Discussions

Someone is looking for a pole dance studio near Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. They are new to the area and their home setup isn’t working, but the closest studio is a 40-minute drive away.

Someone is looking to buy a freestanding pole stage (SSA) for a regular gig. They are hoping to find a used one, as carrying their current pole up stairs is proving difficult.

Someone is asking if there are any polers located in Oslo, Norway. They have a student moving there who wants to continue pole dancing during her stay.

Someone shared a video of a pole collapsing during a dance, highlighting the dangers of inexpensive poles. They cautioned against trying to save money on equipment due to the risk of injury.

Someone shared a new online lesson focusing on the Flag Invert. They highlighted that the lesson breaks down the move into manageable steps for all levels.

This person is sharing a frustrating experience with an order from a pole equipment supplier. They ordered a crash mat in May, received the wrong item in July, and have been unable to get the company to arrange a return or replacement despite numerous attempts to contact them.

Someone is selling a pair of size 7 Pleaser boots (601 style) that run small. They are bejeweled, grey and black slides and are listed for 75 dollars plus shipping.

Someone is selling a stainless steel Platinum Stages pole, 45mm diameter, for $300 or best offer. They mention it was used in a home studio but not frequently due to taking classes.

The author is looking for a way to improve their doubles pole and acroyoga skills. They are hoping to connect with others on the forum for virtual practice sessions or skill-sharing via Skype due to budget and location limitations.

Someone is asking about the differences between various pole diameters – 38, 40, 42, and 45mm. They usually train on a 42mm pole but are having trouble finding one to fit their home space.

Someone is asking about the financial side of pole dancing performances. They're curious about the typical number of sets, set length, and pay rate for performers.

Someone is looking for pole dance classes in the Kaiserslautern area of Germany. They posted asking if anyone knows of studios or instructors nearby.

Someone is looking for one or two people to share a hotel room at Pole Expo. Their original roommates cancelled due to marathon training, and they are offering a reduced rate of $85 per person for the nights of the event.

Someone has a spare space in their hotel suite at the Palms Place for the upcoming expo. The room is a luxurious suite with a kitchen and costs a total of $135 for Wednesday through Monday.

Someone shared information about a Labor Day special offer at their studio, noting it ends today. They encouraged people to take advantage of the deal.

Someone is excited about the upcoming pole expo in Las Vegas and shared a request for volunteers. The event organizer needs help with class sign-ins and provided contact information for those interested.

The author announced there were temporary website problems yesterday caused by a server failure, affecting emails and video processing. They confirmed everything is now working and asked members to report any ongoing issues.

Someone shared information about pole dance workshops being offered by Seanmichael Rau, the first US Men's National Champion. They are looking for people interested in hosting a workshop.

Someone is wondering if they can use their existing 40mm pole in a new home with a vaulted ceiling. They are asking if anyone has found a way to mount it, or if they need to purchase a different pole.

Someone is looking for pole dance studio recommendations in Laredo, Texas for a student who recently moved there. They are hoping to find information about studios and their focus – whether fitness or dance-based.

Someone is asking if anyone else from the community plans to attend the Midwest Presentational in Chicago in October. They and a partner will be performing and are hoping to connect with others there.

Someone is asking who from the community is planning to attend an upcoming pole expo. They are also curious to hear which workshops others are looking forward to.

Someone is looking to hire an experienced pole dance instructor for a new studio in California. They need someone to teach advanced level classes twice a week, with pay to be discussed.

Someone is preparing to have their portable dance pole professionally powder coated. They are asking about whether to disassemble the pole before coating and if the coating will affect reassembly.

Someone is moving to São Paulo, Brazil with their husband and is looking for pole dance studios in the area. They enjoy taking classes while travelling and prefer authentic experiences over tourist traps.