Discussions

The author shared a story about the newly crowned Miss USA and past photos of her participating in pole dancing and a 'Stripper 101' workshop. They questioned the criticism she was receiving, finding it hypocritical.

Someone is considering purchasing a pair of 7.5 inch heels, a significant jump from their current 6 inch heels, and asked for advice on transitioning to the higher height. They expressed concern about stability and potential discomfort.

A member noticed they couldn't log in with their usual password and discovered it had been changed to something unfamiliar. They were concerned about a potential account hack or a forum glitch.

Someone shared a link to their new pole dance website, which includes a photo section organized by move type and a thank you to their mentor. They also mentioned owning a studio in Hong Kong.

The author is struggling with the Superman move, specifically straightening their leg and overcoming fear of slipping. They also questioned their pole teacher's instruction, feeling it was unsafe and potentially indicative of a lack of proper training.

The author is preparing a pole performance for a studio anniversary and a Halloween event, with a 'twisted carnival' and 'heaven and hell' theme. They are seeking choreography and costume ideas for a performance to the song 'Feeling Good' (later changed to 'Beautiful People').

Someone was experiencing issues with their pole unexpectedly spinning when it should have been static, causing safety concerns during moves. They asked for help troubleshooting the problem and identifying the cause.

Someone asked for help with a pole move where the body spirals around the pole as you slide down. They described swinging a leg across and rotating the body, but were struggling with the spiraling motion.

Someone is struggling to achieve the star pose, describing difficulty with hand placement, hip positioning, and sliding off the pole. They asked for tips to help them get into the move.

This person, a pole dancer from the UK, introduced themself to the group and shared they’ve been dancing for about nine months. They are hoping to find ways to connect tricks into more flowing routines.

Someone shared a website with a variety of platform shoes at reasonable prices, noting free shipping. They included links to several brands available on the site.

The author announced a broadcast of the Detroit Pole Showcase featuring dancers from StudioVeena, inviting members to watch in the chat room. The author was sharing information about the event and where to view it.

Someone shared information about an upcoming end to free shipping on X-Pole products from a particular retailer. They also mentioned upcoming holiday specials and encouraged people to follow their social media page for updates.

The author is looking for yoga DVD recommendations to improve flexibility, specifically for achieving the splits. They prefer options suitable for home practice due to childcare and work schedule constraints.

Someone shared their discovery of La Senza boyshorts as a good, affordable option for pole dancing, noting they are similar to PoleSkivvies but shorter and currently on sale. They included pictures of the shorts.

The author started a thread to share links to submission videos for the Polarity competition. Many members posted their own videos for both Pole Drama and Trixpert, and discussed the difficulty of the competitions.

Someone is wondering if Titanium Gold poles offer similar grip to brass poles, as they prefer the feel of brass at their studio. They are looking for recommendations for a stationary or spinning pole for home use.

The author asked for advice on protecting skin from the sun while pole dancing outdoors, as sunscreen and protective clothing aren’t ideal. They are prone to burning and want to find a solution for summer poling.

Someone recently received their new pole and was having trouble figuring out how to pack it back into the carrying case, specifically with the velcro straps. They asked if anyone had pictures of how they pack their pole for storage.

Someone shared a photo of their first attempt at an Ayasha pose and asked for tips on improving their form. They noted it didn’t look great but were excited to have achieved it.

Someone was asking about a previous sale on Dry Hands grip products, hoping to purchase some for their studio. They recalled a thread discussing where to find them at a discount.

This person is new to pole dancing and enjoying the classes, but will be moving around a lot over the next few months. They are looking for studio recommendations in Barcelona and considering how to transport a pole internationally.

A new member from the UK shared their struggles with starting pole dancing and asked how long it takes to get easier, as well as requesting hints and tips. They currently practice at home with limited space.

A new member introduced themselves to the community, sharing their long history with pole dancing as both a practitioner and instructor. They expressed their joy at finally joining the forum and how pole has positively impacted their life.

Someone noticed several new beginner lessons were added and asked if there's a specific place new lessons are announced. They were excited about the new content and wondered if they'd missed any others.