*this post was a request from an IPIA member. If you have a topic that you’d like to learn more about, please email us. Unfortunately, in the United States, active shooter situations have increased in recent years in a variety…
[memberonly level=“Group Membership for Businesses of 2-5 individuals, Student, Individual or Solo-Preneur, PoleCon Membership”] This workshop was part of the IPIA Webinar held on May 17, 2023 Learn how to run a large pole event with Colleen Jolly Want to…
Pole dance events can include pole competitions, showcases, or gigs. Although the risk is rare, emergencies and injuries can and will happen at pole dance events. Is your pole dance event prepared for those risks? Do you have a plan…
Pole studios both online and in person are popping up everywhere! This is great for consumers who can “niche-down” and find not just pole instruction but specific and tailored pole instruction that caters towards your preferred style of pole and…
When you first start your business (in the United States, in most states), you don’t need to have any sort of official, legal entity. Many businesses may choose to create an LLC as basic legal protection which requires very little…
Typically, people employed by a pole-based business are either employees or independent contractors. (Read about the difference here). Contractors typically have a formal or informal contract specifying the work do be done, the rate at which they are being paid,…
[memberonly level=“Group Membership for Businesses of 2-5 individuals, Student, Individual or Solo-Preneur, PoleCon Membership”] Update this template as necessary based on the laws in your municipality. EMPLOYEE CONTRACT AGREEMENT This employment contract, dated , is entered into by [Company Name]…
Many pole instructors, performers, studio owners, strippers, and other pole business owners may maintain a primary “day job” and work their pole-related side hustle at the same time. While some specific careers or employees may require disclosure of other/outside employment,…
[memberonly level=“Group Membership for Businesses of 2-5 individuals, Student, Individual or Solo-Preneur, PoleCon Membership”] This workshop was part of the IPIA Webinar held on April 6, 2023 Interview with Event Producer and PT Andrea Plancarte -5 ways to make money…
While pole dancing is most often taught in a group fitness class setting, providing private, individualized instruction can be a great way to help your students progress faster. Here are three ways to attract more private pole or aerial clients…