What to Wear, Expect, and Bring to Your First Pole Dance Class
Hello Beautiful Pole Dancers!
We are so excited for you to start you pole journey, and want to give you a brief history of modern pole dance so you know where all these tricks and flows come from.
What we are teaching and in our pole dance classes comes from strip clubs, so as a pole student, you need to be an ally to sex workers and educate yourself to the origins of our modern pole dance tricks.
First we have to understand our privilege as pole dance coaches and students and honor the roots of pole dancing through community education, especially bringing attention to the Black Strippers and sex workers who are erased most from its history.
Most of our community is made of people who are not in the sex work industry, so it is important to make pole dancers aware of the way they conduct themselves. It is never OK to cosplay strippers. Examples of this may be using a money gun during a performance, or a non-stripper offering a lap dance class.
Recognizing your privilege and confronting any whoreaphobia you may have allows you to use your position as a pole dancer to advocate and fight for others who are facing systemic challenges and oppression, like those in the sex worker industry.
Having a private pole dancing social media account is also a privilege. Some can hide from discrimination of others but sex workers face it constantly just trying to be themselves. There needs to be a future where sex workers can feel safe in all the spaces they exist.
Consider the terms you use when talking about sex workers, and know the difference between sex work and sex trafficking. Don’t make jokes about sex work and call out those who need to be educated.
Make sure you also listen. Follow Black, Disabled, Large Bodied, POC, Queer, & Trans Pole Dancers & Sex Workers on social media.
Give back to sex workers when you can, either through charities, visiting strip clubs and tipping generously, taking Classes from strippers (they have online classes too!). You can volunteer to help at strip club events, and if you have gently used shoes & stripper clothes you can donate them.
If you have any other ways we can be allies to sex workers, let us know!
We are so grateful you took the time out to learn a bit about the history of the amazing art you will be learning here at Pole in the Wall!
Where to Start?
Beginner pole dancers should start by taking our 60min Intro to Pole Class, or our 60min Intro & Level 1 Pole Class before trying other All Levels Classes like Hot Heels, Acro Chair, and Latin Flow.
After students progress through Level 1, our class times increase to 90min Pole Lab Sessions to help students incorporate private practice and freestyle.
If you’ve taken pole dancing classes before and are just new to our studio, email us to find the right classes for you!
What to Wear
Wear something comfy you can move in that makes you feel good and encourages your own personal expression.
For pole classes, we recommend shorts and tank tops or bathing suits, but if you are a beginner, capris and leggings are ok to start.
Layering your clothes is a good idea for class and we always encourage you to be yourself with your pole fashion!
Visit our Schedule and click on each class to view the descriptions to learn what you may need for each class, whether it’s heels, platforms, or knee pads.
What Not to Wear
Remember not to apply oil-based lotion to your skin 24 hours before class so you don’t slip down the pole!
Be sure to remove any jewelry or accessories from your body that may damage the poles or injure you during your practice.
Our Facilities
We have restrooms where you can change, and we have cubbies to safely store your belongings while you take class.
There is plenty of safe, well-lit parking in our lot, and our doors remain locked during class for safety.
Feel free to make yourself at home!
“I’m So Nervous!”
It's normal to be nervous when you try something new, but you will see as you grow stronger and take class, your confidence in yourself and your abilities will grow too.
Take a listen to our Pole on the Call Podcast episode to learn What to Expect from your First Pole Class
“I’m Not Strong”
Trust your own journey and move at your own pace, and the process will help you be the best you can be! Many of us come in without knowing our full potential. You’ll get stronger as you have fun in class!
First Time Class Pass!
Ready to take your first class at Pole in the Wall?
Here’s a special discounted pass to try us out:
More Help
More helpful Pole on the Call Podcast episodes:
• Different Styles & Levels of of Pole
• Hand Grips and Why We Use Them
• Building Self Confidence & Sharing Your Pole Journey
Still Have Questions?
Email us at thepoleinthewall@gmail.com and our Office Team will be happy to help!
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