About Us

When I hear music it makes me want to DANCE. It's my passion. I have danced since I was 3 years old
and I plan on dancing until I am so old that I can't get out of my wheelchair. I have trained in ballet, tap,
jazz, clogging, gymnastics, hip hop, Hawaiian, flamenco, belly dancing, Tahitian, striptease, pole dancing,
and Latin dancing. I attended Purdue University and graduated in December 1996 with a bachelors degree
in accounting. Shortly after, I moved to Chicago and began my corporate career in August 1997. I
continued to take dance classes in my spare time, but always longed to become a dance instructor.

I was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease on July 3rd 2004. This is an auto-immune disease that attacks the
body through the digestive system and joints. This has been a struggle for me and my family for most of
my life. My mother, sister and cousin suffer from the disease. It's something that I have stuggled with
since. Pole Dancing has helped me build strength to help overcome the disease. One day I hope to be in
remission.

In January 2006, I was driving on my way to ballet class. I was frustrated that there was no where in
Chicago to take pole dance classes for the average, everyday woman. Pole dancing has been such a
craze in so many other major cities and worldwide. Why was it not really heard of in Chicago? I decided
that it was time for Chicago to have a place where women could experience the rush of spinning on a
pole, letting go of all inhibitions, and feeling the inner diva that they never knew was there. I wanted to
offer quality classes so that more women can build strength and feel better about their bodies.

I started POLE VELOCITY Dance and Fitness in June 2006. I have been several times to Los Angeles, CA
for pole dance instructor training and classes, as well as training on my own at home. In August 2006, I
trained in Las Vegas with Fawnia Mondey-Dietrich for a 3 day private pole dance instructor certification.
Fawnia Mondey-Dietrich is very well known as a Professional Pole Dancer and Instructor. She was one of
the pioneer pole dancers to start lessons and instructional DVD's for everyday women to learn the art of
pole dancing. In addition, I received my Fitness Instructor Certification from American Fitness
Professionals of America in October 2006.

On Sunday, September 11, 2006 hundreds of pole dancers around the world attempted to break the
Guinness Book of World Records for “the most people pole dancing at one time”. Katie Coates of Vertical
Dance in the U.K. organized the event, and made a simple routine that was performed at the same time to
the same music by women all over the world.   I happened to see an article in the Chicago Sun Times
promoting the event and immediately emailed to see if I could join in. Mary Ellyn Weissman of
Empowerment Through Exotic Dance in Chicago Heights, IL organized 8 ladies from the Chicago area for
the world record event. We practiced the night before and then got up early Sunday morning to perform.
It was so much fun, and I met some great new friends. For more information on the event visit: http://www.
verticaldance.com. The event was such a success that the second worldwide record breaking attempt
was made on December 2, 2007 around the world. Mary Ellyn Weissman organized a group of 28 dancers
including one male dancer. The event took place at the Drake Hotel in downtown Chicago with 3 pole
dance studios represented including 3 students from Pole Velocity Dance and Fitness.

I am also pleased to inform you that Saturday, November 11, 2006 was the launch of the International Pole
Federation in the U.S. East region. Mary Ellyn Weissman was appointed the IPF US - East Director and
organized the event. Pole dance schools from Wisconsin, Chicagoland area, and New York came together
to discuss the future of pole dancing. Fawnia Mondey-Dietrich also attended as the IPF US - West
Director. Future plans include: regional and international competitions, new safety and certification
standards for instructors, and standardizing the names for pole moves so that they will be universal all
over the world. During the evening we were able to network and watch performances by some of the pole
dance instructors. It is a great development for pole dancing.

The U.S. West region launch was held on February 28, 2007 in Las Vegas, NV. It was a huge success with
instructors attending from all over the U.S. Hopefully, the International Pole Federation will help people to
see that pole dancing truly is a sport and an art form. For information on the IPF visit: http://www.
polefederation.com/USA.

In April 2007, I attended the teacher certification training for Pole Position Fitness Studios and received my
certification in June 2007 as a Certified Pole Dance Instructor accredited by ACE. I also had the
opportunity in July 2007 to train with Katie Coates, the owner of Vertical Dance in the U.K. She is a
remarkable pole dancer and a true inspiration. Currently, I am a student at AMEBA which is an Acrobatic
and Aerial Dance Company in Chicago.   I am training on the trapeze, silks, and acrobatics. It's so inspiring
and challenging. It really does work well with pole dancing. I continue to train on my advanced pole dance
moves and building strength day by day.

In August 2008 Pole Velocity Dance and Fitness hosted a Master Class with Jenyne Butterfly form Studio
Mariposa in Las Vegas, NV. She is a remarkable pole dancer and cirque de sole performer. She was so
inspiring and we greatly appreciate the opportunity to have a class with her.

I received my ZUMBA® instructor certification on January 25, 2008, and I am very excited to begin
teaching ZUMBA® fitness classes. This is a great workout class that incorporates basic Latin dance
steps for a fun workout and dance class. It's a Party! Now offering classes on scheduled days.

I recently had the chance to train with Jamilla Deville in Las Vegas April 21-22nd, 2009. Jamilla is a
remarkable pole dancer from Sydney, Australia and received many titles in pole dance competitons. It
was great to meet new people and catch up with familiar faces also.

At Pole Velocity Dance and Fitness, I teach 4 Week Beginner Pole Dance Fundamental 1 and 2 classes,
Intermediate and Advanced Pole Dance Classes, Private and Semi-private lessons, Cardio Pole Dance
Classes, Intro to Pole Dance Classes, Ballet Pole Tango Classes, Pole Dance Boot Camp Classes, Just
Pole Tricks Classes, Sensual Chair Dance Classes, Bachelorette Parties and Private Group Lessons. The
beginner pole dance classes start with very basic moves and work up to spins, poses, transitions and
floor work. You will learn 20-30 different moves to make a whole routine at the end of the class series.
The class is fun, frustrating, exciting and empowering all at the same time. It is a great way to tone your
body and build strength. I encourage everyone in class to work at there own level so that they feel
comfortable.   The Intermediate and Advanced classes work on core strengthening technique and upper
arm strength. Intermediate and Advanced moves are taught which include inverts and poses.

I also hold classes at Discovery Center on the North side of Chicago. I have been with Discovery Center
since January 2008.

I am pleased to bring you a new relationship with Passion Parties by Darcy, create your own lingerie
parties by Evlove Intimates by Design, custom wine tasting parties by Vino Di Savino, and beauty and skin
care parties by Beauty Society.   Now you can have a complete party experience with a pole lesson and
adult toy party, lingerie party, wine tasting, and pamper yourself.

I am looking forward to many new adventures in the pole dancing world.

Best wishes,

Angela Reininga
Owner and Certified Instructor of Pole Velocity Dance and Fitness