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Neke…I bought my x-pole off of ebay and it was legit! Two things that I would consider 1. do they have a return policy?? 2. Look at the seller rating. There are two definite signs that it is a legite x-pole (clear/whitish rubberised ring around the top of the dome and on the base there is a scribed "X". If these two things are missing from the pole, then you could return it. Good luck!
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Thank you so much Rouge and Charley! I will definitly be pming you in time! We are currently working on a 5 yr model and you both have mentioned things that we have already discussed (financial, equipment etc). We are both very business oriented people and this is something that we are seriously discussing. We even met with our attorney last week (for a different matter) and briefly discussed the legal issues with him. I have met numerous people (at work, on the street…) who have already asked me about doing lessons. There are even some girls at the studio that I go to that have asked about private lessons. I just feel wierd about doing them at someone elses studio. I am going to talk with my insurance and attorney to see what ramifications there may be for doing some in my home studio (my garage..hehehe:)). You ladies are a wealth of knowledge and I am busting at the seams with questions and ideas. Once I get further along with our bp I will be asking away! Thanks so much ladies! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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Yay! Neke!
I have my pole in the garage with a rug underneath. It sucks but it does the job! If I could afford it, I would have a dance floor put in mine.
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Thanks everyone on your ideas. They are pretty much in line with what I’ve been thinking about doing. I like the idea of offering both sensual pole and fitness pole along with chair and burlesque. I’m not a fan of doing traveling parties..but studio parties could be a possibility. A pole strength training class is a definite. Safety is a huge concern so I’ve been researching certification/licensing courses that cover this.
I appreciate everyones input! Thanks! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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Thanks everyone for the great tips and support! I will make a vid as soon as I have feeling back in my thigh!:) It’s pretty beaten up right now. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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Welcome! You stil haven’t received your pole yet??? Is it still being held up in customs?? It was nice talking with you in chat!
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Woohoo! I played Rugby in college!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif Talk about opposite ends of the spectrum! Rugby to pole dancing! hehehehe https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif
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As with most moves the "grip" will hurt like hell until your skins gets accustomed to being used in that manner. The grip used in the gemini is no different. Think on your knee as a third hand when you go to grip the pole. Make sure once you have the pole in the "pit" of your knee, you have your foot/toe pointing towards the ground. This creats a stronger hold.
As far as the elbow grip…same thing.. think of it as another hand. You also need to lean away from the pole. If you don’t do this you would go straight down. Try to creat a triangle with your arms and the pole. I hope this makes sense. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif
Twisted grip?? That takes a lot of range of motion in your wrist and forearm…I’m still trying that one out..probably be a while unitl I get it!
Good luck!
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I thought about getting these too! I used them a long time ago for gymnastics. I can’t remember any brands…I’ll think a little bit! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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Yay! Congrats! It’s always so exciting to get new moves! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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Haha Joel you are too funny! Now all I have to do is creat a new youtube act so I can completly match!
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So I had to tell everyone that I GOT IT!! I got the superman…it wasn’t pretty but I did it…and not just once…but like 10 times. My thighs are beaten but it is so worth it! I went to the studio yesterday and was practicing doing knee swings…and was like "okay lets try it" and boy was I shocked!! I even was able to do a figurehead from it! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
ok enough of my gloating…just super excited and had to share!
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WOOOHOOO! You deserve it…especially after that welt! Congrats mama!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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I am so glad I started this thread!!! I love seeing how diverse we all are! I salute all of you ladies (and guys too:))! All ages, heights, weights and lifestyles. I am honored to be part of such a wonderful group of people! You guys rock! Thanks for being part of my life! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/alien.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_sunny.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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Okay so this pain…is it "inside" your arm??? If so this is usually caused by doing a split grip (Jamilla grip). Certain moves…carousel spin, spinning V etc. usually use this grip. Unfortnately most of us don’t have the flexibility or strength in our forearms that is needed to safely perform these grips when we first start pole dancing. I know when I started I had terrible pain in my sub arm (bottom arm). Yes this does eventually go away as you gain strength and flexibility in this area. I would however recommend doing strength exercises and flexibility exercise for the forearm and hands. This will help prevent any injury. Word of advice…if you go to do a move and it hurts like hell…stop and give that move a rest…say 2 wks. I used to push and push and push…I even got to a point where I couldn’t even pick up a shoe without crying out because I hurt so bad…I don’t want to plug any other dancing site out there (this is by far the best I’ve found) but in the Pole Junkies forum there is an excellent thread about proper grip techniques to avoid injury. According to PJ’s you should only do this kind of grip once you become more advanced. Anyways hope some of this helps!
