[donnalee]

Question about slippery poles and itac:

Since so many posters here are writing about slippery brass….thought I might find a target group for my question: Anyone try itac levels higher than 2? I recently bought itac (level 2) which is recommended on the website where I found this. I figured this would be a calm grip. Not too grippy. I LOVE it. I find that it really helps me control my moves on my stainless steel pole and I can do more moves.  So now I thinking I might want even more grip and should move up to a higher level of itac. Anyone try higher levels than 2….and if so… did you like it? Also….I haven't even tried itac on my brass pole. I can still slip on my brass…it's not that sticky….but do not know if itac will hurt the brass. Is itac only for stainless steel? (Not finding information on the actual itac container about particular pole metals.) 

[donnalee]

Me too, PoleDollqid. I have a brass pole and a stainless steal. Bought brass first…..still love it….but it is too grippy at times. If I had to choose one over the other, I would choose, stainless steel….and it's less expensive : )

[donnalee]

Just bought the e-version for .99 cents! Thanks for the tip. Really like the bio of the author :https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_geek.gif

[donnalee]

Your pole jam sounds like it is going to be lots of fun. Hope you will be up to posting a video of it https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_flower.gif. And….I just discovered the Smiley Faces "archive"…..I must overuse these…they are sooo cutehttps://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_elephant.gif

[donnalee]

I bought a Platinum Stage Star Stand Alone and am very happy with it. I have seen the first review video here posted and thought, "Oh my goodness…..are the pieces of my stage able to flip around like I saw in the video? I have not noticed this yet? " So I walked all around my stage and the pieces are secure.  No flipping. I have a newer model since the review video, so perhaps the stage iteself has been improved.  I really like my Platinum Stages pole : )

[donnalee]

Thanks @ Scarlethoney for the in depth reply. I understand what you mean about one way to  become more fluid is to just practice  and go for the combos. Fun to read from someone who really knows about Bobbi's. In reading more about the studio I also found a previous video you posted where you are actually practing at Bobbi's studio. Fabulous : )

[donnalee]

I must add….did not know Scarlethoney trained or works out at Bobbi's. @Scarlethoney….your videos are great to watch. I have posted so…..if you are out there and can find the time….please share tips/thoughts on fluidity….or anything? Will be  fun to hear from you: )

[donnalee]

Yes! I too watch videos on Youtube ….like the performance… and then will find out the dancer is from Bobbi's. Famous in the pole dance world. I also found on Youtube, a "Bobbi's Talk Show" format.  (Don't recall the link, but if you search Youtube….I am sure it can be found. )The dancers talked about the studio and dance moves. The dancers were friendly, funny and energetic.  Lots of personality.  Glad you posted this thought. Looking forward to see if anyone from Bobbi's responds : )

[donnalee]

WxMystikxX- Watch the links! Saw how you got out of it inthe Halloween costume one. Cute! Thanks for posting. I practiced this move today again. (Flying ballernia).  It's killing me but I plan to just work through it : )

[donnalee]

Characters: Dress up as one or do some interpretation of one such as: Movie star or character from a movie, singing star, historical, cartoon character, fairy tale…..I guess it would be like Halloween dress up in May : )

[donnalee]

Congrats on flying ballerina, Fuzzy Navel. I like how  that looks too and I think from an audience perspective….the flying ballerina is even more dramatic. It is definitely a drama move no matter how it's performed. Right now, I am in the beginning awkward stages where I fumble around the pole. Might take a few months for me. Looking forward to when Veena posts the lessons. I will definitely watch those over and over and practice. 

[donnalee]

Yes, I do understand Sam H. Will try this. If you feel up to posting a vid….will watch too….but I understand, and thanks : ) I am a bit obessessed with this move. I was the same way with Superman. It  was very, very hard for several months and now I can do it. Working to accomplish the same with Ballerina moves.

[donnalee]

Amy,

Thanks for posting the link to vid. Just watched it. The video hits on something I am running into: Stickage on the pole after I climb and lean over. Yes! Will practice your tips on how to get away from this stickage situation : )

[donnalee]

Fantastic! Will watch the videos, practice, take notes….dream about ballerina moves : )

Thanks for the notice!

[donnalee]

"Luff" this!

Thanks for posting : )