Our instructors include some of the most experienced working artists in Tampa! They’re devoted to making every student feel supported and included no matter where they are in their dance journey. No uber mean ballet teachers here (IYKYK).
Instructors
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Team
Kiki
Kiki's movement journey began in 2015 at The Keep Yoga and Circus Arts (now Aerial Dragons), where she discovered a passion for ground acrobatics, aerial silks, and more. Just six months in, she took the stage for her first performance, a fundraising show to support the studio's relocation. The thrill of sharing her hard work with an audience was intoxicating, and she was hooked.
As Kiki continued to hone her skills, she began assisting the owner Jessica King, eventually leading her own classes. This is where she found her true calling. Teaching wasn't just about conveying information; it was about creating a safe, empowering space where students could grow. Seeing others master new skills filled her with a joy that surpassed even her own accomplishments.
Through it all, Kiki is forever grateful to her teachers, coaches, and fellow studios who've supported her growth. Their guidance has shaped her journey, and she's thankful for the ongoing opportunities to learn from them.
Fast forward nearly a decade, and Kiki has become a seasoned performer, gracing the stage at countless events and shows. More importantly, she's inspired hundreds through her teaching. Kiki believes in embracing the student mindset, always seeking knowledge to share. She's on a mission to make it okay to be a beginner, to embrace the journey, and to own your growth with confidence.
Mia
A little bit about me originally from Norfolk Virginia. I’ve been dancing since I was 5 years old. I love the art of dance because it allows you to tell a story without saying a word. My dance styles are Sensual Heels, Twerk & Beginners level Hip Hop.
Olga Shelikh
Olga started her dance journey in Moscow, Russia. She took a strip-plastic (aka body plastic/floorwork) class in 2009 and then never stopped. She also tried pole dancing in 2014 and fell in love with it too. Olga became an instructor in 2016, right before moving to Florida.
She is known for her fun and challenging classes, slinky style and musicality. She is extremely friendly and nice, and loves to see everyone feel their best.
To share her vision and unique ability to tell a story while she dances, she has participated in various competitions and shows over the last 15 years in Russia and the US.
Viva Williams
Viva Williams (Miss MeOw) is a professional and insured trainer, choreographer, and performance artist. A graduate of the University of South Florida with a degree in Communications and a minor in dance, she has managed some of the most liberating private party events and dance workshops for dance enthusiasts alike. Since 2015, as a certified Zumba instructor & yoga mindfulness educator, her mission is encouraging her community to step into their power and hype themselves up! When choreo calls, you can find her creating for performances or leading a variety of classes such as pole dance, chair dance, yoga lessons, and strength training, just to name a few. Viva’s passion as an educator and performer has led her to maintain many personal and professional relationships, welcoming performance opportunities for groups and individuals to indulge in the art of body language through her creative expression and experiences of performance art. Keeping the mind, body, and spirit in alignment with strength training, meditation, and yoga, Viva encourages her students, family, and community to honor their power and do what keeps their soul alive. Viva is your number one hype girl! Stay connected with her dance blog, Soulher Power, to learn more with her at HOC in person or on YouTube.
“I’m so grateful to be a part of the HOC community where you aren’t just a number and really feel supported.”
Specialities: Strength training, Meditative movement, Sensual therapy, and Chair dance to sum it all up!
Kaku
Special K has performed and instructed throughout the Tampa Bay area for several years. She is a private introvert by day, and a passionate pole instructor by night. She loves to display how "strength can be seamlessly synonymous with sexy." Her unique blend of different movement styles creates raw, dynamic, and high-energy combinations and routines that make her truly special! The joy of Special K can be seen in the skill set of her students.
Leah
Certified yoga teacher, xpert trained pole instructor, handstand coach, and ex gymnast Twisted Metal has a life-long adoration for movement. Always seeking opportunities to expand her knowledge and grow her skills, she is dedicated to sharing information with her students and helping them understand the importance of form, function, and creativity. If you don’t find her on a pole, on her hands, or on a yoga mat, you’ll find her cozied up with her pets reading a book or listening to music.
Rainn Riot
Rainn Riot has 15+ years of movement and dance experience. Her pole journey began three and a half years ago, and she has been teaching for two and half years. Rainn specializes in base work and low flow sensual choreography and freestyle movement, but also loves to teach tricks on the floor and in the air. Rainn is a regular competitor in pole competitions, and was the 2023 Original Sin Unholy Champion. Her favorite parts about teaching include supporting students expand their skills, explore their dance style, and build confidence in their growth as a mover and a dancer. To Rainn, as long as movement is being practiced safely and sustainably, there are no wrong answers when it comes to how a dancer wants to practice and develop their authentic movement. She can’t wait to meet you and support you on your journey.
Karma Young
Passionate pole dancer embracing sensuality, fluidity, and self-discovery. Pole unlocked my identity as a woman, empowering me to walk taller in my every day life. Outside the studio, I thrive outdoors and love exploring new destinations. Join me on a journey of empowerment and adventure.
Animalia is a Florida native who has performed burlesque, fire, gogo & more all over the country. She is a true wild child and embraces her inner animal to the fullest.
Animalia
Nadia Nirvana is a multi-talented artist and athlete from Los Angeles. Her journey includes gymnastics, theatre, ballet, jazz, contemporary, bodybuilding, heels, lollipop, burlesque and contortion. She has competed in the pro division at several pole competitions including Original Sin, Dance Filthy USA and recently won the title of Queen of Cannons & Chrome. She’s graced the stage at many professional shows including Lux Pole Cabaret in Tampa, Lust Pole show in Orlando, Vertical Desires in Missouri and the legendary PoleMaster’s Playhouse in West Hollywood, CA. She’s a passionate, highly experienced teacher and creative powerhouse who loves to educate and inspire others. She recently created and produced her first show, Origins, an educational variety show highlighting sex workers and queer artists. Her years of dancing in strip clubs is evident in her slinky, sensual style. Her mission is to help as many people learn dance technique, find their unique style and live an embodied life.
Nadia Nirvana
Luna, a mermaid native to Florida, is a 500-hour certified yoga teacher with a decade of teaching experience. Over the past ten years, she has traveled extensively throughout Tampa Bay and abroad to share her love for yoga. Teaching others how to tap into their inner power, courage, and peace is her true passion.
Eager to elevate her passion for movement, grace, and authentic energy, Luna has spent the last five years combining her favorite elements of pole dancing and yoga as a student. In 2023, she began teaching at The House of Chrome. Her dance style blends strength and grace with a touch of sexy and fun, embraced by the pole community.
Luna's teaching approach emphasizes presence, communication, and safe movements. With a solid foundation in yoga, she aims to help students connect with their body, mind, and breath while learning trick combos, floor work, and more. She encourages individuals to discover their unique pole dancing style.
Every student is welcomed by Luna with open arms and a genuine desire to support them at every stage of their pole journey.
Luna
Lynnsey Reign began pole dancing in late 2019 and has performed in numerous local and national showcases. She has a unique background with over 15 years of training as a youth championship swimmer and some time spent coaching. With a deep understanding of strength, technique, and fluidity from her athletic beginnings, she brings a disciplined yet creative approach to her pole dance classes. These skills form the foundation for some of her favorite dance stylings - graceful spins, smooth transitions and intricate strength based floor and base work.
Lynnsey aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where students of all levels and body types can build confidence, strength, and embrace their individuality.
Interesting facts - USF alumni, passionate dog mom, twin, adopted
Lynnsey Reign
Kelly Elizabeth Goss
Meet Kelly Elizabeth Goss, a proud Floridian with 14 years of pole dancing and aerial arts expertise.
From studio owner in Key West to global performer and instructor, Kelly's journey is truly inspiring. Her unique style blends sport pole strength with exotic sensuality, marked by championship victories. Kelly also has two decades of experience as a licensed massage therapist, specializing in sports therapy and deep tissue modalities. Her in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology enriches her teaching proficiency.
Robert Christopher Gomez
Robert Christopher Gomez is from Los Angeles, California. His dance training began at Renaissance High School For The Arts, where he studied African, Jazz, Modern, and Ballet. After graduating, Robert danced under the direction of Tawny Chapman with Leverage Dance. Since then, he has since studied and performed with various disciplines from the Maple Conservatory Of Dance, Kobi Rozenfeld (Heat), The Ford, Kybele Dance Theater,Vicious Circle Dance, and more.