Coaches
All of our pole fitness coaches are professionally trained and certified, which means they’ve been educated in anatomy and physiology and have refined their technique and flow in the art of pole. They understand that no two bodies are alike and will work with you to get you feeling fit and fabulous at the right pace. They bring a combined 15+ years of experience, so you can rest assured that your training experience will be top notch.
Amy Henderson “Mother”
FOUNDER OF STAR STATUS STUDIO
SPECIALIZATIONS:
Conditioning
Choreography
Conceptualizing
Strength Training
THE FIRST EVER
MISS TEXAS POLE STAR 2010
Amy Henderson definitely is a Pepper (One of a Kind) performer. She has performed and shared her knowledge of pole all around the world. She brings face, fierceness, strength, control and shivers every time she hits the stage. Serving C.U.N.T. (charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent) realness, you’ll be on the edge of your seat waiting to see what she will bring to the table.
Amy is a self-taught pole performer. She started in 2006 and learned from YouTube videos from other pole performers. Since then, she has competed in many competitions, gained respect from fellow artists and self -knowledge about herself as a person and performer.
Amy has been teaching since 2008 where she has touched thousands of lives through pole. She now wants to spread her love and knowledge to her community through pole :)
Tonya “Red” Guadiz
SPECIALIZATIONS:
Strength and Conditioning
Power Pole
Tonya "Red" began her pole and aerial journey 10 years ago when looking for an alternative to the gym. At first, she dabbled with all forms of ariel arts but quickly fell in love with pole and its athleticism and ability to instill self-confidence. She began competing in 2014. Over the years, she has placed in multiple competitions, winning the first ever Texas Aerial Fest in 2015 and PSO Masters Championships in 2017 and 2018.
After seeing how much growth and strength, both physically and mentally, pole encourages, she wants to share that experience and support others in their pole journey. No matter what you are looking for (strength, confidence, flexibility, friendship, a new hobby, or just a workout) there's something for everyone in pole. She keeps working towards her goal of becoming a stronger pole dancer and she hopes to share her passion and knowledge with others.
Jessica "Jasian" Smith
SPECIALIZATIONS:
Heels
Low Flow
Flexibility
Dance/Choreography
Jasian has been apart of dance her entire life. She has been apart of many dance groups where she has been trained in the many styles of hip hop. Her style of poling is dynamic and power. She specializes in heels, which she incorporates flow and sharp dance movements for dramatics, additional length, and kips!
Angela "L.A." Carter-Thomas
SPECIALIZATIONS:
Pole flow
Beginner Pole
Dance / Choreography
L.A. started her pole journey back in 2013 when she was invited to birthday party at a pole studio in Memphis, TN. She immediately fell in love with it. Soon after, she became a local favorite as an instructor for beginner pole and pole parties. L.A relocated to Dallas in 2015 where she met mother Amy who helped take her pole skills to the next level!
L.A. has performed in many shows locally. She competed and won first place in her division in the 2018 Dallas Pole Sport Organization Competition. L.A.’s goal as an instructor is to host classes that are supportive, build confidence, and provide a fun space for each student to learn and grow!
