ABOUT US
Fitness For ALL
Chrome House Studio is the premier destination for pole dance and dance fitness. Our Pole and Dance classes are designed to empower and challenge our students to feel confident in exploring their strength and sensuality. Our small group fitness classes are high-intensity and have been designed with the goal of torching calories and building strength. Our instructors are highly qualified, experienced, and dedicated to providing a unique experience for our students. Each class is tailored to the individual, ensuring that our students get the most out of their experience. We strive to create a safe, welcoming space for students of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds to come together and have fun while learning.
MEET THE TEAM
Sam
Samantha (Co-Owner, Pole Strength & Conditioning Coach) is a nurse practitioner by day and fitness junkie by night! She has a background in division 2 soccer and became certified as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer in 2019. Samantha also began pole dancing in 2019 and holds certifications as an XPERT pole level 1&2 instructor, liquid motion level 1 instructor, and holds a certification as a Functional Nutrition Counselor.
Co-owner
Jas Rachelle
Jasmine (Co-Owner & Head Pole Coach ) has a dance foundation rooted in competition hip-hop and competitive cheerleading, and fearlessly embarked on a transformative journey in 2018, delving into the world of pole dancing. She is a trained pole dance instructor w/ a specialty in pole flow, twerk, liquid motion 1, liquid motion heels, and floorwork. Beyond her exceptional teaching skills, Jasmine's true mission lies in nurturing the souls of her students, instilling unwavering confidence that transcends the boundaries of the studio. As an advocate of body positivity, mental health, and the safe exploration of sensuality, she empowers her students to unleash their inner fire through the power of dance, leaving an indelible mark on their journey of self-discovery. Jasmine is currently in the process of obtaining her Masters in Social Work with a goal of becoming a Pole and Dance Therapist.
Co-owner
Rukiyi (Rook)
Rook found a love for dance at the age of three. She has been dancing with a number of dance groups in the Tri-State area for years professionally in all genres. Rook has gained most of her dance skill experiences through African People Action School, YMCA of Trenton, Devastation Dance Crew, Mercer County Technical School Dance program, Rutgers University School of Mason Gross, and Broadway Dance Center. With her passion for dance, Rook has worked and trained with a number of artists and upcoming artists throughout the dance, music, and film industry such as Anthony Burrel, Candace Brown, Kaelynn Gobert-Harris, Yanis Marshall, Aisha Francis, Rob Hynes, Janelle Cambridge, Kiira Harper, Kodak Black, Dani Leigh, and a whole lot more. She has made appearances on BET Wild’n Out Wednesday, NY Apollo, multiple World of Dance, and Good Morning America. Her goal as a dance instructor is to uplift and motivate those through movement to become the most bold and confident person they can be when performing. She’s an energetic person who enjoys challenging herself and her students. As a Health Educator and Fitness workout lover, she hopes to inspire each person one moving bone at a time.
Dance Instructor
Celine
Celine has been passionately pole dancing for just over two years, during which she has developed a deep love for all aspects of the art, particularly in mastering new spins and dynamic combinations. Beyond her pole journey, Celine proudly served in the U.S Air Force for more than six years and currently works in the Contingency Response Unit, where she plays a vital role in swiftly addressing emergencies, disaster relief efforts, and humanitarian missions. Her primary focus in the military is Air Transportation. Celine’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable; she has evolved from a motivated student into an aspiring instructor dedicated to helping others step out of their comfort zones, flourish in their pole practice, and unveil a new version of themselves.
Pole Instructor
Bria
Brianna “Bria” (Dance Coach) is a Trenton Native. She began dancing at the tender age of three. Her dance journey began with African Dance at the African Peoples Action School. She also attended Hammond Phelps Dance School where she was trained in ballet and tap. As a teenager, after being trained in Liturgical dance, Bria traveled locally and internationally teaching and choreographing in the ministry of dance. Her gift to teach and choreography has always been in demand. She taught and choreographed for Dance in the Spirit, Dance Ministries United, Caribbean Christian Dance Network and the like. She’s taught various dance styles in ballet, hip-hop, lyrical, tap, modern, jazz and heels at Dream Makers Dance Studios. She’s also choreographed many award winning dances for Dream Makers Dance Competition Team. Bria has trained under Latoya James, Cisco, Kiira Harper, Matt Steffanina, Kaelynn Harris and Arturo Mugler. She has her own dance brand entitled “Vibez w/ Anna” a heels and hip-hop discipline. Her future dance goal is to become a Dance Therapist. Bria’s dance style is a reflection of her personality which is angelic and fierce.
Dance Coach
Deidre
Deirdre (Pole Coach & Studio Administrator) is an interdisciplinary aerial dancer with a passion for pole and fitness. She is enthusiastic about sharing her joy of dancing with others. Her commitment to seeing the pole industry grow, inspired her to teach. When she isn’t completing community service projects or working as a data analyst, Deirdre is exploring her love for circus arts through learning new apparatuses and dance styles.
Flexibility Instructor
Sheeda
Sheeda is the studio assistant at Chrome House. She has been dancing for about 15 years and has been training in various dance styles for around 6 years. For the past year, she has also been a Zumba instructor. You’ll find her Zumba pop-ups on the schedule at Chrome House! She’s excited to meet you and hopes you’ll love it here as much as she does.
Zumba Instructor/Studio Assistant
Devra
Devra found aerials in 2016 after dancing and performing her whole life. She quickly fell in love with lyra, transitioning from a student to a performer and instructor at her old aerial gym in Nebraska. She has performed multiple times, from entertainment at parties to an original theatrical cirque show, and has been teaching lyra for over 5 years. She loves introducing people to the hoop and using aerial dance as a creative outlet.
Lyra Coach
Naomi
Naomi began her pole journey in 2011 as a way to rebuild strength and confidence after having to relearn how to walk following a serious illness while volunteering in the Amazon Rainforest. She fell in love with pole and the supportive community it fostered during her recovery. In 2022, just 10 months after undergoing unexpected open-heart surgery, Naomi competed with Pole Sport Organization and won first place in the Level 3 Championship category. Her personal experiences have shaped her teaching philosophy, where she emphasizes the importance of going at your own pace and recognizing that progress isn’t always linear. Naomi is passionate about helping students push beyond self-doubt, build resilience, adn discover their inner strength, creating a space where they can gain confidence and celebrate every step of their journey.
Flex/Pole Instructor
Neka
Neka began her pole dance journey in 2022, drawn to the art’s unique fusion of strength, sensuality, and storytelling. With a style rooted in intentional movement, Neka emphasizes fluid transitions, powerful tricks, and the beauty of savoring each movement. Neka emphasizes fluid transitions, powerful tricks, and the beauty of savoring each movement. Her approach centers on evoking intimacy, connection, and empowerment, celebrating personal expression and the transformative power of vulnerability. As an instructor, Neka is dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment, encouraging students to explore their creativity, build confidence, and discover their own unique voice through pole.
Pole Instructor
Amira
Back in 2015, Amira had a New Year’s Resolution to take some pole dancing classes after seeing a pole dancing video online. She eventually started pole dancing classes in November of 2015 and fell in love with all that pole had to offer; building strength, creativity, dancing and flow, but most of all, the camaraderie and community. She got her intro to pole teacher training certificate late last year and is continuing her level 1-2 training certifications. She has already fallen in love with teaching in this short period and loves being a part of the Chrome House Family!
