Discussions

The author, a dancer with experience in other disciplines, is new to pole and seeking advice as she begins her journey. She is hoping to build confidence and improve her body image through pole dance.

The author is unintentionally losing weight due to increased cardio and is seeking advice on how to healthily increase calorie intake. They want to avoid relying on unhealthy fats and carbs.

The author was frustrated learning a shoulder mount and amused to find their partner succeeded on the first try. They shared this experience seeking advice.

The author is moving to Manchester and excited to finally have space for a home pole. They asked the community what they might have forgotten when preparing to pole at home.

An instructor is seeking advice about a beginner student who is struggling with the physical and mental aspects of pole dancing. The student requires a lot of individual attention, impacting the progress of other students in the class.

The author is feeling discouraged after temporarily achieving a Cartwheel Mount, then losing the ability to do it and injuring their toe. They are questioning whether to continue pole dancing.

Someone new to pole is excited to start lessons at a studio in Ohio and is planning a home studio. They shared their excitement and mentioned purchasing a fitness program in preparation.

Someone shared a video of a pole dance performance with the group, thinking others might enjoy it. They simply wanted to share something they found inspiring.

Someone was having trouble logging in to the shop section of the website to make a purchase. They tried logging in with their username and password, and even reset their password, but continued to encounter errors.

Someone is visiting New York during USPDF week and asked about stores in Manhattan that sell pole dancing shoes, hoping to buy a new pair. They are particularly interested in brands like Pleaser and Ellie.

The author was asking for feedback on pole instructor certifications, specifically the OC Fitness program. They were excited to begin studying and open to recommendations.

Someone new to pole dancing asked for information about pole jams, wanting to know where they are typically held and what they involve. They were seeking a general overview of the experience.

Someone shared information about Studio Veena buttons available for purchase, suggesting they could be a fun way for community members to identify each other at events. They mentioned the buttons are reusable.

The author is preparing for ACL and PCL reconstruction surgery on both knees due to old injuries and recent instability, and is anxious about returning to pole and aerial arts. They asked if anyone had similar experiences and could offer insight.

The author, a new pole dancer, was choosing between three pole brands: Xpole, Lil Minx, and Pussycat Poles, prioritizing safety and ease of transition. They were also concerned about weight capacity and building upper body strength.

Someone shared a video of a pole dancer with a very energetic performance. The author wanted to share the inspiring routine with others.

Someone shared news about starting a business as a consultant for a romance and intimacy product company, alongside their passion for pole dancing. They invited others to check out their website.

Someone new to pole dancing recently got a pole and was hoping to connect with other polers in or near Augusta, Georgia. They shared their excitement about starting this new hobby.

The author announced the April challenge: to create a pole dance routine to a song released in the year the dancer was born. Members shared their birth years and potential song choices.

The author is clarifying the initial training schedule for new students, specifically wondering when they can move beyond strength training and begin learning beginner pole moves. They are following a program created by an instructor named Veena.

The author shared a funny story about nearly falling into the water from a boat, but was able to use her pole dancing skills to pull herself back up to safety. She thanked her instructor for preparing her for this unexpected situation.

Someone was organizing a pole jam in Montreal at Studio 409 in April to allow people who use Veener poles to meet. They asked for interested people to get in touch and shared initial details about cost and potential activities.

The author excitedly shared that they achieved a pole hold for the first time, specifically a Pold hold, after watching a tutorial. They were thrilled with their success and shared their excitement with the community.

The author is new to pole and has significant knee pain, potentially requiring eventual replacement, and asked for advice on getting up and down from the floor. They are documenting their journey to help others in a similar situation.

Someone is asking for help breaking a habit of needing to place their foot on the pole before entering a CAR (inverted trick). They are looking for ways to achieve the move without relying on this initial foot placement.