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Phuket Pole Retreats

28th-31st January 2027

Yvonne Smink - Karem Gutierrez - Adam Lin - Jenny Liebert

Instructors

Yvonne Smink @yvonnesmink

Yvonne Smink is a Dutch pole dance artist, instructor, and 2014 Dutch Pole Champion. She came to pole in 2011 from a wall-climbing background. Since then she's trained largely self-taught, developing a distinctive style rooted in her own body and movement.

Known for her spinning and inversion combos, handstand work, and her ability to connect with dancers at every level, she brings both technical depth and genuine warmth to her teaching. Her choreography is deeply personal — she describes her performances as taking a piece of herself, whatever she's feeling or working through, and turning it into movement on stage.

Adam Lin @apolelin

Adam Lin is one of the most decorated pole competitors in the world. A two-time Mr. Pole Dance World champion, two-time Pole Icon Global winner (2022 & 2026), Australian Pole Champion, and 2019 Overall Champion of Pole Theatre UK & HK, his titles span over a decade of international competition at the highest level.

Off the competition floor, Adam is the founder of Haus of Icons, a premium coaching brand built specifically for pole performers and competitors ready to elevate their craft. His mission has always been the same: help every pole dancer find themselves and perform like they were born to.

Karem Gutierrez @karemgutierrez

Karem Gutierrez comes from Caracas, Venezuela, currently living in Barcelona and has been a pole dance artist since 2014. She has more than 9 years of experience as a pole dance instructor for all levels and as a competitor trainer.

Karem has won multiple international competitions. She is two-time champion in Women's Elite of the Pole Spain 2022-2023 competition, champion in the Women's Exotic Pro in the Catalunya Pole 2023, obtaining the highest score of the entire competition as well as in the Pole Art International 2023 in the Storyteller Elite category. 

Jenny Liebert @jenny_pole_phuket

With a background in gymnastics and contortion, Jenny has been part of the pole dance industry for over 16 years, teaching internationally and organizing training camps around the world. Known for her attention to detail, refined technique, and expressive approach, she helps students reach their full potential in every aspect of pole artistry.

Over the years, Jenny has expanded her teaching to include exotic dance and expressive movement, developing a distinctive fusion of acrobatic and dance styles. Her most recent influence comes from Russian acro-style, combining fluid floorwork, acrobatics, and dance.

The Pole Art Retreat is a unique training experience designed to help dancers explore the connection between pole, movement, and self-expression.

This retreat is not about pushing your body to its limits, it’s about learning to move intentionally and reconnecting with what feels right for each of us through the art of pole. 

More than just a pole camp, it’s a creative journey through flow, artistry, and personal discovery. Throughout the week, you will learn to combine movements seamlessly, refine your technique, and develop a deeper sense of style.

🌸 For Beginners

Beginners will focus on elegance, strength, foundations, and connection. You’ll learn how to create beautiful lines and shapes, understand the basics of dynamic and static movement, and start linking transitions smoothly. The goal is to help you gain confidence and a deeper understanding of pole movement and technique, while discovering your personal aesthetic on the pole.

🌺 For Intermediate Dancers

Intermediate participants will explore fluidity and combination work. Classes will focus on connecting familiar moves into longer, more complex and expressive sequences — introducing rhythm, musicality, and transitions that will make your dancing flow naturally. This level is also perfect for developing a broader movement vocabulary both high up on the pole and in low flow. These sessions will encourage you to experiment with pace, direction, and movement quality — transforming technique into performance.

🌹 For Advanced Dancers

Advanced students will dive into creative exploration and performance depth. You’ll challenge your versatility through advanced combos, spatial awareness, style development, and artistic effects. Specialised workshops such as choreography-creation labs and combo-design sessions will guide you in creating your own pieces — exploring how to communicate emotion and impact through movement. You will be invited to express your individuality and evolve your artistic identity in a supportive, inspiring environment.

Book your spot on Phuket Pole Retreats!

what to expect

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The Studio (Ayara Kamala Phuket)

  • Beautiful air conditioned studio within the Ayara Kamala hotel

  • 9 floor to ceiling fixed poles, 3 meters tall, a mix of 45mm, 40mm, chrome, stainless and 2 powder coat (45mm and 40mm)

  • Crash mats available

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The Hotel (Ayara Kamala Phuket)

  • You can Book workshop only or workshop + accommodation package (Stay at Ayara Kamala Resort & Spa)

  • Daily buffet and a la carte breakfast included

  • 5 minute shuttle to Kamala for the beach, shops and restaurants

  • 60 minute massage included

  • Partners/friends/family welcome as non polers

The Classes

  • 12 hours of workshops with world class pole artists across 4 days

  • 2 x 1.5 hour workshops per day, with a short break in between

  • Small groups of 12 people maximum

  • 3 groups based on ability: intermediate, advanced and pro

The activities

  • Welcome diner at Ayara Kamala with Thai specialities and a sea view

  • Goody bag and welcome pack

  • Group boat trip around the beautiful islands of Phuket

  • Optional extra: Photoshoot

If you have any questions about the retreat or booking, you can contact us on WhatsApp by clicking the icon below and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.