The Start to My Experience
I have been attending Aerial Dance since January. I was so nervous to join a pole dance studio and I wasn’t sure which one would be the best fit for me personally. After doing some research, I came to find Aerial Dance. After looking over reviews and seeing the different classes they offered, I decided to go with them for my journey. Ever since day one, staff and instructors have been great and have helped me a lot through these few months. They have put down so many of my worries and most of which are on the first day of class. One thing I would recommend is that people take advantage of pole practice. That time was so helpful for me when I was still in beginner classes. The instructors were all helpful and took their time to help each of us when we were struggling with moves. This time was very helpful because it gave the instructor time to come to each of us and discuss things that weren’t working for us. On the opposite side, the instructors still applauded the things that we did well and were very enthusiastic about it, which helped feel at ease and more comfortable with the things I had accomplished. I can’t wait to go back and start classes again. Pole overall has helped me feel better about my body and has even helped me feel a bit more comfortable in my body. It helps that instructors are so nice and welcoming to everyone. It also is nice that there are a variety of bodies of people in the class as well as the instructors. I felt it was easy to relate to the bigger body instructors because they had similar struggles with certain moves as I did and they knew how to alter the move somewhat in order to complete it. I’m very happy and proud to be a part of this studio. I hope to continue to keep going to Aerial Dance and to keep climbing up the ranks of the classes. I enjoy being able to explore other classes with the Elite Membership. It has helped explore the things I’ve had interest in and has given me the opportunity to try new things. I hope that in the future I can continue the Elite membership and can continue to try the different classes that are offered at Aerial Dance. Start your journey with Aerial Dance! Great places to start include Intro to Pole and Intro to Aerial!
Perks of Pole
There are many benefits of pole dancing or other aerial apparatuses. I didn’t realize some of them until I started pole dancing. First of all, it can be a good stress reliever. I can be worn out from work, but when I get to the studio and start class, I have a renewed energy. It makes me feel good and I put all my frustration and stress into practicing moves or doing a spin. I’m not always able to do the moves, but just being there and trying helps. I feel better when I leave. Like I can face the world again. Another perk is that your body does begin to change. At first, you feel very sore and out of shape, but as time goes on your muscles adjust and strengthen. Personally I have noticed changes in my upper body and have begun to lose weight, too. You also become more toned and muscular. I’m excited to see how my body continues to change as I begin to execute more moves and spins. You also learn to dance and learn to be more graceful. I feel like compared to the first time I took a class to now, I’m able to dance more smoothly. I also feel like my balance has improved. I’m able to step or balance more easily. It can take a while to develop strength to do certain moves, but it is worth it when you see the changes. Lastly, your attitude towards pole dancing definitely changes. You think “wow, pole dancing can be fun, I thought only strippers did that.” When you start attending classes you definitely find out that it is for everyone and not just for certain body types. I loved the fact that you are not judged for your size or age. That everyone is accepted at the studio and can do just as good as someone else. It also looks easier than it is. It definitely takes a lot of strength and conditioning, which definitely benefits you in the long run. There are so many good things about pole dancing, I could never list them all. It might not be the right fit for everyone, but it is worth trying. Don’t let the thoughts of “I’m too heavy or old” get in the way of you doing something you enjoy. We should all be able to go after what makes us happy and helps us become our best selves. Come see what pole is all about! Aerial Dance offers Intro to Pole or sign up for a full beginner term!
