At The Shakti Rising, we help you Reconnect, Rediscover, and Realign with yourself. Our classes are designed to align your Mind, Body, and Soul. Classes are18 years+ and open to all fitness levels, sizes, races, and, religions.

We can’t wait to help you to Reconnect, Rediscover, and, Realign with your Shakti!

Shakti Rising Beginner Experience: Pole, Chair Dance, Floor Movement

Not sure where to start? Check out our new client special, The Shakti Rising Beginner Series! It is 3-week ongoing, progressive pole and sensual movement program. You will learn pole moves on static pole, chair dance, and sensual floor work.

Pole Dance Classes

Pole Dance Classes
The moment you walk in the door, you will feel welcomed! We will start slow, teaching you the basics as you build up strength and confidence. Classes are light-heated, warm, and full of laughter!

Ready to jump right into your pole journey? In our 8-week beginner pole program you will learn the fundamentals of sensual movement working with the pole. We offer a variety of pole classes at various levels and in different styles. We can’t wait to see you progress through your pole journey and find your style through our unique pole offerings!

Sensual Movement Classes

Sensual Movement Classes

Explore Liquid Motion, Tantric Twerk, and Chair Dance classes! Whatever your style our sensual movement classes are geared towards awakening your sensual being!

Belly Dance Classes

Belly Dance Classes

Unlock your hips, belly and so much more. Our Shakti belly dance school offer classes for all levels from beginner to advance. Shimmy into one of our magical Belly dance class sessions!

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Aerial Arts Classes

Aerial Arts Classes

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Aerial Arts. Experience graceful Aerial Hoop movements that will help you soar to celestial heights, Aerial Silks for Kids nurture young spirits as they explore balance and self-expression in the limitless sky, Aerial Yoga unites mind, body, and spirit in mid-air suspension, fostering profound relaxation and flexibility. Join us on this transformative journey of self-expression, balance, and profound connection at the intersection of mind, body, and spirit.


Fun and Flexy Classes

Flexy and Fun Classes

Ready to get flexy and have some fun? We offer flexibility and flow arts classes! Want a good stretch? Our flexibility classes are designed for all levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you’re brand new to flexibility, working towards your splits, or already bending yourself in half, this class is for you! Maybe your looking for a fun new art form……something you can bring your magical skills to at the next party you attend? Check out our beginner friendly hula hoop classes bringing an exciting modern spin on a classic toy!


Shakti Sacred Circle

Mystical Offerings

Mystical Offerings

Explore your mystical and magical self in our Moon Mystics classes or during one of our sound bath healings! Come together during Moon Mystics with others in the light of the full moon for a detoxifying class of movement & spiritual attunement. We will discuss the astrological energies of the day, set our personal intentions, do some yin-yoga inspired stretching, oracle card pull, and a guided meditation. Or join us for one of our relaxing Sound Healing Meditations. Regardless of what magical adventure you choose you will leave feeling refreshed and re-aligned!


It is our mission to bring women to realize their full potential, realize they are complete in themselves.

The Shakti Rising, located in the heart of Sterling, Northern Virginia is a sacred space; a space dedicated to nurturing the feminine divine, an invitation to be fully present with your mind, body and soul through the art of sensual movement modalities and meditative practices. This sacred space is designed to awaken and ignite your Shakti, by Reconnecting with your inner being, Rediscovering your sensual body, Realigning your mind body and soul.

For deeper embodied experience check our Shakti Sacred Circle offerings