Discussions

The author asked whether other parents allow their children to play on their pole, sharing that their kids enjoy it and it's boosted their daughter's confidence. They were curious about others' experiences and opinions.

A new male pole dancer wondered if leg hair would affect his grip or cause pain during pole dancing. He was unsure if he should remove his leg hair.

The author is looking for a roommate to share the cost of a hotel room at PoleCon in Baltimore, offering different price points depending on bed-sharing arrangements. They also mentioned driving from Rhode Island and offered rides to those nearby.

This member is reintroducing themself to the community after a long break due to pregnancy and working at a club. They recently had a baby girl and are excited to get back to pole dancing.

Someone asked about the best personal training certification to get, wondering if there was much difference between programs. They were unsure about their future career path with it.

Someone noticed their hands get sweaty when using their new powder-coated pole, despite not usually having this issue. They asked if others experienced this and for any tips to resolve it.

The author is preparing for a new pole and is working on floorwork and movement, but is struggling with rhythm and feeling comfortable with their dancing. They asked for advice on how to develop a sense of how movements should feel.

The author recently created an Instagram account dedicated to their pole journey and is seeking other pole dancers to follow for inspiration. They shared their username hoping to connect with the community.

The author is finding they have the strength for new pole moves but struggles with the aesthetic aspects of their dancing, like lines, flow, and flexibility. They feel a disconnect between how they feel while dancing and how it appears.

The author recently opened a large pole dance studio and is wondering about the challenges of overcoming negative perceptions of the art form. They are also bringing in a well-known instructor and are seeking thoughts on why people pole and what features they’d like to see in a studio.

The author was curious about cranial sacral therapy and asked for experiences before an appointment with a chiropractor who offers it, as they've been experiencing pain in their shoulder, foot, and hip. They suspect past pole dancing without instruction contributed to these issues.

Someone shared a link to a photo series featuring pole dancers in their homes, noting it showed a more realistic side of the hobby. They wondered if anyone recognized the dancer wearing a particular tank top.

The author is seeking advice on building a well-rounded training regime to complement their pole practice, feeling overwhelmed by the many options and unsure how to balance strength, flexibility, and skill development. They also questioned whether to continue with CrossFit.

A member is experiencing itchy rashes on areas of skin contacting the pole, despite having no prior issues with their chrome X-Pole. They are trying to determine if it's a developing sensitivity to the metal or something else at a new studio.

The author is looking for recommendations for an affordable X-Pole 45mm spin pole, with a ceiling height of 8-9ft. They asked for leads from other members.

Someone asked about recent experiences with Valentino brothers' stretching DVDs, specifically for side, front, and back flexibility. They were looking for supplemental stretching resources alongside existing lessons.

Someone is planning to purchase a pole and is concerned about potential damage to their ceiling and hardwood floors, especially as they rent their apartment. They asked if others have experienced any damage from pole installation.

Someone asked if anyone has experience using pole armour or sleeves as an alternative to grip aids. They were curious about whether others found them helpful for grip and skin protection.

Someone asked the community to identify a pole move shown in a picture. They were hoping to learn the commonly used name for this particular variation.

Someone is struggling with hip rotation limiting their flexibility in moves like fan legs, despite consistent stretching. They suspect the issue isn't just flexibility, but a 'catching' sensation when rotating their hips.

The author shared their positive experience switching from a brass pole to a titanium-gold (TG) pole after struggling with grip. They were very pleased with the customer service received and the significant improvement in their ability to pole.

Someone shared a video of their first successful true grip handspring. They were excited to share their accomplishment with the community.

Someone recently received an extra tall pole and ceiling mount, but is missing instructions and needs help with assembly. They are unsure how the pieces fit together, particularly a 'weird screw bit'.

A new personal training studio owner is seeking free photos of pole dancing, flexibility, and strength training to use on their website and social media. They are looking for images to accompany fit tips and inspirational quotes.

The author is having trouble posting pole dance videos to Facebook, receiving blocks related to copyright or questionable content. They asked for advice on how others successfully share their videos.