5 Non-Physical Ways to Train
What you do off the pole is just as important as what you do on the pole. When I say off the pole, that means off the pole and out of the studio or gym. Whether you’re on your rest…
What do you think about kids and pole?
Kids and Pole...Yay or Nay? As a Victorian (Australia) pole studio recently came under fire by local news organizations, one of our own in the pole community was viewed in a negative light for teaching youth how to pole dance.…
Pole Dance Your Way to a Toned Body
Singer and actress Jennifer Lopez put in months of hard work and training to perfect her pole dancing scene in the movie “Hustlers.” Pole dancing may look easy when done by pros, but the reality is, it involves rigorous training.…
Taking Care of Business —- Nope. Taking Care of Yourself to Take Care of Your Business
I caught part of an episode of “Shark Tank” the other day. While I’m not particularly interested in people begging for money from a room full of rich people ranging from slightly to obnoxiously rude, I am fascinated by entrepreneurs.…
What does PoleCon do with my money?
In the continued quest for more transparency, someone recently asked what the fees for PoleCon – the price of a pass, the cost of an exhibitor booth and workshop costs – actually pay for? Major Costs for PoleCon ~$115,000 Renting…
You’ve Been Selected to Perform at PoleCon 2020, Now What?
Congratulations! You’ve been selected to perform at PoleCon 2020! We’re heading back to where it all started ten years ago in the great city of New Orleans aka NOLA. As a previous performer and someone who amazingly got selected to…
Poling and Body Image
Before taking pole classes my body image and positivity were very much based on looks and weight alone. Do I look thin enough? Am I curvy enough? Do I weigh too much? With these thoughts in mind, I was very…
How Can Cardiovascular Training Take Your Pole Dancing Abilities To The Next Level
During an intense pole dancing session, your heart rate can reach a peak value of 96% of the maximal estimated heart rate (HRmax) and a peak breathing rate of 37 bpm, according to a study published in The Journal of Sports Medicine and…
Performing at PoleCon 2020: Selection Information
This year there were 757 applications for 232 performer slots. That is double the number of applicants we received last year. This means that less than 30% of people who applied will get to perform. Not even all paid workshop…
How to Put on a Dope Performance on a Budget
Putting on a performance, especially one for a large crowd like PoleCon, is no easy feat. It takes months of planning, preparation and practice. Performers can often times put a lot of undo stress on themselves trying to figure out…