Discussions

A member introduced themself to the community, sharing they've been pole dancing for almost five years and participate in local shows and competitions. They also confessed to being unsure how to upload videos.

Someone proposed a 'Spring Break' theme for the monthly challenge, encouraging members to wear beachy outfits and choose related music. The author was inspired by a suggestion from another platform.

The author asked for suggestions on exercises to strengthen their core muscles for pole dancing, as they are finding their core strength is lagging behind their arm and leg strength. They were specifically looking for exercises beyond basic crunches.

Someone shared a video of an impressive pole move at the 3:19 mark and asked if anyone knew its name. They were also curious about the finger lights used in the video.

The author asked if anyone had experience with a combination move, transitioning from an anchored diva to an archer pose without using their hands. They shared a video for reference and wondered if it was achievable and how to improve it.

The author, a pole dancer from France, is hoping to open a pole dance school in their city and asked for advice on becoming a qualified instructor and the process of opening a studio. They are currently at an intermediate level.

Someone is thinking about starting a pole dancing business and asked for advice from those who have already done so. They are considering demos and small group lessons, as they aren't currently qualified to teach at a gym.

Someone asked for help understanding a specific pole combo called the 'Veena drop' after watching an instructional video. They were struggling with the hand and weight transitions into the reverse shoulder mount.

Someone is working on lifting into a twisted grip handspring after mastering the handspring itself. They are struggling to hold the position and avoid twisting into the pole instead of lifting.

Someone noticed a new grip aid, Platinum Grip, being sold by Platinum Stages and Sfactor. They were curious if anyone had experience with it and asked for thoughts.

Someone asked if anyone has experience with or has built a slideboard for indoor exercise, inspired by speed skating. They were hoping to recreate the feeling of roller skating indoors during the colder months.

The author is struggling with basic inversions while wearing shoes, finding it easy barefoot or on one side but difficult with shoes or on the other side. They asked for tips to overcome this challenge.

The discussion started with someone sharing their excitement about a new pole move called the Allegra, noting its increasing popularity. The author was curious if others were also captivated by it.

The author shared a heartwarming story about their husband’s change of heart regarding their pole dancing. Initially disapproving, he now confidently defends it to friends and family.

Someone shared video clips from a pole dance competition held in December and February. They also pointed out their own appearance in one of the videos.

Someone is opening a new pole dance studio in Iowa and encountered resistance from a commercial real estate owner who finds pole fitness 'offensive'. They shared their frustration and hope for a positive outcome, and mentioned plans to share videos.

Someone asked about how long to rest after experiencing muscle soreness from a recent practice. They were eager to continue training but wanted to ensure they didn't overdo it and risk injury.

Someone shared information about a pole dancing competition in East Tennessee, noting it's being held at a strip club and they are unable to attend due to a prior appointment. They shared a link to the competition details.

Someone shared details about a USPDF after-party hosted by Poletential at 420 Bar & Lounge, including ticket prices and location. They were hoping people would join them.

The author shared their experience with a fitness assessment at the gym, detailing their results in areas like flexibility, strength, and cardio. They were surprised by how strong they were assessed to be, especially in the chest press.

A member is seeking advice on achieving the elbow grip ayasha, noting they can do other variations but struggle with this one, particularly with grip security. They asked about hand placement.

The author is wondering about installing an X Pole in a room with a textured, stippled ceiling and asked about potential damage and minimum space requirements. They want to avoid leaving a visible ring in the ceiling.

Someone remembered a previous discussion about transitioning out of a jade split and shared a video combo they found helpful for that. They hoped the original poster would see it.

The author was considering a 45mm pole and asked about experiences with Platinum Stages bottom loader poles, specifically concerns about the cover interfering with moves. They also weighed the pros and cons of X-Pole.

The author shared their experience with recording pole practice, finding it helpful for tracking progress and staying motivated. They emphasized focusing on personal growth and enjoyment.