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  • JBStarryEyedGirl

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    May 3, 2013 at 5:20 pm in reply to: My Cupcake Wars Video Audition 😀

    OMG so cute! You girls did a fab job, and you both looked adorable! I was really hoping you would slip in a shot of you two eating cupcakes on a pole though. =) Good luck ladies, make your dreams come true.

  • I also wanted to mention that anyone interested in teaching pole dance classes in St Louis Mo can send me a message @ www.facebook.com/PinkLemonStudio

     

  • I am picking out flooring, looking for mirrors, and deciding on paint colors! It's so wonderful to see my vision coming to life! Can't wait til I can start posting pictures of the progress, we take possession of the building June 1st!

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

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    May 3, 2013 at 5:09 pm in reply to: Hello from St Louis, Mo

    Thanks for the congrats – the website is live, and I will be releasing class dates and times in the next few weeks. Can't wait!

  • Thanks everyone! Really excited to launch this company and get in some great instructors and great students too! 

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

    Member
    April 30, 2013 at 6:20 pm in reply to: Hello from St Louis, Mo

    Hi ladies! Just wanted to let the St Louis area know that I have opened a new pole studio!

    http://www.PinkLemonStudio.com

    http://www.Facebook.com/PinkLemonStudio.com

    My studio is located in Wentzville / Lake St Louis area. 

     

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

    Member
    April 21, 2013 at 8:14 pm in reply to: Pole Rage. Help Me!

    Honestly, I don’t really get the actual outrage over what we wear to pole. A pair of booty shorts and a sports bra covers more than any bikini I own, and no one bats an eye at the pool.

    I used to get really defensive about pole dancing, but I don’t feel the need to defend myself any more because I am living a better life due to the benefits of pole dance. I am in great shape, I’m happy, and I love what I do!

    I’ve finally just come to terms with the fact that I freakin love pole dancing. And I will continue to pole regardless of what people think or say.

    Hold your head up, smile and ignore those who try to talk down about pole. They are the ones missing out on a amazing community of fabulous and talented people!

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

    Member
    April 16, 2013 at 5:36 pm in reply to: Pole Porn

    I have a contact that does window tinting, so we emailed him asking for a quote. I think he can get clear or mirror tinted pink film. I'll just have to see if the prices makes it worth it. It's totally a luxury =) 

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

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    April 16, 2013 at 4:31 pm in reply to: Pole Instructor Mistakes?

    Generally most classes I have taken begin with at least a 5 min warm up, moving the arms (especially wrists and fingers), hips and legs and getting in some stretching. Other classes I have taken tend to spend more time warming up and including strength moves, up to 15-20 min.

    Either way, you can always warm up  by yourself more prior to classes, or request for some additional warms up before class begins.

    Personally, I wish all pole classes were 90 min with 20 min or warm up and cool down. =)

     

    Was the spin and the pole walk in your video the only thing you learned during the class? I would consider that a side spin. It's not a hard spin to learn, you did a good job for your first class. 

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

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    April 16, 2013 at 4:23 pm in reply to: POLE SLEEVES

    Here is a demo video of install and removal of a pole sleeve.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4brvEUURhbk

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

    Member
    April 16, 2013 at 4:18 pm in reply to: Pole Porn

    I also really want a lulu pole mat! Apparently they are willing to partner with a US company who can bring in mass quantities of them, I wonder if they could just be manufactured here in the US instead? I want to be able to practice scary drops and cool twists without as much fear as usual lol. 

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-8rmrMeiGI

    ​Or a foam pit, wouldn't that be an awesome practice tool! Seems like I can only find the pole mats from yoga direct, and they are only 5 inches, I would like something at least 8 inches thick. 

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

    Member
    April 16, 2013 at 4:05 pm in reply to: Pole Porn

    Try this link for the Althea video

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lwg2yJHXwjk

     

    And here are some online companies who do pink glass, but I assume the shipping cost would be atrocious. I was looking for 3 mirrors that are 5ft X 6ft. Maybe I will just get a smaller pink tinted accent mirror to put in a fun frame just for decor. 

    http://www.tintedmirror.com/Products/Pink-mirror_0147_d.html

    http://www.oruii.com/Tinted+mirror/

    http://www.mirrorlink.org/basics/designing/colors.htm

     

    I also found a company that sells large mirrors with free delivery and install – anyone have experience with them? http://giganticmirrors.com/mirror-pricing

    Or maybe I'll just do a few leaner mirrors instead… So many decisions!

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

    Member
    April 16, 2013 at 2:15 pm in reply to: Pole Porn

    I'm finally redoing my pole room in our new house, and I have been creeping all over the internet on everyone else's pole rooms! LOL. I can't decide what I like the most!

    People are so creative, and I totally have pole envy of the pink tinted mirror in this video: http://youtu.be/afI4g4Q5Nmc 

    I called around to some local glass shops, who quoted me $4200 on pink tinted mirrors. Argh! A little out of the price range at this moment. 

     

    And of course I can't decide what color to paint! Love these ideas:

    Purple and sultry

    http://s3-media3.ak.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/Q2WPtGXmlJgWViR19nPyeA/l.jpg

    Yellow and bright    

    http://www.energizestudios.com/studio/PoleRoom.jpg

    Pink pole room style

    http://www.tampabay.com/resources/images/dti/rendered/2010/06/tbw_pole060410a_124787a_8col.jpg

     

    And there are so many themes to choose! 

    Sexy, dark and candlelit??

    http://www.417mag.com/417magDOTcom/healthaerosha.jpg

    Maybe it's all about the lighting?

    http://www.fitchixfitnessstudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/About-Pole-Dancing1.jpg

    Fantasy dream wish pole suite:

    http://deepcutproductions.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Strip-suite-Pole-Room-mr.jpg

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

    Member
    March 14, 2013 at 11:53 am in reply to: Non compete clause inInstructor contract

    I would NOT sign a contract that you are not in 100% agreement with the terms. 

    I worked at a salon and spa (I'm a massage therapist) that requires their hairstylists to sign a 3 year contract with a non-compete (it also included on the job training costs) and the owner has sued multiple stylists and won judgements against them. 

    As an independent contractor they are not supposed to tell you when to teach, what to teach, or how to teach. Also, you should be allowed to teach anywhere you want. 

    If not, they should be hiring you as an employee.

    Ask about insurance too – my coverage will not cover IC who work for my company – they need to provide their own coverage. Employees are covered though.

    So just a fair warning from my point of view, if you don't like the terms ask to change them, or don't agree to work for that company. 

  • JBStarryEyedGirl

    Member
    March 13, 2013 at 4:01 pm in reply to: Anyone had/have this pair of Pleaser boots??

    Oh, and I pole in them all the time – they are very comfy. However – the patent leather does tear and look a bit janky. I use nail polish to touch up the scuffs and damages. And I should note, I'm probably tough on these boots – lots of banging, kicking, and scuffing along my pole travels. LOL

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