What Not to Wear: MFA Edition

Studio Etiquette & Safety Guidelines

At Miss Fit Academy, we pride ourselves on creating a fun, welcoming, and safe environment for every student. Our studio is more than just a place to take class - it’s a space where we all come together to learn, grow, and escape the stresses of everyday life. To maintain this space, it’s important that we all do our part in respecting both the studio and one another.

Recently, we’ve noticed some wear and tear on our fabrics, poles, hoops, mats, and floors. To protect our equipment - and more importantly, our students - we will be more strictly enforcing some standard safety policies. These guidelines aren’t just about preserving the studio; they’re also about preventing injuries, so please take a moment to review the following reminders before class.

What NOT to wear to pole and aerial classes

Jewelry & Accessories

While your jewelry may be stylish, it poses risks in the studio. Rings, bracelets, watches, long necklaces, and dangling earrings can damage equipment and increase the chance of injury. Even a small scratch on a pole or hoop can cut skin, and holes in fabrics compromise safety.

Tip: If you have a belly ring, keep it covered with a snug top or high-waisted leggings. Tape is available at the front desk if needed.

For everyone’s safety, please remove all jewelry before entering class. Clean hands and arms are best practice for pole and aerial work.

Sharp Nails & Long Manicures

Sharp or pointed nails (such as stiletto styles) are not permitted in aerial classes. They can tear silks, cause injuries, and make it difficult to grip properly. Even sharp edges on square nails can cause damage.

For safety, we recommend nails with rounded edges - shorter, the better. This keeps your hands comfortable while also protecting our fabrics and equipment.

Street Heels

Street shoes are not allowed in the pole studio. They damage floors, scratch poles, and pose a serious safety risk.

For beginner levels (Pole 101 and 102), we recommend bare feet or socks. For higher levels, pole-specific shoes or dance heels are welcome - they are designed for stability, safety, and comfort during choreography. Please leave street shoes at the door.

​These are specifically designed to ensure that the heel does not snap off while you dance and to protect the foot from instability. They're also going to be 1000x more comfortable for lengthy choreo. They're MADE for this, which means the creators tend to know what works best in this context. Regular old shoe designers don't take all of the same factors into consideration. Keep it safe and sexy in shoes like these!

Zippers, Studs, Buttons, Embellishments

The list of what not to wear is short, but important: no denim, clothing with studs or embellishments, or items with buttons. These can snag, scratch, or otherwise damage equipment.

Instead, opt for comfortable activewear. For aerial, leggings, shorts, crop tops, and sports bras are great choices. For pole, skin contact helps with grip, so shorts and tank tops (or sports bras) are ideal as you progress.

Lotions & Oils

Please avoid applying lotions, oils, body butters, or self-tanner before class. These products stain fabrics and mats, prevent you from gripping equipment, and can make surfaces unsafe for others.

Thank You!

We truly appreciate your help in keeping Miss Fit Academy a safe, fun, and respectful space for everyone. By following these guidelines, you’re helping us extend the life of our equipment and, most importantly, ensuring that every student can enjoy their experience here to the fullest.