| Pole dancing is the new exciting way to keep fit. | | | | sturdy pole suitable for all dance moves and is usually |
| Exercise fitness poles are fast being sold to homes, | | | | found in dance halls, clubs, pole dancing teaching |
| dance clubs and fitness centres across the UK. | | | | classes and exhibitions. These are suitable when the |
| You can now purchase your own exercise dance pole | | | | ceiling is not low enough or not supportive enough to |
| for home use. We have put together some hints to | | | | obtain sufficient tension. The bases are available in a |
| help with you with your choice. You can learn to pole | | | | range of designs and can be purchased for home |
| dance in classes throughout the UK or by investing in | | | | use. |
| an instructional Pole Dance DVD. | | | | Poles are normally supplied in a kit with full installation |
| If you are pondering on whether to purchase a | | | | instructions. They can be installed in a standard room, |
| dance pole, you will need to consider which type of | | | | and need to be located under a ceiling joist to ensure |
| pole would be the most suitable for your specific | | | | the pole has full support. In addition to locating the |
| requirements. | | | | ceiling joist you will also need to be sure there is |
| Pole dancing is a fitness regime for all. Forget all those | | | | enough space to be able to spin and turn on the pole |
| hours spent sweating in the gym; pole dancing burns | | | | without injuring yourself. The only additional tools you |
| calories, tones up your body muscles, increases | | | | may require are a spirit level to ensure your pole is |
| flexibility and fitness level. This activity has also been | | | | 100% upright, and a stud finder to find the ceiling |
| shown to boost self-confidence and improve posture. | | | | joist. |
| No matter what shape, age, size or fitness level, Pole | | | | The poles that are the favoured by teachers of pole |
| Dancing is for everyone. | | | | dance, fitness centres and dancing clubs are strong |
| We have conducted our own independent research. | | | | and sturdy. These types of poles are suitable for |
| The feedback we have received, particularly from | | | | spins, inverts, climbs. Be careful of a certain novelty |
| those who have never tried it before is that it is a | | | | pole on the market that has been stocked by 'Tesco' |
| much more enjoyable way of keeping fit and burning | | | | amongst other suppliers. Novelty poles are not as |
| calories than the dreaded treadmill or exercise bike! It | | | | sturdy as other poles and can in fact cause injury if |
| encourages active participation, burns calories and, | | | | treated as a professional pole. You need to be sure |
| most importantly, it's great fun! | | | | the pole is safe to take both feet off the floor and |
| For those more interested in personal statistics, a | | | | do all the tricks you would be able to do on a good |
| good session on the pole can burn up to 400 calories | | | | quality fitness dance pole. |
| an hour, which is about two Mars Bars' worth. | | | | Take time to read fully about the product, you do |
| Experts agree that a by-product is much-improved | | | | not want to buy a novelty pole only to find you |
| muscle tone. | | | | have to buy again. |
| Have we tempted you now to look at purchasing | | | | As well as attending local classes, you can also |
| your very own exercise fitness pole? | | | | purchase a whole range of instructional pole dancing |
| There are several main types on the market for | | | | DVD's which will assist you to be able to use the pole |
| home use, a static pole, as in the pole does not | | | | properly and skilfully. The DVD's range from |
| move when in use, or a spinning pole, it does what it | | | | beginners, through to intermediate and on to |
| says it spins. The pole can either come in one length | | | | advanced and come from not just the UK but |
| custom made to fit your room or in several pieces | | | | Australia, Canada and US. These feature champion |
| which will require assembly. It can be made from | | | | pole dancers in their own right and include Fawnia |
| material ranging from stainless steel to brass, chrome | | | | Mondey, Pantera and Bobbi from Bobbi's Pole Studio. |
| plated and titanium plated. The pole can be fixed to | | | | If you really want to practice and improve your skills |
| the floor and ceiling so it is permanent or it can be | | | | on the pole we would recommend using a sports grip |
| easily removed with removal fixtures and fittings. | | | | such as Gorilla Gold. This is a towel that is |
| Types of pole include: | | | | impregnated with a solution of bees wax. It is natural, |
| Permanent Pole - this standard fitting pole can be cut | | | | non toxic and dissipates quickly. It allows you to get |
| to the specific measurement of your choice. The pole | | | | good grip by repelling moisture and sweat. |
| can then be attached to your ceiling (under a secure | | | | This accessory is ideal to get grip on your dance pole |
| ceiling joist or concrete ceiling) using matching flanges | | | | when you need it the most. Gorilla Gold is not just |
| (these are brackets which have proven to be the | | | | being used by golf, tennis, basketball players and |
| most suitable form of fixing for your permanent | | | | gymnasts, but also pole dancers. It is a superb |
| dance pole). These fixings are attached to the ceiling | | | | additional tool to use for best grip on your dance |
| joist with fixing screws. The pole is then kept in place | | | | pole. Ideal to be used by sports men and sports |
| with a grub screw within the bracket to prevent the | | | | women for the ultimate grip. |
| pole from moving during exercise. | | | | You can also choose a solution such as Surgrip, an |
| Semi-permanent Pole / removable pole - this | | | | anti-perspirant liquid grip solution designed for your |
| removable type of pole is very popular as it is so | | | | hands. Surgrip is designed to keep hands dry under |
| versatile. It can be supplied as a made to measure | | | | stress and heat. It is also ideal for use in many sports |
| one piece pole or as an adjustable height pole. These | | | | including golf, weight lifting, racket sports, baseball |
| are easily erected or removed. The height adjustable | | | | and the innovative art of pole dancing. |
| pole is perfect for using in different locations within | | | | If you are looking to learn new tricks or improve |
| your home or even ideal for travel. If you wish to | | | | your skills on a dance pole then using a grip towel or |
| move your pole it can be ordered to be delivered in | | | | liquid eliminates the need for messy chalk. The |
| several pieces which connect easily together. The | | | | product will not leave unsightly marks on your |
| pole is easily fitted against your ceiling by using | | | | clothing. Using Surgrip or Gorilla Gold will allow you to |
| tension, which can be as secure as having a | | | | gain extra grip when performing difficult moves. Use |
| permanent dance pole but without any permanent | | | | with your dance pole for hassle free dancing. |
| fixings. In addition, it will not leave damage caused by | | | | There are several poles available in the UK market |
| drilling holes. The tension is sometimes created by an | | | | but if you are looking for a sturdy, quality, low cost |
| adjustable foot which slots inside the bottom of your | | | | pole suitable for spins, inverts, climbs, as you would |
| pole and a ceiling plate which your pole slots into and | | | | be able to do in a gym or fitness dance club then we |
| lays flush against the ceiling. On other poles the | | | | would recommend the POLE DELIGHTS Exercise |
| tension is obtained by tightening a nut or screw, each | | | | Fitness Pole. |
| guided by the manufacturer's instructions. These are | | | | Pole Delights Poles are supplied to night clubs, pole |
| suitable for any permanent floor surface. To remove | | | | dance teachers and fitness centres. They are a |
| the pole, all you have to do is release the tension. A | | | | quality brand new pole that is safe to use. These are |
| travel bag can be purchased to carry portable poles. | | | | NOT novelty poles. They are professional poles for |
| Podium Pole - this differs from the other types of | | | | professional pole dancing. |
| pole as it does not fit from floor to ceiling. This | | | | We hope you are now equipped to be confident |
| particular dance poles comes complete with a podium | | | | enough to purchase your very own exercise fitness |
| style base in which the pole is normally fixed. This is a | | | | dance pole. Have fun, feel great, and get fit!! |