Amie Archut (Head Instructor) is a trained and seasoned dance professional whose passion for dance is evident in everything she does, from teaching to performing. Amie has been a student of dance since she was just 10 years old, training in Ballet, Gymnastics, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Salsa. She attended the Philadelphia Creative and Performing Arts High School as a dance major and obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education from Florida International University. While living in Miami, Amie discovered the art of Pole Dancing. She began training in pole in 2011 and brings her technical dance background into everything she does. It was also while in Miami that Amie took her first yoga class in 2007 and instantly fell in love. After moving back to Bucks County, PA Amie decided to fulfill a lifelong dream of becoming a certified yoga instructor. Amie completed her 200 hour yoga teacher training program in the summer of 2014. Along with her yoga certification she is also a Reiki level II practitioner and incorporates this beautiful healing technique into all of her classes. Amie hasn't wasted any time in putting her degree in Education to use, as she has taught a variety of classes including Salsa, Zumba, Yoga and Pole fitness. In 2014 Amie achieved her greatest accomplishment yet, becoming the owner of Elite Pole Fitness. Amie has put her heart and soul into becoming the best teacher and leader she can possibly be, and is constantly striving to learn more about Pole, Yoga, and business. Her drive, ambition, and passion is evident in everything she does.

Mackenzie began dancing at 3 years old and hasn't stopped since. Attending a performing arts high school as a dance major only strengthened her love of dance and she decided to further her education at Georgian Court University. Mackenzie graduated Summa Cum Laude, earning her a BA in dance with honors in choreography and overall performance. Professionally, Mackenzie teaches dance, group fitness classes, and is a NASM certified personal trainer. She also performs in a Philadelphia based modern dance company, which travels to major cities along the east coast, and internationally. In December of 2017 Mackenzie discovered her love of Pole! It only took one class at Elite for her to realize this was a place that she could build confidence and strength, and where she could express herself through a new, yet also familiar movement vocabulary.
Invited to join the Elite Teacher Training program, Mackenzie jumped at the opportunity to share her love of movement through pole. She hopes to inspire others to find their passion for movement and can't wait to share her knowledge and unique movement style with everyone.

Kayla’s pole journey began in 2019, when she convinced a coworker to take an intro class with her at Elite. She was instantly captivated by the artistry and athleticism of pole and knew she belonged in the studio.

Known for her fearless approach, her dynamic style emphasizes flips, power spins, and strength-based maneuvers that showcase her daredevil spirit and love for aerial arts.

Kayla’s journey took a pivotal turn when her first performance in Elite’s 2023 student showcase sparked a deep passion for performing and inspired her to compete in PSO’s Northeast competition that same year. She took home second place in level 4 championship and went on to win first place at PSO’s Atlantic competition the following year.

Kayla hopes to introduce students to the exhilarating world of pole, and inspire them push their boundaries by trusting in their own strength and ability.

Jenn discovered pole in 2011 and along with it, her passion and love for aerials and movement. Intertwining strength, grace, fluidity and embodiment, pole & movement became a life-long journey of learning, exploration and discovery. Jenn is so grateful for the opportunity to share and be a part of igniting this practice with others since 2014. When Jenn is not dancing, you’ll likely find her practicing handstands, cuddling with her dog or hiking.

Meet Jeannie, a passionate and determined individual who embarked on her fitness journey at Elite with the aim of integrating flexibility and conditioning into her heavy powerlifting program. Her dedication paid off as she achieved top 10 all-time rankings, and earning her a spot at the Worlds two years in a row. Along the way, it led her to become certified in strength and conditioning while continuing her healing benefits from dance.

Recognizing the importance of balance and rest, Jeannie decided to take a step back from powerlifting and redirected her focus towards building overall strength for better overall health. This shift has her go all in to pole dancing, where she found a captivating and enjoyable form of exercise that contributed to her body's and minds well-being.

Jeannie had the opportunity to perform in Elite Showcases, and even compete, achieving first-place victory in her category at PSO Liberty 2023. With a continuous passion for fitness and an unwavering determination to push her boundaries, Jeannie continues her journey here at Elite.