PoleStrong Online Courses



“Fran’s workshops have helped me tremendously with my strength, mobility and form. I’ve been able to progress in my own [pole] practice so much with her and I am so grateful! She’s an incredible teacher and a wonderful human being. I love Fran!” ~Kristin B (New Jersey)


“[Fran’s] class offered great tips & exercises to prep for advanced moves. This is why I love her class, as she can teach beginner to advanced students in the same class without missing a beat.” ~Sarah K (New Jersey)


Hi, I’m Fran!


Welcome to The PoleStrong Academy!

Let me start by saying that I am a professional educator with a Bachelors Degree in Secondary Education/Biology and over 25 years of teaching experience. Along with my expertise in teaching biological sciences like Anatomy & Physiology, I am a certified PFT, group fitness instructor, sports conditioning specialist and sports nutrition coach. I am proud to say that I have dedicated my life to helping others achieve their health and fitness goals. 

I am also a professional pole athlete and I have traveled the world performing and competing. I’m super proud to say that I am the 2017 World Pole Art Championships Silver Medalist, as well as the 2017 PSO Seaboard Championships Bronze Medalist. Since finding pole dance in 2014, I have shifted my fitness focus to the pole community. I am the owner of Body by Fran Training, and developer of The PoleStrong Method of training that is geared towards helping pole dancers get stronger and stay injury free!