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Curves & Chrome Retreat: Costa Rica 2025
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How much awesome comes in the package?
- 10+ hours of pure pole magic with the rockstars of the mid-size, curvy and plus-size pole community: JBall, Poundcake, Shillo Amari, Curves With Confidence and Aspen! It's a whirlwind of unforgettable instruction that'll leave you spinning with joy! (ALL LEVELS WELCOME)
- Get ready to live it up for five fabulous nights at an all-inclusive luxury resort complete with a welcome drink, private chef, swim-up bar, jacuzzi, butler, concierge and maid service.
- Join us for a Welcome Dinner with your fellow Chromies prepared by our private chef! Let's kick off the fun and feast together!
- Zooming you in and out of all the fun – we've got your ride covered to class, activities and the airport*
- Beach Photoshoot**
- Luxury Boat Cruise
- ATV to Waterfall Tour
- Chocolate Tasting
- Swag Bag
- Games, contests, prizes
* 2 shuttles roundtrip will leave to and from airport at specified times - flights will need to be booked accordingly in order to receive the free airport transfer.
**Weather permitting - in the event of rain, the photoshoot location is subject to change.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
JBall
JBall (she/her) is a Pole Instructor, Ambassador and Co - founder of Curves & Chrome. After many years teaching and coaching in Charlotte, NC she is now based in Richmond, VA. JBall has been poling since 2015 specializing in spin fluidity, choreography, and her Thick with Tricks brand which focuses on teaching self identified mid - plus size bodies aerial tricks and transitions geared towards their curves.
Whether in classes or on stage, she loves to promote body inclusivity within the pole community. You will leave JBall’s workshops feeling empowered and celebrated!
Classes
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Thick with Tricks: ALL in the HIPS
Calling all THICC BADDIES! Learn a shapely combo with low pole options of tricks tailored to the hip contact point. This is where a little "extra thickness" may help! We will break down each move, explore modifications for YOUR curves, and finesse connecting the combo for fluidity. This class is for ALL body types!
Level: High Beginner, climb hold and jasmine. Will have options for ALL.
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Spin & Flow When it comes to low-flow movement, do you always think of a static pole? Not anymore! This workshop will introduce you to fluid transitions, dynamic glides, and sequences on a spin pole. Level: Beginner, must have a solid pole sit. Wear shorts, heels/and or socks
Poundcake
Poundcake (she/her/That-Bitch) is an award-winning plus-size pole dance instructor and competition readiness coach from Los Angeles, CA. She has been poling since July 2014 and focuses heavily on transitioning curious minds into confident, empowered and sexy pole dancers through sensually electrifying dance sequences.
Poundcake’s mission is to continue creating a safe environment for individuals to explore pole dancing regardless of experience, shape or size. She is also the owner of Naughty Goddexx, a size-inclusive pole wear brand and Curves & Chrome.
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Salacious Tease
An exhilarating journey as we explore the art of seduction through sultry movements. You'll learn the secrets of sensual dance, from body rolls to floorwork and partner-assisted chair dance all while embracing your curves and celebrating your femininity. Get ready to feel empowered, sexy, and unstoppable as you tease your way to self-expression and liberation.
All levels welcome. Knee-pads highly encouraged.
Shillo Amari
Shillo Amari is a dynamic performer from Detroit, making waves through the States! With over 9 years of pole dance experience, she's not just a performer—she's a coach, judge, and fierce competitor. Known for her tantalizing performances flowing on stage and making us smile, and her unwavering advocacy for plus-size and curvy bodies.
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Sin-ergy
Explore the parts of yourself that bring you pleasure and learn how to channel that into your movement. Sensuality is powerful, and in this sacral-energized workshop, we’ll create a space to let it flow freely. Using prompted movement (potentially involving a partner or prop), we'll work together to add the details to make your movement come from an instinctual place. Use this time to let go and tap into what your version of sexy and sensual looks like.
All levels - heels optional.
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Connect & Introspect
Become present in your movement and learn to express your true self through it. We'll begin with a dynamic dance warm-up to get both your body and mind prepared, followed by prompted movement exercises designed to enhance movement quality. Come with an open mind and a willingness to discuss. Whether you identify as sensual, comical, lyrical, athletic, or anything in between, this workshop can benefit you.
All levels welcome. Socks, knee pads, and layers are optional. Please bring a journal or something to write with.
Curves With Confidence
Curves With Confidence is a lifestyle coach since 2022, she empowers others to embrace self-love and confidence. Starting her confidence journey in 2016 and pole dancing in 2021, she uses somatic movements and holistic practices to help people connect with their bodies and feel "delicious."
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Look in the Mirror & Say “Damn, I Look Good!”
an empowering class focused on building confidence and self-love from the inside out. Using a blend of somatic movement, positive affirmation techniques, and body-awareness exercises, you'll learn to see yourself in a new light. This class is all about embracing your unique beauty, silencing self-criticism, and stepping into the fullest version of yourself. Get ready to look in the mirror and genuinely say, "Damn, I look good!"—and mean it.
- Introduction & Intention Setting: A brief meditation to center yourself and set personal goals for self-love and confidence.
- Somatic Movement & Body Awareness: Guided exercises to release tension, reconnect with your body, and boost physical confidence
- Mirror Work & Affirmations: Practicing positive self-affirmations while looking in the mirror to reframe self-perception.
- Reflection & Group Sharing: A space to share insights and breakthroughs in a supportive community.
- Closing Ritual: A grounding practice to carry the confidence and love cultivated into your daily life.
All levels welcome.
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Your Body, Your Home: Reclaiming Connection
is a transformative class designed to guide you in reconnecting with your body as a source of power and safety. Through somatic movements, holistic practices, and mindful exploration, this class offers a safe space to reclaim your connection to self, release stored tension, and cultivate self-love. Discover how to feel at home in your body again and embrace your natural rhythm with confidence. Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their body awareness and healing journey.
- Opening Grounding & Breathwork: Centering practice to connect with your body and set the intention of creating a safe, embodied space.
- Somatic Movement Exploration: Gentle, intuitive movements to release tension and foster deeper body awareness.
- Guided Meditation & Visualization: Visualizing your body as your home, exploring how to feel safe, empowered, and grounded within it.
- Journaling & Reflection: Time to reflect on emotions and sensations experienced during the movement and meditation.
- Closing Circle & Affirmations: Group sharing and affirmations to reinforce a sense of belonging and connection within your body.
All levels welcome.
Aspen
Aspen is a dedicated 200-hour certified yoga and pole instructor with nine years of experience in guiding others through practices that cultivate self-awareness, embodiment, and sensuality. Specializing in vinyasa, yin, and low flow, Aspen’s approach blends meditation and mindful movement, encouraging students to reconnect with their bodies in a way that feels empowering and liberating. Whether through yoga or sensual pole dance flow, Aspen creates a welcoming space for exploration, where individuals can deepen their connection to themselves and their practice. Aspen teaches pole dance at Candy Cane Dance Studio and yoga classes at Ethereal Movement Studio.
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Embody & Unwind
Step into a space of deep relaxation and sensual connection with Embody & Unwind. This class merges the calming, restorative elements of yin yoga with slow, fluid movements designed to awaken your senses and foster a deeper connection to your body. Through long-held stretches, gentle flows, and meditative breathwork, you’ll be guided to release tension, ground into the present moment, and embrace the pleasure of slow, mindful movement. Perfect for those seeking both physical restoration and a more intimate experience of self, this class invites you to unwind and embody your true essence.