Discussions

The author shared excitement over photos posted by another member. The initial post sparked a lot of positive reactions and discussion about the photos themselves.

A member was experiencing tailbone pain while practicing the CKR pole move, due to a particularly bony tailbone. They asked if others had similar issues and sought advice.

This person is introducing themself to the community after a couple of months of lessons at a local studio. They are excited about pole and recently ordered a home pole, but it is currently on backorder.

The author shared that a video of their daughter being involved in a school fight was posted on YouTube and asked for help getting it removed. They were concerned about the video's impact and planned to discuss the situation with the school.

The author asked if it would be considered a 'faux pas' to use music already popular within the pole community for their own video. They were inspired by a specific video and song combination.

A new member introduced herself, sharing she is new to pole dancing, has no dance or fitness background, and hopes to make friends and learn. She is excited to join the community.

The author is a new pole dancer with small hands who is finding it difficult to grip the pole, particularly during climbs and spins. They are considering purchasing a home pole and are wondering if they should opt for a smaller diameter pole (45mm or 42mm) due to their hand size.

This person, a member for about a year, is looking for community and motivation. They want to connect with others and demonstrate the positive aspects of pole dancing to those who are critical of it.

A member is excited to be back to pole dancing after a year-long break, having recently re-installed their pole. They are enjoying the lessons and videos available on the site and are feeling motivated.

The author shared that they had stepped away from pole dancing due to a combination of seasonal depression, family conflicts, and focusing on a new fitness routine. They recently rediscovered their love for poling and moved their pole to a more inspiring location.

Someone shared a link to a radio interview with the owner of their local pole studio. The author wondered if the interviewer was being judgemental, but noted the interview focused on the positive impact of pole dancing.

Someone shared an exciting opportunity for UK pole dancers: a photoshoot with a well-known photographer for a motion panel project. They asked members to share links to their online videos so the photographer could review their style.

Someone new to the forum introduced themselves, letting everyone know they are from Dallas, Texas. They simply posted a thumbs-up emoji to start the conversation.

A member shared information about Danskin shorts they were selling on an online auction site, noting they offer exchanges for sizing issues. They expressed their love for the shorts and offered them in multiple colors.

A new member, a stay-at-home mother from Ohio, introduced herself and shared her excitement about starting pole dancing as a hobby once her children are in school. She was inspired by professional polers and has already tried a flag pole at a bar.

Someone experienced a sharp abdominal pain while attempting a pole move and wondered if it was just soreness or something more serious. They described the pain as occurring during a pull-up and persisting for a few days.

A member was struggling with the slipperiness of their stainless steel Lil Mynx pole, especially after practicing on grippier brass poles. They asked about using alcohol to clean and improve grip.

Someone asked if the online lessons from a particular instructor are available on DVD, as they need to access them in a separate room from their computer. They also mentioned an issue with the website's contact form.

Someone shared a story about a child’s drawing that was misinterpreted by a teacher. The drawing, intended to depict the child’s mother selling shovels, was mistaken for a pole dancing image.

The author experienced a sudden loss of grip on their new pole during a workout, despite regular cleaning and grip aids. They were hoping for advice on why this might be happening and how to fix it.

The author announced they will be teaching at a new pole studio in Harlem, NYC, called TWIRL. They shared their excitement about having a closer practice space and hoped it would help them overcome a recent creative rut.

Someone shared the happy news of their pregnancy, explaining their recent absence from the forum and mentioning plans to return to pole fitness postpartum. They are currently about six weeks along.

The original poster shared their positive experience with a Bobbi DVD, noting its clear breakdown of moves and inclusion of a lap dance section. They are now considering purchasing other DVDs in the series.

The author shared a story about injuring her hamstring after attempting a drop into the splits while showing off for friends after drinking. She's worried she's caused some damage and is seeking advice.

A new member is introducing themself to the community and sharing that they've recently started pole dancing, learning from online resources and planning to take lessons. They expressed feeling like they've found a welcoming space.