Pole Dancer Privilege Strut
Strutting our stuff is what we do best so let us line it up and get real about the ways WE ALL benefit from privilege in our pole and aerial society.* How do you do a privilege strut activity? Everyone…
Ride or Die: My Pole Bestie
Let us all just take a moment to toot our own horns and say the pole community is a pretty damn good one. Yeah, pole is great for the workout, it’s beautiful for our soul, and it provides a unique…
What’s your “go-to” shoe?
When I first began poling, I had probably never worn a high-heel more than four inches tall …Needless to say, when I was shown what a “pole shoe” looked like, I was both intimidated and fascinated. My very first pair…
MUSICALITY: What is it? Why is it important? How can I use it?
Musicality is a word that often comes up in pole discussions, but what does it mean? A quick dictionary search tells us that there are two ways musicality can be defined. One way is the ability to perceive music, and…
Who is your Pole Crush?
Whether you’re a newbie to the magical world of pole dancing/aerial arts or you’re a seasoned veteran, there is probably at least one well-known poler whose style resonates with you. Those of us who have attended events (such as the…
Book Your Luxury (and fun!) Transportation to PoleCon 2018!
PoleCon is an annual event that honors the culture that surrounds the pole dance and pole fitness communities. It doesn't matter your age, identity, or size; everybody is welcomed to enhance their knowledge and skill set. This community is inclusive…
The Importance of an Intentional Warm Up Routine: For Competition Training and Otherwise
The vast majority of pole dancers (without a gymnastics/dance/intense sports background) who are just starting out often follow whatever warm-up routine they learn in class. Over time this warm-up is committed to muscle memory and becomes a staple anytime the…
The Perfect Body Wave
What is the most iconic sexy skill? That’s right, the body wave. A simple yet complex way of moving that will lock an audience into a trance. A body wave is a sensual way of emulating a snake which,…
Your First Pole Photoshoot
Okay, so your pole studio has booked a professional photographer to do a photo shoot and immediately you begin to salivate over the IG hashtag possibilities…(#booty). Even if you have never modeled before, much less had some stranger with a…
Conquering the Microbend Part 2: Strengthening Your Lines
If you caught part 1 on how to conquer the microbend, you have probably been awaiting different methods you can use to strengthen your “push” muscles as well use them with your active flexibility. If you need a recap, we…