Nail care is an integral part of most people’s wellness routine, and more than 20 million Americans get four professional manicures every year. And even when going to a nail salon isn’t an option, people are still finding ways to…
S.T. Shimi (aka Black Orchid) was a ray of sunshine who lit up every stage she ever graced. With legs for days, a sassy but classy attitude and always a cocktail in hand (or nearby), you always sat with anticipation…
27 million Americans have hair that is longer than their shoulders, and nearly 900,000 people have their locks flowing down to their waist. If you have long hair, just like with any form of fitness exercise, it can sometimes be problematic…
Breathing is so natural to us as humans that we likely don’t even notice we’re doing it—or not doing it. The second we were born, we started to breath, letting out a wail to tell the world we have arrived.…
What is the first thing that happens when you enter a pole studio? Many times, you are greeted by the front desk staff who will ask for your name, check you into your class, and give you a waiver to…
Covid-19 has made this year a tough one for every community and industry. And, unfortunately, the pole community and industry being no exception. In part one of this series we spoke with Colleen Jolly, owner of Pole Con, performer, and…
The Covid-19 pandemic has spared no business or industry from its reach; but the industry on everyone’s mind in our community is, of course, the Pole Industry. I had the opportunity to talk with several industry leaders on how the…
The Men Of Pole Showcase is always a show stopper at Pole Con International. It’s an absolute thrill to watch these shooting stars as they blaze the stage! These guys leave the audience in awe with their presence and precision,…
What really gets me hot is hearing words that should just be banned, torched and otherwise eliminated from our pole vocabulary because they restrict our abilities, confuse us or downright discourage us—despite being abused ALL THE TIME in the studio…
Happy Pride Month! This is a particularly special pride month for me because it is my first being out as a NB trans person. Honestly, I don’t think I could have discovered this part of myself without pole and aerial.…