WHO I AM

My name is Sherman Yu, a scientist during the day and a movement artist and athlete by night. Based in San Francisco, California and raised in Sacramento.

I started my pole journey in 2020 and have a dance background in hip-hop, popping, and locking. My passion for pole art eventually led to discovering flying / aerial pole and Chinese pole in 2022. I began teaching in 2023 and am known for my dynamic pole style, and flying pole. I have competed in Pole Sport Organization and placed bronze at U.S. National 2025 Men’s Pro Championship, and performed in various shows within the Bay and Sacramento area including the Vertical.show produced by Pink Puma. I currently teach regular weekly pole classes at Songbird Dance Studios.

I started photography in 2016 and have continued honing my skill and personal style through collaboration with other photographers. What started as a class in college became a hobby that eventually turned into a passion. I would love to capture you in your most treasured memories and tell your stories through my lens. I specialize in portraits, dance movement, pets, and product photography.

2024, Master’s in Pharmaceutical Bioengineering - University of Washington 2016, Bachelor of Science in Evolutionary and Ecology - University of California, Merced 2014, International Exchange Program - The Chinese University of Hong Kong