Heidi Coker began pole dancing the summer of 2009. A competitive gymnast until the age of 21, athletics were a strong part of her upbringing. Aſter seeing an episode of “Oprah” showcasing pole dancing and female empowerment, she was instantly intrigued. Enjoying dance, yoga and other creative outlets for exercise, pole was a perfect match. Aſter poling for a year, she submitted for a competition and was stunned when she found out she was accepted!! From there, her competitive life in pole began. Heidi believes pole is a sport where you can play to your strengths, and a perfect arena for creativity and self-expression She enjoys challenging herself with new moves and adding acrobatics on and off the pole. Heidi teaches at PoleLaTeaz in Atlanta.
“The human body is amazing. We can learn to control our movement and investigate what’s possible. We can learn to bend,contort,and make fun shapes. And that my friend is pretty cool and fascinating stuff”