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Spice Pole + Aerial Fitness

Dance school · Duluth, GA · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%86+46.9Reliability 24%68+16.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%92+6.5Craft & service penalty90−1Momentum penalty73−2.7Experts Score= 80Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.80SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#9 of 10 aerobics studiosPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 11%
4.9 ★★★★★ 209 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.72★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
7.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
91%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Spice Pole + Aerial Fitness at a glance

Google reviewers rate Spice Pole + Aerial Fitness 4.9 out of 5 based on 209 reviews, with the owner responding to 91 percent of feedback. Customers frequently praise welcoming instructors, clear choreography, and energetic environments suitable for private events like birthdays. However, recurring criticisms include rushed party experiences due to administrative paperwork, unresponsive phone lines, and complaints regarding specific instructor behaviors that made some guests feel uncomfortable.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 209 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 209 Google reviews (166 with written comments, 7 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 91% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 26, 2026.
  • Service: Aerobics Studio serving Duluth, Georgia.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other aerobics studios

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction86Reliability68Craft & service90Value100Momentum73Replies to reviews92Satisfaction: 86 (median 98)Reliability: 68 (median 95)Craft & service: 90 (median 99)Value: 100 (median 96)Momentum: 73 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 92 (median 65)
Spice Pole + Aerial FitnessAerobics Studios median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Spice Pole + Aerial Fitness: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
86
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Spice Pole + Aerial Fitness: 68/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.B
68
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Spice Pole + Aerial Fitness: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
90
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Spice Pole + Aerial Fitness: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Spice Pole + Aerial Fitness: 73/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
73
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Spice Pole + Aerial Fitness: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 65.A
92

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Star ratings

209 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars20397%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars10%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star52%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 166 written reviews

  • Praise10797%
  • Complaints33%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price7100%
  • Reasonable00%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude4339%
  • Would recommend2926%
  • Quality & results2523%
  • Price & value55%
  • Speed & response33%
  • Communication33%
  • Honesty & trust22%

What customers talk about

We read 166 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “She has such a confident, empowering energy while still being patient and attentive when she’s teaching.”
  • “Would definitely recommend for a private group class”
  • “I had a great experience at spice pole for a birthday class for my friend.”
  • “I came to visit Georgia for a week and decided to drop in to Jessalyn’s Lyra hoop class and let me tell you it was so worth it!”
  • “I had so much fun and an amazing workout ( my whole body was sore the next day).”
  • “They were great in communicating the logistics but the best part was having Phoenix as our dance instructor.”
  • “From the moment I walked in, the environment felt welcoming, encouraging, and genuinely supportive.”

People customers mention

  • Jackie 7 reviews
  • Syren 3 reviews
  • Valerie 3 reviews
  • Storm 3 reviews
  • Lyra 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

TiaraLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 days ago★★★★★

I love this studio!! There are amazing instructors, a variety of classes offered and monthly showcases which are super fun and entertaining!

Great priceChoreography classesAdult lessons
TAMIKOLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Definitely worth it! Perfect for a girl's night! Quiet Storn Syren was a fun and amazing teacher!

Cara6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

From the moment we walked in the energy was incredible and everyone was so welcoming. Our instructor, Jackie, was fun, encouraging, and knew exactly how to keep us motivated while making sure we had a great time. The workout was the perfect mix of challenging and fun. Highly recommend!

Choreography classes
Jade7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Jackie was an awesome instructor and we had a great time learning choreography. Go check them out

Great priceChoreography classes
Melanie8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Our instructor Jackie was amazing. She was personable and so much fun. I loved my bachelorette class.

Private lessonsChoreography classesAdult lessons
Toya5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Such a great experience at Spice Fitness! The energy was HIGH from beginning to end, and the instructor did an amazing job keeping the class fun, engaging, and easy to follow. The instructions were clear, encouraging, and made you feel comfortable while still pushing you to bring your best energy. Great music,…

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 209 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Tiara ReedLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tiara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I love this studio!! There are amazing instructors, a variety of classes offered and monthly showcases which are super fun and entertaining!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Choreography classes, Adult lessons
It’s “LIV” Liv!12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews It’s has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Valerie was amazing it was so much fun. I learned a lot

aubi genus4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews aubi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Amazing I had such a good time

TAMIKO COXLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews TAMIKO has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Definitely worth it! Perfect for a girl's night! Quiet Storn Syren was a fun and amazing teacher!

Cara L6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

From the moment we walked in the energy was incredible and everyone was so welcoming. Our instructor, Jackie, was fun, encouraging, and knew exactly how to keep us motivated while making sure we had a great time. The workout was the perfect mix of challenging and fun. Highly recommend!

  • Services: Choreography classes
Jade Tradez7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jade has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jackie was an awesome instructor and we had a great time learning choreography. Go check them out

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Choreography classes
Melanie Chapman8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Melanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Our instructor Jackie was amazing. She was personable and so much fun. I loved my bachelorette class.

  • Services: Private lessons, Choreography classes, Adult lessons
Sharonda Clark11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sharonda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jackie was an absolute vibe. Great instructor!!

Toya Legree5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Toya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Such a great experience at Spice Fitness! The energy was HIGH from beginning to end, and the instructor did an amazing job keeping the class fun, engaging, and easy to follow. The instructions were clear, encouraging, and made you feel comfortable while still pushing you to bring your best energy. Great music, great vibes, and definitely a workout! 🔥💪🏾 I left feeling energized and accomplished. If you’re looking for a fitness experience that combines great instruction with a fun, high-energy atmosphere, Spice Fitness is definitely worth checking out. I’ll be back!

Raven Killing11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Raven has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

So warm and inviting. Valarie was so much fun- it was a good challenge yet vibey. Would definitely recommend for a private group class

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