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Superman (or Superwoman) is an intermediate-advanced pole dance trick. It is a beautiful, elegant and versatile trick to have in your range. It's fairly unique in that not many pole tricks are performed horizontally with your hips facing down. This trick requires...
Has it been hot where you live recently? Do you live in a hot country? Hot weather, much like cold weather makes certain things more challenging. Pole dancing is one of those things! As if it isn't challenging enough already! That's right - pole dancing is hot weather...
Pole dancing certainly requires a lot of upper-body strength. Actually, it is a complete full-body workout! Pole dancing works your upper-body, core and your legs to help you build strength quickly. Often, people think that they can't learn pole dancing because...
The shoulder mount is an intermediate-advanced pole dancing trick. It is a method of inverting (going upside down) on the pole that calls for a lot of shoulder strength, which lifts your body off the ground, but also a lot of core strength, which is needed to lift and...
So, you want to learn pole dancing at home, but aren't sure where to start? Learning to pole dance at home is ideal if you don't have anywhere local offering pole fitness lessons. Or, you may lack the confidence to attend lessons and would prefer to learn in a...
When you're pole dancing, safety is the most important thing. Whether you're pole dancing at home or in a professional studio, there are certainly risks involved with this type of activity. The last thing any amateur or professional pole dancer wants is to get...
This article contains tips for pole dance photoshoots and advice to help you get the most from your next shoot. Having regular photoshoots (professional or amateur) is a great way to keep track of your progress, build your confidence and help you feel good about...
Hello and Happy New Year everyone! Now that Christmas is over, and New Year's hangovers will soon fade away, there's bound to be something on your mind - resolutions. Fitness. Travel. Workout. Goals. Setting yourself goals for the New Year is a longstanding tradition...
If you've got a pole dance performance coming up, you could find yourself overwhelmed with the amount of preparation and rehearsal you have to do. We're here to help. Planning for a pole dance performance is a big task with a lot to think about; from shoes to music,...
I have been pole dancing for 10 years. This year marks my 10 year anniversary with the sport/art of pole dancing. This website has pockets of knowledge scattered through different posts and guides, but I've decided to collate the most important parts of what I've...
Are you a pole dancer who is trying to earn some extra cash? Is pole dancing a hobby that you're passionate about and you're wondering how to earn an income from it? Well, I'm here to help! I am a pole dancer who started pole dancing over 10 years ago and I now earn a...
As a beginner pole dancer, you're vulnerable to making some common mistakes and picking up bad habits early along your pole journey. This article is about lifestyle, habits and tips for beginner pole dancers to avoid the most common mistakes. This actually applies to...
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This post a guest post from Aerial Yoga Zone. They reached out to us to write this guest post on how aerial yoga and pole fitness go hand-in-hand. Also, how aerial yoga can help your pole dancing progress! If you're interested in writing a guest post for us on the...
Everyone has to start at the beginning, right? If you've recently signed up to pole fitness classes, you're probably already fixated by pole fitness superstars on YouTube and Instagram. All of these dancers started by learning some basic pole tricks, just like you!...
If you're hoping to get better at pole dancing and improve your vertical skills, or if you're feeling frustrated with after reaching a plateau or not seeing the progress you'd hoped for, then this article is for you. As long as you stick to a regular routine and...
Many women are concerned about pole dancing while on their period, or they feel uncomfortable about it. It is perfectly OK to perform pole dancing during your period, so let's set the record straight on that before going any further! Women have legitimate concerns...
What great news! You've taken the twirl of faith and decided to go to your first ever pole dancing class! That really is a huge step to take and you're already at the start of your pole fitness journey. This article is all about what to wear to pole dancing...
Warming-up is essential for all sport in order to prevent injury and to prepare your muscles for what's to come! Pole dancing is a full-body workout and it's highly important that your muscles are fully warmed up before you begin. So, we've created this simple...
When it comes to our progress in life, whether that's pole fitness progress or otherwise, it's important to keep track and monitor your progression towards your goals. We have a variety of methods at our disposal to track our progress. But, if you don't have a system...
If your current fitness goal is to get more flexible, then you're in the right place! This article has loads of in-depth advice, research, and guidance for those of you hoping to improve your flexibility. Being more flexible has loads of extra benefits for your...
Sometimes, as a pole dancer, you'll find yourself hitting a plateau in your progress. No matter how often you practice, your progress seems to have... halted. If this sounds familiar to you, then you're probably in a position where it's time to up your game. This...
Are you about to start your first pole dancing class and you're wondering about what you should and shouldn't be worrying about? Well then, this guide is written just for you! Many people get anxious or concerned before their first pole fitness lesson, that's fine!...
If you've been pole dancing for a while and taken a break, you'll completely understand what I'm talking about in this post. As a pole dancer, your muscles are probably well-developed and very strong. If you stop working out, for whatever reason, your muscles won't be...
Not many of us are lucky enough to live in large houses or apartments. But, that certainly doesn't mean that you can't pole dance at home, within reason, of course! Pole dancing in a small space is completely possible, with a few compromises in place, it's very easy...
Pole dancing is hard work, it's one of the toughest forms of exercise, so pole dancers need something to help them unwind and relax after a serious pole fitness workout. Us pole dancers, we put ourselves through a lot! We bare our skin so we can cover it in friction...
Twisted Grip (sometimes abbreviated as 'TG' or 'TG Handspring') as a Pole Dancing grip, usually used for handsprings or as a transition, is a pole goal for many people. But, as such an unnatural position, you have to wonder whether it's causing any damage to your...
If you're new to pole dancing, you're probably wondering about whether it's compulsory to wear 6-inch heels at a pole dancing class. Well, it's definitely not essential to wear heels when you're pole dancing, it can be done perfectly well with bare feet. However,...
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This is the lowdown on freestanding dance poles, including the different manufacturers, materials, widths and podium bases. If you're looking to buy a freestanding dance pole for home or professional use, then this guide is for you! You will learn about the...
So, you've been learning how to pole dance for a while now, and the time has come for you to invest in your own dance pole to use at home. Getting your own dance pole is a great idea, it will really enhance your progress, and new technology means that dance poles...
We love reviewing products at Pole Fit Freedom so that you can make the most of the various products out there for pole dancers! Crash mats are an essential part of pole dancing safety, especially for beginners learning new tricks. It’s common to find crash mats in...
If you've started pole dancing this year, you're probably reaching that time when it's time to buy your own dance pole! Being able to practice at home does wonders for your progress and this is one purchase that you won't regret. You're probably wondering which is the...
Are you considering buying yourself an X Pole Sport? It's definitely one of the best and most popular portable dance poles on the market due to its durability, stability and design. X Pole continues to be the industry leader in pole dancing and aerial fitness...
Are you considering buying the X Pole A-Frame? X Pole continues to be the industry leader in pole dancing and aerial fitness equipment, and they currently sell some genuinely unique pole and aerial fitness products. This article is an overview of the X Pole...
