Meet The Team
Our wonderful foxes
Amy – Studio Founder, Co-owner & Lead Instructor
Amy is the heart of Flying Foxes Studio. With years of experience in pole fitness and dance, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep love for movement into every class. Amy’s teaching style is empowering, supportive, and fun — always focused on helping students unlock their full potential, whether they’re working on their first spin or refining advanced tricks.
Her vision for Flying Foxes is rooted in community, creativity, and celebrating every step of the journey.
Favourite class to teach: JUNIOR POLE FITNESS
teaching our younger aerialists is not only rewarding, but they're creative, cheeky and have no fear attitude makes the class fun and energetic
Known for: Encouraging energy, silky transitions, and cheering the loudest when you nail that move. (She also will talk openly about bums if you give her the chance)
Dion – Studio founder, Co-Owner, Beginner's and Stretch Instructor
Dion is the Soul and the other half of the Flying Foxes founding team — a vibrant force of creativity and compassion. Starting their pole journey as a student, Dion quickly fell in love with the art form and is now a beginner's instructor while co-leading the studio behind the scenes.
Their unique perspective as both student and owner helps create an environment where everyone feels seen, safe, and celebrated. They're especially passionate about helping newcomers feel comfortable and inspired in their first classes.
Favourite class to train in: SPIN POLE
Known for: A warm smile, killer tunes, and championing every small win in the studio. (They also complain a lot when they have to do something they don't like)
Crystal Valentine - Burlesque Instructor
With a background in ballroom and Latin dance, Crystal Valentine can bridge the gap between technical precision and theatrical flair.
Their classes provide a supportive, inclusive environment where students of all levels can explore movement, sensuality, and the joy of taking up space.
Learn poses and struts, classic bumps n grinds, tease & reveal, musicality and lots more exciting things……Favourite class to train in: Burlesque
Know for: Cheeky energy, fabulous outfits and a flirtaious vibe!
