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Sexual and seductive come across differently to different people…. and what one person sees as offensive another may view it as art or completely appropriate.
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I have moved a lot!! Each time, I either feel a little lost or super happy when I put my pole up in its new surroundings, as Chem mentioned. Right now, I still don't feel 100% at home in my new studio space and I have been here for about 5 months.
It seems, for me anyway, as I said before, the first few times back on the pole can either feel amazing or confusing and depressing. It was after the move to our most recent place, that, for the first time ever…I have found myself just staring at the poles wondering what I should do…that NEVER has happened to me, ever!!!! But it did pass. It did scary me!! lol So, I guess I'm just saying it can happen to anyone, you're not alone. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Working on balance on the floor can help with balance on the pole too! Working on Handstands, elbowstands, forearm stands are all great. Yoga poses that require balance are also helpful. Another thing to remember when transitioning from one move that requires balance to another is….go sloooooow. Take your time and don't rush to the next position. Breath! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif Finding your center takes time and LOTS of practice, so keep at it an be patient.
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Fitchix, I feel ya, I don't have a dominate side either. I work both sides too, this is something I feel is important and stress to those who take the lessons here. Maybe just make a vid doing the moves you do on both sides. I know for me there are a few moves that I am not as comfortable with on one side, so maybe you have a move that you have yet to nail you could post?
Also keep in mind, you don't have to do every challenge, maybe try one of the others you haven't done yet this month instead? You can do any challenge at anytime. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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At this point I"m planning on making it out there! Should be tons of fun! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Here is the link for the November Challenge https://www.studioveena.com/forums/view/5095409a-041c-42e7-9035-2bc80ac37250
If you are just starting don't get discouraged, building the strength needed for pole takes time! But it gets better. Sounds like you are taking the lessons, so make sure you have watched all of the "getting started" lessons placed at the beginning of each section. This will help you plan your workouts. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif
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I was thinking either dubstep music or opposite side/non dominate side. Any preference?
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We don't allow nipples, or nudity. If you find a photo that has these things, please feel free to contact us, with a link.
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Here is the lesson for it. It's broken down into steps, has slow motion and multiple angles. The Ballerina spin. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4fc631e5-4354-4c33-8b45-7bf40ac37250
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If you have the lessons try using these to build the strength needed for Caterpillar. Also remember the Caterpillar is not the Climb! The caterpillar climb you release the legs, sliding them up the pole, this is more advanced. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
Pole shoulder press https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4db57c33-ed9c-494d-9677-18970ac37250
Forward raise https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/02252a00-b90a-11df-856f-001b214581be
Single leg squat https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4db3576e-cab4-468e-9e07-289e0ac37250
Side climb https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4cadc481-2a2c-4804-861e-148a0ac37250
Inverted thigh hold https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4cb86900-b5d0-46ad-bbaf-1ce10ac37250
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I don't have any suggestions other than, try giving them a little lesson. It could be a good opportunity to bond with them. But are you asking just about how to deal with the pole or just deal with his kids in general? https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_pumpkin.gif
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You may want to check out Friday chat. Come hang out with others from aournd the world and even pole dance together on cam if you have one. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Yep, AG, that is how I felt when I first started using my TG pole. I couldn't do combos ect, I was so use to having the ability to slide into place, making slight adjustments. This is why I don't recommend new dancers use the very grippy finishes. I've literally had skin rip off https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_eek.gif it doesn't happen anymore, unless I"m working on new stuff. We have the default set to chrome when people order, I think that is a good general pole finish. It's all so personal though, but we have to start on something! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif I've very lucky and do not suffer from sweaty hands.
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I disagree, I would rather have a very grippy pole and have to be precise in my movement than have a slick pole and risk slipping and falling.
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Hi Afrocentric Welcome to the site! If you have a pole at home the lessons here are a great place to start. They are organized in a way that builds strength, lessons are all placed in order so you don't have to worry about what to work on next or if a move is suitable for beginners. If you don't have a home pole there are still plenty of conditioning, stretching, and floorwork lessons that do not require a pole! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
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I've used my poles on popcorn ceiling before and it hasn't been a problem. Just be sure to find the stud and place the pole under it (but this goes for all ceilings). You may loose a few pieces but it was not noticeable when I took my pole down. Don't forget to check out the lessons here if you're looking for some guidance at home. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Did you use a stud finder? The pole needs to be placed directly under the stud/joist. And yes, do not over tighten.
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Send us an email with your ceiling height and we will give you a quote with the extension. Just use the contact us at the bottom of the site. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
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Amamda, just to be clear when I talked about skin, I meant the body not just the hands. You can have dry skin or not sweat much, but also have sweaty hands. So you want to match the pole finish to your body and climate not your hands. LIke AG said she usually ends up with glove on no matter what the finish.
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There's lots and lots of help for beginners in the Lessons here. I have a whole section just for condition (wrists included!!) There is also a bunch of Pole Strength lessons that focus on strength building pole work. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
Here is the link to the first of 7 hand/wrist conditioning lessons. https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/b9b362ac-b880-11df-856f-001b214581be
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AG, I get what Vertical is saying though. If you go to a studio and like the size and finish then go with that. It makes sense!
Not everyone has been to a studio or even ever touched a pole, so the little guideline I posted would be helpful in that case.
The sweaty dancer has the most challenging time finding a pole that works for them, slipping can happen regardless of finish, TG and Chrome tend to be the worst though as far a sweat goes. I love my chrome and TG poles and I love my 40, and 45mm. I can work with a 50mm if I need to with no touble really.
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This is pertaining to x -pole brand finishes.
Chrome: Skin type – normal to dry (not great if you sweat a LOT) Climate – All
Titanium gold: Skin type – Normal to dry (not great if you sweat a LOT) Climate – Works GREAT in cold climates!
Brass – Skin type – naturally warm/moist and sweats easily during exercise. Climate – Warm to Hot. (cold dry climate not recommended unless you stay very warm and sweaty while exercising)
Honestly though, you can learn to work with any finish. It's not always easy but possible. I personally feel Chrome is best for most new dancers, (unless you really sweat) because Titanium gold can become too grippy and new dancers tend to have a death grip on the pole to begin with. I have all of the finishes listed above and use the different poles according to the weather. Its cooler now, and I use my Titanium gold and chrome pole. In the hot summer I used my brass.
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The name!
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Do you mean your using my video lesson? https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4fc4dc2f-1bd8-4026-9725-02690ac37250…The bottom hand is just holding to keep you in place, there is no weight on it, it just keeps you moving into the pole. Like dustbunny said.
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Hi Handerson! I'm happy your enjoying the lessons! For the best results try watching all of the "getting started" lessons for each section. This will help you decide how to plan your workouts. Also working on the strength and conditioning lessons are very important.
Here is the first lesson you should watch, and remember lessons are placed in a progressive order. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif
Getting started https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dd006a7-c45c-4c1e-b6b6-4a870ac37250
Tips for success https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4dd121f2-bf68-46c6-9306-11770ac37250
