Aerobics and Fitness Daily

The pole dancing aerobics fitness craze appears to have started in the UK and has since spread around the world.

Aspiring participants have two choices when it comes to learning pole dancing. One is to join a local class. Many people prefer classes because it the instructor can help make certain that technique is correct and there is lots of positive encouragement from other participants, helping to ensure both a good time and a good workout. Even with the many numerous gyms and studios offering classes, sometimes it can be difficult to find classes near you. (Note: if you teach a pole dancing class, let us know - we’re putting together a directory and would be happy to include you.)

A lot of people would never dream of pole dancing in a public class setting but still want to give it a try. The good news is that there are plenty of companies out there that make books, videos and equipment that can help you turn your living room into a mini-pole dancing gym.

Pole Dancing Equipment and Video Guide

If you are thinking about setting up to try pole dancing at home, let our free Pole Dancing equipment guide be your first stop.

Platinum Stages

Platinum Stages sells a very well constructed pole and base unit which is easy to put together and doesn’t require bolting to the floor or ceiling. This is a big plus if you want to be able to pole dance without permanently affixing a pole in the middle of your living room.

There are a variety of options available, including different colored lighting and spinning poles. High quality merchandise and an easy to use site. (Platinum Stages also sells poles without a stage if you have convenient place to permanently affix a pole.)

S-Factor: Strip Workouts for Every Woman

Actress Sheila Kelley created S-Factor strip aerobics and pole dancing classes after being inspired by her role as a stipper in Dancing at the Blue Iguana, a gritty, unapologetic story about women who make their living as strippers.

Today, Sheila teaches the classes out of her large Los Angeles studio. The S-Factor is great fun and a great workout.

The book is very highly reviewed on Amazon.com.

All in all, this book was well worth the $15 I spent on it. I can’t stress how awesomely detailed each exercise is, with clear photos for each step. And for more advanced exercises, she offers a detailed beginner’s alternative until your muscles are ready for the advanced move. Score! Plus, the exercises are fun, sexy, and guaranteed to strengthen your muscles.

Usable with or without a pole.

Pole Dancing for Real Women - A Pole Lot of Fun

Fawnia, an experienced dancer and instructor brings us Pole Dancing for Real Women - A Pole Lot of Fun. …if you really want an excellent DVD to introduce you to Pole Dancing, this is the one. Fawnia, the producer, is an experienced dancer and instructor and she really knows the pole. My wife swears by this video and has recommended it to many of her friends.

Pole Katz: Step By Step Pole Dancing Tricks

An intermediate level instructional DVD. You will learn the following: Pole tips, safety, basic spins, intermediate and advanced spins, basic inverts, and advanced inverts. So, if you are a beginner, this DVD will offer some basic instruction, but will also offer you some more advanced moves to experiment with when you are feeling more confident on the pole. If you are an intermediate level pole dancer, this DVD is for you.

Urban Striptease Aerobics

Striptease aerobics doesn’t use a pole, but is designed to let you take it all off… the weight that is.

Tricia Murphy leads a fun cardiovascular workout that is a perfect change of pace that will charge up your exercise. The workout is easy to follow and classically trained Trisha created this workout for a mainstream audience.

The full workout is 53 minutes and there is a shorter 20 minute warm-up and work-out option if you are pressed for time.

Urban Striptease Aerobics