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Now that it's no longer taboo to want to learn to pole dance, many women (and men!) are discovering just how fun and challenging this sport can be. If you'd like to try pole dancing but have questions or aren't sure where or how to start, this page is for you.

Got Learn to Pole Dance Questions? Get Answers Here!

You might be wondering how in shape you need to be to get started. Or which method of learning might work best for you, especially if there's no studio in your area.

No matter what questions you might have, if you want to learn how to pole dance Your Pole Pal is here to bring you answers so you can get started with confidence.

The FAQs on this page have been asked by people just like you. Hopefully you'll find the answers you need, or the reassurance that YES, you can learn to pole dance too.

Let's get started...

Tap or click on the drop down arrow to the left of any question below to see more info and a link to a detailed response.

Six Ways You Can Learn To Pole Dance

While Your Pole Pal is working on adding all the Q&As to this page, here's some information that might be useful if you want to learn how to pole dance but don't know what your options are. Below are six different ways you can learn, whether or not you have a studio in your area. One of them is bound to be right for YOU!

1 - Online Lessons

Online lessons are convenient, private, affordable, and you can work at your own pace, reviewing as often as you like without having to pay extra.

But be careful...you can't expect to sit down and watch a bunch of random YouTube videos if your goal is to learn safely and correctly.

There's no doubt that YouTube videos are great fun to watch, but they're usually just for show. They rarely offer complete or proper instruction, and even those that do are often meant as promotional videos for a specific studio.

Because they're not part of a program or series of instructional videos that build on each other, you'll be left to put together your own program. And since you're probably new to pole dancing, it's going to be difficult to know what should come first and what skills you'll need to work on in order to make progress safely.

That's why Your Pole Pal recommends these high-quality online pole dancing lessons. Go ahead and use YouTube for inspiration and entertainment, but if you want to learn safely and effectively, one of these structured programs is probably a better option.

2 - Group Classes

Group classes are one of the most popular ways to learn to pole dance, for a whole lot of reasons. For starters, these lessons are much less expensive than private training sessions.

And being in a class with other students can be super inspiring. Plus, the group bonding can't be beat! You can find studios offering group classes in more and more cities, so there's probably one near you. To help you find a studio in your area, just visit the Worldwide Pole Dancing Directory.

You may also want to check out this page with more info about group pole dancing classes. You'll learn about the pros and cons of group classes, questions to ask before you sign up, and how to find studios or teachers near you.

3 - Books & Manuals

Manuals, books and e-books have many of the same advantages as learning from DVDs and videos (see below), but they also have a couple of unique benefits.

Though it may sound odd to learn to pole dance from a book, it can actually work quite well.

If you often find that classes, or even DVDs, move too fast for you, or if you just prefer to study pictures and read descriptions, learning from a book might be just the ticket for you!

Get the scoop on the latest books and manuals to help you learn to pole dance.

4 - Private Lessons

Private lessons are ideal if you're shy about learning in a group, or if you work shifts and can't get to class at the same time every week.

They're also perfect if you want to progress more quickly, or if you need extra help to master an advanced move or special trick that's giving you trouble.

Private lessons are more expensive than group classes, but since you're the only student you'll be able to learn a lot more in an hour than you would in a group class.

You can find out more about private lessons here, including where to find an instructor or a studio near you.

5 - Pole DVDs

Using a DVD or two (or three!) is another way to go, either as your primary learning method or as a supplement to group or private classes.

You'll need to have your own dance pole of course, but if there are no studios near you, using DVDs can be a good option if you want (or need) to learn to pole dance at home.

There are lots of great DVDs available today, so you may find these DVD reviews helpful in choosing the best ones for your needs. Or, check out Your Pole Pal's top pole dance DVD picks.

6 - Pole Parties

Although you'll just get a taste of what pole dancing all about, a pole dancing party can make for a really fun introduction to this sport. That's especially true if you're celebrating a special event like a birthday or a stagette party and the main goal is to have a good time.

Many studios offer parties both on-site and on location in your home or hotel. There are also a few companies that specialize only in doing parties.

If you think you might want to learn how to pole dance but you're not ready to commit to classes or buying your own home dance pole, attending a pole dancing party can give you a very good sense of whether or not pole dancing is for you.

Why not check out these FAQs about pole dancing parties for more info? You'll be glad you did!

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