Kids and Poles: Why it’s a good thing
Children are natural monkeys. I don’t have children myself, but I have plenty of friends and colleagues who do, and I’ve been around my share of other people’s kids enough to see it. Children are tiny little nuclear powerhouses of…
From Tomboy to Sexy Pole Star: Nicole the Pole
Iron X. Titanic. Jack Knife. Shoulder Mount. All performed with sexiness, grace, and style. With over 144 million views on YouTube (and that's just from a single video), Nicole the Pole Williams is most famously known as the performer in…
Barefeet, Ballet Slippers, and Heels
Barefeet, Ballet Slippers or Heels Which do you prefer? So many choices what should a girl do? Personally, I prefer bare feet and ballet slippers. When I took my first pole class. My instructor was wearing a pair of knee…
Pole as Activism
Activism is defined as “the policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change”. Activism cannot come without a desire to understand, so it is my goal to talk about both understanding and activism in…
What’s In Your Carry On? Your Top 10 Pole Convention Essentials
Get ready to strap on your platforms and slap on some iTac! With an exciting 4 days of workshops and free evening performances (don't forget your complimentary lunch Friday and Saturday and breakfast Sunday), you'll be sure to have a…
Being a Pole Chemist: How I was inspired to make my own natural grip product
What is a Pole Chemist? I gave myself the name Pole Chemist! When I was in grade school I always enjoyed doing science projects for school. I was always that kid outside after it rained, lifting up rocks to see…
Welcome to the blog!
Welcome to the blog of the International Pole Convention! Here, you'll find articles about our exhibitors, workshop and seminar leaders; recommendations from local New Orleanians on where to go and what to eat in our host city; as well as…