Am I the only one that has ever asked this question? I would always see so many of my favorite dancers and entertainers that are equally talented in both. When I first started pole, what drew me in was the…
What would it take to feel truly confident and beautiful in my own skin as a pole dancer? I have been pole dancing for seven years and I'm confronted by this question almost every day. A part of me knows…
Stepping away from the pole was always something that made me feel naked. Like leaving the house without my sunglasses or earrings. What do I do with myself? Other than "figure-eighting" and "cat-pouncing" my heart out? Thoughts would start rushing…
With technology making it easier to listen to and to access more music than ever before, it’s getting harder and harder for people to comply with the direction “send me your music” for PoleCon or even any studio showcase. Despite…
(originally published in the Bad Kitty blog, republished with permission) So you want to a touring pole star but aren’t sure how to start? There’s no official process to going on tour. If you think you’re a great instructor with…
Flexibility plays a large part in living your best life, and an even larger part in living your best pole life. It improves range of motion, reduces risk of injury, improves posture, and makes your pole tricks look bomb. The…
An important motto to have with pole, whether you are a student or an instructor, is “never stop learning.” Pole sports is an ever-evolving sport that encompasses almost all aspects of dance, fitness and interpretation; and the number of various…
It is no secret that pole can be a painful thing for most people. We wind up with bruises, blisters, calluses, burns, and scrapes. We frequent chiropractors, physical therapists and massage therapists and use various balls and rollers at home…
We wait all year for the PoleCon performers to slay that stage, and, this year, they gave us what we wanted (and more!). Whether you missed seeing the incredible PoleCon 2018 showcase performances in person or you just want to…
Pole performers and competitors know how expensive our tiny little pole costumes can be. When I first started competing and performing, my costumes would cost me close to $100 dollars a pop for not-so-great costumes. Not to mention the cost…