The Ultimate Pole Dancing Resource

Oh yes, pole dancing is a great workout! Even as a beginner you engage multiple muscles at the same time, because the moves are dynamic. As you lift and hold your own body you build strength in your back, biceps, triceps and forearms. When you start to link moves together and add dance, you get a cardio workout as well. Read more on pole as a workout.

People who’ve never tried pole often assume it takes a lot of strength. The advanced moves do, but like anything you build up to them. Beginner moves are less challenging, and your strength grows over the coming weeks as you repeat them. A studio or good online course will teach you transitions and easy spins first, so you get used to the pole while you build strength. How difficult is pole dancing?

Over the last 20 years, pole for fun and fitness has become hugely popular. Students talk about better body awareness, core strength, toned legs and upper-body strength, because your own body is the resistance. Many also say it has boosted their confidence and helped with anxiety and low mood. 8 ways pole can change your life.

There are a few risks. Many students get bruises or skin burns when learning a new move, which are more annoying than harmful. The most commonly reported injuries are shoulder problems, followed by hamstring injuries, and training only one side can lead to muscle imbalances. Warm up and cool down properly and follow a structured programme to avoid injury. Learn a new move, get a new bruise.

There are plenty of resources that let you learn at home, so you don’t have to go to a studio. A studio is still recommended so you have a spotter for complex moves, but if that isn’t possible, take your time and follow good online lessons. Ways to learn pole at home.

If you’ve just bought a pole and are wondering what to do next, our guide covers your first moves, warm-ups and staying safe. So you’ve bought a pole, now what?