Plus Size Pole Dancing FAQ

By Susan Peach

Got Plus Size Pole Dancing Questions? Get Answers Here!

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If you're a plus size woman who's looking for info on pole dancing, or you're wondering if this sport is even something you can do, this section is just for you. Welcome!

Your Pole Pal gets a lot of questions about pole dancing for fitness, and a number of them come from larger women wanting to know if they can - or even should - give it a try.

Some of these women even hinted they'd like to have their very own section on this website to explore pole dancing on their own terms. To which Your Pole Pal replied, "let's do it!"

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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.

I am currently 230lbs and I would love to learn how to pole dance but I believe I would feel more comfortable with other women my size. Where can I find classes like that in my area?

Your Pole Pal gets frequent inquiries from women looking for plus size pole dancing classes in their area. Help is on the way...let's get you on a pole with this guide to finding plus size pole dancing classes.

I'm 300 pounds. Which type of pole is best, and which brand can hold my weight?

Many plus size people who want to buy a dance pole for home use have real concerns around the safety of the different poles available, particularly in regards to weight limits. Get help finding YOUR best plus size pole.

I purchased a pole only to find out the maximum weight is 180 pounds. Is this the rule of thumb to all poles? Or is there a special plus size dance pole to accommodate a larger sized person?

Spoiler alert: there's no such thing as a plus size dance pole. But there are better quality poles with specific installation methods that can handle more weight. Learn which poles are best for plus size pole dancers and which to avoid.

More Plus Size Pole Fitness FAQs

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Your Pole Pal is working hard to pull together all the plus size pole dancing questions she's answered into one place. Until everything gets moved over to this page, you can find more plus size pole fitness FAQs here.

More Information for Plus Size Polers

Clothing Options for Plus Size Polers

Finding pole wear that's comfy and fits well can be a challenge if you're a larger woman. And that applies whether you're looking for sexy lingerie or workout wear.

This section will help you get outfitted for your sport, no matter what your own personal style is.

Click to see lots of clothing options for plus size women - from fitness wear to sexy wear!

Plus Size Pole Dancing Videos

Get inspired with this curated collection of videos featuring some downright incredible plus size pole dancers.

Emma Haslam and LuAyne Brown are just two of the news-makers and stereotype breakers in the world of plus size pole. Come see what they - and others - are up to.

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Susan Peach was an early pioneer in pole fitness and is now the voice behind Your Pole Pal, a long-running resource for the pole community. With more than 30 years of experience teaching pole, dance, and fitness, she helps newcomers navigate the world of pole with confidence.

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