Discussions

Someone is asking for help with the extended butterfly pose, noting they can do a regular butterfly but struggle with keeping their arm straight and avoiding sliding down. They are hoping for tips to improve their form.

Someone is planning to buy an aerial hoop or lyra and is asking for advice on size, rigging, and where to purchase. They are 5'6" tall with ceilings just under 9ft and are considering a stainless steel, 1-inch hoop around 36 inches wide.

Someone shared a link to a poster contest and asked people to vote for their favourite. They noted they were entry number two in the competition.

The author is preparing for a performance but has lost some pole strength and is struggling with their planned routine. They are asking for advice on how to improve the performance with only two weeks left.

Someone shared a vlog they created about the stigma surrounding pole dancing, particularly concerning men, professional dancers, and those with families. They expressed a desire to challenge these negative perceptions through their art.

Someone is selling a used 45mm Xpole Sport for a fixed price of $200. They state it includes all original parts and the carrying case, noting the case has some dust and pet hair.

Someone asked for advice on how a pole dancer who is also a massage therapist can maintain grip, given their profession requires working with oils. They were hoping for a solution to help with stickiness.

The author shared that their pole is in the living room but they feel self-conscious practicing in front of family. They were curious about where others practice and how they manage their time.

The author is building a pole routine and wants ideas for exiting a forearm stand gracefully, as they are restricted from using pole inversions. They are looking for techniques or videos demonstrating smooth dismounts.

The author, new to spinning pole, asked about how to think through combos and whether others switch spin directions frequently. They found that the spin can influence which moves flow well together.

Someone recently purchased poles with a sleeve covering the base adjustment nuts and found it interfered with their movement. They asked if others had experienced this issue and how they resolved it.

The author shared a video of a new pole routine and asked for feedback, expressing nervousness about posting. They were particularly unsure about a pole wipe section of the routine.

The author, age 46, asked if it was realistic to start pole dancing, sharing they have a general fitness background. They were seeking encouragement and validation for beginning this new skill.

Someone is struggling with excessive sweating during pole, specifically on their hands and inner thighs, which is causing slipping. They are asking for product recommendations to help improve their grip.

The author is experiencing pain and discouragement from pole training three times a week as a beginner. They are dealing with hand aches, bruises, and significant pole burn and asked for tips.

Someone is purchasing an aerial hammock and asked for advice on home training, resources for learning, and recommendations for equipment. They have some yoga experience and are excited to explore suspension training.

Someone is experiencing an uneven and noisy spin on their tension-mounted X-pole, despite ensuring it's straight. They are concerned about potential damage to the pole or themselves and asked for advice.

The author is distressed about a hair dyeing mishap, starting with a blue dye that wouldn't fade and resulting in patchy blonde, blue, and green hair after bleaching. They are hesitant to visit a salon and are seeking advice on how to fix it.

The author asked for feedback on the Omni Gym, specifically for use with a rocket stand, yoga sling, and potentially a trapeze, as they can't install equipment in their ceiling. They were already leaning towards it based on a recommendation.

Someone recently purchased their first pole and is seeking ideas for a suitable space to set it up, as they are concerned about privacy and space limitations. They are hoping for suggestions from others.

The author is experiencing several site issues, including missing email notifications, an inability to unsubscribe from posts, and difficulty accessing the contact page. They were seeking assistance from the site administrator.

Someone asked about supplements for fat burning and muscle building, referencing their past experience with MMA and wanting to know if things like fish oil and CLA are effective. They were hoping to find ways to improve their physique.

Someone shared a video of pole dancer Charlee Wagner, calling her underrated and a new inspiration. They wanted others to check out her work.

Someone asked for help with tightness and aches in the muscles between their shoulder blades. They included a picture to show the specific area they were referring to.

Someone is looking for ways to build strength specifically for ayeshas, noting that caterpillar climbs don’t seem to translate to the same muscle engagement. They feel their leg strength is overshadowing arm work.