Surrounded by mountains with 38 stones up to 10 feet tall, Castlerigg is one of Britain's oldest stone circles.
Keswick and Bassenthwaite
Keswick is a bustling market town in the north lake district, with Derwentwater just a 10 minute walk away.
You can paddleboard, kayak, row, or rest with a lakeside drink or visit the alapaca's at Alpacaly Ever After.
Stargazing and dark skies
The secluded valleys are ideal for stargazing, with some of the darkest skies in the country.
Wasdale, Grizedale Forest, Ennerdale and Borrowdale Valley are some of the favourite spots. Bring binoculars!
Distilleries and Breweries
Enjoy The Lake Distrillery with the Lakes finest drinks and seasonal meals.
Black Cat Distillery showcases various artisan products and is set within medieval ruins in Penrith.
We curate holistic retreats for pole dancers, combining the opportunity to learn from incredible instructors with unique, freeing experiences.
POLEstice is a celebration of what your mind and body can do, both on and off the pole, marking the longest days, nights and pole experiences of the year.
This retreat is ideal for intermediate and advanced heels dancers. You should be confident with different grips and pirouettes on the pole. If you're not sure whether you're at the right level, contact us.
Your lakeside cabin accommodation is based in Carnforth, a short drive from our studios and the Lake District. Our activities and photoshoot will take place in the Lake District with designated free time for you to explore.
All accommodation, workshops, activities, and entertainment are included with your package.
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9+ hours of heels pole workshops with Stephiie AJ, Amanda Cairos and Dalma Uliambre
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Lakeside yoga with Soozi Kay
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3 nights in unique Scandinavian style self catering lodges on Pine Lake, near the Lake District
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Pool, gym and sauna access onsite
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Solstice celebrations including a boat trip on Lake Windermere, sunset meditation and crystal sound bath on the coast, and cyanotype session
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Professional outdoor pole photoshoot in stunning surroundings with 3 final edits
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Midsummer meal at the famous Brief Encounter restaurant
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Goody bag and exclusive merch
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Studio drinks and snacks
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You can travel by train, car, coach or flight.
By train
You can get the train to Carnforth train station which is just a few minutes from our accommodation.
Flying solo without a car? Get in touch with us and we'll see how we can help.
By car
Carnforth is easily accessible by car, which will also give you complete freedom around the Lake District.
By flight
Fly into Manchester Airport, where there is a direct train to Carnforth train station a few minutes from our accommodation.
We offer pole packages including all workshops, activities, and accommodation. If you want to bring a friend or partner with you, you can book your own private double room with an additional non-poler ticket for them - they will be able to attend all activities and the welcome meal.
Yes! Your 3 nights stay at beautiful lakeside cabin accommodation is included in your package.
Please note that non poler tickets can only be purchased in conjunction with a private double room.
Yes! From meditation and yoga sessions, to professional photoshoots and boat trips, every workshop and activity is included in your package. No add ons are required.
Please note the non poler package does not include pole workshops.
Of course! Plenty of polers choose to attend alone and highly recommend it - the whole point is to meet like minded people.
We can pair you with another poler in a shared twin room, or if you want more privacy, you can book your own private double.
Our goal is to create an inclusive, welcoming, warm space to connect with others and feel at ease.
Absolutely. Just book a private double room and a non poler ticket for your friend/ partner/ companion and they can take part in all of our activities.
Absolutely! You can either book a shared double room, or book 2 single bed in shared room spaces and email us polestice@gmail.com who you want to share with.
9 hours of heels pole dance workshops are included, each workshop is 90 minutes. A professional outdoor pole photoshoot is included, as well as meditation and yoga sessions.
Frequently asked questions
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