Today's Groupon offers a pole-based exercise more effective than 1920s pole sitting, more energizing than pole-vaulting, and more sensual than polenta: for $10, you get an introductory sensual dance and pole-dance class or an introductory Pussycat workout dance class at Sedusa Studios (a $25 value). Sedusa has locations in Los Gatos, South San Francisco, and Walnut Creek.

Sedusa's studios are expansive dance spaces with twelve 20-foot poles and experienced, enthusiastic instructors. Because classes are women-only, the environment is comfortable enough to explore the realms of physical expression and hear the voice of inner-sexy. A 60-minute muscle-toning sensual dance and pole-dancing class goes over basic moves and positions, and a fast-paced, high-aerobic energy introductory Pussycat workout dance class teaches moves for nightclub dance floors and frolicsome office parties. Both classes not only teach sensual moves, but also help shed calories and uncover muscles.

Intro to sensual dance and pole-dancing classes get going every Friday at 6 p.m. and every other Saturday at noon, and the Pussycat workout takes place on the off Saturdays for an hour starting at noon. Check the schedule per your preferred location and call to schedule your class; additional classes will be added based on demand.

Reviews

Yelpers give both the Campbell and South San Francisco locations of Sedusa Studios near-perfect 4.5-star averages:

• The atmosphere is very relaxing and I absolutely came away feeling much sexier and more confident. – Jennifer L.
• Thank you Groupon! I have no shame in saying that I did the Intro to Pole dance class. I have no intentions of becoming a pole dancer, but it was sure fun to do something in out of your comfort zone and in a female only environment. – Jasmine A., Yelp