Tantra Fitness was founded in 2004 by Tammy Morris, an internationally recognized entertainer with over a decade of experience in the industry. After 11 years of dancing six days a week, Tammy decided to take a break and reflect on the next chapter of her life. Adjusting to a more sedentary routine after such an active career took a toll on her body, so she reluctantly began going to the gym. While this helped to some extent, it didn’t quite compare to the physicality of dancing.

Determined to regain her dancer's physique, Tammy purchased a pole and started dancing at home. It wasn’t long before she discovered the growing popularity of pole fitness classes in Los Angeles and realized the potential to blend her performance background with formal fitness training. This sparked the idea of opening a studio, and in January 2004, the first Tantra Fitness opened its doors near Granville Island, becoming Vancouver’s very first pole dance fitness studio.

Within six months, the demand for Tantra's unique offerings grew so quickly that the studio had to expand to a larger location on Cook Street in the Olympic Village. That same year, Tammy began teaching at the University of British Columbia’s AMS Mini School, further establishing Tantra’s place in the Vancouver fitness scene. What began with just Pole Dancing and Cardio Striptease classes soon blossomed into a diverse range of fitness programs, including Pole Choreo, PoleFit, Bungee Fit, Aerial Hoop, and Aerial Yoga. Tantra also became known for hosting unforgettable pole dance and lap dance parties for stagettes, bachelorettes, birthdays, and corporate events.

In September 2011, Tantra Fitness underwent a major renovation, increasing its space to accommodate more clients and adding a larger changing area and 15 poles. By 2013, the studio had relocated to the vibrant Gastown District in downtown Vancouver, making it even more accessible to commuters from across the Greater Vancouver Area, including Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, North Vancouver, Coquitlam, and New Westminster.

In December 2015, Tammy expanded Tantra Fitness with a second location in Mount Pleasant. And finally in February 2024, our newest Kitsilano location opened under our new rebrand, Be 1 Fitness. In August 2024, Saskia Arthur joined as a partner and business operator, further strengthening the team’s commitment to growth and innovation.

Today, Tammy and Saskia continue to evolve Tantra/Be 1 Fitness, striving to be the best pole fitness studio in Vancouver. With a wide array of classes in pole fitness, dance, aerial yoga, and circus arts, the team is excited to welcome new members and share their passion for fitness and empowerment. We hope you enjoy being part of the Tantra/Be 1 Fitness family as much as we do!

At Tantra Fitness our mission is to create an open space for everyone to be playful and courageous while discovering their inner beauty through fitness and dance. We strive to create an all-inclusive studio, a community based on mutual respect and acceptance regardless of race or gender identity. All are welcome!