Beginners! What are your thoughts?

Veena started this discussion · 3/9/2021

I'm in the middle of developing 3 new programs for beginners. There will be 3 of them each 2 weeks long and will essentially be level 1-3. These will be a way to continue learning after the 30 day take off. Perfect for those who don't yet feel ready to move on to other 30 day programs and would like to have a structured program instead of using the lessons on your own. I wanna know if there is anything you'd love to see in these 2 week beginner programs? I also have a 2 week beginner spin program in the works.

25 replies

Ivina · 3/10/2021
I was about to say spins, but saw you're already including that. Maybe learning combinations to see nice ways we could transition/flow between moves. Maybe the process of creating your own simple choreography with beginner moves -- and we can post our creations after!
Veena · 3/10/2021
I've got transitions/flow and combos in beginner level 2. Level 3 will focus on spins static and spinning along with an intro to some intermediate moves. I have a video that explains how to build a routine if you'd like to watch! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/52f8463f-3884-4318-b2fd-2d1c0a9aa0eb
Ivina · 3/10/2021
Awesome! Watching it now. :)
LatinPoler · 3/11/2021
Maybe add also some low flow/base work moves. By this I mean not standing, but with most of the body on the floor. Like knee pirouettes, shoulder stands, etc
Veena · 3/11/2021
Great idea! Maybe I should do that as a 2 week or 30 day exotic flow series?
Njeri · 3/11/2021
As a true beginner I love the idea of a spin series! I know you have so many lessons here and I've been here less than 2 weeks so I haven't gotten to see everything. What I want to build as a beginner is strength, ability to spin with fluidity, and increase my flexibility. I know this all takes time a practice but a structured program (maybe not strength because the take off is great for that) for spins and flexibility would be helpful in my opinion.
Veena · 3/11/2021
Njeri,as a total beginner make sure to start with either the 30 day take off, 30 day no pole, or at the beginning of any section because all lessons are listed in progressive order. Not random like other places. The routine section is a good place to learn flow and build strength.
Njeri · 3/11/2021
Thanks Veena! I'm 12 days into the 30 day take off and I love it. It's the pace I need right now but I'm still so anxious for more. I just tell myself, I will get there with consistency
LatinPoler · 3/11/2021
Yes, that would be awesome!!! Beginner exotic flow and transitions on static pole. I'm personally not fan of static spins... they can be hard on shoulders and wrist if your technique is not good, even worse if your upper body is tiny and your lower body heavier 🙋🏻‍♀️. What about a beginner spinning pole series? Learn to control the spin and build tolerance? I find spins on spinning pole easier on the joints and even prettier and more flowy... once you control the spin, with spinning pole you get more bang for the effort. This can be extra motivation for beginners!! But I'm biased because I prefer spinning pole in general 😅😅
PoleAdventures · 3/11/2021
I ever love new programs, so whatever it is, I'm looking forward to it 💜 And as you say, the huge advantage of your site is the progressive order!
Wanderpole Gina · 3/11/2021
I would definitely also love to see a low flow/exotic program for beginners!! Your programs motivate me as they keep me accountable for doing something each and every day :)! Can't wait to see it
intrinsicvalue · 3/11/2021
Definitely some beginner exotic flow. Things like articulation, head position, weight transfer, extension -- things to make easy moves look pretty and graceful. Sometimes in these damn classes I'm so busy trying to learn the choreos (which are billed as beginner but never really are) to really make beginner flow look as good as possible.
Veena · 3/11/2021
I love all the feedback, so helpful!!! We will be working on extension in the beginner levels I'm working on. I do feel that most exotic and low pole work isn't beginner level and haven't yet planned out anything specifically for exotic, low pole, but you've giving me some inspiration! Latin, the spin pole program I'll be doing will work on that very thing control of spin and building tolerance. I really have to work on my tolerance when I've taken time off. I get how blah it makes some people feel. I spent a whole morning sick to my stomach because I ignored my own advice and did "all the things" on spin after time off. lol
SusanMarie · 3/12/2021
Hi. I'm very new and doing the 30 day beginner. I'm loving it. I look forward to more beginner material to work up to and am learning just from this thread on how to progress through your lessons. A big thank you for all you do!
ewebet72116 · 3/13/2021
More for those of us without a pole. I love the idea of floor flow or chair for beginners. I'm sure you already have a lot of these that I just haven't checked out!
Veena · 3/14/2021
Hi ewebet! I've got all sorts of no pole workouts, routines, individual lessons and a 30 day no pole program. Including a new floor routine and some new workouts and warm ups.
Catherine Wylie · 3/15/2021
I feel kind of bad that I hardly did any pole but I am finally getting back to it. It was a busy and weird year since I signed up. Now I really want to carve out time and have started just doing simple things on the pole and doing the exercises here. I would love a beginners spin pole class. I am down to sign up for another year and take advatage of it this time. I started feeling kind of old at 54 but that's no excuse and I want the strength training on top of the yoga practice I do.
amelia2000 · 3/15/2021
I'd love an exotic programm too :) Also a floorwork programm would be good (not sure if this was already mentioned)
Veena · 3/17/2021
I just finished exporting the Veena's tips for each program! I also have 4 new level 2 combos/routines finished! I have all the intros to film and edit but it's coming along!!!! I'm hoping to have all 3 programs ready by April.
Njeri · 3/17/2021
Woo hoo!!! So excited for all these goodies!
Corrie · 3/23/2021
All of this is so great! I can't wait to see the next serieseses. ;)
Veena · 3/23/2021
Beginner Level 1 is up and ready! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/Beginner_Level_1_Program Here's my newest Veena's tips as well https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/6058e352-b75c-40f4-a7ba-5be8ac110005
Veena · 4/1/2021
Beginner Level 2 is Up and ready! You'll notice 4 New combo/routines to help you improve your flow and a new Veena's tips! Here's the program https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/Beginner_Level_2_Program Veena's tips https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/6064d969-0c24-4a6d-a7a6-1607ac110005 4 new routines (listed at the top of this section) https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/routines-pole-lessons I'd love to hear how it's going.
Veena · 4/6/2021
Level 3 is up! https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view_category/Beginner_Level_3_Program You'll find my Veena's tips for level 3 is ready too https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/606b7556-1bcc-4baf-b20b-2813ac110005 I'd love to hear how the programs work for you.
Dadgirl21 · 4/15/2021
I love these programs as I was stuck where to continue in my training after the 30 day take off and trying on my own I would always forget the Conditiining and strength. Look forward to many more