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From PoleFit® to Pleasers: A Guy’s Pole Dance Clothing Odyssey
There are two parts to this story. The first part is about dance wear. The second is about walking the walk. I showed up for my first pole dance lesson in running shorts. The fireman spin was no...
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Northern California Pole Presentational
On Saturday, August 23rd, 2014, the inaugural Northern California Pole Presentational was held in San Jose, CA. Featuring close to 70 dancers from the west coast, the event offered three levels of...
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Bling Your Bad Kitty Halloween Edition: Easy DIY No Sew Tutu
Halloween is fast approaching and I’ve been inspired to Bling My Bad Kitty by adding a tutu to it. If you’re not in the US or don’t really celebrate Halloween you could still wear this for a pole...
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Review Of The Amateur Pole Art Showcase
Maybe you have been taking pole classes for a while now and you finally feel like sharing your dance with the world outside of the classroom but you don’t want to compete. Or maybe you have always...
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To Perform or Not Perform?
The advert reads: “This Sunday we will be taking over The World Famous Cheetahs Hollywood for The Amateur Pole Art Showcase. We are not strippers. We are everyday women who love to pole dance. We are...
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Join “Carlos” in Supporting Movember
November is an important month for Bad Kitty® Brand Ambassador “Carlos” because it’s a time to raise awareness for prostate cancer prevention and men’s health. Carlos is partaking in “No Shave...
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A Night to Remember at Miss Pole Dance Australia 2015
On a balmy Saturday night on the 8th of November, the Australian pole community made their way to The Enmore Theatre in Sydney (Australia) for the annual Miss Pole Dance Australia competition. But...
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The Rise of Pole Comedy
Pole is a lot of things: sexy, fluid, smooth, strong, athletic, entertaining, fun…but funny? You bet. A new class of pole dancers has emerged: the comedians. Beginning in 2011 with Carlie Hunter’s...
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The Missouri Ballet Pole Dancer
The story of Alice in Wonderland has inspired more than one ballet choreographer. But Karen Mareck Grundy, the artistic director of the Missouri Contemporary Ballet Company added a special twist when...
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Amanda Rose: Bright Young Pole Thing
We decided to start off the new year by interviewing one of the freshest faces in pole: Amanda Rose. In case you have been living under a rock, Amanda Rose cleaned up several prestigious titles over...
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Getting The Most Out of a Private Lesson: Tips from the Pros
I will never forget my first private pole lesson. I was a beginner and had missed a few of my regular classes because I had been away on holidays. So to catch up I booked a one hour private with my...
View Article10 Dances That Changed the Pole Game
The world of pole dancing is ever evolving. It is full of new performers, surprises and passion. Over the years there have been many talented and amazing artists who have come forth in the community...
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Pole Show LA Review
Pole Show LA, Saturday, January 31st, 2015 First of all let me say (in case you didn’t already know it) Pole Show LA is one of the most anticipated pole events of the year. People expect it to be...
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The Physics of Pole Volume 1: Torque
Today’s topic is torque, nooooo…. Not TWERK. TORQUE. This is a word we have all heard and possibly used as it is somewhat related to rotational or twisting forces. Usually torque is described as the...
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Why Does It Have to be Public? – Reflections on making “Why I Dance”
Once upon a time in Los Angeles a small team of passionate dancers and creatives got together and attempted to capture on film “why we dance.” You can read about the genesis of the project on Amy...
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From a PPC Judge’s Mouth: Helpful Tips for Shining in a Competition
On Saturday, Feb 28, and Sunday, March 1st, 2015, PSO held the 2015 Pacific Pole Championships in Los Angeles, CA. I have attended PPC every year since I competed in the inaugural competition in 2012....
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2015 Pacific Pole Championships Recap
Over the weekend of February 28 and March 1, 2015, hundreds of aerial artists gathered at the Los Angeles Convention Center to compete in Pole Sport Organization’s 2015 Pacific Pole Championships...
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Power for Pole Competitors
When the words “power” and “empowerment” come up in the pole world, we don’t automatically think of pole competitions. In fact, many pole dancers contemplating entering pole comps probably feel...
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Scorecards in the Trap House: on Pole Dancers Judging Strippers
As I exited the stage at the strip club during a recent night of work, a group of female customers signaled me to their table. “You dance like a real dancer,” they gushed. Conspiratorially leaning...
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VerticaLove: The Canadian Pole Dance and Artistry Showcase
Jeni Janover It was a long, cold winter in Eastern Canada. But there was one place in the Great White North where things were hot and exciting. The 3rd Annual VerticaLove Canadian Pole Dance and...
View ArticleThree Floor Moves Everyone Should Know
What I really love about pole dance, when compared to other aerial art forms, is the abundance of floorwork in pole routines – especially floor moves that have origins in various other dance styles and...
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PSO’s 2015 US National Pole Championships: Event Recap
On Friday, August 14th and Saturday, August 15th, 2015, Pole Sport Organization crowned the new King and Queens of the US Pole Dance scene. Spanning a total of three days, PSO’s 2015 National...
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Pole Comedy: The What’s and How’s of Funny Business
What is pole comedy? Carlos for Bad Kitty Last year, Danielle wrote an article about the Rise of Pole Comedy. Citing pole stars like Carlie Hunter getting in on the act with her “Carlos” routine and...
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Simplifying Choreography
As pole competitions evolve we are seeing more emphasis being placed on artistry and the use of props. For many of us, choreographing a pole routine can be intimidating. But there are some simple ideas...
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Freestyle 101: Baby Steps to Building Your Freedance
Freestyle: some love it, some hate it. Everyone can benefit from it. Developing your freestyle practice can give you some incredible skills, from increased confidence in your movement to the ability to...
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Pole Expo 2015
Pole Expo just completed its 4th year and without a doubt this incredible event has grown to become the biggest affair in Pole Dance Fitness. Once a year pole dancers from all over the world come...
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How To Let Your Freak Flag Fly
I think we all have a freaky side in us. In this post I’m going to try and put some ideas out there that might help you embrace your freak, and bring it into your life and dance. When I was in high...
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California Pole Dance Championships
CPDC 2015 Champions The 7th Annual California Pole Dance Championships were held October 5th, 2015 at Circus Disco in West Hollywood. The competition is the brainchild of Anjel Dust and she has been...
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6 Types of Dance to Use in Your Pole Routine
So what do you do when you’re not throwing tricks on the pole? Many pole dancers find floorwork intimidating. Some polers simply don’t like dancing. Others don’t know how to do it. Going from one pole...
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Giving the Gift of Your Sexy
Photo credit: Kat Thomas, Workin’ The Tease. Ok. You want to spicy up your seasonal gifting with a private dance, but aren’t sure where to even start. Don’t worry! I’ve done some trial and error dances...
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Freestyle Movement, Part 1: Pole Speak
In the pole community we’re accustomed to separating into different groups that celebrate the fitness side of pole or celebrate the sexy side of pole. But recently, a new group has been gaining...
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Review: SEVEN by Kelly Yvonne
On Saturday, August 16th, the summer session of SEVEN wrapped up its run at Supperclub in Los Angeles, and Bad Kitty was on hand for the show! Seven is the newest venture from Kelly Yvonne, the mind...
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Bling Your Bad Kitty!
My last post was all about the amazing costumes at the Pole Divas Unleashed amateur competition. As promised, I’m going to show you how to DIY your own costumes using PoleFit matching sets, diamantes...
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2014 North American Pole Dance Championships and the Great Midwest Pole...
Erica Daisy Semi- Pro Division Unseasonably cool and dry weather greeted pole dancers attending the North American Pole Dance Championships and the Great Midwest Pole Convention. This year the event...
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Freestyle Movement, Part 2: Finding Your Freestyle
In our first installment of BK’s Freestyle Experience series, we spoke with Freestyle Maven Tracee Kafer about the creation of Pole Speak and the drive behind the freestyle movement. Here, we follow up...
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Review of Shhh… A Pole Dance Showcase
The name itself invokes curiosity. What is Shhh? It’s a new pole dance show case put on by Leigh Ann Reilly from Be Spun Pole Studio in Hollywood, CA. There were 2 showings of Shhh: One on Friday Sept...
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Pole Expo 2014: Very, Very Fun.
This September marked the third annual Pole Expo, which was organized by pole trailblazer Fawnia Dietrich and held at the Palms Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. From September 4th through 7th, 2014 the...
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Labor of Love: Tips for Creating Your Own Pole Venue
There are so many things in life that can quickly take your attention away from your passions. It’s easy to get into the rut of a daily grind and forget to get your daily grind on. Making time for...
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Danielle Romano Tells Her Truth about Pole, Art and Performance
On a sunny morning in Washington, D.C. I had the great pleasure of sitting down at a cafe with the remarkable Danielle Romano to find out a little bit more about what makes her do the amazing things...
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Swiss Pole Show: An Inside Look
Bad Kitty is proud to be a Gold Level Sponsor of the Swiss Pole Show this year! On October 25, 2014, pole fitness enthusiasts from around the world will come together in Zurich to participate in one of...
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2016 Pacific Pole Championships Recap
Pole Sport Organization (PSO) kicked off their first out of four regional competitions on March 12th and 13th at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Downtown LA. The 2016 Pacific Pole & Aerial...
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Men and Floorwork
I posted the following question on Facebook, “When someone says, ‘Floorwork’ who comes to mind, and what are they wearing?” I asked the question because I wanted to see if a male name would pop up....
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Pole Show L.A. Celebrates 10 years of BeSpun Studio
Leigh Ann Reilly owner of BeSpun studios and Pole Show L.A. founder On Saturday Jan 28, pole dancers flocked to Boulevard3 in Hollywood to attend the famed Pole Show L.A. The show is one of the...
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Trusting Your Pole Dance Partner With Your Body and Soul
What do you look for in a partner if you decide to try a pole duet? Typically, you might think of things like body type, musicality, gymnastic ability, personality, stage presence and a number of other...
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PinUp Pole Show Takes Us Back to the Good Ol’ Days
I might be biased, but to me pole shows are one of the most entertaining ways to spend your night. There’s so much excitement, athleticism, glittery costumes, hot bodies…. I mean what more could you...
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Pole Dancing Scientists Break Down Stereotypes
For non-poling human beings, it can be somewhat difficult to understand that pole can be a safe place in a person’s life. Moreover, society often demonizes female pole dancers as sex workers and...
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What Guys Look For When They Pick a Pole Studio
What features do men look for when they pick a pole studio? It’s a question I imagine some studio owners ask themselves. So, I decided to do a little research. What I found is that guys consider the...
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Chinese Pole vs. Pole Dancing
Chinese pole is dated all the way back to 221 BC. Evidence of this beautiful art can be found on mural paintings and brick carvings, according to the website Vision Times. The website also says this...
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Sunset Aerial Party in Hong Kong
Aerial Arts Academy (AAA), an aerial dance studio in Hong Kong, hosted an aerial showcase party in mid-August at CeLaVi in Lan Kwai Fong, Hong Kong. It was an eventful evening full of talents,...
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Circus Dream in Hong Kong
Hong Kong Circus, a non-profit organization, held a “Circus Dream” event at the end of August for 4 consecutive nights (Aug 29th to Sep 1st, 2017). It was a performance combining elements of aerial...
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