An Atlanta pole dancing studio responded after a “Mommy and Me” workshop geared toward letting moms practice pole techniques with their kids made online commenters seethe.
“The inspiration for our mommy and me pole fitness class stemmed from us looking to promote a unique bonding experience between mothers and their children while emphasizing fitness, strength, and confidence in a playful and supportive environment,” owner Tiajuanna ‘Tia’ Harris told PEOPLE Magazine.
Now-viral video of the class from Pink Poles Studio shows kids dancing alongside adults to the tune of “Take Me There” from the 1998 “Rugrats” movie.
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Outrage coincides trending concerns that children are being oversexualized from multiple sources, including explicit library books in public schools and through drag shows allowing minors to attend.
According to reports, children aged 4 to 14 participated in the pole dancing class.
Harris echoed claims posted on the studio’s website that the classes, despite garnering backlash online, received a “positive reception” locally.
“This positive feedback not only highlights a potential demand for such offerings but also underscores the community’s appreciation for the inclusive and engaging nature of these fitness sessions, fostering a supportive environment for both mothers and children to explore fitness, strength, and confidence together,” she told PEOPLE.
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