I had the same problem with sweaty hands. If I am working on a chrome pole I need grip. The one that works best for me is the Lupit grip pad. I do have to reapply it at times, but not as much as...more

The Pole Dance Competition Prep Guide is now available! *shameless plug* If you are considering entering a competition in 2020, or just want more advice on training safely, creating amazing...more

Ok thanks! I'll give that a go....more

You have to find the beam, it can damage the ceiling if you don't and it's not safe. Use a stud finder or knock on the ceiling to find the beams and direction they run. If you find the beam you don't...more

I have a pair of their other leggings not the superhero. They are not super grippy on any finish, but I was under the impression that was intentional. I thought that the superhero were suppose to be...more

Hi welcome!!! We have rented many places for years and I even drill into walls and beams without issue. It's easy to fill the holes needed for a pole mount. However, if you don't want to drill and the...more

Buy the pole you can afford, as long as it's not a toy pole. Xpole, platinum stages and lupit are all good poles. Beginners can learn on static and spinning pole, I teach both. So if you plan on using...more

Thanks Veena! Following her! mfloresh - I didn't quite know what I was doing when I started. I googled sewing with stretchy materials/knits and kind of took a bit of knowledge from everywhere. I...more

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I am so glad that you found this site. Veena and her lessons are the best. Like she said, get added to her FB group for live lessons and a chat class to go over it for help, tips, etc. I get the...more

Yes, the take off is a great place to start. ...more

Hey Veeners! A few years ago, I had connected with someone here who knew about a pole dance studio in Rwanda. I’ll be going back to Kigali for work for the month of January and I’d love to check...more

hi im regina i got my feet to the ground but how can i hold it by increasing my flexibility in the chest stand...more

Ok, thank you!...more

Thanks Veena!...more

Just solved my slippery pole problem. I have a xpert sport chrome pole and an xpert pro combo stainless steel pole. They were ok when I first got them but it seemed the more I cleaned them the slicker...more

Not a plus size, but "plus height" :) I am 6 feet tall and somehow heavy (as a tall person, carrying the bones). I was a tennis player when I started pole 3 years ago, and looking fit, and also I...more

I have never done a cartwheel in my life until 52 year old (2 years ago). Now I can do them. Working on your handstands (do chest-to-wall variations) will build shoulder strength and you get used to...more

Great idea Veena thank you.....more

That's such good advice. I'm gonna put a twin size mattress on each side of pole lol. But yeah learning how to fall out of it would definitely remove the fear of falling . I've been so busy trying NOT...more

Basically uploading pictures to FB and IG is my progress diary!...more

Hello In two days they answered me from Xpole. They have to send a new foot (base) to stop making that noise and can rotate normally. I have not received it yet, but I hope it is solved. Thank you...more

Don't use grip aids, right away unless you are slick from sweat or have dry skin that is slick. Work on something called grip control. It's learning how to control the amount of squeezing you need...more

Under bonus lessons. This month's group of lessons haven't been uploaded yet. 💜...more

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I think that was great! The video was put together very well, it looks like you put a lot of work into it. And you look very fit. Also love the shorts 😊...more

I've added 9 lessons to the BONUS POLE section. These are from the September challenge! The 3 routines are also uploaded and can be found in the ROUTINE section. All new lessons can always be...more

What is the best place to go to get a shorter barbell...more

I'm right-handed too and inverting for me is easier with my right arm on the inside, so that when I'm in an outside leg hang the left leg is hooked. It also means that when I do a superman, my left...more

you would need a vaulted ceiling adapter, There are different ones for different poles that i have seen. so if you have an xpole you can go to there site or type in vaulted ceiling adapter from the...more

I used to have mine up on a popcorn ceiling and it was fine, the top has a bit of a grippy edge. Do you know how thick the paneling is? I might be more concerned about cracking the paneling. How thick...more

Have strong boundaries with EVERYONE you meet, whether they are friendly or mean, don’t let anybody’s behavior (good or bad) get in your head. Focus on people who are respectful to you and shut...more

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I think we all get discouraged and stuck here and there even if you are training at a studio. Some practice sessions I feel pathetic and terrible about my skills and other times I’m amazed at what I...more

Excellent!!!...more

Thank you to both Ladies...My arms feel tender mostly the biceps so a break is a good idea and switching up the excercises Bi Week;y would be good to give them more rest time.I can work my biceps one...more

So I stopped doing pole about 5 years ago and want to get back into it. I've had a platinum stage and xpole in the past. Any other recommendations of removable poles. I tend to like the 45mm brass...more

Try tanning cream and tanning. It doesn’t get rid of them but it does lessen their appearance. I do it when I go to the beach. ...more

Hi all! I've been out of practicing pole for some time, but I never got rid of it! It's about 9 years old at this point, and wanted to make sure I didn't miss some massive recall or news about it. Or...more