My name is Lacy Kelly, and I am an instructor and the owner of Pole & Aerial Fitness in Naples, Florida. I discovered pole dancing out of necessity at a young age when I needed a job, and the club was hiring. Quickly, I found my natural talent for performance, gaining confidence as I danced on stage. This newfound confidence led me to compete in regional competitions, where I won two “Showgirl of the Year” titles. However, my career eventually took a more “grown-up” turn, and I transitioned from dance to the field of insurance. Despite the change, I never lost the love I had for pole—it made me feel strong, sexy, and confident.
After several years away from dance, I missed it so much that I put a pole in my home and made a promise to myself that one day I would open my own studio. Ten years later, I fulfilled that dream, opening my first studio in my hometown in Indiana.
In June of 2022, I moved to Florida and began instructing at Pole & Aerial Fitness. I loved it so much that when the opportunity arose to own the studio, I couldn’t resist. My mission in life is to inspire, encourage, and care for my peers by challenging them to grow, love themselves, and support one another.
I am a fully certified instructor through XPERT/XPOLE Levels 1&2 and 3&4 and am proud to be the only Spiral Pole instructor in the state of Florida. I am also a performer and coach with over 23 years of experience in pole performance. As one of the very few Spiral performers in the world, I am dedicated to sharing my unique skills through Spiral, an aerial performance art, with audiences across the country.
As the owner of Pole & Aerial Fitness, I’ve created a hub for aerialists and fitness enthusiasts to train and grow. I’m currently building the Aerial Illusions Company to bring the magic of Spiral to new heights, making this incredible performance style accessible nationwide.
A lifelong coach, I have a deep passion for helping others unlock their potential, both in the studio and on stage. Outside of my professional life, I am a proud mother and a “fairy godmother” to all who enter my life, offering guidance, support, and a nurturing spirit to my students and performers. With a heart for performance and a soul dedicated to mentoring, I am a force in the aerial world, continuously pushing boundaries and inspiring others to fly.
