chemgoddess1
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Satine, I think you can add an extension but it cannot go over a certain height. I think there is info on the xpole site.
Crap, now I can’t find it. I know this has been discussed……aaarrrrrrggggg
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When I started poling there was only one option besides learning on my own. Much of what I did was off videos and the internet. I don’t even remember how I even found the studio in went to because at the time she did not even have a website.
Now if I am visiting an area I will check out studios. I will drop in a class or two to get a feel for a studio before signing up for classes. As with Zumba for me convenience is a factor but I have no problem driving to a farther studio if there are quality instructors.
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I learned inside hand low and I am pretty sure that is how it is shown here on the site.
I would start working on your pole holds first, then on knee ups while you are in pole hold. Kicking up should never be an option. Sorry. -
You should always be prepared for all situations when it comes to grip aids. If it is cooler in the place I find to be my go to grip. If it is going to be warm, I use liquid grip which is drying with tack. Stainless does NOT like to be cold. Do you know what kind of stainless it is or the manufacturer? Some stainless sucks balls especially if it is brushed.
Whatever you decide to do, leave lots of room for error and do not attempt to do something if your grip is compromised. I have learned the hard way, trust me. I even have watched people completely fall out of stuff in a bad way when grip was not the best.
Learn the song and try to have a few moves that are timed to specific points in the song and leave the rest to freestyle. Most of the people who will be there have no idea the difficulty of moves and simple spins leave them in awe.
Have fun!!!
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I am pretty sure there is a holiday special going on or about to be going on …..
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BTW…..Finreah is the SV member.
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Pleaser’s version were known to stop working or not even work to start out. The owner of Aura Heels is a long standing member here on SV. These are all custom made and have several different styles if LED lighting programs available. They have a plug in so they ate completely rechargeable. I have seen these in person and they are freaking SPECTACULAR!
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Drywall does not just float, as DB said it needs to be attached to something. Do not just leave it on the drywall. I can break the stuff with my hands……imagine how easily the sideways force from a pole can rip through it!
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OK, I don’t want to rain on your parade, but ask for a picture of the other side of the dome. There should be a white sticker with a serial number. The only thing that threw up red flags to me is that XPole has not made the screw together poles for more than 3 years, which means that pole is either a fake or much older than 3 years.
I hope that indeed it is real but I also do not want you to trade things that may be worth more than the pole.
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Target has a line called Gilligan OMalley or something like that and they have boyshorts that for rather nicely. They come in different colors at different times of the year and are very stretchy but stay put when I am poling. I have recently found amb dance wear side tie shorts that are pretty amazing too. They are a one size deal and they look small but they are amazingly stretchy but don’t create muffin top. The target shorts I think are 2 for $10 and I think the amb ones are $15.
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So I googled pole certifications and so many more have popped up! Before going for the cheapest option do some research. Some are not worth the paper they are printed on.
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This is 2 years old but many if them are still available:
http://lolorashel.blogspot.com/2012/04/pole-dance-certifications.html?m=1
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You have not stated what part of California you are in. I know of about 3 certification programs in Cali where you can go. Look at $500-1000 depending on what all is offered.
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Again, you do not have to be certified to get insurance. You will get a discount but it is not a requirement. If a studio requires a certification it is their way of weeding out fly by night instructors. Those that will spend the time and money to get certified tend to be more serious about becoming an instructor.
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Being certified in any way for teaching physical activity will get you a discount for insurance but it does not “qualify” you.
There are quite a few discussions here on the forum regarding certification. Many studios that have been around look more for actual experience over a certification and I am seeing more and more offer their own in house teaching. If you are looking at it from a knowledge perspective then go for it, but if you are looking at it because you think you need it to teach, that is not the case.