Hi PoleCon Community! I’ve always said PoleCon is community and it’s a community I want to see continue into the future. To do that requires some changes to make PoleCon sustainable. Here’s how things will be changing so we can…
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…
As most PoleCon attendees know, pole retreats and conventions can be a great escape from jobs and everyday life to come together with pole friends, take workshops with some of our favorite pole stars, buy new pole merch, enjoy visiting…
Many pole dancers who regularly choreograph routines or combos for Instagram, classes, showcases, and/or competitions know all too well the struggle of dancer’s block. Much like writers block, dancer’s block involved a stall or complete stop in the creative process…
Whether you are planning to attend PoleCon, a summer pole camp, workshop, or just travelling on vacation and squeezing in some pole classes during your holiday, here is a check list of essential things you must have: Pole wear: Bring…
Do you ever find yourself in a trance, watching those crazy strong polers and think to yourself, “wow…I wish I could do that…!” Well I have good news for you. With the proper technique and progression, you too can achieve…
Tanya, a long time regular teacher at PoleCon, is bringing the first ever workshop geared specifically for kids! What made you want to start teaching kids? When younger I taught dance to kids for afterschool programs as well as over…
According to the American Council on Exercise, cross training is defined as an exercise regimen that uses several modes of training to develop a specific component of fitness. Reaching that perfect balance between aerobic/cardio conditioning and strength training has been…
Many of us who pole dance on a regular and not-so-regular basis carry around a pole bag. There are some polers who even keep an emergency pole bags in their cars to ensure they can make it to pole class…
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…