Meet The Beauties

Our Bliss Instructors

Basha

Basha D

Owner

Basha is our Bliss founder, rising goddess and spicy gymnast. She found a love for pole, aerial, dance & fitness from the insatiable need to move her energy, dance, create and inspire herself and those around her. Basha has a background in collegiate cheer, coaching competitive high school gymnastics, is a master fitness instructor, entrepreneur in fitness, and a loving wife and mother.

Basha is so blessed to be able to have the gift of a studio as her present life work. But is even more blessed to share it with the Beauties that come into the studio. Basha has unwavering appreciation for the feminie energy in Bliss that creates huge life changing shifts for its members. To Basha the gift is in the giving and she is so proud of each person that comes into Bliss. For each time they come to Bliss they give themselves permission to fully experience Bliss, and see who they may become with a little love and encouragement from the fellow Beauties.

Certifications:

Liquid Motion 1.0 Certified Instructor
Aerius Fitness Training Certified Pole Instructor
Aerius Fitness Training Certified Lyra Instructor
Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Nutritionist
FMG Pro Fitness Model
200 hour Registered Yoga Instructor
Pranic Healing Certified Practitioner
Certified Educator in FL & WI
USA Gymnastics Certification
Ordained Minister

Luci Starfall

Instructor

Luci Starfall rocketed into the Bliss Universe like a wayward comet in 2020, with splits, handstands, and muscles blazing! Little did she know that finding her new fitness home would be as explosive for her like the birth of a new star. Leveraging almost two decades of professional sports and fitness experience (including surfing, figure skating, Zumba, and CrossFit), Luci soon became a certified pole instructor in 2021, and is now known for her pole-specific strength and conditioning programming, effective "breaking it down" teaching style, and her massively entertaining performances. She says, "I like to joke that I'll keep doing this dance fitness thing I love so much (with characteristic electric panache!) til my last day on Earth ~ hence my personal motto and battle cry, "DIE Dancing". But what I'm totally serious about is sharing the calling & passion of creative physicality with all those who want it, and I daresay need it. Movement is LIFE, and as a18-plus year fitness professional, I craft a dance fitness experience here at Bliss that speaks these truths to my clients' hearts, minds, & bodies - no matter their age, shape, or background. As a mother in her late 40s who understands the challenges of the varying seasons of a woman's life, I'm a living example of the saving graces of joyful human movement (especially pole!) in keeping the mind and body in its most authentic, happiest, healthiest, and most divine state."

Luci "Professor" Starfall holds the following certifications:

• Pole Strength & Conditioning, Spin City

• Pole 1 & 2, Xpert Fitness

• Indoor Cycling Instructor, Schwinn

• Dance Fitness Instructor, 305 Fitness

• Certified Personal Trainer, Brookbush Institute

• Human Movement Specialist, Brookbush Institute

• Zumba Instructor, Zumba Fitness

Erica

Instructor

Erica became a member of Bliss in March, 2022. She knew after her first pole class that she had found her missing puzzle piece and pursued her new found passion and became an Aerius Certified Pole Instructor.

Her love for fitness began at the age of 20, when she competed and placed in her first fitness competition in her home state of New Mexico. She has always enjoyed dancing and is so happy to have found Bliss, where she can flourish in her femininity, fitness and dance!

Her goal is to inspire and help others to embrace their sensuality, confidence and fitness through pole dancing at Bliss Fitness Studio!

Stephanie

Instructor

Stephanie has always enjoyed teaching others and sharing with the passion of pole, dancing, and fitness. She started pole fitness in 2014 and fell in love ever since. She says "Being apart of the pole community is more than just about pole. It's a supportive and welcoming community where we encourage each other to do and be our best, push through difficult days and reach our goals." Stephanie currently teaches Intro to Pole, Chair Dance and Poleography - Pole Flow 1.5.

Certifications:

Aerius Pole Instructor
ACE Group Fitness Training
ACLS
BLS/CPR
National Registry EMT
RN

Bailey

Instructor

Bailey Whitmore is a certified personal trainer and pole instructor with a passion for empowering others to find their own strength. Her journey into fitness began in 2014 when she discovered the world of weightlifting. This initial spark ignited a path that led her to become a nationally qualified figure competitor in competitive bodybuilding. While looking for a new challenge beyond just aesthetics, Bailey was drawn to the strength and grace exhibited by pole dancers. She joined her first class in 2021 and quickly excelled from her background in strength related sports. Bailey's background in weightlifting and personal training provides a keen understanding of body mechanics and muscle engagement. Honed through years of training and instruction in other areas, her knowledge and experience enhances her ability to provide precise and effective instruction. Bailey's teaching philosophy revolves around continuous learning and growth, both for herself and her students. She believes that teaching is a reciprocal process—one that keeps her inspired to improve, ensuring her students receive the best possible guidance. Specializing in inverts and upper-level spin combinations, Bailey brings her expertise to the forefront in her classes. With a focus on technique, progression, and individual empowerment, she guides her students on a journey of self-discovery and achievement.

Cynthia

Instructor

Cynthia began pole and aerial arts in 2017. With extensive training across the globe, including in the United States, Japan, and South Korea, she offers her students a wealth of knowledge and a diverse array of techniques. Cynthia currently holds an Associate of Arts in Foreign Languages from Indian River State College, and both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in Linguistics from Florida Atlantic University.

Certifications:

XPERT Pole 1 & 2
XPERT Flexibility Flow
XPERT Aerial Silks
Progressing Ballet Technique

Jennifer H

Instructor

Jennifer completed her first 200 hour yoga teacher training in January 2012. She completed a five month Thai yoga massage training in December 2014 and became a licensed massage therapist in February 2020. She has completed more than 500 additional hours of training in yoga including tantra, Vinyasa and becoming a Strala yoga guide.Jennifer worked as a personal trainer for 11 years and a paramedic for six years until she became legally blind in 2009. She is passionate about helping her students to feel safe and successful.

Damaris

Instructor

Front Desk Babe | Chair & Pole Instructor

You’ll find Damaris not only dancing her heart out in class but also holding it down at the front desk with a smile (and maybe a shimmy). Specializing in sultry chair dance and empowering pole, she’s Aeries-trained and all about helping you unlock your inner baddie.

Her philosophy? The best dancer in the room is the one having the most fun. Whether you're sliding into your first heels class or leveling up your pole tricks, Damaris is here to help you feel sexy, confident, and completely unstoppable.

She’s known for her creative choreography, high energy, and her gift for making every beauty in the room feel like the main character.

Peyton

Instructor

Peyton (A.K.A “Peaches”) has been a Bliss Butterfly from the beginning of her pole journey. With a background in various styles of dance, she loves to show newbies the ropes of pole dancing. Helping others find that powerful, sexy and sometimes dangerous sides of themselves, she fosters an atmosphere of “just let go and dance”.

Dani

Instructor

From the moment Dani stepped through Bliss doors in 2024, she knew she wanted to be a pole instructor. She is a dedicated fitness enthusiast, and your biggest cheerleader! With 15 years of dance experience and 3 years of pole training, she brings a deep love of movement and artistic technique to every class. XPERT certified, Dani is passionate about creating a space where students feel empowered, supported, and free to express themselves. Whether you’re here to get stronger, explore your sensuality, or challenge yourself with something new, she’s there to guide you every step of the way.

Laura

Instructor

Pole Instructor – Freestyle Flow & Sexy Movement

With a dance career that began at age three, Laura brings a lifetime of movement experience to the pole. Her foundation in classical ballet laid the groundwork for precision, grace, and technique—while her years working in the adult entertainment industry added real-world edge, fire, and authenticity to her style. A true freestyle queen, Laura is known for her magnetic stage presence, natural rhythm, and empowering energy.

As an instructor, she blends technical skill with sultry, intuitive movement—helping students unlock their confidence, find their own unique flow, and look amazing doing it. Expect classes that are fun, freeing, and unapologetically sexy.

Allison S

Instructor

In the world of Pole and Aerial Arts, Allison is considered a pioneer and industry leader. Allison’s extensive professional dance and National Jr. Olympic gymnastics background gives her insight into being an accomplished coach, judge and choreographer. Since 2005, Allison has maintained a performance, competition and event producing career as well as an in-demand coaching and consulting business.

This captivating artist performs with a style that is both sensual and acrobatic. Allison is truly a part of Orlando’s world renown entertainment industry performing in art shows, conventions, events, and on stage with international celebrities and touring musical artists like Snoop Dogg. She is an X-Pole International brand sponsored athlete, a USPDF Pro, and authored the industry’s first spinning pole instructor training program (AeriusFitnessTraining.com). She currently travels around the world as a Master Trainer and performer for Pole and Aerial Arts.

Instagram: @alliegatoruf / @DanceFilthyUSA / @FLPoleFitnessChampionship / @AeriusFitnessTraining