Once seen as a taboo pastime or career that very few women would admit to doing or being even interested in, Pole Dancing is now one of the hottest fitness trends ready to explode into the mainstream. As a Dance and Fitness Instructor for over 17 years I have sought out, studied and taught every different fitness trend imaginable, as every new trend brings a new section of women into fitness, and one of my main aims is to make fitness fun, enjoyable and motivational. Getting fit and in shape should never be boring or dull, its a lifelong journey that is exciting and inspirational and Fitness Pole Dancing ticks all those boxes!

Its easy to see why Pole Dancing is catching on. Its great for self-expression, relaxation and confidence building, as well as being able to perform well and feel good about yourself and can raise confidence and self-esteem. I have taught so many introverted, shy girls who, after only 1 lesson, have found inner confidence and beauty they thought they would never have. Fitness Pole Dancing is for women of all shapes and sizes and from all walks of life; it doesn't matter in the slightest what you weigh, what shape you are in, or how tall you are, Fitness Pole Dancing is for everyone.

A typical Fitness Pole Dancing lesson is really a combination of aerobic dance, strength training and flexibility all mixed into one session. After a thorough warm up and prestretch the lessons will include basic spinning moves, poses, dancing and finally putting the spins and choreography together to form a routine. Everyone leaves a Pole Dancing lesson wanting more, you find you start dreaming about Pole Dancing, it really is that addictive. But its not for the fainthearted. After an initial session, the whole body will ache and will be so stiff. As a Fitness Instructor I am used to feeling my muscles ache, but after my first lesson, I could hardly sit down or even hold up my hairdryer! But don't let that put you of!! Your body will soon get used to it and in no time you will be spinning upside down and climbing the pole.

The moves can be as simple as a basic spin, holding on to the pole with both hands, to something as complex as spinning round the pole upside down with one leg. You can take Pole Dancing in whatever direction you like, keep it simple or continually strive for new moves and combinations. Pole Dancing is not only a great cardio vascular exercise, but is also great for muscle building, body toning, flexibility, body posture and suppleness. As the moves become more complicated the body will be put in more demanding positions and some of these positions can mean supporting the whole of you body weight on one arm or leg. You can expect great increased muscle definition and toning all over, especially in the arms, thighs, buttocks and abs.