Shelly moved to the Central Coast when she was five years old and has called it home ever since. She began taking local pole classes in 2011, and finally found a workout that she enjoyed doing and could stick to. When the studio she attended closed, she stepped up to open Flip Tease, helping ensure that pole dance classes remained available on the Central Coast.

Shelly describes her style as “unstyled,” but as Flip Tease’s resident Sexify instructor, she’s known for seamlessly blending sensual floor work into dance. Her favorite thing about pole is that while it may be an individual sport, the sense of community makes it feel like so much more. Sassy and sarcastic, if you appreciate a teacher with a little snark you’ll feel right at home in Shelly’s classes. 

When she’s not at the studio, you can usually find her reading or embracing her role as “Monster” to her grandkids. She’s currently on the hunt for new hobbies, so if you see her around the studio, feel free to send some suggestions her way!

Certifications:

Pole Fitness Studio Basic Certification Level 1-4

Vertical Art Athletics Vertical Foundations

Sexify Fundamentals

Cleo's Rock N Pole Spin Pole - Beginner

Liquid Motion 

CPR/AED/First Aid Certified