Discussions

Someone is asking for support in a photo contest and shared a link to vote. They mentioned a discount code for voters as an incentive.

Someone is recovering from a broken ankle (tibia and fibula) with surgeries and is eager to return to pole dancing, including wearing heels. They are looking for experiences from others who have overcome similar injuries.

This thread announces a live stream pay-per-view event for the 2013 Pacific Pole Championships, a collaboration between two organizations. The author shared details about the time and where to watch.

Someone is looking to buy a 45mm X Pole in Florida. They are a new mother who can no longer attend studio classes and wants to pole at home.

Someone is looking for resources to learn how to link pole tricks together into spinning combinations. They've found individual trick tutorials but want to learn how to build flows.

Someone shared a photo of a new pair of pole dancing shoes they are excited about. They wanted to show them off to the community.

Someone is asking for feedback on a new floor they are installing in their home pole space. They are looking for recommendations on what kind of flooring is best for pole and will hold up well over time.

Someone is excited to share a new pair of shoes they purchased for pole dancing. They posted a picture and are showing them off to the community.

Someone is thrilled to have achieved getting their hands and feet off the floor in a Superman pose. They attempted a spin but only managed a small rotation before needing to drop, but are still very happy with their progress.

Someone shared an article about the growing trend of male pole dancing in Australia, and whether it will become a mainstream fitness activity. They simply wanted to share the interesting read with the group.

This member is thrilled to have found a local studio to supplement their training. They are restarting a 30-day program and are looking for guidance on how many classes to take alongside it.

Someone is seeking strength and conditioning advice while 7.5 months pregnant, with a goal of returning to pole dancing postpartum. They currently do cardio and weightlifting and are looking for ways to maintain or improve flexibility and upper body strength.

This person is sharing that they haven't poled in three years and are currently seven months pregnant. They are looking forward to regaining their fitness and returning to pole dance after having their baby.

Someone is seeking advice on handspring technique. They can get into a handspring with different grips, but struggle with stability and squaring their chest, believing shoulder strength is the issue.

Someone shared a song they discovered on a televised singing competition, noting its emotional depth and potential for a pole dance routine. They felt the song’s theme of releasing burdens would translate well to movement.

Someone shared a video of floorwork and back bending moves. They wanted to share this resource with the community.

Someone is asking about experiences with a grip aid called ITAC2. They have a 38mm pole and are finding leg holds difficult, and were suggested to try this product.

Someone is looking to buy a used platinum pole dancing stage, preferring a portable option. They posted to see if anyone in the community is selling one.

Someone shared a blog post detailing how they achieved their front splits without expensive equipment. They are planning a series on budget-friendly flexibility training and are asking for suggestions.

Someone is asking for advice on improving their outside leg technique while doing Gemini spins. They're specifically looking for help with fluidity and doing the move in one motion.

Someone new to the forum is introducing themselves and sharing their pole journey. They’ve been poling for four years, have seen improvements in strength and tone, and are struggling with choppers.

Someone is asking for recommendations for tops that stay put during outside leg hangs on the pole. They are looking for suggestions that won't ride up or fall down during spins.

This person recently moved to Coventry and is looking for pole dance classes they can attend without a long-term commitment. They previously trained in Birmingham but are seeking something closer to home to maintain their strength and skills.

Someone is asking for video demonstrations of transitioning from a cartwheel handspring into a brass monkey. They are struggling with the arm positioning during the leg grab and feeling hesitant to commit.

Someone shared information related to a previous discussion about building a pole. They indicated they meant to post it in that earlier thread.