Bermata has been a student at The Pole Boutique since 2014 and began teaching pole in 2019. She started dancing in high school, completing SACE Stage 1 & 2 Dance in 2011 and has over 12 years of experience as a Wedding Dance instructor, along with a background in Latin/Ballroom, musical theatre and performances.

Beyond dance, Bermata is a degree-qualified Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine Practitioner (BHSc Acupuncture Therapies) with a special interest in musculoskeletal and women’s health. She also holds a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Certification, integrating flexibility, strength, and injury prevention into her teaching. With a supportive and technical approach, Bermata empowers students to build strength, refine technique, and express their unique style—helping everybody feel strong and confident in their pole journey.

Qualifications / Training

  • 2025|Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Practitioner with a Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture Therapies) with a special interest in musculoskeletal and women’s health.
  • 2021 | 200hr yoga teaching certification
  • 2011 | Completed SACE Stage 1 & 2 Dance

Industry Experience / Titles

  • 2019 | Australian Pole Championships | Finalist
  • 2019 | South Australian Pole Championships | Amateur Winner
  • 2018 | Australian Amateur Pole Championships | Open Division Winner
  • 2018 | Slay It | Advanced Division Winner
  • 2018 | Slay It | Queen Slayer
  • 2017 | Adelaide Fringe | Musical Theatre
  • 2016 | Adelaide Fringe | Musical Theatre
  • 2013 | Adelaide Fringe | Musical Theatre