Kobajo84
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I was going to say, I have been using studioveena like an app with the icon on my home screen on my iphone. It’s direct access and the mobile version of SV is wonderful!
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I call it the lady sit twist down. It’s done with the momentum of your head.
Break down:
From a pole sit (hips tilted towards bottom leg with crossed legs for max securement in lady sit. My bottom leg is the left leg.)
I like to spin from left to right. My left hand pointed up and right hand at chest height on the pole holding on. Chest up against pole in this starting position (note the hip tilt will take the pole off center of your chest.) Using a winding motion of head close to pole you will use the momentum of your upper body and left arm straight out to create a winding motion which twists you from center (close to pole) to away from center when you extend the right holding on arm. The momentum creates a twist. During this momentum twist, I point the toes upwards while maintaining the crossed legs in my sit. I can film a quick video tonight to show you too. I’ll post when I get home after my class this evening. -
I pay for and use stock photos on my website. There’s a lot more to designing a website than most realize. Especially when it comes to photos. If you’re able to pay for a photographer and obtain legal authorization to use their work/featuring students in images waivers/etc and get the dimensions to fit your website theme’s design and dimensions all while maintaining the integrity of the image and keeping your site looking professional and clean- then go for it. Many studios pay a lot of money for their websites and often paying for photos that reflect the nature of their business is just part of owning a business. Many of us aren’t web designers by trade and are often making do with what we can to salvage operational costs at every expense. If you have major concerns about the curriculum base on the photo representing the class, address these concerns with the instructor/owner. Most likely it may not be a true representation of the level curriculum an just a photo on the website used as visual marketing.
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As far as home studios, some insurance for studios will not cover home operations. Be sure to ask your agent prior to purchasing your policy.
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Yes yes, issue was resolved in July. Xpole UK was wanting further information for their tech team. 🙂
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The pivotal point for me in my dancing really was when I started to teach in the studio. Having access to more space and mirrors that let me see my body moving in more angles really let me explore the movement within my limitations. I have no ballet back ground or any other dance back ground for that matter and when I tell my students this, they’re often surprised because I have good form and clean lines. Those with dance back ground that come to my classes tell me they would never have known had I not told them. I emphasize right from an intro class for my students to watch themselves-I tell them, “Everyone’s body/movement is different. You are the expert of your own body. Watching yourself only helps you learn more about how your body moves.”
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Aside from all the great tips everyone else has provided, some suggested reading you might find that has a lot of answers to the questions you’ve asked about training can be found in a recent book I just read and reviewed for this specific topic:
Vertical Athlete: Fundamental Training for Pole Fitness and Dance by Bethany Freel
My blog review with where to purchase information:
Good luck!
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Although there is no exact science to creating more flow within one’s dancing, I do believe Aerial Amy summed up the art of fluidity and flow perfectly in this piece she wrote for her blog:
http://aerialamy.com/blog/2011/05/18/fluidity-and-flow/
This is something I often tell my students and strongly cater towards as a unique offering and ability to incorporate these skills at my studio.
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I’ve used this before. To answer you about whether it trips the YouTube warnings, in the past I have not had any issues. For businesses, you can not use the work in your classes unless the contributor specifically writes their work may be used for that purpose. Be sure to read the fine print associated with the Creative Commons music so you understand what and how you are allowed to use the music provided.
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I’ve been using Euronext 18″ dark brown from Sally’s for about a year now. Love them! They did have a strong chemical/hair dye smell to them when I got them but that has dissipated. I’ve washed them maybe 3 or 4 times now. They are clip in and work great. I only wear 2 wefts in the back and 3 of the small pieces along the sides/front.
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I did send an email. The email was sent 7/27/2013 but I did not include the pictures. I will resend the email with all the pictures I have.
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@XpoleTech -I believe I sent these photos several months ago to you guys but I will resend them again.
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Ok, I attached the photo I told you about. The first photo is of the top extension that goes into the ceiling mount. The second photo is how the damaged piece was fitting into the mount after it mushroomed on the top and acquired the grooved ring around the top where my finger is pointing. The metal got pushed down and created a thickening where the metal looks mushroomed and prevented it from going into the permanent ceiling ball mount. My husband was able to fix the extensions by using a metal file to reshape the damaged extension. We weren’t sure if this was going to work so Xpole rush delivered replacements. It ended up working so I have replacements for back up now. These extensions are what I put a thin layer of grease on to help them slide easily into the ceiling mounts.
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I took Discoveries Dance and loved it! There’s an online at home study option. This one was great as it covered a lot of the important information I was in search of such as injury prevention.
[www.discoveriesdance.com]I also wrote a blog about my experience: http://www.poleharmony.blogspot.com/2011/10/discoveries-dance-pole-instructor.html
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They are not. They are pressure mounted, so you would twist the pole just like the xpert home poles to make them stable to the floor.
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Here is the Pole Away System video: http://youtu.be/HPSZhRsHMao
I will post pictures later of the top extensions & damage I experienced when I get home later. The pics are on my home computer and will give you a better idea of what I’m talking about.
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I also forgot to mention, Xpole does a pole away system for the build a poles. I you have the means to do this, you use the vaulted ceiling mounts and a hideaway ceiling mounting system that allows you to store the poles in one piece on the ceiling all while freeing up your dance space for other classes/studio use. Cuts down on take down/setup time.
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I use these in my studio. I have 12 foot 45mm poles. I use them in the standard ball ceiling mounts and I have the competition bases. The competition bases allow you to permanently attaxh the base to the floor. I can put mine up and down with ease. I had issues with the very top extension and fitting it into the mounts- it got damaged after putting them up twice. My husband fixed the extensions by grinding down the metal with a metal filer and drill for a smooth finish. I also grease the tops for easy mounting into the ball mounts. Setup takes about 5 minutes. The poles are heavy- estimated over 100 lbs each. (They feel lighter the more you take down and put up). I am VERY happy with my poles. Every issue I’ve had (scratches in the poles themselves and the top extension damage/locking up joints) Xpole has been awesome and replaced promptly with no additional charge on my end. Customer service alone has made this a worth while investment. The poles are chrome finish so you really have to be diligent about no rings or scratchable items that students might wear.
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Unfortunately, opening a pole dancing studio requires years of training that can’t be taught in 2 weeks. You need to know the ins and outs of proper form and biomechanics to ensure your students are being taught safely. Pole studios in theory sound like a great business prospect and a lot of people have the misconception that pole dancing is easy. It’s important to know fully what you are doing. There’s huge liability involved and just deciding to open a studio because it is the trendy thing to do in the fitness community isn’t going to be a profitable endeavor. It could be costly more than anything for you and future clients especially from injuries. I recommend starting with one of the numerous pole dancing for fitness instructor certifications. There are many out there on the market with an abundance of reviews. It’s essential to take into the consideration of offering safe classes which are best with educated and experienced athletes. Good luck!
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Any type of aerial rigging needs to be installed by a certified professional rigging specialist. Google search specialists in your area for indoor rigging. If you are wanting to rig outdoors from a tree, it is highly advisable to have a certified arborist assess the tree and help you with yor rigging needs. Rigging is a complex and requires specialized professionals to assure the highest degress of safety. There needs to be more emphasis in the community on rigging safety as these activities become more prevalent. I can’t stress enough the importance of doing things properly from the start. The risks are too high not to.
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I told my husband about this and he was so excited that he was looking up ways for us to watch the show since we don't have cable. LOL. He thought it was really cool because it's Rob Zombie and he wants to see him eat cupcakes. Who doesn't?!?! LOL. Contemplating going to the local pub and having them tune in to Cupcake Wars Saturday night.
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It is ridiculous. I was looking into purchasing music to play in my studio and ran into issues with PROs. It would have been cheaper for me to just pay the PROs in the end if I was going to buy music. I currently work with musicians who have given me permission to use their music in my studio and in any videos I produce to post on YouTube. If you can develop a relationship with the actual artists that are producing original work and they allow you to use their music then that is your work around.
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One song can cost you anywhere from over $100 to thousands of dollars.
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I'm beginning to think there are people trolling these forums with the only intent to promote these lesser poles.
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OMG- customer service is SOOOOOOOO important! I have Xpoles in my studio and they have been AMAZING every time I've had issues and had to call them. Definitely buy a quality pole. It'll be worth it in the long run for long lasting but you will also be able to get a return investment if you ever decide to sell.
