Discussions

The author shared the news that Tara Karina has returned to pole dancing and posted new videos. They were excited to see her back after a long absence.

Someone asked for opinions on performing at an amateur night at a strip club. They were curious about the experience and what others thought of it.

The author expressed frustration with people making jokes about pole dancing being a fallback career for stripping. They asked for advice on how to respond to such comments.

Someone was asking for recommendations for online stores selling pole dance wear, beyond the more well-known sites. They were hoping to find places that sell similar clothing to what is seen in competition videos.

The author is experiencing forearm pain, potentially tendonitis, from a combination of work and pole dancing. They are seeking suggestions for exercises or stretches to help manage the pain, and are wondering if forearm wrapping could be beneficial.

The author shared a disappointing experience at a strip club where the dancers didn't perform pole tricks despite the venue having poles. They expressed frustration, especially after complaining about it to another patron and being overheard by a dancer.

Someone was looking for a tutorial on how to do a fongi, a pole dance move, and asked if anyone had resources to share. They were having trouble finding one.

The author shared that a new acquaintance made a dismissive comment about their level 1 pole performance DVD, questioning if they were offended. They were seeking others' opinions on the comment.

The author asked what moves other people's partners enjoy watching them perform on the pole. They shared their surprise that their husband's favorite was a simpler, older move.

Someone recently bought a bottom-loading pole and found it difficult to install alone, taking a long time to get it perfectly straight. They were hoping for tips to speed up the process.

Someone shared their excitement after taking their very first pole fitness lesson. They found it challenging but rewarding, especially the chair and fairy spins, and are feeling the soreness now!

Someone new to pole is asking how to fit a pole practice into a very full, structured workout week. They are wondering if one longer session or short daily sessions would be more effective.

Someone was selling a used 50mm chrome Xpole, including a pair of shorts, for 250.00. They were also answering questions about why they were selling it and where to purchase poles.

Someone asked for advice on what to pack for their first pole expo, sharing their initial list of clothing and accessories. They were curious about what others typically bring.

Someone asked for hotel recommendations for attending the Las Vegas pole expo, weighing the pros and cons of staying on the strip versus near the expo venue. They were first-time attendees and wanted advice from those with experience.

The author was experiencing glute pain while stretching for front splits and questioned if this was normal, as well as the potential health risks of splits and oversplits. They were looking for insight from others in the community.

Someone recently received their new pole and shared that the packaging was damaged during shipping, resulting in a small chip on the base. They are contacting the company about it but are otherwise excited to set it up.

Someone is experiencing pain on the inside of their knee after doing straddle stretches. They asked for suggestions to prevent this pain and detailed their current stretching routine.

The author requested members report any bugs they encounter on the site, as a major code cleanup is underway. Several members have reported issues with commenting, logging in, video playback, and image display.

Someone asked about a sensation of pressure in their hips while stretching, specifically when trying to improve flexibility. They described a feeling like something needs to 'pop' but doesn't, and it's only happening during stretches.

The author, a new pole dancer who is also a working single mother, is feeling overwhelmed by the amount of training needed to improve at pole. She is asking how others balance classes, strength work, flexibility, and other aspects of pole fitness with busy lives.

Someone asked for recommendations for pole dance performance wear, specifically brands that offer good support. They were hoping to find options beyond basic sports bras and shorts.

The author is experiencing significant anxiety about their first pole showcase performance this Saturday, fearing they will blank, fall, or become ill on stage. They shared that this feels more stressful than skydiving.

Someone asked for reviews of the new Star Stand Alone (SSA) pole with the ezconnect system, having seen a couple of positive comments already. They were hoping for more feedback before deciding.

Someone shared a music video teaser from a Korean pop group featuring pole dancing moves like inverts and butterflys. The author was excited about the positive reception to the performance.