‘Life and Pole’ Articles
This is where you’ll find articles on anything and everything related to pole fitness, pole art and life as a pole dancer.
Written by Fern on 09 February 2012
Remi Martin is a professional Chinese Pole artist, already well known in Circus circles, who more recently has found a strong fan base in the pole dancing community. In this interview, Remi discusses how he got started with his acrobatics, why he loves performing what he thinks of pole dancing, compared to Chinese Pole. He also gives us some...
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Written by Fern on 24 August 2011
In Part 1 of this interview we went behind the scenes and discovered how Jessalynn managed to pull the whole thing together! In this article Jessalynn shares the story of how it all started, what she has up her sleeve for NEXT year and how you could get involved...
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Written by Fern on 16 August 2011
Jessalynn Medairy gives us a sneak peek into what it's like to organise the world's first and biggest International Pole Convention - right through from planning and promoting the event to finally seeing her hard work all come together!...
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Written by Fern on 22 May 2011
Frequently asked questions about buying your first pole... Where can I buy a pole? Should I get a permanent or removable one? Which is best - chrome, titanium, steel or brass? How do the poles stay up, are they safe? Find answers to these questions and many more in this article...
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Written by Fern on 21 April 2011
MarĂa Roberta, known to her friends as Ro, is a physics student at the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina. In her free time she makes fabulous miniature dolls of pole dancers, gymnasts and aerialists. I found her dolls totally by chance one day, and loved them! Best of all, Ro accepts photos and will make a personalised uDoll that looks just...
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Written by Fern on 05 March 2011
The technique for dancing on a spinny pole is very different to that of a stationary or static pole. In my opinion, the key differences are momentum, strength and dizziness. It can be tricky at first to get used to dancing differently on a spinner, but there are some tips and pointers that can help you make the transition...
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Written by Fern on 12 February 2011
What makes pole dancing such good exercise? Pole dancing is classed as strength-based interval training, it combines isotonic and isometric movements, and provides an all over body workout. You are rewarded for your efforts in more ways than one, which helps to keep you motivated. It is fun, addictive, anyone can learn, and you can make it...
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Written by Fern on 07 January 2011
If you want to learn how to take super duper pole pictures, you're in the right place! Discover the fundamentals of composition, lighting and perspective, including the rule of thirds - and how these things apply to your pole pictures...
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Written by Fern on 18 November 2010
You have the camera, and you have the pole tricks, but for some reason your pictures are falling short of your expectations. Why?
Well, when it comes to looking good on the pole, there are three key things in play: your body and posture, your facial expression, and the angle of the move in relation to the camera. So here's what you have to do...
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Written by Fern on 10 November 2010
If your pole gets wiped clean more than your coffee table... you measure the success of a night out by how much street pole was involved... your most important tool kit is the one containing 1 large spanner, an allan key and two tightening rods... and if you're totally prepared to forfeit your bond/security deposit on your apartment, in the name...
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