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Sair! My friend and I (both Canadians too) will be staying until Thursday. We were thinking of checking out Be Spun for sure, maybe Tuesday morning?
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Just ordered a pair! Can't wait to try them out. A girl can never have too many pairs of shorts. 🙂
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Okay, I have to know. What's the vagina monster?
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Horray for the new pole!
Someone in my area is selling a 45mm titanium gold xpert and I really want it despite the fact that I haven't put up my chrome xpert since I got my stage pole 5 months ago. I emailed to ask the girl about it last week but she hasn't gotten back to me. Maybe it's a sign that four poles is too excessive…
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I have both an xpert and a stage pole and I can say that I've never put up my xpert after I bought my stage pole.
The xpert never damaged my ceiling, but it did leave a slightly noticeable ring in the popcorn texture. I enjoy how maintainance free my stage pole is and how easy it is to move around by myself if necessary. I definitely have more faith in my stage pole than my xpert (it's a total mental thing, I know). Yes, the stage pole does take up space but it's space that I need to dance in anyways. As for floorwork, I actually have a PS Star Stand Alone, so my stage isn't as high off the ground, but I find that I can do a lot of floor transition/litte moves on the stage itself. If it wasn't for the stage, I wouldn't be doing any floor work since my pole is in a carpeted room. 😀
The option of a spin mode is worth the money, even if you only put it on spin once a month. And yes, being able to just switch out to the different pole if you want another size is so convenient!
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This might be a silly question, but for those of you who went to the previous pole conventions, did you take the workshops where you're two to a pole (pole star workshops)? If so, what did you think? Were there too many people in a room or did you feel like you still had some attention (even if it's just once in the entire workshop)? Most importantly, were you able to see and hear the instructions clearly?
I'm totally fine with two to a pole, but I just realized that there'll be a lot more people in the workshops than I had originally thought (good old misreading). I've done workshops with 20+ people before but 50 students just seem a little extreme to me.
Please put my fears to rest!
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Chemgoddess, I was also going to mention Karol's legs too. ha ha.
But yes, it's all about practice and learning how to squeeze/rotate your hip or leg or knee or ankle so there is the maximum amount of skin touching the pound. I have an easier time sticking to the pole than some girls who are curvier than I am but I think it's all about being aware of your body and how it works. Sometimes, it's as simple as making sure you're not slouching or whatever.
AND DRY SKIN! Trying to find that balance between moisturizing but making sure you're not too greasy is hard. Winter and snow are lame.
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I would vote for Friday evening as well now that others have mentioned it.
Would it be possible to have something that goes from mid/late Friday afternoon to early Friday evening? This way, we can accommodate both the ladies who are finishing up the certification programs and the ones who have workshops to go to in the evening?
Verucablue, thank you so much for your generous offer. I would love to meet some of you ladies at a pole jam. If not, we'll just have to have random encounters at the convention!
Dakota Fox, check your inbox!
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Sorry for your loss. 🙁 I'm glad you have found such a wonderful way to express yourself and release tension, even if it's for painful emotions. I'm sure you will be dancing beautifully as a wonderful tribute to your friend.
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Thanks Elektra!
One of the girls I used to teach with actually recommended Elena's studio since she took a couple classes there when she was in London and said it was fantastic. I have to compare her studio and Justine McLucas' studio and make a decision. I have a feeling it might just come down to timing/location.
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I and another girl from Canada will be flying down Wednesday night since we're both taking the XPERT Certification. Unfortunately, the training goes until Friday at 6, so I don't think we'll be able to make the pole jam if it's being hosted in the afternoon.. 🙁
I look forward to see you ladies everywhere! I am so excited to be bruised and tired. I'll definitely be bringing my Arnica cream with me!
When's everyone else leaving? We're actually leaving the following Thursday so we can explore LA and go to Disneyland!
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Thanks everyone! I've messaged a couple of you but I'm not sure if the mail is being sent properly.
This sounds really silly, but for all of the non-English speaking countries (my French & Italian are extremely basic), do you think it would be really difficult for me to join a class? I don't mind observing and following along in the corner (I'll probably stick to the lower level classes since I can just watch and learn new transitions or whatever) but I don't want to stick out like a sore thumb (more so than I would anyways).
ahlemh2001, 30e is something I'm willing to budget for in my trip! I've added "pole fund" to my backpacking budget. I love going to different studios, so it's worth the money. 🙂
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Thanks everyone! I've messaged a couple of you but I'm not sure if the mail is being sent properly.
This sounds really silly, but for all of the non-English speaking countries (my French & Italian are extremely basic), do you think it would be really difficult for me to join a class? I don't mind observing and following along in the corner (I'll probably stick to the lower level classes since I can just watch and learn new transitions or whatever) but I don't want to stick out like a sore thumb (more so than I would anyways).
ahlemh2001, 30e is something I'm willing to budget for in my trip! I've added "pole fund" to my backpacking budget. I love going to different studios, so it's worth the money. 🙂
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I did Karol's Rockin' Combos last year, and, in my class, Karol offered options for a lot of the combos to make them easier/harder. I think as long as you go in with an open mind and don't get frustrated because you can't get a move, it'll be fine. Karol does come around to help anyone who's confused and is great at fine tuning. I thought it was a fun class. Too bad I don't remember much of it anymore. Oops.
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I was totally surprised when I realized it wasn't a raised stage and that the audience was up close and personal. I would be way too awkward to do floor work literally at someone's feet!
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There were more than a few problems with the live video stream. The traffic was probably too much for the server to handle.
I think there were only one or two performances that were streamed without pauses and those were in the beginning. The feed died completely during Zoraya Judd's performance. Looking at the list, I believe we missed Alethea Austin, Karol Helms, Laura Martin, and Leigh Ann Orsi. At least the feed came back for Jenyne Butterfly's performance so we knew it was over!
However, from what we were able to see, it was a great show. Definitely jealous you were able to see it in person! Also, how does the pillar in the middle affect the viewing, especially if you're closer to the front?
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Horray! Thanks, ladies! I hope I can meet up with some of you ladies! It's always fun to meet polers from different places. 🙂
I think we'll be skipping Ibiza and Madrid now but will be spending more time in Barcelona and Prague. Really trying to make sure we're there for the experience as opposed to seeing everything but not really enjoying anything.
ahlemh2001, how much are drop ins in Paris? I'm in Canada and "one time classes" usually go for around 19 euros.
Also, I cannot believe the differences between North American websites and European websites. Trying to figure out schedules and bookings (e.g. trains, planes, tours, etc) has been quite the learning experience. ha ha.
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Maybe you can contact Shanyn Pollard, current Miss Pole Dance Canada, about certifications? Her studio is based out in Stoney Creek and I know her studio (SASS) hosted the last PFIC certification when it was Ontario. The email I got from the website is pole_fit@hotmail.com
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Tantra Fitness was selling a pole dance calendar as a fundraise for Ovarian Cancer Canada. Here's a website with some information since I couldn't find the specific information on the Tantra Fitness website: http://www.vancitylove.com/2011/12/women-of-tantra-fitness-calendar-launch.html
I'm sure you can just contact Tantra Fitness to see if they have anymore left!
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I watch youtube videos and write down combos I see. Depending on what you want to do, it's nice to have a visual aid on how to transition between moves. Other people are always more creative than I am! If you just search for "pole dance combos" or something similar, you'll sometimes find 10 minute videos with a ton of combos.
Combos are definitely something I need to work on also.
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Foot undies! You can find them at any local dance supply store or just google for an online store. I've found that unless you get a group of people to purchase foot undies together, after shipping and such, online ends up the same cost as the store (or at least it does here anyways).
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Would you be able to ask before as to whether or not you will need to demonstrate your floor/pole moves during the interview? This way, you will be prepared if you need your pole clothes. If it's just a regular interview, I would show up in business casual (no jeans though).
For my "interview", we had to demonstrate our floor and move poles first, so pole clothing it is. If we demonstratted competence, then we would get a follow up phone interview.
Good luck!
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You should do it! Choreographing and practicing for a performance definite adds a different twist to your pole practice. It's a good experience and I find it really helps me refine my moves, transitions, etc.
Are there guidelines as to what the different categories mean or what type of moves you need to perform for the categories?
Good luck!
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Thanks, ladies!
I emailed the Pole Room but it's a pretty long bus ride from Kihei and I don't think we'll be renting a car. 🙁 I would have loved to try a Lil Minx pole though. Boo!
Well, things might change so we'll never know!
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I hate to say this, but it's in your head. That's not saying your concerns aren't valid, but just realize that it's a mental block you're having. The first time you go to a pole that's made from a different material is a scary thing, especially if it's a brand new pole that hasn't been "broken in" before. There's also a trust issue. Personally, I didn't find there to be much of a difference between brass and TG, but I also play on chrome at home.
If it's the studio I'm thinking of, you're also going from a 38mm brass to either a 45mm or a 50mm TG. The size change itself makes a big difference. Can you invert on the 50mm poles at the studio?
What I tell my students who freeze when they invert is that even though they might slide down initially, they will very rarely fall. To actually fall, you have to completely let go of the pole with your hands and legs. I've "fallen" out of moves (no limbs on pole) and still managed to catch onto the pole after falling a foot. Your body will instinctively reach out for something.
Anyways, just keep practicing on your pole and learn to trust it. When I first installed my XPert, I didn't trust it enough to go upside down because I thought it would fall on me. After a week, I had enough faith in the pole to try things. After two weeks, it was as though I was playing at the studio. I also got my boyfriend to just "hold" the pole whenever I inverted just to make sure it was stable for my own peace of mind. Can you get someone to "spot" you? Once you've done it enough and know that it's safe, you'll start to trust and be more adventurous. Sometimes, you just have to go balls out and go for it. If you're feeling like you don't have enough grip, get a grip aid.
Hope that helps! (The TG is so awesome–so jealous!)
