I spent today doing a first aid course and then went pretty much straight to class. So I wanted to have a quick discussion about fear, why I’m scared to do certain moves on the pole and how I get over it 😀
First Aid & Fear
Handstand Training & Brass Monkey Entries
Today I have been strengthening my handstands using some of Charlotte Robertson’s techniques. Check out her tips…
Pole Grip Aides
Here is my collection of grip aides that I have acquired over the years. I try to pole for as long as I can without grip and turn to it if necessary. I know others tend to favour using grips which is absolutely fine. I have tried most of them and definitely have my favourites.
Abandon That Move!
I’m once again about to contradict myself here… I usually go on and on about how practice makes perfect. If you keep working on moves, you will get there and you will nail it. While I definitely believe that is true and live by it, for some moves in the short-term the opposite can be true.
“What’s The Hardest Pole Move You Can Do?”
You have the strength moves like a Deadlifts or Iron X that are hard because of the strength element to them. Of course you have to nail them technically in order to get them right, but when you have the technique you have to drill it over and over again until it starts to get stronger.
10 Tips for Building Stronger Handstands
I’ve always thought that I was quite good at handstands – in the same was as I think I’m flexible… until I entered the pole world.
Pole Progress Pictures
I love progress pics. I think they’re really helpful to track your progress and to help keep you motivated. The problem I have, is that I’m really good at taking the before pictures… but not so great at the after. I guess I lose motivation through my project (whether it’s splits, or a particular move) […]
That ‘Oh Crap’ Pole Moment
Of course fear is fear. You can’t really control it too much and I genuinely believe that fear is a good thing, and often keeps you safe.
Technique Is Everything!
I have been able to do a Wrist Seat for quite a while now. I remember a year or so ago I wanted to try the No Handed Seat (pictured) also known as a Violator, among other names. (I’m not a fan of that name, so I stick to mine!) I remember trying it over […]
Making Group Choreography
I love making up choreography for pole. I usually teach a new routine every week, but recently have started working on group choreography. A few years ago I choreographed ‘Spring Awakening’ at my local theatre with quite a big cast. I have done a few different group pieces since then but this is the first […]