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Duration: 00:26:18
Today, you only have one exercise to work on, which is scapula movement we'll use at the end. Otherwise, today is about watching videos to learn more about pole fundamentals. After watching my Tips Video, the next 9 videos provide examples of common grips we use. However, you don't have to "do" them—just get familiar. You'll be working on them throughout the sessions here.
Pro tip: I strongly suggest you write down your sets and reps if you don't complete them along with the video. Also remember to record your first attempts when learning a new pole trick or spin! Don't worry—you don't have to show it to anyone, unless you'd like to share with me or ask me for help or to verify that you're doing things right.
Allow the videos to play in order and follow along. Feel free to pause anytime you need to.
Below is a list of direct links to each related tutorial. Remember you only need to click on these if you'd like more help or information.
33 comments
Where do buy your Studio poles?
Xpole!
That is where I got mine, I was wondering if there was a second option as I do like options ? lol
I have looked at others and recently had a pole company send me their pole, I wasn't impress. This was disappointing as I was hoping to find more options too. Xpole is still the best and most reliable pole.
Okay, thank you! ?
Day 1 level 1 complete ? Loving it so far I'm gonna record my pole hold and pole sit (I still can't cross my knee ?) but I can cross my ankles , and my side hold xxx Thank you Veena ?
Awesome. Just so you’re aware you don’t ever have to cross at the knee for Pole sit. It’s just the most common position.
????thank you ? With my ankles crossed can I bend my knees with feet towards the bum , just to make it look prettier if that makes sense xx
I've tried to go through the 30 day takeoff program twice before and something always prevented me from finishing (moving, illness, etc.). Finally finished it and I'm so excited for Level 1! I feel like my foundations are stronger this go round, so I'm hoping to see continued progress.
Awe that’s always frustrating! I’m happy you finally had a chance to make it through ?
I absolutely love this new format, so organized, to the point and easy to follow. The explanations are great, especially the one about not skipping videos and understanding that all time on the pole is important. It's so easy to get inpatient and discouraged when you are moving along as fast as you think you should, or forget that it's a journey that even the most advanced pole dancer had to go through at some point. Going to start my day one today and I'm going to really try to stick to it. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
I’m so happy it’s helpful and easy! I’ve started and stopped more times than I can count, so don’t feel guilty if you have to take time off. On the flip side if you’re at a point in life where you can push to keep going, let me know if there’s anything I can do to help you keep at it!
Wishing you the best for your pole journey ✨️💜
Returning from a pole break and looking forward to beginning this program! :)
Let's go - looking forward to continuing from Take Off <3
@petunia89, she’s the bomb! I started with the 30 Day No Pole to warm myself back up to the pole, as I fell off the wagon last year. Since I do have some familiarity with her lessons, I decided to do the Beginner Level 1 Program next and so far it feels like the right choice! I LOVE like fitness. So glad I got into it and so glad I found Veena’s website.
@kristenmaguirre4282 I almost started with the 30 Day Take Off but then realized that maybe I should start here since I've taken some classes and can even do some of the spins but would love to protect my shoulders. I wish I knew about StudioVeena when I first got started!
I think that's a good choice!
Yay! Since I'm coming back and not completely new, I decided to start the Beginner Level 1 Program instead of the 30 Day Take Off! I'm excited to finally touch my pole again! 🤣🤣
day 1 ✅
Hi! Welcome. Let me know if you have any questions!
Just joined and I cannot wait to get started. Bikini body here I come 👙
That was too cute about the pole rows. Nope! "It's power!" Laughed out loud.
I've been in the starting over category for a few months after 4 years off of my pole. Similar to @Karen DJ my approach was disorganized. I certainly made progress as my strength increased and I was able to take advantage of muscle memory but it wasn't feeling right. I'm looking forward to a more organized program. I miss going to the studio and attending structured classes. I think this program is just what I need. I'm starting over again and I am excited about that :)
Grips that typically just seem to come naturally after several years, you just don't realize that you can get sloppy in them. This was the perfect refresher!
I’m here and so excited to start!!
Okay sounds good. Thanks!
I would think you could give this a try. We do train daily so that might help mix it up a bit. If you want to do any additional strength work do it on the strength and dance days and stick to the same muscle groups I have you working. Keep all active rest days to only the exercise I list.
I have been back in the game for a month or two, but it's been disorganized and trying to strengthen spins, pole sits, and a basic climb and invert. This sounds perfect for right now. I think I'll start tomorrow. Do you recommend any additional strength training or will this be sufficient? I was doing a 15-minute, 3 day a week regiment for lower body, upper body and abs, for several weeks and I'm wondering if this could replace that?
Yay! Level 2 will be ready and posted by the time you finish this! 💜💜💜 Let me know how it goes!
I'm so excited to start this program! Excellent tips! I've gotten too excited lately and jumped ahead of my actual skill level, so all of my pole moves are sloppy. Hoping this will fix that!
I just bought a stage pole and I’m excited to start with the basics with Veena! I do have a pole studio but they just go right ahead with the tricks! I’m someone who prefers to build up my fundamentals so I subscribed to this course for just exactly that.
Nice to have you here! ?