A story about kindness
About a year and a half ago I made a concerted effort to reframe how I was looking at the world. I chose to focus on kindness. For me this means granting others grace and compassion and generally believing that…
Down The Rabbit Hole: Facing Imposter Syndrome and Comparison Anxiety
Hot take, Pole is hard. I know right? I’ll give you a moment to soak that in. … you good? … ok great. So, as I was saying, pole is hard. It will push you past where you feel comfortable…
How Everyone Can Find Empowerment Through Pole Dance
Pole dancing develops the body’s core, as well as both upper and lower body strength, according to Healthline. Aside from the physical benefits of the exercise, however, the art of pole dancing can also be empowering for a number of…
PoleCon 2023: Recap
Thank you so much for coming to PoleCon 2023 in the DMV! This is my eighth, live PoleCon as CEO/owner, the twelfth overall live event since its founding, and it is by far the largest event ever with several people…
Interview with New PoleCon Instructor: Claudia Renee
We are sitting down to talk to our new instructors for PoleCon 2023! Learn more about them and then click here to purchase their workshop 1. We’re so excited to have you teach at PoleCon this year! Can you tell…
Pole Dance Enthusiasts Invade the DMV for June 15-18 International Pole Convention
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE More than a thousand pole dancers, including people of all genders, all ages, backgrounds, and body shapes gather for the 12th annual International Pole Convention—or simply “PoleCon”—at the Maryland Live! Hotel and Casino June 15-18! Open to…
Drag bans hurt pole dancers too
The title is click-baity on purpose >> If you aren’t paying attention to the “drag bans” because you think they don’t impact you as a cis-gendered, straight person, they impact everyone, and you should pay attention. So-called “drag bans” which…
Interview with New PoleCon Instructor: Evgeny Greshilov
We are sitting down to talk to our new instructors for PoleCon 2023! Learn more about them and then click here to purchase their workshop 1. We’re so excited to have you teach at PoleCon this year! Can you tell…
Poling and Grief
Editors Note: Jess started working on this blog entry over a month ago. It was completed before she learned of the tragic incident following a local DC-area competition. She offers her deepest condolences to everyone processing that loss. Perhaps her…
What to expect as a PoleCon exhibitor?
PoleCon can be a great place to sell your product or service and to network with other pole industry professionals. Read below for what to expect as an exhibitor. Please note, since PoleCon moves every year, some information may change…