Anyone Can Pole Dance!

The videos above are to show you that ANYONE can pole dance :) You can be big or small, young or old, man or woman. Take time to look at Pole Dancing videos on YouTube, which is where I found these. There are sooo many dancers out there, of all shapes, sizes, ages, and ethnicities. The woman shown above in the middle video is 50 years old!! Isn't she in great shape?! It's amazing to see how many people have posted their pole videos. Regardless of their experience or level of embarrassment :) they want to share their experience on the pole with you. I encourage you to do the same!

Pole Essentials

There are several things that I consider to be 'Pole Essentials'. They are shown above :)

#1 Heels

A pair of hot shoes makes all the difference in my book. The ones pictured above I proudly own ;) They instantly make your legs look great, they definately add to the sex appeal of your dance and they actually make it easier to pivot your way around the pole.

#2 Tite Grip

This is a great product. It's a non-slip antiperspirant hand lotion that dries clear and assists you in gripping the pole. You'll find that when you start out, your hands will get sweaty and this may cause you to slip when working on the pole. Eventually your grip will get stronger and you won't have to resort to using Tite Grip, but in the meantime this is a great tool to have in your pole arsenal ;)

#3 Booty Shorts & a Tank

Bare skin helps you to grip the pole. Gripping comes in handy when you are attempting to climb the pole, hold certain position on the pole and when attempting to invert on the pole. A lot of these feats are more advanced, but once you do get to this point you will see how the more exposed skin you have, the easier it will be. This type of apparel also allows you to see your body move. Seeing the definition in your muscles and the strength you have achieved will be motivating!

#4 Spray Bottle of Alcohol

This is used for cleaning your pole. Before you start working out and periodically throughout your workout, cleaning your pole with rubbing alcohol is necessary. Not only does this sanitize your pole, but it renews its workability. Like I said, you will get sweaty and a dirty pole will result in slippage. Always have a spray bottle on hand!

#5 Music

Music is definately a must-have when you're working out, especially on the pole! Pick songs that get your heart pumping, that get you in the mood, that inspire you! There is no set playlist for Pole Fitness. Picking music for your pole is so much fun! I listen to a whole range of music-anything from Timberland to Journey! Build routines based on the songs you have picked ;)

Do you have a special 'tool' or prop that you rely on during your pole sessions? Please share! We'd love to hear!

Want to Host a Pole Party?!

I want to bring the 'Pole Fitness Experience' to YOU!  Hosting a Pole Party in your home is the perfect recipe for a 'Girls Nite IN' :)  The pole, props and music are provided-all YOU have to do is invite your friends! 

Birthday Parties, Bachelorette Parties, 'Newly Single', Graduation, any celebration you can think of! Bring out your inner diva at a party you will never forget! What a unique way to get the girls together ;)


~You will learn all of the 'pole basics'~

Learn the WALK

The ATTITUDE

Basic FLOOR WORK

Beginner SPINS!

You'll enjoy music, laughter, great photo ops, your own routine and MOST of all-a night you'll never forget ;)


*Feel free to wear whatever you are comfortable in, but FYI - bare skin helps you grip the pole so shorts and tanks are recommended. Heels are optional, but SO much fun!*

To book a party, or for more information please email me at my personal email addy: yesko.heather@gmail.com OR the Pole Party email addy: GetYourGirls@gmail.com

Rates vary due to the length of the party and number of ladies in attendance.  Basic parties however are approximately 2 hours long and have 7-10 women in attendence.

No Pain-No Gain

You can see why I've titled this post 'No Pain-No Gain', lol.  As you can see from the photo above, Pole Fitness is not all glitz & glamour :)  Working on the pole exposes your body to things it hasn't experienced before, therefore sometimes resulting in bruises, sore muscles and aches & pains.  That is why training is crucial.  It is SO important to know what you are doing and to make sure your body is ready for what you are going to attempt.  If you haven't stretched enough, if your body isn't strong enough or if you are not preforming your moves correctly this could result in serious injury.  Be sure you have done your research and/or have been trained properly before working on your pole.  

The bruises shown above are from my skin not being used to the moves I am doing.  As I continue to practice, my skin will toughen up.  As I build my strength I won't have to rely on my skin taking the brunt of my moves because I will be able to better support myself, which will result in less and more appropriate contact with the pole.

I also bruise extremely easily :) I just wanted to share this with you so that you realize it is not a piece of cake, injury can happen and to give you a little something to laugh at. 

This resembles a crime scene photo! LMAO.

My X-Pole

So after admitting to my addiction of the pole, which is the first step :), I decided to buy myself an X-Pole for my Birthday!  From the research I had done X-Pole is one of the most trustworthy brands of poles you can purchase.  After shopping around for weeks to try and find the best price, as they are expensive, I decided to make my purchase via Ebay and what an intense bidding war it was!

I fought down to the last second and won my pole for $246.01 and paid $28.09 for shipping for a grand total of:  $275 :)  Cheaper than buying from the X-Pole manufacturer itself.  I waited and waited for my pole to arrive.  Being that my birthday is on Christmas, let's just leave that alone for now :), I thought maybe it was just taking a little longer due to the holiday.  I kept checking Ebay daily to see if the seller had shipped it, with no results.  I even messaged the seller to no avail.  Just when I thought I had been hoodwinked, a friend stopped by and during her visit informed me that there was a LARGE BOX on the porch!  A mad dash to the door revealed that my pole had arrived, right on schedule. ::A sigh of relief::

The following day I installed the pole in my gym, which I had cleaned and painted green the week prior, in honor of my new purchase.  The X-Pole is SO easy to install and doesn't require any screws for mounting.  You can take it down and put it back up in approximately 5 mins!  It's perfect for the pole enthusiast on the go!  Since then I have been in my 'studio' daily.  Practicing, dancing, spinning and sweating to my heart's content.

iPole

Last year I discovered the world of 'Pole Fitness'.  For those of you that might not be familiar, let me explain this wonderful industry.  Pole Fitness is a absolutely fantastic workout and self esteem booster.  It involves a 'stripper pole' but please don't confuse this with the 'stripping' you may be familiar with.  Using the pole you are taken through a series of strength training and cardio moves as well as incorporating dance, without removing any clothing.  This is a feel good way to let loose, build confidence and at the same time partake in an awesome workout.  It's a lot harder than it looks ladies!  Studios have opened up across the country providing classes and I don't see this as a trend that will fade anytime soon.  I encourage everyone to try Pole Fitness if the opportunity is in your area to do so.  I promise you'll be hooked.  It's an addiction that is good for the body & soul :)  I've created this blog to encourage you to try, inform you how to, and to document my adventures on the pole!