While video auditions have been common in the pole industry for many years, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced even more live competitions and other pole-based events to go virtual. As our industry adopts an increasingly digital mindset, it’s important for…
Outside of teaching specific, scheduled classes, there are no common working hours for pole industry professionals. Many pole-fessionals may also maintain their pole business pursuits in addition to a regular “day job.” This can make it hard as a business…
Whether you are a performer, stripper, or pole-dancing hobbyist, it is definitely important to take care of your physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Self-care is nothing short of important and necessary. As dancers and performers, we can easily tire ourselves…
[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 November 17, 2020. Biomechanics and Injury in the Pole Athlete How can I modify my body…
Pole injuries do occur. Perhaps you came down from the pole and landed wrong on your ankle. Or maybe that nagging pain in your shoulder has finally started to affect your pole moves. If you have sustained a pole injury…
The pole industry is made up of wonderful people, who, for the most part, want the community to thrive. It’s common to see dancers loaning hairspray backstage at competitions, competing studio owners sharing hugs and business owners trusting each other…
Selecting the right poles for your pole-based business is a fairly straightforward process. There are a handful of companies manufacturing freestanding and mounted poles currently with more manufacturers entering the market world-wide each year. Determine your studio needs How you…
This workshop was part of the Virtual PoleCon 2020 event held on October 17, 2020. When Celebrities Culture Vulture and How Poling Helps Them with AMD: Throughout the years we have seen celebrities be drawn to pole dancing and then…
This workshop was part of the Virtual PoleCon 2020 event held on October 17, 2020. The No Room Warm Up with Zippora: So you’ve just landed an amazing gig as a Lead Pole Performer. You’re super excited but when you get…
This workshop was part of the Virtual PoleCon 2020 event held on October 17, 2020. Makeup Tip for the Digital Stage! with Kinky Sweat: Performing from your living room doesn't mean we can't still learn how to apply stage makeup! This workshop…