Discussions

The author expressed their appreciation for the supportive and positive nature of the pole dancing community, both online and at a recent competition. They shared their experience as a representative at the USPDF East Coast Regionals.

Someone recently purchased a pole and discovered it appears to be bent or twisted, causing it not to spin correctly. They are looking for information about this issue and what steps to take with the seller.

Someone asked if there are any other polers in the Chicago area, as they are looking for people to pole with outside of classes. They are hoping to find someone to jam with.

The author is planning to try for a baby and asked when she should stop pole dancing during pregnancy, specifically about inverting and spins. She wondered if she could continue some moves while avoiding others.

The author asked for advice on how to safely hold the pole with their legs and thighs to perform core exercises. They were specifically interested in moves like sit-ups and twists.

This person is new to pole dancing and introduced themselves, mentioning they enjoy classes at a specific studio and recently got a home pole. They are hoping to share videos eventually and are looking to connect with other dancers.

The author is new to pole dancing and very enthusiastic, having taken four classes so far. They are hoping to install a home pole to practice more easily and expressed admiration for the skills they see online.

A member was getting professional pole photos taken and asked for advice on poses and moves that photograph well. They were particularly interested in ideas for advanced moves, given they can't do splits.

Someone asked for confirmation that the top adjuster of their spinning pole is supposed to rotate with the pole during spin mode. They wanted to reassure their fiance that the pole is designed to be safe when spinning.

The author shared they would post pictures from a pole class where they wore a French maid costume. They mentioned the pictures weren't great and may not have uploaded correctly.

Someone is going on vacation for two weeks and asked for ideas for strength training exercises they can do while travelling. They were already considering push-ups and sit-ups and wanted more suggestions.

The author excitedly shared their purchase of online lessons, noting it was more affordable than studio classes. They also mentioned new lessons are coming soon and highlighted extra perks.

The author was struggling with grip strength during split grip, butterfly, and elbow grip moves, despite working on overall strength. They asked for suggestions on supplementary exercises to improve grip and forearm strength.

The author, a new pole dancer from the UK, shared their unique story of discovering pole through a job at a bar with a pole. They recently mastered the inverted crucifix and are enjoying learning from the community.

A new member introduced themself, sharing their background and expressing difficulty convincing their mother to allow a pole installation. They are hoping for advice on how to address their mother’s concerns.

A member introduced themselves as a former competition winner. They simply wanted to say hello to the community.

Someone is asking about the difference between handspring and cartwheel mounts in pole dancing, and is looking for tips on learning them. They are new to these movements.

The author is excited to have been accepted to attend a pole dancing event and is looking for someone to travel with. They shared their excitement and concerns about travelling alone to a new country.

The author shared their first experience using spinning mode on their pole, finding it surprisingly dizzying but fun. They asked for move recommendations that work well on spinning poles.

Someone discovered a large number of pending friend requests and apologised for the delay in accepting them, explaining they were unfamiliar with the site's notification system. They were worried about appearing to ignore people.

Someone asked about warming up a cold pole, sharing an idea they’d heard about using heating cables designed to prevent pipes from freezing. They were hoping to find out if anyone had tried a similar solution.

Someone shared that they’ve been working on their strength training and can now hold a particular pose for a few seconds. They were excited to share their accomplishment with the group.

The author is experiencing a severe allergic rash on their leg that has worsened with sun exposure and is concerned about it being visible during a pole performance and jam they are hosting. They are looking for advice on how to quickly improve the rash's appearance.

Someone wondered if there should be a dedicated space for questions about specific lessons from a particular instructor. They were deciding if a separate forum or the video comments would be better.

Someone is attending their first pole dancing class and asked for advice on what to expect, what to wear, and whether a certain level of fitness is required. They were feeling a little unsure about their first lesson.