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I have this sneaking suspicion Berty and Charley might end up teaching the teacher rather than the other way around. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif Oh well, if nothing else, it will probably be fun to get to play around on the stage of a club. I know I would love to do that! I hope you girls have a great time!!!
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Hi Charley!
I don’t mind you updating everybody at all. (Sorry it’s taken me a few days to respond, I’ve been running like crazy trying to get caught up with everything since I got back home.)
So, the story here is that I actually went down to Detroit for the Pole Fit workshop Charley advertised here a while back. But it got cancelled! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_sad.gif So I ended up just hanging out with Charley and getting a private lesson instead! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif It went really well. She was able to help me out a lot with various grips, she showed me some new spins and combos, and we worked on some basic static poses (ie. wrist sit) and inverts from the ground. We really covered a lot of ground in one lesson!
As for bringing a spotter with me, well, I’m nothing if not practical… I figured there wasn’t much point leaving the roommate at the hotel when he could be learning how to be more useful around the house! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif Hopefully he doesn’t think to renegotiate who has to do what household chores now that he’s got an additional duty. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif
It was great meeting you too, Charley, and I’m totally bummed I wasn’t able to stay longer. Maybe next time! On the upside though, the Toronto Burlesque Festival was pretty darn cool too. I’m glad I was able to make it to part of that. I managed to take a couple workshops with Kitten deVille, Sophie Luxton, and Jo Weldon–all of which were awesome–and saw Gravity Plays Favorites (and a bunch of other performers) live at one of the shows. I highly recommend the festival to anyone planning to be in the Toronto area next July!
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I actually go out of my way to watch beginner to intermediate dancers’ videos… not because they’re an ego boost, but because I find them instructional! They’re a great source of ideas for combos and dance moves that are actually currently achievable for me. I even take notes of things I see that I want to try out. (Am I a geek or what?) https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif
On that note, I was actually just thinking earlier today that it would be really handy if we could set an approximate skill level on our Members profiles (ie. Beginner – Spins and Transitions, Intermediate – Basic Inverts, etc etc) and then also add that as a search filter in the Video section.
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I know it sucks, but it’s really important to take enough time off when you’re hurt! It’s better to miss a couple days of practicing than to miss a couple months because you’ve aggravated a minor injury into a major problem.
The typical formula for treating an injury is RICE –> Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. Those will all help to reduce inflammation and allow an injury to heal faster. Rest doesn’t necessarily mean you have to completely stop being active though, as yogabeachbabe pointed out. Depending on the type of injury, there may be things you can work on that won’t strain your injured area. For example, since you mentioned this, if your injury is primarily focused in one forearm, this might be a good time to practice doing spins using your other arm. This is actually what I ended up doing! I injured my right shoulder (and I’m right handed), so I ended up working on all my spins left handed for a couple weeks. I’m really good on my non-dominant hand now! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif
Best of luck with the injury, and try try try to resist the temptation to get back on your pole before your body is ready!
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It is hard! But it seems to me if you’re working on inverts like that after only 2 months of poling, then you’re doing pretty darn good!!! I’m jealous, anyways. I’ve been at it for nearly 3 months now and all I’ve really managed to accomplish are the usual beginner spins and a rotator cuff injury. I would love to be as advanced as you!
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Your anecdotes are too funny, tashatasha! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif
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Cool, lots of good suggestions for me to work with here! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_thumleft.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_thumleft.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_thumleft.gif
Roxy-Pink, can you describe the "sm prance" for me? I’m guessing "sm" is shoulder mount?? Thanks. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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I suspect part of the reason I’m feeling a bit like I’m stagnating is because of how ridiculously goal-oriented I am. "Making combo X better" is a far less tangible goal than "getting into the superman". (No, I’m not working on the superman… lol… I know I’m not ready yet!)
Darn overactive Type A tendencies. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/bom.gif
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No worries, we will work on some things Friday!!!! The wrist sit doesn’t really require much flexibility (If I can do it anyone can – I am the most unflexible person in the world!)
Well, if nothing else, at least you’ve got a heads up now on where I’m at skill-wise! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif
Trena, I’ve never heard of the forward and backward falling spins. Can you describe them or point me towards vids that have them?
Also, for the reverse chair, is there a way of getting in to that spin on its own? I’ve only ever seen it done as a combo… usually forward chair to backwards chair. Haven’t quite gotten that combo down yet.
Cradle with V legs… grrr… Anything involving V legs I just can’t seem to manage. I even have trouble just sitting on the floor with my legs in a V. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_evil.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_sad.gif
All the other spin variations mentioned so far I’ve got down already. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_thumleft.gif
Veena, I know it’s not a race to get to the inverted poses. If it was, I’d be jumping in there doing them already!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_blackeye.gif I know a lot of the stuff I’ve learned already still needs some polishing, but I like to have one or two new things to work towards as part of my practice sessions so I don’t feel like I’m standing still progress-wise. Are there maybe any non-inverted static poses I could start working on?
Thanks for all the feedback so far!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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How about something like this, SissyBuns?
Day 1 – Full Body Str Trng
Day 2 – Pole Dancing
Day 3 – Rest
Day 4 – Pole Dancing
Day 5 – Full Body Str Trng
Day 6 – Rest
Day 7 – RestOr alternatively you could do a four day rotation, so you’d get 3-4 solid workouts each week:
Day 1 – Full Body Str Trng
Day 2 – Rest
Day 3 – Pole Dancing
Day 4 – RestI guess it all depends where your priority lies.
Personally, I’m trying to figure out how to juggle strength training, running, pole dancing, and Pilates… lol… I need more time in a week. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_sad.gif I figured out a plan to fit it all in! But so far I have been too tired and/or sore to achieve everything in the plan each week. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif It will help when I finally manage to pass my fitness test and can drop the running for another year.
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I think that sounds like a lot of fun! Already got my song picked out, in case Veena runs with the idea. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif
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In addition to http://www.stripperweb.com/ that Roxy posted above, I recently came across a couple other sites that look like good resources for girls wanting to dance in strip clubs.
http://www.stripper-faq.org/
The Ultimate Strip Club List http://www.tuscl.net/Good luck!
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Just move the microwave into the living room and dish soap to the bathroom and you’ll be good to go! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_thumright.gif
My ceiling looks like popcorn but has more of a solid stucco feel to it. Neither my PS pole or my X-Pole have damaged it so far. The PS pole did leave a dark ring on the ceiling though… (not sure about the X-Pole since I haven’t taken it down yet)… so I would recommend maybe giving your ceiling plates a quick wash before installing them.
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Perhaps a sticky in the Dance Poles forum pointing at that article?
"Things to know BEFORE you buy your Pole." ???
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Yay! That’s awesome progress for both of you. It’s always better when the significant other is on board. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
So, ABCs, how long until the hubby is posting vids too?!?? https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_batman.gif
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I haven’t watched them personally, but I’ve heard Lady Morrighan’s "Exotic Dance" DVDs are really good and include instruction on chair dancing.
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Here’s another option that might be worth looking into:
http://www.polebatics.com/
They don’t seem to teach regular classes in your region, but they do offer one day workshops every once in a while.
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Has anyone tried the Logitech Orbit webcam? It’s pricey, but the motorized tracking feature intrigues me. It sounds like the cam would automatically follow you up and down the pole while dancing, so you’re not disappearing from the frame when doing floorwork etc. Does anyone know if this works as intended?
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/webcam_communications/webcams/devices/3480&cl=ca,en
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… you’re torn between keeping the roommate (so the rent money can help fund your pole dancing addiction) and asking the roommate to move out (so you can turn the second bedroom into a pole room).
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It’s probably worth going to check out for at least one level of instruction, but dang that’s expensive. If I understood you right–each level consists of two 2-hour lessons–that works out to $50 per hour. Most places I’ve come across tend to do 6 weeks of 1-hour group sessions per level and the pricing breaks down to roughly $15-$25 per hour.
A couple of things to consider: Are they group lessons or one-on-one? How many poles are there? How many students are there per pole? (I’ve seen classes with up to 18 students… and only 4 poles). What type( s ) of poles does she have? (2.5 inch steel posts painted with car paint? https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_eek.gif ) It’s also worth pointing out that just because somebody has amazing performance credentials doesn’t necessarily mean they can teach safely and effectively.
These are some of the factors that will have a huge impact on how much value you’re getting for your dollar in these classes. I’m sure there’s others I’m forgetting off hand. In any event, you can determine some of these ahead of time by asking questions, others you won’t be able to tell until you’ve tried the classes out.
That being said… now that I’ve sounded like a complete downer… I would strongly recommend taking classes in person if you can find good quality instruction. Yes, it’s more expensive than buying another set of DVDs, but DVDs can’t watch what you’re doing and correct where you’re going wrong. If you can’t afford lessons on a regular basis, even a private session once in a blue moon can help keep you on the right track.
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Bah, 5 hours each way is too far for a work night. You guys should look for an amateur night in northern NY state!
Good luck and have a blast! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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Welcome! I’m new here too, and it’s nice to know I’m not the only soldier kicking around. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
I gave up bellydancing when I decided to enlist because there just didn’t seem to be enough time for dance AND all the running and weight training required to meet PT standards. Now, with pole dancing, I’m thrilled to have a way of incorporating dance into my PT regimen. Honestly, I think it might actually be even more beneficial to me than all those mindless boring hours pumping weights in the gym. How awesome is that?! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
I also understand what you mean about not being able to discuss your new hobby with coworkers. It’s been my experience so far with the military that women have to walk a very fine line when it comes to anything that’s viewed as even remotely sexual. The guys can sleep around all they want and they’re "the man!", but a girl can’t even date within the unit without risking being labeled a "mattress". The double standards can be infuriating. Personally, I try not to even mention at work that I’m taking dance classes. I’ve had to tell a few people though, and the first question I got from every single one of them was: "What kind of dance… pole dancing?" Followed by a leer. It gets old fast. (Where’s the smack icon?! I will have to settle for throwing up on their shiny spit-shone boots instead…) https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_puke_l.gif
BTW, for PoledanceABCs and any other military personnel posted to Germany, the Germans seem to use "Stanzentanz" or just plain "pole dancing" when advertising classes. "Stanze" is pole, "Tanz" is dance, "Klasse" is class, "Unterricht" or "Unterrichtsstunden" are lessons, "lehren" is to teach, and "lernen" is to learn. You may be able to Google search for classes in your area using those terms.
I have no idea how mainstream pole dancing classes might be in Germany at this point, but if I was able to find bellydance lessons there over 10 years ago then you’ve probably got a good shot at finding pole dancing classes there now. As for language barriers, my experience was that the average German was capable of speaking very good English if you were polite in your interactions with them.
Best of luck with everything!
kas
