Discussions

Someone is concerned they may have been scammed by an online pole dance shop after waiting a long time for an order and finding the website blocked. They are worried about receiving their items in time for a performance.

The author is planning a performance and is seeking ideas for a floorwork entrance that doesn’t involve a pole move. They are also struggling to find suitable music, as their first choice has vulgar lyrics and the edited version isn’t ideal.

Someone is having trouble opening video files taken on their phone on their computer. They are looking for a free video converter to change the file format, as their current files appear to be mp4s.

The author shared their experience of revisiting beginner lessons after a year of poling, discovering gaps in their foundational technique and finally mastering a pole sit. They praised the lessons available from a particular instructor.

The author announced the upcoming American Pole Fitness Championships in New York on October 23rd, including workshops and a magazine launch. They shared a link for tickets and workshop details.

A member noticed their added music tracks sped up after uploading videos, particularly when using iMovie. They were seeking advice on whether the issue stemmed from their software, file format, or internet connection.

Someone asked if there was enough interest from members of a particular studio to create a designated section at the California Pole Dance Championship. They were trying to gauge attendance from people in the studio.

The author is new to pole dancing and their partner is planning to buy them an Xpert pole. They asked for advice on whether to choose a 45mm or 50mm diameter and a titanium gold (TG) or chrome finish.

Someone is planning to install a home pole and asked for advice on how much space to dedicate to the pole area, as they are having trouble finding a suitable location. They were hoping for suggestions on minimum clear space requirements.

Someone shared a birthday wish for their wife, celebrating her as a mother, pole dancer, and businesswoman. They wanted to acknowledge her special day with the community.

The author recently achieved some inverts and was dismayed by their appearance in the mirror while upside down, describing a strained and unflattering facial expression. They asked if this would improve with practice and comfort.

The author is struggling to remember pole move names and is finding it difficult to achieve the same split flexibility on the pole as they have on the ground. They asked for advice on both issues.

Someone was experiencing audio cutting out during video playback and wondered if it was a site issue. They also noticed recent changes to the platform.

The author announced that Denise Brown and David C. Owen (Stellar) will be teaching workshops at their studio in September and October. They asked interested participants to share what they'd like to work on with Denise.

The author shared their exciting experience competing in the first Icelandic pole dancing championship, where they placed second. They described the last-minute preparation, stage fright, and how performing in front of a cheering crowd helped them shine.

The author shared an article about originality in pole dancing, sparked by discussions of dancers feeling their moves are being copied. They wanted to share the article's perspective on the issue.

The author experienced a sudden shift in their hip mobility after working on long-term tightness, noticing a new range of motion and a physical change. They are wondering if others have experienced similar 'unlocking' sensations and how it impacted their pole practice, especially with a competition approaching.

The author, new to pole dancing, asked whether to purchase an X-Pole X-pert or X-Sport for home practice. They were unsure whether to get a spinning pole, as they haven't tried one before.

Someone shared a photo of custom M&Ms they received after a previous issue with the printing. They expressed gratitude to the company for resolving the problem.

Someone suggested a regular picture contest where members could submit photos and vote for a favourite. The winning photo would then be featured on the site’s front page.

Someone shared a positive experience with an online shoe retailer they found on a popular auction site. They got a great deal on a pair of pole shoes and were pleased with the quick shipping and the seller's customer service when there was a slight discrepancy in the product description.

The author asked for exercises to improve back flexibility, specifically to work towards back bends. They mentioned struggling with bridges.

Someone initially proposed a pole jam in London in mid-July, but the discussion evolved to consider locations in and around London and Kent. The author was looking to reconnect with people who had previously expressed interest.

This month's challenge centres around the theme of back to school. The author proposed dancing to a song about school or performing in a schoolgirl outfit, or both!

The author asked if anyone else was planning to attend the World Pole Sport & Fitness Championships in Zurich. They were also trying to find more information about workshop schedules and teachers.