Kobajo84
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Gorgeous move Phoenix Kazree
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Yes Amy! Please do! That would be awesome! I love your Tuesday tips!
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This was something I'd asked about in the past and the responses I got were to practice. I started mine in a scorpio handstand since this was the move I typically felt the need to do the wavy/sexy legs. I would recommend doing them first from the ground either resting your forearms behind you to brace yourself or keeping elbows extended and bracing your upper body with a straight back, shoulders back, & chest forward. From here you will place your legs in a V straddle with toes and legs pointing up towards the ceiling. While watching yourself in the mirror begin fanning your legs in a V prance or bicycle motion. You want to make sure you practice this exercise in all paces- fast & slow. Make sure to keep your toes pointed and maintain your upper torso posture during this exercise. Another useful tip is to rock your hips towards the descending leg which will create the illusion of increased flexibility where it lacks. Once you get the feel for the movements and what feels right, you can then progress to a forearm stand/handstand with the same concepts as your grounded version.
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I have all 4 hoopnotica DVDs and I love them. In addition to what the other ladies said, these DVDs are made to be watched while you hoop practice. Each chapter builds upon the previous lesson and are meant to be watched in the broken down sections for ease of learning. I'm currently working through the second DVD. I really like the progression these DVDs allow and the way things are taught. I tried doing youtube videos but I found that without something structured to go by, I was at a loss of what I should be doing in what order. I like to progress and build upon my progress and I feel like Hoopnotica has developed their DVDs well in this aspect. You also might want to check out HoopCity.ca. I find it's a great hooping community full of so much information much like studioveena is a great community for poling. Good luck and Happy Hooping! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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You can always try but stick to the basics- nothing strenuous. Keep your body right side up- no inverting. The dancing aspect of pole can often be enough for a workout so this could be a great time for you to work on your flow and transitions with dance. There are also other great cross training workouts suitable for pregnancy. A lot of polers also hoop. Hooping is a great alternative workout and will also focus your workout in bodily areas that will be neglected while you are unable to progress with poling. Hoopnotica has a whole sytem designed around pregnancy and hooping. Start things slow as your body has changed. You will be able to tell when you have limitations.
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http://poledancedictionary.com/moves/248/rockstar/
Not a tutorial but this might help…https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif
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My dance style changes depending on my mood which always is reflected through the type of music I am listening to. I typically go slow and sultry because it feels the best and enables me to be expressive through my dance flow & tricks. I try to focus myself to get caught up in the moment while dancing and this style really lets me explore that deeper connection to my dancing in both pole & hoop.
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Hi Mimi and welcome to the SV community and the wonderful world of pole!
Should I begin training in heels or trainers? When I teach, I like my beginner students to learn in either bare feet or using "foot undies" (http://www.amazon.com/Capezio-Womens-footUndeez-Lyrical-Modern/dp/B000TKHYYG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1313387495&sr=8-1) or dance paws (http://www.amazon.com/Dance-Paws-XS-Dark-Nude/dp/B003521CSY/ref=sr_1_1?s=shoes&ie=UTF8&qid=1313387535&sr=1-1) Avoid heels at first until you are comfortable in your dance moves then progress to a shoe with a short heel and work your way up to taller heels.
Should I take lessons or learn on my own? Should I buy dvds? Learn from every avenue you can. The online lessons here are a good place to start. DVDs, watching Youtube pole videos, or taking a studio class are also great. You should explore every outlet possible for learning. There are so many resources out there. Take advantage of as many of them as you can.
What other gear would be helpful? As you progress you will learn about your body and the issues you run into as you go along- sweaty hands & grip issues, bruising, need for increasing flexibility…etc…as you run into each of these issues, as many of us have along our journeys, you can search the topic here in the forum or online and you will find answers to your questions and tools that have worked for others that you too can try.
How often should I practice? What ways can I start as a beginner and gradually progress? If you have the means to do so with your time, I'd recommend every other day on the pole practices. Make sure to have a rest day in between any strenuous activities to allow your muscles to recooperate. On your "off" pole days you can do some light stretching, floor work, or pole dance transitions that don't involve getting on the pole.
Hope some of that helps! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_heart1.gif
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There's a video here too. The first move she does in the video clip.
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Veena has a spinning scorpio lesson. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
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I'm not quite understanding why the need to use your name in their claim is even necessary? It's common knowledge within the pole community that instructors will go to other pole studios, buy DVDs, take workshops from well known polers in the industry, read books/forums/blogs, watch pole videos….the list is endless of the types of research instructors can and will do to further their knowledge. Just because you're an instructor doesn't mean you cease to be a student. And when attending another studio, you should respect that studio as a student and NOT advertise yourself to that studio's clients of who you are and anything promoting your own financial gain within your own business endeavors. That studio should also honor you as a student and abide by the fact that you are attending their studio and you should recieve the same respect of every other student. I don't know the depths of law but I don't believe you can post someone's name or photo stating they are a student at your studio without their consent. Also I would think there would be a confidentiality issue here as well. I certainly wouldn't want my personal business of where I go to work out for ftness- ESPECIALLY a pole dancing work out being known publicly for anyone and everyone. I personally advertise that myself but if I were a more conservative person with a more conservative profession that I could be risking because of my extracurricular activities outside of work, I'd be pretty upset with this studio for the blatant unjustified use of my name in the way they are using it. It's very well known that employers use the internet to get information on their employees. I'm not trying to get off the point and on a completely unrelated what-if story but the truth of the matter is laws were created for a reason and it might be a good idea to research the laws within your state and get your facts together. As far as never meeting the owner, maybe a communication that does not involve email with the studio owner is in order? The best option would be to pursue things as much as possible in a nonlegal action. Exhaust all your options before resorting to legal action first.
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The website says pre-sale date is July 31st and "Release & Shipping" date is September 15th.
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REALLY!?!? I am tempted to ask for a refund. This is getting ridiculous.
