Tracey Simmonds - PDC Approved 4 Star Pole Dancing Instructor.
Tracey Simmonds is renowned throughout the pole dancing industry for her amazing pole skills and extreme professionalism.
Tracey runs the Pole Studio South Africa in Pretoria. Tracey received her references from fellow PDC Approved Instructors Sarah Brown and Sam Remmer.
Reference from Sarah Brown - The Pole Studio UK "Tracey Simmonds is one of the most professional, approachable and experienced pole instructors in the world. She teaches all levels, all over the world, from one to one’s, to master-classes. She has also produced her own instructional DVD series, which are very popular. She also wrote The Pole Studio’s REPS approved instructor training programmes, for Levels 1 to 3, which took nearly two years. Each programme has been awarded 16 CPD REPS points, a mark of Tracey’s experience and knowledge on teaching pole fitness."
Reference from Sam Remmer - The Art of Dance "Tracey Simmonds is a perfect example of a PDC Approved 4 star pole dancing instructor. Tracy is not only passionate about pole dancing but she is an accomplished performer and master teacher.
Tracey is constantly undertaking continuing professional development as well as partaking in numerous public experiences from expo's to competitions where she showcases her amazing blend of strength, flexibility and stage presence.
Tracey is an innovator within the industry and she will be a fabulous asset to the ever growing Pole Dance Community."
Tracey's Pole Dancing CV
Fitness/Pole Qualifications:
Pilates Unlimited Equipment Instructor Certification 2019
Pilates Unlimited Mat Instructor Certification 2019
Senior Fitness Speciality (ACE) 2018
IPSF Certified Level 2 Pole Sports Judge (IPSF) 2018
BASI Pilates Mat Instructor Certification (BASI) 2017
Barre Concept (REPS) 2016
Spinning Xpert (REPS) 2016
Exercise Diploma Personal Training (HFPA) 2014
Assessors Course (ETDP) (SETA) 2014
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CYQ) 2013
Gym Instructor Level 2 (CYQ) 2011
Exercise to Music Level 2 (CYMCA) 2006
Membership of Professional Bodies:
Pole Dance Community
Teaching History:
Instructor, course creator and instructor trainer for The Pole Studio since 2008.
Industry Contribution:
Competition Achievements:
Miss Pole Dance UK 2006
International Pole Champion 2012
Pole Art 2012
Pole Championship Series Africa 2016
Pole Championship Series USA 2017
Pole Theatre South Africa 2017
Judging Involvement:
IPSF National Pole Sports Championship Judge 2017
Pole & Aerial at Arnold Classic Africa 2019
Sponsorship:
Infinity Grip.
Pole Dancing Promotions Involvement:
Organiser of Pole & Aerial at Arnold Classic Africa.
Founder of Pole & Hoop Icon Competitions.
Co-Founder SA Pole Sports Federation 2011-2019.
Charity Involvement
Pole Unity South Africa Annual fundraiser 2010-2019.