FAQ

How do I install my home pole?

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What is the best type of pole to use?

There are many poles on the market, and the right pole for you comes down to individual preference. It is well known that compared to chrome, titanium and steel, brass poles have the best grip. The Grip-Pole is brass and soft enough to slide on.

What pole diameter should I choose?

Aurelian Sports 38mm Grip-Pole is the perfect diameter for the human hand. It has been designed in-line with ergonomic design principles as to which is the safest grip. It is perfect for ceilings around 2.5 meters, usually found in new apartments and buildings.
Although it is safe to use at higher ceilings you will experience more flex. The 38mm pole comes with extensions that will fit ceiling heights up to 3 metres.

What extensions does the 38mm and 45mm Aurelian Sports Grip-Pole come with?

It comes with 2 x 1 metre main poles, a 50cm, 25cm, 12.5cm extension, plus the adjuster rod can safely extend to 12.5cm. In total the Aurelian Sports Grip-Pole can extend to 3 metres in height.

Is pole fitness safe?

All exercise comes with a risk, but people tend to worry about the safety of pole sport when trusting the pole with all their weight. The safety of a pole lesson depends entirely on the instructor and the equipment used.
Ensure that your pole instructor has all the necessary qualifications and certificates, is insured and is fully first aid trained.
In most classes, especially for beginners there will only be a handful of people on the poles at once, meaning you will be fully supervised. Also check whether the make of pole used in the class is deemed safe and suitable by insurance companies.
If you are buying a pole for home use, make sure it has been safety tested in the same way as other gymnastic equipment.

Will I lose weight by going to a pole class?

Yes, pole fitness is a whole-body workout! If you are specifically looking to lose weight, we recommend you combine pole class with other cardiovascular exercise as part of your regime. Pole fitness will also tone you up everywhere and improve core strength and flexibility.

Will I get friction burn?

Yes, and probably plenty of bruises too – pole dancing is harder than it looks! It is a challenging discipline which does require hard work and occasionally some pain, like any other sport. However, friction burn- or pole burn as it’s called between pole athletes - can be easily soothed with after sun gel.

Can men pole dance too?

Of course! Pole sports is becoming much more widely recognised between other athletes and gymnasts and the general public, meaning men and women of all ages are taking up classes.

What should I wear in a pole dancing class?

You need to wear shorts above the knee to a pole class, as you are required to grip the pole with your legs. Wear anything else you feel comfortable in, including jogging bottoms over the shorts for the warm-up.