What’s In A Stage Name? by April Rayne
April Rayne is not my legal name, but that doesn’t make it any less ‘real.’ This is not a persona I wear, it’s who I am. April Rayne is the name I have chosen to represent me. Names are important…
An Interview with Lindsay Lithe
PoleCon workshop leader and performer, pole competitor and instagram sensation—we sat down to talk with Lindsay "Agent" Lithe. Mica (M): How did your pole journey start? Lindsay (L): I was in a bad relationship and wanted to get back to…
Hand Balancing and Pole Tricks
Handstands seem to be the new must have trick for pole dancers. If you are on Instagram, you are bound to see videos of your favorite pole stars working on handstand presses and bendy handstands. You've probably had to do…
New Year’s Resolutions!
It’s that time of year again. People make resolutions. Gyms are full in January and empty again by February. Only about 8% of people keep their resolutions. Why is this? What happens to the fire that’s ignited on the 1st…
To Assume is to Make an ___ out of You and Me: 10 Do’s and Don’ts of What to Say and Not Say to a Pole Dancer
Not sure what to say when you discover your new friend or possible love interest pole dances? Check out these 10 do's and don'ts of what to say and not say to a pole dancer! 1). WHAT TO SAY: “Will…
Great Gifts for the Pole Dancer in Your Life (maybe it’s you!)
So you have a friend, significant other, or family member who poles? Need some inspiration for a great gift for them? The Art of Pole by Jamilla Deville. This is an extensive set of DVDs made by world famous Jamilla…
Kids and Pole: An Interview with Paige Olsen
We sat down with the pint-sized, pole phenom Paige Olsen and her mom Jennifer to learn how the younger generation is changing the face of pole. Colleen (C): Terminology can be a funny thing in our industry — do…
Point Your Toes 101
If you are a student, you’ve heard it. If you’re a teacher, you’ve said it. But, just what does it mean to ‘point your toes’? The phrase is misleading because it’s so much more than just your toes at work.…
What to Eat Before, During & After a Pole Workout
Have you been wondering what to eat before, during or after a pole class to have lots of energy and feel your best? We all know pole, like any workout, requires a serious amount of energy and focus. Food gives…
“OMG STOP DOING THAT, or things this instructor wants to hammer into your head (but realizes you have to figure it out for yourself)”
Disclaimer: Post is meant to be humorous and certainly not meant to be mean/rude/insulting to any instructors/students :) (1) TRAIN. BOTH. SIDES. (and for the love of god, please keep working on the basics) I cannot emphasize this enough. (I…