Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to bring?
Bring a good attitude and a desire to learn! Unless specifically asked, there is nothing extra you need to bring. You are more than welcome to bring snacks and drinks.
What should I wear?
We recommend shorts and a tank top or less, but you should wear what makes you comfortable! Keep in mind that most forms of pole dancing require a certain amount of bare skin in order to "stick" to the pole, but this not a rule.
Am I too old or too overweight to pole dance?
NO! You do not need to be young, you do not need to be skinny, you do not need to be in "perfect" health to start dancing. With proper care, precautions and training, anyone can pole dance. Being mindful of your body's needs is extremely important when introducing intense work-outs. This can include regressing certain moves and exercises to make them manageable, targeting areas of the body that may need to build strength, increasing stretching throughout your daily life, etc.
Do I need previous experience?
No, your instructor will teach you everything you need to know during our Intro Class. You do, however, need previous experience in order to attend any classes beyond the Intro Class or Drop-Ins.
Could I get hurt?
Yes. Pole dancing is considered an extreme sport, which is why safety is our highest priority. This is why we stretch beforehand and provide safety mats, why the owner and current instructor is first aid and CPR certified, why pole dancing features multiple levels of advancement, and the reason we require each new student to attend our Intro Class. The most common form of pole-related injuries are bruises, or as we fondly call them: pole kisses! As your body builds a tolerance to the stress of pole dancing, you should see a noticeable decrease in the frequency and severity of bruising.
How many students are in each class?
This may vary between 3 to 10 students. Any class with less than 3 attending students will be rescheduled.
Can I pole dance if I'm disabled?
The answer to this question will be different for every person asking. Generally speaking, the answer is yes. You can pole dance. You may have different ways of learning that need to be accounted for, there may be pole moves that are too physically demanding or extreme, you may not be able to pole dance traditionally, moves may need to be modified. However, there ARE disabled pole dancers, such as Erin Clark who is wheelchair-bound due to her congenital spine disorder, and Deborah Roach who is missing her left arm. There is now a disabled division within pole competitions, in which both Erin and Deborah have competed, and won.