[polefairy]

Same problem here. I’ve just given up on watching videos for the time being. It’s so frustrating https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_sad.gif

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I love watching her, she’s an amazing dancer. Makes me curse my damn short legs! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif

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OMG found out today that Josiah is coming to IRELAND!!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/alien.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_mrgreen.gif
WHAT? https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_surprised.gif

[polefairy]

I’m also having the same problems

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haahaha happy birthday aaaages ago! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif

[polefairy]

awh! I had a bloody awful day today and this has cheered me up immensely! What a little cutie https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif

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I voted for you! You are so impressive, I’m only 21 and you have so much more strength, fluidity and grace than I have. You’re living proof that age is but a number. I wish you all the best in the competition.

Fairy https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif

[polefairy]

Hi Julie.

Welcome to SV. You’ll learn loads here. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

Don’t worry at all about your weight. Pole dancers come in all shapes and sizes. I was worried I was too small to be able to look good poling but I was wrong. There are all sorts of dancers here!

Good luck finding classes! You’ll love it https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif

[polefairy]

Hahahaha ”is that supposed to say weener?” ..hahahahaha!! Brilliant. Get some pics up! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif

[polefairy]

awh you poor thing, I hope you can pole without difficulty. Good luck https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[polefairy]

Thank you Roadkillgerbil, that’s very helpful. I also find weights great but lack knowledge in how to use them correctly. So hopefully when I join the gym the personal trainer there will help me with that!

Thanks https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[polefairy]

I considering Pilates but my pole teacher is a pilates instructor and she said it sculpts your body and gives you a nice toned, postured look but is not as effective as poling strength wise. Obviously, I get to use my pole rarely so I can”t rely on that for strength and so, I’m here looking for something that will keep me strong on the days/weeks I can’t pole.! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

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I went to the studio to play and really took my time stretching. I think the cramping is out of my fear (of what youve got me), as more and more comfortable I get with the invert (I will get it in shoes!!!) the less cramping I should get.

Tell me about it! I cannot invert in shoes for the life of me!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif

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I *PROMISE* I will make a first video after I submit my thesis. It’s a good challenge for me to just suck it up and be brave! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif

Thanks for the vid. Can’t wait to see everyone’s dances!

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thanks guys https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

ive tried holding the pole and lifting my legs up for 4 days now but i still cant get anywhere without breaking into a sweat.

Don’t worry, that’s completely normal. I was the exact same. But, don’t force any pole climbs or sits yet if you find that difficult, just focus on holding on up high and holding your body weight without climbing up and hurting yourself because you can’t hold it. Don’t worry, it’s normal. I remember practising that hold in class and honestly thinking I was the weakest girl in the world because I just couldn’t do it at all. Now it’s so simple. And I use this memory to help me now even, when I can’t get a new move I always think ”well, I couldn’t do any when I started and now I can do loads!”. Don’t worry, practise makes perfect. As your strength builds you’ll be able to do more. I’m working on this myself at the moment, you’re not alone!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[polefairy]

Yep, we all start the same way. But this is important: If you only started poling one week ago maybe pole climbs and sits are a little bit advanced? Can you start off by practising holding the pole up high and slowly lifting two feet off the ground (no jumping!) behind you and try hold yourself up for a few seconds? You’ll get used to the feel of your body weight, gripping the pole and it will help you get stronger. I definitely couldn’t climb or pole sit at first. Heck, I couldn’t even do the above hold in my first class. But if you keep practising slowly and safely you’ll find yourself gaining strength nice and quickly.

As for strength tips, I hear Veena has some great tips in her lessons https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif

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Hey Eva,

I know that Veena has just danced in 8 inch heels so she’s the woman to talk to about these. If you do get them I’d LOVE to see a pic!!

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Yay thanks for your help in getting them Trena! So happy with them.

Which ones did you get? https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[polefairy]

maybe UK and US sizes differ?

mine are 37’s. Dunno what it is in the US

EDIT: Yup that’s it. Taken from website:
"Mid platform shoes by Pleaser shoes USA. Style Allure-608. Colour Clear with a black heel. Available sizes USA 5/ UK 2.5 to US 13/ UK 10.5."
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[polefairy]

Thanks guys, I’m really happy with them. The plastic still feels tight but I know it’s only because I haven’t worn them yet. I cannot WAIT to get back onto my pole and try them out for real https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif

I love the little diamanté ring on the heel too, that’s what sold me when I was choosing the style.

Poledanceromance, my shoe size changes constantly depending on the style of shoe. In runners (trainers for the US Veeners https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif ) I’m a size 5 but in heels sometimes I’m a 4 and the 5 would be WAY too big. When I was buying my pleasers the retailer did say that I should always go for one size bigger than what I normally would in heels. Which would make it a five and a half but I had a gut feeling that would be too big. So I went with the 4 and a half and there is plenty of room for my foot, my toes aren’t hanging off the end or anything like I read here before! My only issue atm is the tightness of them but I am 100% sure it’s just a matter of wearing them!

I’m so impressed with how sturdy they are. I may just buy some non-pole shoes from them too! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_tongue.gif

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Niqui is bad-ASS. Every time I see one of her strength moves I am just flabbergasted. I’d like to see a whole dance video from her (hint hint cough cough lol).

I know I’m late to this thread (don’t think I was even a member when this was posted! lol) but here is a video of Niqui doing a full dance. I think she’s great too and was lucky to stumble upon this video when watching videos of Becca Butcher!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYqo_L1jD1U

Enjoy! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[polefairy]

I agree, Alethea is the Queen of floorwork…I also love this one and have studied it to master some of the sexier moves…the second part is the best…when "Pony" comes on….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czD_FwO-wyw&playnext_from=TL&videos=xRRUinG6QXk" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Oh wow!! I’m way too embarrassed to try anything like that, it’s just so ‘dancey’, it’s exactly what I have trouble with. Those two girls are great. So helpful to watch, I may just try some of those moves!Thanks for posting! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif

[polefairy]

Hoooray for moonflower!! Happy Birthday https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif

[polefairy]

Hmm I think you ladies are right, 7ft 4 seems to be the lowest for an x-pole. Besides, I don’t really want a tiny little pole anyway. I like climbing! LOL https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif

It’s just that I really want to get the lessons here because they’re supposed to be really good and the sample ones look great but there’s no point in getting them if I don’t have regular access to my pole. I may just have to move in a month or two! Ah well!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_rolleyes.gif

Thanks Girlies https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[polefairy]

Welcome!

Your son is the cutest little thing!! Awh!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif