Discussions

The author shared their exciting first pole dancing class experience, despite a chaotic day beforehand and forgetting some essentials. They quickly picked up a new move, the fireman spin, thanks to prior video study.

The author shared several videos of impressive pole performances, including a Chinese pole act with a 'Suicide Drop' and a performance with a unique chair element. They expressed a desire to own the chair from the second video.

Someone was having trouble uploading images directly to the forum thread and asked for help with the process. They were unsure how to attach a picture to their reply.

The author is hoping to achieve the splits for pole dancing but has never been very flexible. They asked for advice on training and how long it might take to progress from a beginner.

Someone shared a video of their pole dancing, mentioning they appreciated previous comments on the platform. They opted to share a link rather than upload the video directly to the forum.

The author is feeling self-conscious about her body and finding it difficult to feel 'sexy' while pole dancing, especially after having a baby. She shared a frustrating experience of watching a recording of herself.

Someone noticed they were repeatedly injuring their second toe while pole dancing barefoot. They shared that practicing with shoes eliminated the problem and asked if others experienced this.

The author asked for advice on achieving a pencil mount, specifically wanting to work towards a split while in the position, and was concerned about getting down safely. They also wondered about stretches to improve flexibility.

The author shared their excitement about finally achieving a shoulder mount, despite some discomfort and a feeling of 'cheating' to get there. They also mentioned a recent pole rut due to wrist pain and other life commitments.

Someone shared a video of themselves pole dancing while wearing historical costuming – specifically an 18th-century hat and a 19th-century crinoline. They were curious to share the fun combination.

Someone shared their first practice video, expressing frustration with filming themselves and forgetting choreography when the camera is on. They also mentioned issues with video orientation during editing.

Someone shared a video of their very first public pole dance performance from 2009, at a show intended to promote pole dancing as fitness. They noted the performance involved only beginner moves.

A member expressed missing videos previously shared in the community and asked others to repost them for inspiration. They enjoy watching, saving, and rating performances.

Someone shared a video of a male pole dancer performing a flag. The original poster was impressed and wanted to share it with the group.

The author shared a funny story about unexpectedly recognizing a patient in a pole class and the awkwardness that followed. They reflected on the shared experience and the feeling of being part of a 'secret club'.

The author shared an observation from a level 3 pole class about a new student who expressed feeling inadequate due to the appearance of other students and the advanced moves practiced before class. They discussed the intimidating environment and the student's initial hesitation.

The author’s pole damaged their ceiling and floor, forcing them to take it down. They are now considering an Xpole but are concerned about potential damage, especially as they rent their home.

Someone asked about the possibility of adding a general search function to the main forum page, as currently you need to search within specific forums. They also asked for help changing their avatar, but were running into trouble finding the setting.

A member noticed different techniques for walking around the pole – one involving leaning away, and another more upright and relaxed – and wondered if one was better or if it related to different styles of pole dance. They asked if the techniques had names or a geographical origin.

Someone shared a video of a Chinese pole performance, highlighting an impressive flip from a significant height. They thought it was a great display of strength and worth sharing.

Someone shared a video of their pole practice and asked for feedback. They noted it was a rough cut but felt they were improving with each video posted.

Someone announced they and a friend would be doing a pole jam in a chatroom around 7:30pm California time and invited others to watch. They were hoping to connect with people and share their practice.

Someone is having trouble uploading a video montage of their pole practice, created using Windows Movie Maker and saved as a WMV file. They are receiving an 'Uploading File Error' message and are unsure how to fix it.

Someone shared a video celebrating three weeks of pole dancing progress and expressed excitement about how quickly they're learning. They posted a link to a video of their practice.

The author asked for recommendations for DVDs or websites to learn basic pole dancing moves as a more affordable option than online lessons. They plan to purchase more advanced content later.