PoleCon is now part of the IPIA! This post explains why that happened and what it means going forward. Our goal with these changes is to better support the pole industry, especially those working in it, and continue to provide…
In 2014, I purchased PoleCon from the founder of the event. I ran my first PoleCon in 2015 in New Orleans. I had some experience running events and thought I knew what I was doing. >> Spoiler alert, I did…
Heroes come in many shapes and forms. From Firefighters saving lives to the host at your favorite brunch spot that manages to squeeze you in without a reservation. To gymnast Steve, America’s pommel horse sweetheart, to the Turkish shooter that…
Yep, that’s correct. There will be TWO PoleCons in 2025! PoleCon 2025 will be held at Live! Hotel and Casino Maryland from May 29-June 1, 2025 PoleCon: West 2025 will be held at Hyatt Regency Denver at Convention Center from…
Last night, I took a non-pole dance class for the first time in a few months. The instructor had us improv to the lyrics of a song. Creating choreography to lyrics is often the easiest place to start for those…
Why is it that packing always seems easier and more fun in preparation for a trip? Unpacking at the hotel or AirBnB feels downright whimsical. Yet the minute it’s time to pack to leave your destination or unpack at home,…
Historically PoleCon has held workshops that were labeled: Beginner or All Levels Intermediate (basic climbing and basic inversions) Advanced (advanced inversions and combinations) A few workshops every year get labeled with a mixed tag such as Intermediate-Advanced. Most of the…
I've been thinking a lot lately about how my pole practice is evolving - as a teacher, performer and competitor. These deep thoughts started when I had another birthday that ended in a zero, and they got more intense when…
All exhibitors spotlighted have previously vended at a PoleCon event. Thank you for being a vendor at PoleCon! Can you tell us a little more about your brand? Flaaluhs (pronounced "Flawless") is a uniquely designed high-end brand. Our mission is…
Helping people find the connection between their bodies and brains to execute pole moves is HARD! While visually showing someone is part of teaching, verbalization and explaining the movement will aid in communication and understanding. A “cue” is a short-hand…