Flexx10
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I’m not happy with my ssa either! According to their website, they have come up with a "thicker shaft base for improved stability" Wonder if they’ll replace our current poles/bases with the new ones https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif I highly doubt it, but I’m gonna call and ask anyway. My ssa pole leans so bad and is so unstable, I’m embarrassed to take in out in public for demos!
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Like chemgoddess said ~ It probably has something to do with the polishing of the stainless when the pole was made. My (permanently mounted) 2" is fine. My star stand alone (1.75) and my other permanently mounted 1.75 are both really slippery. Guess I’ll have to break down and use some grip enhancer!
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I’m pretty sure you can only get Platinum Stages poles through them. I have 3 poles from Platinum Stages ~ I had a good experience with them ~ They did cut one of my poles too long, but I called them and they took care of it right away. I prefer stainless steel too. Brass is too sticky for me!
There is a company called Pole Danzer that has removable stainless poles ~ Here is their link: http://www.poledanzer.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
I’ve heard lots of good things about them. I will probably go through them for my next pole!
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Have you thought about trying a brass pole? Sorry to hear about your problems with Platinum Stages ~ I get my poles from them and have had pretty good luck https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_scratch.gif
Are you able to permanently mount a pole? One piece poles are really the best the way to go ~ In my opinion.
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I checked out the following link http://www.poledanceinstructor.com/default.html and I think I’m going to contact them. I have 16 years of pole dance experience and have been teaching for the last 3 years. I also hold certs in personal training and group ex and own my own studio. I know I could probably benefit from a "formal" class, but I don’t have the time to invest as I would have to do some traveling to get to one! It’s worth looking into… https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cyclops_ani.gif
that one looks very sketchy to me. crucial information is "coming soon"– doesn’t have any mention of who is behind the PDIC… but yet the paypal links for course cost and advertising seem to be fine.
Excellent point! Thanks for replying https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_rendeer.gif
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Flexx…I’m not very far from you in Illinois just south of Chicago depending on where you’re at in Wisconsin.
I am located in southern Wisconsin. I’ve researched your program and am VERY interested!!! Is there a way I can email you directly? Thanks so much for your great advice! -
Think I’ll be holding off on that one… Thanks for posting!
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I checked out the following link http://www.poledanceinstructor.com/default.html and I think I’m going to contact them. I have 16 years of pole dance experience and have been teaching for the last 3 years. I also hold certs in personal training and group ex and own my own studio. I know I could probably benefit from a "formal" class, but I don’t have the time to invest as I would have to do some traveling to get to one! It’s worth looking into… https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cyclops_ani.gif
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I must say, I am impressed with the the certification courses mentioned so far!!! They all sound very comprehensive and well thought-out! Unfortunately, I’m in Wisconsin and don’t see myself traveling any time soon…
Angel1201 I’ll send you a friend request on FB using my name which also happens to be Angel!
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Ladies ~ Thanks for posting the FB link, I’ve already added myself https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif I’ve been reading all your comments and would like to thank all of you for responding to my original post of having a ‘studio owners’ area on this site. I thought this would be a good idea as there are certain issues studio owners face that the general poling population does not. Also, it would be nice to have all the owners in one place for networking and referral purposes. I often get people from various locations that are interested in my classes, but live too far away from my studio ~ It would be nice to be able to refer them to a pole studio near them. I also get emails from women in other states asking me if there is a studio near them (not sure how they come across my site, but whatever https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_scratch.gif ) Another referral opportunity!
I’m not trying to exclude anyone by having an owners forum ~ It just makes sense to me to have one "go to" place for studio owners (and those thinking about opening their own studio) to discuss business related issues and networking opportunities. Yes polebunny, the "everything else pole related" category is an option and I will probably be posting owner related issues there as well as foxxy’s FB page! Thanks for all your input ladies! Great discussion https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_rendeer.gif -
I too have multiple poles in varying sizes and materials ~ the smallest being 38mm. It’s great having a smaller pole to practice on, especially if you have smaller hands. I have one brass pole that I don’t use very often b/c it really tears up my hands https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cry.gif
The poles in my studio are stainless steel from PS. I also have the Star Sand Alone but am seriously considering replacing it with the X Stage https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_scratch.gif
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As a studio owner ~ I feel it’s VERY important to shop around for pole classes! One of the most important things to look at is the instructor to student ratio. Steer clear of studios that offer large classes with only one instructor ~ Even if you are advanced! I don’t care who you are, there is no way an instructor can effectively watch 10 women on 10 different poles. It’s just not safe. Pole classes should not be treated like any other run-of-the-mill fitness or dance class. Care must ALWAYS be taken by the instructor(s) to ensure proper form and technique. When it comes to pole studios, bigger is not always better! I learned to pole dance 17 years ago from a good friend of mine who was a stripper ~ There were no such thing as "pole studios" back then. If it wouldn’t have been for the one-on-one attention I got from her, I don’t think I would have been able to properly learn the moves. Pole dance classes need to be taken seriously and safety should be the number one concern for studio owners ~ This is not always the case with what I call "McPole" studios who’s main concern is making money and getting as many people into a class as possible. Shop around a bit and you’ll soon be able to recognize the aforementioned "McPole" studios.
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Hello Wisconsin girls! I live in Edgerton and own a small Pole and Yoga studio. We have an "Open Pole" night once a month and we also take our pole to a little bar here in town on Wednesday nights ~ We’d love to have you come out and join us sometime!
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Broke in half!!!! Wow – That’s terrible! The only problem I’ve ever had with them, is that they cut one of my poles too long! They were really good about taking care of the problem though. In my studio I use the permanently mounted static/spin (both 45mm and 50mm) poles and haven’t had any problems with them. I also use a Star Stand Alone for our "outings" ~ It’s ‘okay’, I’m not 100% satisfied with it. I totally agree with verucablue, permanent poles are the best/safest way to go for a studio! I suppose whichever company you decide to go through for your poles, you’ll find a complaint or two!
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I get my poles from Platinum Stages. They have outstanding customer service and their poles are made in the USA. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_salut.gif
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I know nobody is going to want to hear this one, but doing the dishes by hand in really, really, warm water (as warm as you can stand) works wonders!!! I also suffer from achy fingers and hands ~ Recently our dishwasher broke so I’ve been doing the dishes by hand and the pain is gone! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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Are you using it in spin mode only then?
I liked mine better without the pad too! Much more stable.
I use it in both spin and static modes with no problems and without the pad and collar. I’m going to take the advise of joni1 and get some industrial strength velcro for extra reinforcement!
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Set my Star Stand Alone (1.75) up this morning without the round rubber pad that’s supposed to go under the base, and without the collar ~ What an improvement!!! I just cut one of my old yoga mats in half to use under the base, as I have wood floors, and that worked beautifully! The pole barely moved and there was very little movement or noise from the base. If you are not going to use the collar, just don’t step too close to the edges ~ However, I didn’t have any issues. I’m liking my Star Stand Alone MUCH better now https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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Thanks joni1 ~ I will give the velcro a try! We are taking our pole on the road this weekend for a demo ~ It will be a big time saver by not having to mess with that collar! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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Just got my 1.75 star stand alone 2 days ago! It does wobble, but I feel secure on it. It’s very easy to set-up and take down ~ Tightening the "collar" takes the longest. It does come unscrewed a little when spinning lefty. Overall I think it’s a "good" portable pole.
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Yes, I think they run small. I have a pair of (never-been-worn) "star light-up" platforms in a size 7 if anyone is interested! If you are normally a 61/2, they should fit you perfectly https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
