I HELP WOMEN EMBODY THEIR FEMININITY
My mission is to help women embody their femininity through the practice of pole dance, and to create a community where women celebrate, empower, and support one another.
In many social, relational, and cultural contexts, femininity is often suppressed, leaving many individuals unaware of their disconnection from this vital part of themselves. I believe that femininity is sacred and deserves to be honoured, embraced and respected.
Pole dance was a transformative experience for me, reconnecting me with my own femininity and inspiring a newfound purpose: to help other women rediscover their sacred, divine femininity. There is so much power in re-establishing this connection, and immense healing that comes from embodying it.
Furthermore, I am dedicated to cultivating a supportive environment where women uplift each other, rather than constantly compete. My intention is to create a safe space and a nurturing community to facilitate this empowerment.
MY JOURNEY
Gymnastics coach
– GYMNASTICS COACH –
In 2010, I began coaching gymnastics. Drawing from my background in power tumbling, where I competed at the national level, I specialized in teaching tumbling-based skills. I completed my Level 3 gymnastics coaching certification and have 10+ years of experience coaching gymnastics full-time. This journey allowed me to coach athletes of all ages and skill levels, from recreational participants to competitive athletes at the provincial level. I also provided private training for dancers, cheerleaders, and other gymnasts, helping them refine their skills.
Coaching gymnastics paved the way for my career in coaching, teaching, and mentoring in the fitness world. It established the foundation for my teaching approach, equipping me with an in-depth understanding of body mechanics, how to work with different body types, and invaluable coaching techniques that I continue to use today.
Yoga teacher &
handstand coach
– YOGA TEACHER + HANDSTAND COACH –
During my gymnastics coaching career, I was introduced to yoga. After establishing a consistent practice over the course of a year, it blossomed into a passion that led me to pursue teaching. In 2015, I completed my 200-hour yoga teacher training, eventually earning my E-RYT 200 certification. The instructor training provided me with fresh insights into detailed body mechanics and new approaches to movement, enhancing my skills and knowledge as a teacher. Yoga also introduced me to meditation and a new way of relating to myself and body, which opened the doorway to my own spirituality and created a deeper connection to my body and movement.
As I gained experience in teaching yoga, I transitioned to teaching it full-time, gradually moving away from the gymnastics world. My gymnastics background proved invaluable, especially in coaching handstands, which became my niche. This expertise evolved into an 8+ year career as a handstand and flexibility coach, blending techniques from both gymnastics and yoga. I built a successful career in yoga and handstands, teaching over 18 classes a week in Toronto, Canada. I also developed my own online teaching platform, taught private students worldwide, co-led teacher training programs, and hosted workshops and retreats in various locations. Becoming a yoga teacher marked the beginning of my entrepreneurial journey, equipping me with business knowledge, social media marketing skills, and brand-building strategies.
My relationship to spirituality and career as a yoga teacher led me to launching my brand, Home of Spirit Co. This brand was created with the intention of guiding you back home to your Self using practical wellness-based products designed to support and enhance your spiritual practice and Self-connection. Home of Spirit Co. specializes in creating custom wellness boxes for retreat leaders and business owners to enhance their community or workplace. To learn more, visit homeofspirit.co or contact info@homeofspirit.co to place an order.
Pole dance instructor & performer
– POLE DANCE INSTRUCTOR & PERFORMER –
Fast forward to 2021, I discovered pole dance while searching for a new hobby. I signed up for classes at a nearby studio and was immediately hooked. The moment I fell in love with pole was during my first inverted trick (Crucifix) – my inner gymnast LOVED this! Since then, I’ve become increasingly obsessed with the tricks, choreography, heels dance elements, and performance side of pole.
After a year of training, I decided to perform solo for the first time and discovered my passion for performing and choreographing. I have since performed in multiple studio showcases, private shows, and competitions, achieving 3rd place in the 2023 PSO L4 Heels category and 2nd place in the 2024 CPAC Nationals – Heels 2 category. Performing allows me to express my femininity on a whole other level, and I love coaching my students through their performances, watching them gain confidence and embodiment on stage.
Pole dancing has connected me to my sensuality and femininity in an unexpectedly powerful way and offers a unique way to express one’s femininity in a way that other modalities cannot. It became a healing journey for me, inspiring me to share the world of pole with as many women as possible to help them reconnect to their own femininity.
As an international pole instructor, I incorporate my knowledge as a gymnastics coach, yoga teacher, and handstand instructor to offer unique, detailed, and structured classes focusing on technique, quality, and step-by-step approaches. My class specialties include spin pole tricks and exo-style (old school and flow) heels choreography, encouraging students to embody their sensuality and sexuality in various ways.
I’ve had the opportunity to lead workshops across Canada and retreats in Mexico, taking my teachings abroad for the first time. In 2024, I launched fEMBODY Experiences – a brand dedicated to pole shows, retreats, and experiences that create safe, pole-centered communities inspiring women to embody their femininity. To join one of our next events, visit fembodyexperiences.com.
I also offer a virtual training platform featuring on-demand tutorials, live virtual classes, workshops, and more, allowing you to train with me from anywhere in the world. I’m blessed to have a roster of loyal and dedicated students I train privately worldwide! Based in Toronto, Canada, I welcome anyone interested in in-person training to connect with me here.
If you want to start your pole dance journey with me, email me anytime at kiana@kianang.com or message me on Instagram @kiana_ng. I’d be happy to guide you in the right direction!
With love,