My first thought after hearing about a ‘Masks and Basques’ charity event was ‘I want to Pole Dance for this.’ It is pitched as a night of burlesque performers, circus and aerial performers, naughty cabaret and raucous bands. Being a burlesque teacher I already quite enjoy more bizarre events such as this. It is also held in […]
Place your strong inside hand high on the pole. Keeping your strong, inside leg still, take your weaker leg out to the side of the pole keeping it as straight as you can. Take this foot all the way around the pole – without touching it, to meet your other foot.
Climb the pole to a pole sit, crossing your top, strong leg over the top of your weaker leg. While holding the pole bring your crossed leg towards the pole, keeping the tension and contact with your other leg. Straighten your weaker leg, pointing your toes. When your top knee is on the pole and […]
As most of us have limited access to a pole, it can be highly advantageous to be able to work out in a way that benefits your pole dance training, without being at The Gym or Pole Studio. While you may not have much time, money or workout space, you should hopefully be able to […]
Go to do a cradle invert. As you invert place your inside strong leg over the outside of the pole. Stretch your weaker leg out, keeping it straight and lean your head back to get your body in a straight line.
Place your strongest, inside arm on the pole at head height. Place your weaker hand behind your back and on to the pole, thumb up. Make sure you hold on to the pole very tightly. Kick your legs up as you lean your body back onto your weaker arm. Use this motion to get your […]
Climb the pole to a pole stand. Grip with your legs and take your body in front of the pole so that your strong arm is closer to the pole. Bend your body forward trapping the pole between your arm and the side of your body. Hold both arms together behind your back. Make sure […]
This pole dance tutorial will show you how to get into your Caterpillar Climb move. Learn the tips and tricks to make your Caterpillar Climb stronger.
Climb the pole to a pole sit, keeping your hands on the pole. Take your strong hand off the pole and place it back on the pole just underneath your bum. Keep your weaker hand where it is. Lean your body back and allow yourself to sit on your lower hand/wrist. Take your legs off […]
Place your strong hand high on the pole and your weaker hand about level with your hips. Walk around the pole. Keep your inside foot on the floor and swing your outside leg out, keeping it low and straight. Turn your body in to face the pole as you bring your inside leg off the ground. […]
