How and when did you start Pole Passion as a business?
I started to lay the foundations of Pole Passion in 2001 in the UK, there were only a handful of people exploring pole dance and pole fitness. It was soon after my third child was born. I started pole dancing as a hobby wanting to get fit again after the birth of my son, I was in search of something more exciting than the gym and more challenging than my normal routines of fitness. Pole Parties became popular in 2003 As my popularity grew so came Pole Fitness in 2006 Pole Fitness Instructor training was developed in 2008. Miss Pole Dance was created in 2005 and World Pole Sport & Fitness - World Pole Dance in 2009
What was the biggest challenge?
Changing public perception. I identified quite quickly with the right marketing, education and professionalism, pole fitness could be accepted by the masses by staying focused with so many ideas buzzing around – It was hard to keep focused and following through with one idea before moving on to the next. This new exercise and dance was addictive, challenging, exciting and for me pioneering it in the UK was so much fun
What do you feel the biggest success in this business?
Love and connection from so many people now around the world all sharing the same ideas and love, passion and enthused with the passion around the pole – I have made the biggest family I could ever wish for and providing a worlds stage was my biggest ambition – a platform where the performer would not be judged wrongly, where they would receive the credibility and recognition they deserve in a professional environment
Why it's so popular all around the World, what do you think?
Because pole, no matter how it is portrayed, fulfils so many desires and connects people in such a positive way
The love of challenge, variety and contribution
Growth and significance all positive human needs
Tell me the story of Pole Passion and World Pole dance?
It slowly happened over time encourage by my husband Steve as he saw my potential as a leader of like minded people
I was passionate to make a difference to peoples lives, I wasnt sure how i was going to do this but Steve saw my strength and leadership more than I ever did.
Pole Passion grew from a personal hobby encouraged by my close friends, from close friends, who told their friends, who told their friends I soon became well known. I got so busy I had to take on instructors to help with the demand for my lessons. I then became quite ill (cancer in fact) for me this was the turning point, not actually knowing if I would be alive in 6 months I decided to document all my teachings.
I started to name my moves and document my lesson plans. 18 months later I became well always striving for that next move, whilst actually being incredibly poorly – pole kept me alive and focused me in a positive manner
In 2005 I had created a national championships, Miss Pole Dance UK, for me this was about educating the masses and the champions were urging me to create the next level for them after a few years waiting, I decided to create the first World championships, not actually knowing who in the world would attend !! or even if I had the time to plan it - It was all a gamble but it paid off, the market was bigger than I really believed at the time
What does pole dancing mean in your life?
It has become my life
It's what I wake up for
It's what I fall asleep thinking about every night
The people I connect with and the places I visit all have a connection to the pole
I now can’t see a life without the pole
Who’s are the greatest and most prominent pole dancers in the World who did most for this business's popularity?
There are so many and each person who I have met along the way has each contributed to the growth of the industry in their own special way
From Sheila Kelly to Fawnia Dietritch, my two training inspirations in early 2000 to the pioneers in each country I have the privilege in teaching and sharing knowledge with
Pantera USA 2006,
Alma Pirner Budapest 2008,
Anastaisia Russia, 2009
Keem Martinez 2009 Mr Pole Fitness, France ,
Elena Shishkova Russia 2009,
Jeneyne Butterfly USA 2009,
Felix Cane Australia 2009,
Alesica Vazmitsel UK/ Belarus 2009, to more recent individuals of Nadia from Romania
All the contestant of the first world championships for sport and fitness dance and art to the present day competitors who are the continuing future of our industry
What's the difference between pole dance and pole fitness/pole sport?
For me there are very clear differences
In Pole Passion we all start with the pole fitness – this is a relatively new sport, and exercise programme, only being created in the UK in 2006 – as a series of moves, tricks, spins, poses and transitions, a workout on and around the pole, incorporating floor work, stretch, flexibility, core work outs, conditioning moves for fun and fitness – In Pole Passion we have also created a grading system whereby students and instructors can reach certain levels of expertise by the way of an assessment process
Pole Dance – is a series of set choreography moves, set to music to create a pole show enabling the performer to express themselves through movements on and around the pole, being free to tell their story
And finally comes the Pole Sport – a series of gymnastic, and athletic moves and set sequences including routines and combinations with a more ridged formulae to technique
What do you think pole dancing is so seductive for men?
I believe pole dancing is seductive for both men and women who appreciate the beautiful form of a woman’s and man’s body, demonstrating the athleticism and wonders of the human body can achieve, defying gravity creating shapes in such a mesmerising and super human way. For me pole dancing incorporates strength inside and out as it is much harder to achieve than it looks
my motto being empowerment confidence fitness & FUN!
How do you see pole dancing in the future?
I see the pole dancing spreading everywhere, from gym to gym to park to beach from village hall to the front room – pole dancing is an activity that has no boundaries or prejudices, discriminations to age, gender or physical ability
I have witnessed the blind and deaf, the young the old, the disabled and the ill move beautifully and creatively around the pole – for me there are no boundaries for the pole –– we have taken it to the highest mountain in the UK, we have taken the pole in the sea, we have taken it to beaches parks and roads - let’s not stifle the creativity and possibilities of pole
Do you think it's just a fashion, or it will last longer?
For me a fashion is something that only has a season or two – Pole has been around for me for 15 years therefore no this is not a fashion I believe we are still learning and developing the industry and there is so much more to come
Tell me more about the UK pole dancers, and people's opinion about?
Over the years the barriers are changing, initially 30 year old women, age bracket was only interested in pole then suddenly 5 years later the 20 years were interested, now all ages, young and old, men and women are interested. The media has helped, the facebook community has helped to educate the naïve – people opinions are changing for the positive and will continue to do so. The level of professionalism has increased and education has progressed and I believe we still have exciting times ahead
Kay Penney – Pole Passion Ltd | Miss Pole Dance UK | World Pole Sport & fitness Championships |
Pole Pioneer UK
Monday, 13 July 2015
Pole Passion Fitness, at Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Centre in Chichester August 2015
Pole Fitness, industry experts Pole Passion are all set to start their classes run by Karla McCarthy, advanced instructor, at Pole Passion Chichester starting classes in August 2015 at
Chichester Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Centre,
Karla's Qualifications:
Advanced level 3 Pole Passion qualified
First Aid Certified
Fully insured
Apprentice Kelly's Qualifications:
Working towards Foundation Instructor training
No of poles:
4 x RPoles Portable Free Standing Pole
Suitable: Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced
All levels of fitness - beginners welcome to join any time.
Cost: £12.50 per lesson. First lesson is £10.
Block booking: 4 classes for £40 (equivalent to £10 per class)
Register: To register your interest please text 07900 582 582 or
email karla.mccarthy@passion-fitness. com
What To Wear: Shorts or leggings, T shirt or vest top, trainers or bare feet.
Avoid wearing jewellery, moisturisers or oils on the skin.
Where and when:
Thursday 8pm - 9pm Mixed ability
Friday 8pm - 9pm Mixed ability
Sunday 3pm - 4pm Mixed ability
Venue Address
Chichester Fitness and Wellbeing Gym,
Chichester Gate, (Off Stockbridge Road),
Chichester,
PO19 8EL
for more details or other classes please visit www.polepassion.com
Chichester Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Centre,
Karla's Qualifications:
Advanced level 3 Pole Passion qualified
First Aid Certified
Fully insured
Apprentice Kelly's Qualifications:
Working towards Foundation Instructor training
No of poles:
4 x RPoles Portable Free Standing Pole
Suitable: Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced
All levels of fitness - beginners welcome to join any time.
Cost: £12.50 per lesson. First lesson is £10.
Block booking: 4 classes for £40 (equivalent to £10 per class)
Register: To register your interest please text 07900 582 582 or
email karla.mccarthy@passion-fitness. com
What To Wear: Shorts or leggings, T shirt or vest top, trainers or bare feet.
Avoid wearing jewellery, moisturisers or oils on the skin.
Where and when:
Thursday 8pm - 9pm Mixed ability
Friday 8pm - 9pm Mixed ability
Sunday 3pm - 4pm Mixed ability
Venue Address
Chichester Fitness and Wellbeing Gym,
Chichester Gate, (Off Stockbridge Road),
Chichester,
PO19 8EL
for more details or other classes please visit www.polepassion.com
Pole Passion Personal Development Business Plans for Pole Fitness
We understand that to be A successful POLE INSTRUCTOR is not as simple as just attending a training course as it’s only those who are committed and put the effort in, are the ones to get the results of a successful and thriving business
Outlined below are the areas Pole Passion can further support you:
1-2-1 Coaching
• Creating a Personal Development Plan bespoke for you
• Providing supervision and feedback whilst you teach a class. We will support you with 'what if' scenarios which will further prepare you for teaching
• 12 x 30 minute 1-2-1 mentoring sessions consisting either face to face or Skype to assist your growth and keep you focused. Included in the coaching will be homework, study / research and goal setting will be set.
Fast Track Training Including 1-2-1 Coaching
• Personal 1-2-1 or Small Group Instructor Training.
• Includes Foundation and Advanced Instructor Training Courses.
• Teach a Class under supervision for feedback to cover 'what if' scenarios to prepare you for teaching
Items Covered
• Vision for your business
• Proposed income and expenditure
• KPI’s – knowing your numbers!
• Advice on taking on an apprentice to support you
• Choosing a venue
• Advertising your venue
• Do’s and don’ts
• Pole Equipment - what’s right for you and your students
• Music licensing
• Adequate Insurance
• Health & Safety
• Risk Assessment
• Code Of Pole Practice – professionalism
• Continual Professional Development – ongoing development and opportunities
• Exploring methods specific to pole fitness and burlesque classes
• Class structure and lesson planning
• Be prepared for all eventualities
• Continual Motivation
• Support for you and your students
BENEFITS:
• Agree a clear objective for you and your business.
• Strategy and Personal Development
• Defining a plan for support and development
• Improve self-confidence
• Improve problem-solving skills
• Professional ongoing support and development
Pole Passion even offer a low cost license to support you if you want to work under our name and Brand, but this isn't compulsory. You must also attend our Accredited Pole Instructor Training group courses in person (see our diary page for dates) or we can arrange Private VIP training on a 1-2-1 or small group basis.
ADDITIONALLY POLE PASSION LICENSEES BENEFIT FROM
• CPD (continual learning & development) run every month.
• Strategy and Personal Development
• Personal Development Plan bespoke for you
• Ideally you will attain REP's (register of exercise professionals) Accreditation OR
• As a minimum, complete our course on Anatomy & Physiology (equivalent to 6 REP points)
• Teach a Class under supervision for feedback to cover many 'what if' scenarios to prepare you for teaching on your own.
To speak to someone about mentoring and how it can help you succeed, please contact us using either of the following methods:
Email: theteam @passion-fitness.com, or
Tel: 01293 888200 - Monday to Friday
COURSES & COSTS
Foundation Pole Teacher Training - £399.00
Advanced Pole Teacher Training - £399.00
First Aid Pole Sport Specific - valid for 3 years - £90.00 (offered annually)
Burlesque teacher training ONE day for fitness - £160.00
Burlesque Teacher Training THREE DAY TRAINING - £599.00
(for Parties / workshops / lessons / performances)
1-2-1 Coaching consisting 12 x 30 minute coaching sessions via Skype - £1,500.00*
*Discounted to £1,200.00 if taken with 2 or more of our courses.
Note: 1-2-1 Coaching is only effective for individuals and not suitable for groups
Included in the coaching will be homework, study / research and goal setting will be set.
Small Group Training Including 1-2-1 Coaching - £4,500.00* (£5,052.00 Value! SAVE £552.00!)
Ideal for small teams of dedicated instructors - Includes
Foundation Pole Teacher Training - £399.00 for up to 4 people
Advanced Pole Teacher Training - £399.00 for up to 4 people
First Aid Pole Sport Specific - valid for 3 years - £90.00 (offered annually) for up to 4 people
1-2-1 Coaching consisting 12 x 30 minute coaching sessions via Skype - £1,500.00
Note:
All training is assumed at our UK venue and on set diary dates - click here for dates available
All training and coaching MUST be taken within 12 months
1-2-1 Coaching is only effective for individuals and not suitable for groups
FAST TRACK TRAINING Including 1-2-1 Coaching - £6000.00* (£6,828.00 Value! SAVE £828.00)
Ideal for small teams of dedicated instructors - Includes
Foundation Pole Teacher Training - £399.00 for up to 6 people
Advanced Pole Teacher Training - £399.00 for up to 6 people
First Aid Pole Sport Specific - valid for 3 years - £90.00 (offered annually) for up to 6 people
1-2-1 Coaching consisting 12 x 30 minute coaching sessions via Skype - £1,500.00
Note:
All training is assumed at our UK venue and dates to suit you - This is bespoke personalised training for you!
All training and coaching MUST be taken within 12 months
First Aid training is only available on set diary dates at our chosen venue
Training at your UK studio is extra 15% to cover travel / accommodation for assessors and trainers with extra student places added at £460per person per course up to a max 12 students with min 1 pole per 4 students and venue / studio time supplied free of charge to us.
1-2-1 Coaching is only effective for individuals and not suitable for groups
Prices subject to change - correct as of August 2015 until August 2016
Outlined below are the areas Pole Passion can further support you:
1-2-1 Coaching
• Creating a Personal Development Plan bespoke for you
• Providing supervision and feedback whilst you teach a class. We will support you with 'what if' scenarios which will further prepare you for teaching
• 12 x 30 minute 1-2-1 mentoring sessions consisting either face to face or Skype to assist your growth and keep you focused. Included in the coaching will be homework, study / research and goal setting will be set.
Fast Track Training Including 1-2-1 Coaching
• Personal 1-2-1 or Small Group Instructor Training.
• Includes Foundation and Advanced Instructor Training Courses.
• Teach a Class under supervision for feedback to cover 'what if' scenarios to prepare you for teaching
Items Covered
• Vision for your business
• Proposed income and expenditure
• KPI’s – knowing your numbers!
• Advice on taking on an apprentice to support you
• Choosing a venue
• Advertising your venue
• Do’s and don’ts
• Pole Equipment - what’s right for you and your students
• Music licensing
• Adequate Insurance
• Health & Safety
• Risk Assessment
• Code Of Pole Practice – professionalism
• Continual Professional Development – ongoing development and opportunities
• Exploring methods specific to pole fitness and burlesque classes
• Class structure and lesson planning
• Be prepared for all eventualities
• Continual Motivation
• Support for you and your students
BENEFITS:
• Agree a clear objective for you and your business.
• Strategy and Personal Development
• Defining a plan for support and development
• Improve self-confidence
• Improve problem-solving skills
• Professional ongoing support and development
Pole Passion even offer a low cost license to support you if you want to work under our name and Brand, but this isn't compulsory. You must also attend our Accredited Pole Instructor Training group courses in person (see our diary page for dates) or we can arrange Private VIP training on a 1-2-1 or small group basis.
ADDITIONALLY POLE PASSION LICENSEES BENEFIT FROM
• CPD (continual learning & development) run every month.
• Strategy and Personal Development
• Personal Development Plan bespoke for you
• Ideally you will attain REP's (register of exercise professionals) Accreditation OR
• As a minimum, complete our course on Anatomy & Physiology (equivalent to 6 REP points)
• Teach a Class under supervision for feedback to cover many 'what if' scenarios to prepare you for teaching on your own.
To speak to someone about mentoring and how it can help you succeed, please contact us using either of the following methods:
Email: theteam @passion-fitness.com, or
Tel: 01293 888200 - Monday to Friday
COURSES & COSTS
Foundation Pole Teacher Training - £399.00
Advanced Pole Teacher Training - £399.00
First Aid Pole Sport Specific - valid for 3 years - £90.00 (offered annually)
Burlesque teacher training ONE day for fitness - £160.00
Burlesque Teacher Training THREE DAY TRAINING - £599.00
(for Parties / workshops / lessons / performances)
1-2-1 Coaching consisting 12 x 30 minute coaching sessions via Skype - £1,500.00*
*Discounted to £1,200.00 if taken with 2 or more of our courses.
Note: 1-2-1 Coaching is only effective for individuals and not suitable for groups
Included in the coaching will be homework, study / research and goal setting will be set.
Small Group Training Including 1-2-1 Coaching - £4,500.00* (£5,052.00 Value! SAVE £552.00!)
Ideal for small teams of dedicated instructors - Includes
Foundation Pole Teacher Training - £399.00 for up to 4 people
Advanced Pole Teacher Training - £399.00 for up to 4 people
First Aid Pole Sport Specific - valid for 3 years - £90.00 (offered annually) for up to 4 people
1-2-1 Coaching consisting 12 x 30 minute coaching sessions via Skype - £1,500.00
Note:
All training is assumed at our UK venue and on set diary dates - click here for dates available
All training and coaching MUST be taken within 12 months
1-2-1 Coaching is only effective for individuals and not suitable for groups
FAST TRACK TRAINING Including 1-2-1 Coaching - £6000.00* (£6,828.00 Value! SAVE £828.00)
Ideal for small teams of dedicated instructors - Includes
Foundation Pole Teacher Training - £399.00 for up to 6 people
Advanced Pole Teacher Training - £399.00 for up to 6 people
First Aid Pole Sport Specific - valid for 3 years - £90.00 (offered annually) for up to 6 people
1-2-1 Coaching consisting 12 x 30 minute coaching sessions via Skype - £1,500.00
Note:
All training is assumed at our UK venue and dates to suit you - This is bespoke personalised training for you!
All training and coaching MUST be taken within 12 months
First Aid training is only available on set diary dates at our chosen venue
Training at your UK studio is extra 15% to cover travel / accommodation for assessors and trainers with extra student places added at £460per person per course up to a max 12 students with min 1 pole per 4 students and venue / studio time supplied free of charge to us.
1-2-1 Coaching is only effective for individuals and not suitable for groups
Prices subject to change - correct as of August 2015 until August 2016
Tuesday, 7 July 2015
Pole Dancer, Pole Dance, Pole Fitness, Pole Sport - what's the difference?
So I asked a few people in the Pole Industry
What is the difference to you, between Pole Fitness, Pole Dance & Pole Sport
BECKY MacPherson – PolePassion Oxted
Pole Fitness- I see pole fitness as a series of spins, tricks and transitions on and around the pole to build strength, co-ordination, flexibility and balance.
Pole Dance - Pole dance to me is about linking all the moves fluidly in a routine, incorporating more poses and floor work and done to music. Pole dance can be done to any type off music and incorporate other styles of dance, Pole dance is very individual and a great way of expressing your emotions.
Pole Sport - I've never really thought what pole sport means to me. I'd say it's more the competitive side of pole, individuals train to compete rather than as a hobby/fitness.
KARLA McCarthy – Pole Passion Chichester
For me pole dance is more about the artistry of pole. Dance styles around the pole maybe incorporating more flow than tricks.
Pole fitness is about learning something more gymnastic based and pole sport is the competitive edge of pole.
People who compete for titles do pole sport for example. However, I do consider pole fitness a sport too just not done at a competitive level.
It is accessible to all.
LUIS John – Pole Passion Brighton
I believe the difference between pole sport, pole dancing and pole fitness is the way in which I may relay my interest to another person to buffer for any stigmatism that may unfortunately still be attached to everything pole.
Of course, pole is becoming a lot more widely accepted now thanks to the likes of strong individuals setting pace and media platforms showcasing their amazing talents. But, we all still carry some hesitant back foot, get out of jail card excuse when someone asks why pole?!
Yes, to get fit, to increase self confidence and well being and of course for the fun factor!
I do it because I can! Being a young heterosexual male I wouldn't describe my interest as pole dancing but pole fitness because I don't appreciate the remarks I get when ill-educated people, jump on the same stereotypical train that's been doing it's rounds for years and will continuously do so for many more.
A recent picture seen on one of my social media sites sparked a colleague of mine to make a remark not so long ago.
This colleague is a gym going, masculine man carrying out a job which requires him to be intimidating and forceful, which he does very well. When referring to a recent picture of mine in a shoulder mount he asks questions along the lines of... "Are you gay?" "Isn't that for girls?" "Why would you?"...
I simply answered
"because I CAN"
Who cares what sexuality you are?!
What you do for a living?!
Who cares what anyone else thinks?!
Pole doesn't!
Nadia – Romania
For me pole fitness must come first – learning the tricks and moves then must follow the dance
Pole Dance a set of moves tricks spins all set to music to create a performance then if the student wishes they can then compete in the pole sport
For me the pole dance is more artistic and a way to express yourself and tell your story with the help of the music.
Pole Fitness – moves, tricks, spins, transitions, poses incorporating floor work stretch flexibility coordination balance poise grace beauty, confidence empowerment fitness and fun
Pole Dance is all the above incorporating cardio vascular and aerobic sequences, set to music to create a choreographed well-rehearsed routine and is usually done in front of an audience
Pole Sport –is a competitive genre of pole dance, usually with strict rules and regulations attached to it. Pole sport can be demonstrated in many ways depending on the rules of the event
Pole Dance, Fitness and Sport all originated from the exotic dancers of gentleman’s clubs as many of the pioneers around the world originated from their adapting and transforming the new moves of today.
First came the Pole Dance (Pole Passion 2001), then the pole fitness (Pole Passion 2006 REP’s Accredited Instructor Training ) then the pole sport (World Pole Sport & Fitness 2009)
UK Pole Pioneers since 2001
Founder Kay Penney
www.polepassion.com
www.misspoledance-uk.com
www.worldpoledance.com
What is the difference to you, between Pole Fitness, Pole Dance & Pole Sport
BECKY MacPherson – PolePassion Oxted
Pole Fitness- I see pole fitness as a series of spins, tricks and transitions on and around the pole to build strength, co-ordination, flexibility and balance.
Pole Dance - Pole dance to me is about linking all the moves fluidly in a routine, incorporating more poses and floor work and done to music. Pole dance can be done to any type off music and incorporate other styles of dance, Pole dance is very individual and a great way of expressing your emotions.
Pole Sport - I've never really thought what pole sport means to me. I'd say it's more the competitive side of pole, individuals train to compete rather than as a hobby/fitness.
KARLA McCarthy – Pole Passion Chichester
For me pole dance is more about the artistry of pole. Dance styles around the pole maybe incorporating more flow than tricks.
Pole fitness is about learning something more gymnastic based and pole sport is the competitive edge of pole.
People who compete for titles do pole sport for example. However, I do consider pole fitness a sport too just not done at a competitive level.
It is accessible to all.
LUIS John – Pole Passion Brighton
I believe the difference between pole sport, pole dancing and pole fitness is the way in which I may relay my interest to another person to buffer for any stigmatism that may unfortunately still be attached to everything pole.
Of course, pole is becoming a lot more widely accepted now thanks to the likes of strong individuals setting pace and media platforms showcasing their amazing talents. But, we all still carry some hesitant back foot, get out of jail card excuse when someone asks why pole?!
Yes, to get fit, to increase self confidence and well being and of course for the fun factor!
I do it because I can! Being a young heterosexual male I wouldn't describe my interest as pole dancing but pole fitness because I don't appreciate the remarks I get when ill-educated people, jump on the same stereotypical train that's been doing it's rounds for years and will continuously do so for many more.
A recent picture seen on one of my social media sites sparked a colleague of mine to make a remark not so long ago.
This colleague is a gym going, masculine man carrying out a job which requires him to be intimidating and forceful, which he does very well. When referring to a recent picture of mine in a shoulder mount he asks questions along the lines of... "Are you gay?" "Isn't that for girls?" "Why would you?"...
I simply answered
"because I CAN"
Who cares what sexuality you are?!
What you do for a living?!
Who cares what anyone else thinks?!
Pole doesn't!
Nadia – Romania
For me pole fitness must come first – learning the tricks and moves then must follow the dance
Pole Dance a set of moves tricks spins all set to music to create a performance then if the student wishes they can then compete in the pole sport
For me the pole dance is more artistic and a way to express yourself and tell your story with the help of the music.
Pole Fitness – moves, tricks, spins, transitions, poses incorporating floor work stretch flexibility coordination balance poise grace beauty, confidence empowerment fitness and fun
Pole Dance is all the above incorporating cardio vascular and aerobic sequences, set to music to create a choreographed well-rehearsed routine and is usually done in front of an audience
Pole Sport –is a competitive genre of pole dance, usually with strict rules and regulations attached to it. Pole sport can be demonstrated in many ways depending on the rules of the event
Pole Dance, Fitness and Sport all originated from the exotic dancers of gentleman’s clubs as many of the pioneers around the world originated from their adapting and transforming the new moves of today.
First came the Pole Dance (Pole Passion 2001), then the pole fitness (Pole Passion 2006 REP’s Accredited Instructor Training ) then the pole sport (World Pole Sport & Fitness 2009)
UK Pole Pioneers since 2001
Founder Kay Penney
www.polepassion.com
www.misspoledance-uk.com
www.worldpoledance.com
Why would you recommend the challenge of pole sport fitness and dance to everyone ?
Kay Penney Founder Pole Passion | Miss Pole Dance UK | World Pole Dance
- For me pole sport and fitness incorporates many positive elements, mentally and physically, to support the demands of physical progressive training, to maintain and progress physical fitness in a fun and empowering way
Pole also has a massive, positive social element to it also, creating a supportive environment for many to reach, maintain and progress physical training despite different backgrounds, religious cultures and beliefs. You can structure pole in so many ways to support all who wish to do it and make it as physically demanding as you wish.
It helps build confidence too, which you can incorporate in to all other areas of your life too
Karen Davis Pole Passion Banstead
- There are many levels to Pole which is what makes it suitable for everyone regardless of age, body shape and fitness level. Pole is hard but the sense of achievement you get from mastering a new move makes you feel amazing, whether it's just sitting on the pole or a crazy inverted master piece.
Start at the bottom and work your way through, there is so much to learn and the limits are endless.
www.polepassion.com
- For me pole sport and fitness incorporates many positive elements, mentally and physically, to support the demands of physical progressive training, to maintain and progress physical fitness in a fun and empowering way
Pole also has a massive, positive social element to it also, creating a supportive environment for many to reach, maintain and progress physical training despite different backgrounds, religious cultures and beliefs. You can structure pole in so many ways to support all who wish to do it and make it as physically demanding as you wish.
It helps build confidence too, which you can incorporate in to all other areas of your life too
Karen Davis Pole Passion Banstead
- There are many levels to Pole which is what makes it suitable for everyone regardless of age, body shape and fitness level. Pole is hard but the sense of achievement you get from mastering a new move makes you feel amazing, whether it's just sitting on the pole or a crazy inverted master piece.
Start at the bottom and work your way through, there is so much to learn and the limits are endless.
www.polepassion.com
Qualities of a National Judge - Miss Pole Dance UK | World Pole Dance Sport & Fitness 2015
Organisers and competitors require competent & loyal judges
So what makes a good pole competition judge?
• Integrity – honest, upright and committed to the positive image and rules of Pole Dance and Fitness
• Professional competence
• Ethical to fellow workers, audiences, contestants and sponsors
• A sound understanding of health & safety on and around the Pole
• Abiding by the Code of Pole Practice 2008
• Keen intellect
• Extensive pole knowledge
• Fair and constructive
• Clear & quick analyser & thinker
• Concise & clear writer
• Impartial
• Trustworthy
• Accountable
• Good understanding of English (written and spoken)
• Judicial temperament
• Decisive
• Respectful – including all social media ( no swearing)
• Composed
• Strong communicator
• 100% reliable
• Committed
• Team player
• Experience
• Strong record of professional sport, fitness, dance & pole excellence
• Knowledgeable and educated about Pole techniques and or choreography and or performing
• An Understanding of the pressures, mentally & physically of the competitors when performing & competing
• Health and fitness back ground and a good understanding of the bio mechanics of the body around the pole and floor work
• Service
• Commitment to the pole community of none less than 2 years
• Passionate about promoting & representing pole competitions and the pole industry, how so ever represented in a positive and professional manner at all times
• One who takes the position seriously and researches the competition rules they are representing
• Understanding the sacrifices of the contestant will make financially, professionally and personally
• Well respected by their peers and in their pole dance community
• It is inappropriate to comment on any issue which may be considered personal or political
Apply now if you would like to be considered as a National Miss Pole Dance UK judge
Email us on - events@passion-fitness.com
www.worldpoledance.com
www.misspoledance-uk.com
So what makes a good pole competition judge?
• Integrity – honest, upright and committed to the positive image and rules of Pole Dance and Fitness
• Professional competence
• Ethical to fellow workers, audiences, contestants and sponsors
• A sound understanding of health & safety on and around the Pole
• Abiding by the Code of Pole Practice 2008
• Keen intellect
• Extensive pole knowledge
• Fair and constructive
• Clear & quick analyser & thinker
• Concise & clear writer
• Impartial
• Trustworthy
• Accountable
• Good understanding of English (written and spoken)
• Judicial temperament
• Decisive
• Respectful – including all social media ( no swearing)
• Composed
• Strong communicator
• 100% reliable
• Committed
• Team player
• Experience
• Strong record of professional sport, fitness, dance & pole excellence
• Knowledgeable and educated about Pole techniques and or choreography and or performing
• An Understanding of the pressures, mentally & physically of the competitors when performing & competing
• Health and fitness back ground and a good understanding of the bio mechanics of the body around the pole and floor work
• Service
• Commitment to the pole community of none less than 2 years
• Passionate about promoting & representing pole competitions and the pole industry, how so ever represented in a positive and professional manner at all times
• One who takes the position seriously and researches the competition rules they are representing
• Understanding the sacrifices of the contestant will make financially, professionally and personally
• Well respected by their peers and in their pole dance community
• It is inappropriate to comment on any issue which may be considered personal or political
Apply now if you would like to be considered as a National Miss Pole Dance UK judge
Email us on - events@passion-fitness.com
www.worldpoledance.com
www.misspoledance-uk.com
Mimi the 10 year old pole dancer stuns the crowd at Miss Pole Dance UK Amateurs & Semi professional championships
10 year old Mimi, performed her gymnastic routine on and around two vertical bars to wow the crowd once again.
Pole Dancing Mimi yet again stunned the adult audience of men and women at the recent Miss Pole Dance UK amateur and Semi professional championships in Felbridge East Grinstead, during her 3 and a half minute performance
Mini and her mum, joined by Mimi's brother and father, performed in front of an appreciative audience on 28th June 2015. She combined her flips, tumbles, back bends and cartwheels on and around the poles to her chosen piece of music. One day Mimi would like to be considered for the pole olympics, who knows she could be the next youth World Champion too
www.worldpoledance.com
www.misspoledance-uk.com
Pole Dancing Mimi yet again stunned the adult audience of men and women at the recent Miss Pole Dance UK amateur and Semi professional championships in Felbridge East Grinstead, during her 3 and a half minute performance
Mini and her mum, joined by Mimi's brother and father, performed in front of an appreciative audience on 28th June 2015. She combined her flips, tumbles, back bends and cartwheels on and around the poles to her chosen piece of music. One day Mimi would like to be considered for the pole olympics, who knows she could be the next youth World Champion too
www.worldpoledance.com
www.misspoledance-uk.com
Email: events@passion-fitness.com
Pole Beat Battle winner Rose-A-Lisa 2015- 'Thank you for changing my life'.
Pole Beat Battle winner Rose-A-Lisa 2015
Rose-a-Lisa from Chester
'Thank you for changing my life'
Wow, still can't believe it! I know this was only a fun competition but to me it was so much more.
When my brother left us in 2012 mine and my family's world was torn apart. I lost my confidence, my belief in the world, the universe and in everything I'd ever known & thought. I didn't let myself grieve because I couldn't handle facing the truth so I pushed myself in my work, opened the studio & entered competitions to keep my mind busy.
Over these last couple of years I have been in a dark place & struggled so much mentally, I was so scared of everything and so vulnerable, I didn't recognise myself and didn't like myself very much.
Last year on stage at Miss Pole Dance UK Professional Female Singles it all went wrong & I had an emotional breakdown, yep right on stage in front of 700-800 people including all the UK Polers I admire and respect.
Everything went wrong on that stage, I remember looking out to the audience thinking I didn't deserve to be on that stage, I wasn't good enough and everyone in that room knew it too. It was such a hard experience and knocked my confidence even lower but it made me realise I couldn't carry on and needed professional help.
I've been having counselling since January and it has massively helped. I'm starting to discover who I am and I have a place to talk about my brother and how fucked up I am because he's not here any more.
So I entered Pole Beat to try and get some of my confidence back and to see if I actually loved performing like I used to or to see if it was time to give it up and find something else.
I absolutely loved being on the stage, thank you so much to everyone in the audience/backstage/competitors who cheered for me, you all have no idea how much you have helped me, it was the greatest feeling ever to have people believe in me.
Thank you so much to the judges Kay, Stacey, Annie & Laura, your smiles were so encouraging. To Kay for being such an incredible Lady and creating so many amazing events and incredible opportunities for pole people.
Most of all thank you to all my amazing friends, family & pole instructors for never asking questions, who've listened to me & held my hand when I've cried. And a huge thanks to our wonderful dancers who have stuck by me and helped the business to grow in to the amazing little family it is.
I know I've not won the worlds or an oscar 😂 and I still have a lot of work to do on myself but I've won hope. Life will never be the same without my dear brother but I'm starting to feel hopeful for the future
http://www.misspoledance-uk.com/pole-beat-battle-2015.html
Rose-a-Lisa from Chester
'Thank you for changing my life'
Wow, still can't believe it! I know this was only a fun competition but to me it was so much more.
When my brother left us in 2012 mine and my family's world was torn apart. I lost my confidence, my belief in the world, the universe and in everything I'd ever known & thought. I didn't let myself grieve because I couldn't handle facing the truth so I pushed myself in my work, opened the studio & entered competitions to keep my mind busy.
Over these last couple of years I have been in a dark place & struggled so much mentally, I was so scared of everything and so vulnerable, I didn't recognise myself and didn't like myself very much.
Last year on stage at Miss Pole Dance UK Professional Female Singles it all went wrong & I had an emotional breakdown, yep right on stage in front of 700-800 people including all the UK Polers I admire and respect.
Everything went wrong on that stage, I remember looking out to the audience thinking I didn't deserve to be on that stage, I wasn't good enough and everyone in that room knew it too. It was such a hard experience and knocked my confidence even lower but it made me realise I couldn't carry on and needed professional help.
I've been having counselling since January and it has massively helped. I'm starting to discover who I am and I have a place to talk about my brother and how fucked up I am because he's not here any more.
So I entered Pole Beat to try and get some of my confidence back and to see if I actually loved performing like I used to or to see if it was time to give it up and find something else.
I absolutely loved being on the stage, thank you so much to everyone in the audience/backstage/competitors who cheered for me, you all have no idea how much you have helped me, it was the greatest feeling ever to have people believe in me.
Thank you so much to the judges Kay, Stacey, Annie & Laura, your smiles were so encouraging. To Kay for being such an incredible Lady and creating so many amazing events and incredible opportunities for pole people.
Most of all thank you to all my amazing friends, family & pole instructors for never asking questions, who've listened to me & held my hand when I've cried. And a huge thanks to our wonderful dancers who have stuck by me and helped the business to grow in to the amazing little family it is.
I know I've not won the worlds or an oscar 😂 and I still have a lot of work to do on myself but I've won hope. Life will never be the same without my dear brother but I'm starting to feel hopeful for the future
http://www.misspoledance-uk.com/pole-beat-battle-2015.html
Saturday, 4 July 2015
Pole Passion Ashington for Pole Fitness classes - over 16's welcome
Pole Passion Pole Fitness classes in Ashington launches in June 2015
www.polepassion.com
www.polepassion.com
Pole Passion Pole Fitness Chichester reopens in August 2015
Pole Passion Pole fitness classes in Chichester set to reopen at a new location
www.polepassion.com
www.polepassion.com
Miss Pole Dance UK 2015 Amateurs and Semi Pro competition
Miss Pole Dance UK Amateur & Semi Pro
championships 2015
Open to all who have the right to reside in the UK for 6 months or over
Open to all who have the right to reside in the UK for 6 months or over
Sunday 28TH June 2015
NEW VENUE - VENUE ADDRESS
Felbridge Village Hall
Crawley Down Road
Felbridge
East Grinstead
RH19 2NT
Felbridge Village Hall
Crawley Down Road
Felbridge
East Grinstead
RH19 2NT
***** NEW MALES CATEGORY ******
Amateur / Semi Pro MALES Division
There will be FIVE categories1. Miss Pole Dance / Fitness UK Amateur Division - Females over age 16 may apply
2. Miss Pole Dance UK Semi Pro
- A Semi Pro Student Division - female division
- B Semi Pro Instructor Division - female division
3. Miss Pole Dance UK Amateur / Semi Pro DOUBLES - mixed gender
4. Mr Pole Fitness UK Amateur / Semi Pro Division - Males over age 16 may apply* NEW CATEGORY **
5. Semi Professional / Professional free style POLE BEAT championships - Males & Females over age 16 may apply - NO CHARGE
Kay Penney Pole Passion UK interview – from Alma Pirner - Hungary July 2015
How and when did you start the Pole dance business?
I started to lay the foundations of Pole Passion in 2001 in the UK, there were only a handful of people exploring pole fitness. It was soon after my third child was born. I started as a hobby wanting to get fit again after the birth of my son, I was in search of something more exciting than the gym and more challenging than my normal routines of fitness
What was the biggest challenge?
Changing public perception. I identified quite quickly with the right marketing and education, pole fitness could be accepted by the masses by staying focused with so many ideas buzzing around – It was hard to keep focused and following through with one idea before moving on to the next. This new exercise and dance was addictive, challenging, exciting and for me pioneering it in the UK was so much fun
What do you feel the biggest success in this business?
Love and connection from so many people now around the world all sharing the same ideas and love, passion and enthused with the passion around the pole – I have made the biggest family I could ever wish for and providing a worlds stage was my biggest ambition – a platform where the performer would not be judged wrongly, where they would receive the credibility and recognition they deserve in a professional environment
Why it's so popular all around the World, what do you think?
Because pole, no matter how it is portrayed, fulfils so many desires and connects people in such a positive way
The love of challenge, variety and contribution
Growth and significance all positive human needs
Tell me the story of Pole Passion and World Pole dance?
It slowly happened over time encourage by my husband Steve as he saw my potential as a leader of like minded people
I was passionate to make a difference to peoples lives, I wasnt sure how i was going to do this but Steve saw my strength and leadership more than I ever did.
Pole Passion grew from a personal hobby encouraged by my close friends, from close friends, who told their friends, who told their friends I soon became well known. I got so busy I had to take on instructors to help with the demand for my lessons. I then became quite ill (cancer in fact) for me this was the turning point, not actually knowing if I would be alive in 6 months I decided to document all my teachings.
I started to name my moves and document my lesson plans. 18 months later I became well always striving for that next move, whilst actually being incredibly poorly – pole kept me alive and focused me in a positive manner
In 2005 I had created a national championships, Miss Pole Dance UK, for me this was about educating the masses and the champions were urging me to create the next level for them after a few years waiting, I decided to create the first World championships, not actually knowing who in the world would attend !! or even if I had the time to plan it - It was all a gamble but it paid off, the market was bigger than I really believed at the time
What does pole dancing mean in your life?
It has become my life
Its what I wake up for
Its what I fall asleep thinking about every night
The people I connect with and the places I visit all have a connection to the pole
I now can’t see a life without the pole
Who’s are the greatest and most prominent pole dancers in the World who did most for this business's popularity?
There are so many and each person who I have met along the way has each contributed to the growth of the industry
From Sheila Kelly to Fawnia Dietritch, my two training inspirations in early 2000 to the pioneers in each country I have the privilege in teaching and sharing knowledge with
Pantera USA 2006,
Alma Pirner Budapest 2008,
Anastaisia Russia, 2009
Keem Martinez 2009 Mr Pole Fitness, France ,
Elena Shishkova Russia 2009,
Jeneyne Butterfly USA 2009,
Felix Cane Australia 2009,
Alesica Vazmitsel UK/ Belarus 2009,
All the contestant of the first world championships for sport and fitness dance and art to the present day competitors who are the continuing future of our industry
What's the difference between pole dance and pole fitness/pole sport?
For me there are very clear differences
In Pole Passion we all start with the pole fitness – this is a new sport, and exercise programme, only being created in the UK in 2006 – as a series of moves, tricks, spins, poses and transitions a work out on and around the pole incorporating floor work, stretch, flexibility, core work outs, conditioning moves for fun and fitness – In Pole Passion I have also created have a grading system whereby students and instructors can reach certain levels of expertise by the way of an assessment process
Pole Dance – is a series of set choreography moves, set to music to create a pole show enabling the performer to express themselves through movements on and around the pole, being free to tell their story
And finally comes the Pole Sport – a series of gymnastic, and athletic moves and set sequences including routines and combinations with a more ridged formulae to technique
What do you think pole dancing is so seductive for men?
I believe pole dancing is seductive for both men and women who appreciate the beautiful form of a woman’s and man’s body, demonstrating the athleticism and wonders of the human body can achieve, defying gravity creating shapes in such a mesmerising and super human way. For me pole dancing incorporates strength inside and out as it is much harder to achieve than it looks
my motto being empowerment confidence fitness & FUN!
How do you see pole dancing in the future?
I see the pole dancing spreading everywhere, from gym to gym to park to beach from village hall to the front room – pole dancing is an activity that has no boundaries or prejudices, discriminations to age, gender or physical ability
I have witnessed the blind and deaf, the young the old, the disabled and the ill move beautifully and creatively around the pole – for me there are no boundaries for the pole –– we have taken it to the highest mountain in the UK, we have taken the pole in the sea, we have taken it to beaches parks and roads - let’s not stifle the creativity and possibilities of pole
Do you think it's just a fashion, or it will last longer?
For me a fashion is something that only has a season or two – Pole has been around for me for 15 years therefore no this is not a fashion I believe we are still learning and developing the industry and there is so much more to come
Tell me more about the UK pole dancers, and people's opinion about?
Over the years the barriers are changing, initially 30 year old women, age bracket was only interested in pole then suddenly 5 years later the 20 years were interested, now all ages, young and old, men and women are interested. The media has helped, the facebook community has helped to educate the naïve – people opinions are changing for the positive and will continue to do so. The level of professionalism has increased and education has progresses and I believe we still have exciting times ahead
Kay Penney – Pole Passion Ltd | Miss Pole Dance UK | World Pole Sport & fitness Championships |
Pole Pioneer UK
I started to lay the foundations of Pole Passion in 2001 in the UK, there were only a handful of people exploring pole fitness. It was soon after my third child was born. I started as a hobby wanting to get fit again after the birth of my son, I was in search of something more exciting than the gym and more challenging than my normal routines of fitness
What was the biggest challenge?
Changing public perception. I identified quite quickly with the right marketing and education, pole fitness could be accepted by the masses by staying focused with so many ideas buzzing around – It was hard to keep focused and following through with one idea before moving on to the next. This new exercise and dance was addictive, challenging, exciting and for me pioneering it in the UK was so much fun
What do you feel the biggest success in this business?
Love and connection from so many people now around the world all sharing the same ideas and love, passion and enthused with the passion around the pole – I have made the biggest family I could ever wish for and providing a worlds stage was my biggest ambition – a platform where the performer would not be judged wrongly, where they would receive the credibility and recognition they deserve in a professional environment
Why it's so popular all around the World, what do you think?
Because pole, no matter how it is portrayed, fulfils so many desires and connects people in such a positive way
The love of challenge, variety and contribution
Growth and significance all positive human needs
Tell me the story of Pole Passion and World Pole dance?
It slowly happened over time encourage by my husband Steve as he saw my potential as a leader of like minded people
I was passionate to make a difference to peoples lives, I wasnt sure how i was going to do this but Steve saw my strength and leadership more than I ever did.
Pole Passion grew from a personal hobby encouraged by my close friends, from close friends, who told their friends, who told their friends I soon became well known. I got so busy I had to take on instructors to help with the demand for my lessons. I then became quite ill (cancer in fact) for me this was the turning point, not actually knowing if I would be alive in 6 months I decided to document all my teachings.
I started to name my moves and document my lesson plans. 18 months later I became well always striving for that next move, whilst actually being incredibly poorly – pole kept me alive and focused me in a positive manner
In 2005 I had created a national championships, Miss Pole Dance UK, for me this was about educating the masses and the champions were urging me to create the next level for them after a few years waiting, I decided to create the first World championships, not actually knowing who in the world would attend !! or even if I had the time to plan it - It was all a gamble but it paid off, the market was bigger than I really believed at the time
What does pole dancing mean in your life?
It has become my life
Its what I wake up for
Its what I fall asleep thinking about every night
The people I connect with and the places I visit all have a connection to the pole
I now can’t see a life without the pole
Who’s are the greatest and most prominent pole dancers in the World who did most for this business's popularity?
There are so many and each person who I have met along the way has each contributed to the growth of the industry
From Sheila Kelly to Fawnia Dietritch, my two training inspirations in early 2000 to the pioneers in each country I have the privilege in teaching and sharing knowledge with
Pantera USA 2006,
Alma Pirner Budapest 2008,
Anastaisia Russia, 2009
Keem Martinez 2009 Mr Pole Fitness, France ,
Elena Shishkova Russia 2009,
Jeneyne Butterfly USA 2009,
Felix Cane Australia 2009,
Alesica Vazmitsel UK/ Belarus 2009,
All the contestant of the first world championships for sport and fitness dance and art to the present day competitors who are the continuing future of our industry
What's the difference between pole dance and pole fitness/pole sport?
For me there are very clear differences
In Pole Passion we all start with the pole fitness – this is a new sport, and exercise programme, only being created in the UK in 2006 – as a series of moves, tricks, spins, poses and transitions a work out on and around the pole incorporating floor work, stretch, flexibility, core work outs, conditioning moves for fun and fitness – In Pole Passion I have also created have a grading system whereby students and instructors can reach certain levels of expertise by the way of an assessment process
Pole Dance – is a series of set choreography moves, set to music to create a pole show enabling the performer to express themselves through movements on and around the pole, being free to tell their story
And finally comes the Pole Sport – a series of gymnastic, and athletic moves and set sequences including routines and combinations with a more ridged formulae to technique
What do you think pole dancing is so seductive for men?
I believe pole dancing is seductive for both men and women who appreciate the beautiful form of a woman’s and man’s body, demonstrating the athleticism and wonders of the human body can achieve, defying gravity creating shapes in such a mesmerising and super human way. For me pole dancing incorporates strength inside and out as it is much harder to achieve than it looks
my motto being empowerment confidence fitness & FUN!
How do you see pole dancing in the future?
I see the pole dancing spreading everywhere, from gym to gym to park to beach from village hall to the front room – pole dancing is an activity that has no boundaries or prejudices, discriminations to age, gender or physical ability
I have witnessed the blind and deaf, the young the old, the disabled and the ill move beautifully and creatively around the pole – for me there are no boundaries for the pole –– we have taken it to the highest mountain in the UK, we have taken the pole in the sea, we have taken it to beaches parks and roads - let’s not stifle the creativity and possibilities of pole
Do you think it's just a fashion, or it will last longer?
For me a fashion is something that only has a season or two – Pole has been around for me for 15 years therefore no this is not a fashion I believe we are still learning and developing the industry and there is so much more to come
Tell me more about the UK pole dancers, and people's opinion about?
Over the years the barriers are changing, initially 30 year old women, age bracket was only interested in pole then suddenly 5 years later the 20 years were interested, now all ages, young and old, men and women are interested. The media has helped, the facebook community has helped to educate the naïve – people opinions are changing for the positive and will continue to do so. The level of professionalism has increased and education has progresses and I believe we still have exciting times ahead
Kay Penney – Pole Passion Ltd | Miss Pole Dance UK | World Pole Sport & fitness Championships |
Pole Pioneer UK
The results 2015 Miss Pole Dance UK Amateurs and Semi Pro championships
MISS POLE DANCE UK AMATEURS 2015 28 June 2015
Danielle Jones - Best Costume - WINNER
Ruth Parfett - Best Pole Tricks - 2nd Place
Benedetta Rivolo - 3rd Place
Jen Jordan - Best Entertainer
Diana Ellul Grech
Ghislane Hames
Michelle Manley
Charlotte McCarthy
Rebecca Meheux
Claire Gourlay
Hannah Gilbert
MISS POLE DANCE SEMI PRO STUDENTS 2015
Cheryl Teagan - Best Entertainer - WINNER
Jade Bensilum - Best Tricks 2nd Place
Kaya Smith - 3rd Place
Kath Hughes - Best Costume
Tess Turner
Carla Roberts
Rachael Porteous
Jana Klimova
Ines Oswald
Isabel Niner
MISS POLE DANCE UK DOUBLES 2015
Jade Bensilum & Alana - White Best Pole Tricks - WINNER
Tamara Castle & Anna Newberry - Best Costume - 2nd Place
Natasha Medlin & Adrienne McGurn - Best Entertainer - 3rd Place
Hazel Roberts & Dave Roberts
Jack Scott-Lee & Aaron Darby
MISS POLE DANCE UK SEMI PRO INSTRUCTORS
Chelsy Vaney - WINNER
Talia Hawker- 2nd Place
Hannah Selden - Best costume - 3rd Place
Claire Cotterill - Best Pole Tricks
Lucy Pole - Best Entertainer
Nicole Tait
Lucy Provenzano
Alana White
Jessica Evans
Ayesha Agogo
Kirstie Tancock
Vania Noble
Stephanie Bryce
MR Pole FITNESS UK AMATEUR/SEMI PRO 2015
George Rees - Best Entertainer - WINNER
Oliver Read - Best Tricks - 2nd Place
Enrique Alvaro - Best Costume - 3rd Place
POLE BEAT winner ROSE-A LISA
DVD and Photos will be available soon - email us for more details
events@passion -fitness.com
www.misspoledance-uk.com
Danielle Jones - Best Costume - WINNER
Ruth Parfett - Best Pole Tricks - 2nd Place
Benedetta Rivolo - 3rd Place
Jen Jordan - Best Entertainer
Diana Ellul Grech
Ghislane Hames
Michelle Manley
Charlotte McCarthy
Rebecca Meheux
Claire Gourlay
Hannah Gilbert
MISS POLE DANCE SEMI PRO STUDENTS 2015
Cheryl Teagan - Best Entertainer - WINNER
Jade Bensilum - Best Tricks 2nd Place
Kaya Smith - 3rd Place
Kath Hughes - Best Costume
Tess Turner
Carla Roberts
Rachael Porteous
Jana Klimova
Ines Oswald
Isabel Niner
MISS POLE DANCE UK DOUBLES 2015
Jade Bensilum & Alana - White Best Pole Tricks - WINNER
Tamara Castle & Anna Newberry - Best Costume - 2nd Place
Natasha Medlin & Adrienne McGurn - Best Entertainer - 3rd Place
Hazel Roberts & Dave Roberts
Jack Scott-Lee & Aaron Darby
MISS POLE DANCE UK SEMI PRO INSTRUCTORS
Chelsy Vaney - WINNER
Talia Hawker- 2nd Place
Hannah Selden - Best costume - 3rd Place
Claire Cotterill - Best Pole Tricks
Lucy Pole - Best Entertainer
Nicole Tait
Lucy Provenzano
Alana White
Jessica Evans
Ayesha Agogo
Kirstie Tancock
Vania Noble
Stephanie Bryce
MR Pole FITNESS UK AMATEUR/SEMI PRO 2015
George Rees - Best Entertainer - WINNER
Oliver Read - Best Tricks - 2nd Place
Enrique Alvaro - Best Costume - 3rd Place
POLE BEAT winner ROSE-A LISA
DVD and Photos will be available soon - email us for more details
events@passion -fitness.com
www.misspoledance-uk.com
Miss Pole Dance UK amateurs and semi professional championships 2015
The new and bigger venue was still too small!! with increasing numbers descending on sleepy Felbridge Village Hall on June 28th, for the all day event of competitions, Pole Passion is set to expand further for 2016.
The 5 competitions supported and promoted 48 competitors and the national Mr Pole Fitness UK 2014/5 champion Dave Skda.
New champions were crowned and new records were set - even the new Pole Beat champion pole dance battle was yet again won by a woman - Rose-a-Lisa
Kay Penney, Pole pioneer and her dedicated team of students, and instructors worked incredibly hard to keep the day running smoothly. for me Miss Pole Dance is about educating the public, an opportunity for people to see pole fitness for the first time maybe, in a professional and organised competition structure.
The two chosen charities this year were selected by tow of Pole Passion instructors and were
Chailey Heritage Foundation and The Wedding Wishing Well Foundation - both receiving cash from the donated raffle prizes
for more information and the results please visit
www.misspoledance-uk.com
The 5 competitions supported and promoted 48 competitors and the national Mr Pole Fitness UK 2014/5 champion Dave Skda.
New champions were crowned and new records were set - even the new Pole Beat champion pole dance battle was yet again won by a woman - Rose-a-Lisa
Kay Penney, Pole pioneer and her dedicated team of students, and instructors worked incredibly hard to keep the day running smoothly. for me Miss Pole Dance is about educating the public, an opportunity for people to see pole fitness for the first time maybe, in a professional and organised competition structure.
The two chosen charities this year were selected by tow of Pole Passion instructors and were
Chailey Heritage Foundation and The Wedding Wishing Well Foundation - both receiving cash from the donated raffle prizes
for more information and the results please visit
www.misspoledance-uk.com
Nadia Budurusi, Pioneering Pole Fitness in Romania connecting with Pole Passion UK
Nadia Budurusi – Leading and Pioneering Pole fitness in Romania
Nadia nervously opens her very first pole fitness school in Romania, worried that only her and her mother may attend
Having just completed the European Pole Sport and Fitness accreditation from Europe’s leading Pole Fitness and Pole Sport training provider Pole Passion – Nadia sets to change public perception in Romania
Nadia is the pioneer in Romania and was inspired by Kay Penney a leading pioneer in Europe for Pole Fitness. Kay also the founder of Pole Passion UK leading pole fitness sport and dance training provider approved by REP’s (Register Of Exercise Professionals), Miss Pole Dance UK – UK’s leading amateur and professional championships and owner and founder and Chairperson of World Pole Sport & Fitness Championships - World Pole Dance the first World championships dedicated to the artistic interpretations of Pole Art and Dance
Nadia opened her first studio under the business guidance of Pole Passion at the beginning of July 2015 and is proud to network with Kay and her international team. Nadia joined Pole Passion in the UK firstly in February 2015 and then she joined them again on their annual Pole Passion camp, which was hosted in Budapest at the Dollhouse Pole Fitness studio, in May. In 2009, Kay also inspired to promote and grow Pole fitness in Budapest Hungary with owner Alma Pirner, who also met Kay at the Instructor Training Certifications in the UK.
Nadia explains how difficult it is for her to promote and advertise her pole fitness lessons and states she feels so alone. She promoted to the University and at the metro as the national media was not interested
I interviewed Nadia who was currently working in her family circus
Nadia states she had lost motivation in the Circus after a serious knee injury, then the birth of her daughter – she saw her friends playing around the pole and immediately loved what she saw, so she begun to search on the internet for more instruction. That’s when she said she found Pole Passion.
What was the biggest challenge when learning Pole – After a 5 year break having a baby and surgery on my injured knee the challenge was everything – from strength to pole technique. I realised I had lost everything, my flexibility , strength and motivation
What is your back ground – since the age of 5 years I have been a gymnast. My specialism was the straps with my brother and in 2001 we won awards in Montreal – in 2009 I started a circus school with my parents and brother and this year (2015) finally it will be accredited, which we are very happy and proud for this
Why do you think pole is so popular all over the world – the challenge on the pole is so vast and with it being such a spectator sport there is always something new to learn and challenge yourself with
What does Pole dancing mean in your life now – It’s a way of life and brings a whole new meaning to it. I don’t imagine my life without a pole, I love it, My mother loves it, my students from the circus love it – you can bring it home and you can redecorate your house so therefore it is really fantastic
What is the difference between pole dance / pole sport / and pole fitness
For me there are many differences – first must come the pole fitness, learning the moves, tricks and techniques, then you must introduce the dance, the choreography linking the moves together and then if you are really really good you can then introduce the sport of an athlete or gymnast. The rules are more comprehensive in the Pole Sport, but for me I personally love the pole dance where I can express myself with the art and flow of the choreography and make a show
How do you see pole dancing in the future – I believe the people in Romania will go shopping for poles, pole will be in every household – I am currently redecorating my home to incorporate a pole in my living room. My friends will come and try it and I know they will like it.
Do you think it will be popular for the men in Romania too – Yes I am very sure they will want to prove they are strong and flexible. Pole can be done in so many different styles this is why it is for everybody, so yes pole will be popular for men too
Do you think this is just a fashion or will it last longer – To work on the pole it is a challenge, you constantly want to go to the next level – it’s not a fashion it is a sport it will last a long time
Tell me more about the opinion in Romania from the people - Well first of all I talk about pole fitness and pole dance – not the striptease I have to fight about explaining about the beauty of pole fitness – this is not a joke we are about 20 years behind most of Europe and the UK – the pole gives you freedom, if you want to wears shoes you can – it is fantastic and the best way to be free – I use the words pole fitness so the public are not going to be scared !
I am so happy that I found Pole Passion and will continue to work along side them to support and educate the people of Romania
July 4th 2015
Kay Penney – Pole Passion Ltd www.polepassion.com
Nadia nervously opens her very first pole fitness school in Romania, worried that only her and her mother may attend
Having just completed the European Pole Sport and Fitness accreditation from Europe’s leading Pole Fitness and Pole Sport training provider Pole Passion – Nadia sets to change public perception in Romania
Nadia is the pioneer in Romania and was inspired by Kay Penney a leading pioneer in Europe for Pole Fitness. Kay also the founder of Pole Passion UK leading pole fitness sport and dance training provider approved by REP’s (Register Of Exercise Professionals), Miss Pole Dance UK – UK’s leading amateur and professional championships and owner and founder and Chairperson of World Pole Sport & Fitness Championships - World Pole Dance the first World championships dedicated to the artistic interpretations of Pole Art and Dance
Nadia opened her first studio under the business guidance of Pole Passion at the beginning of July 2015 and is proud to network with Kay and her international team. Nadia joined Pole Passion in the UK firstly in February 2015 and then she joined them again on their annual Pole Passion camp, which was hosted in Budapest at the Dollhouse Pole Fitness studio, in May. In 2009, Kay also inspired to promote and grow Pole fitness in Budapest Hungary with owner Alma Pirner, who also met Kay at the Instructor Training Certifications in the UK.
Nadia explains how difficult it is for her to promote and advertise her pole fitness lessons and states she feels so alone. She promoted to the University and at the metro as the national media was not interested
I interviewed Nadia who was currently working in her family circus
Nadia states she had lost motivation in the Circus after a serious knee injury, then the birth of her daughter – she saw her friends playing around the pole and immediately loved what she saw, so she begun to search on the internet for more instruction. That’s when she said she found Pole Passion.
What was the biggest challenge when learning Pole – After a 5 year break having a baby and surgery on my injured knee the challenge was everything – from strength to pole technique. I realised I had lost everything, my flexibility , strength and motivation
What is your back ground – since the age of 5 years I have been a gymnast. My specialism was the straps with my brother and in 2001 we won awards in Montreal – in 2009 I started a circus school with my parents and brother and this year (2015) finally it will be accredited, which we are very happy and proud for this
Why do you think pole is so popular all over the world – the challenge on the pole is so vast and with it being such a spectator sport there is always something new to learn and challenge yourself with
What does Pole dancing mean in your life now – It’s a way of life and brings a whole new meaning to it. I don’t imagine my life without a pole, I love it, My mother loves it, my students from the circus love it – you can bring it home and you can redecorate your house so therefore it is really fantastic
What is the difference between pole dance / pole sport / and pole fitness
For me there are many differences – first must come the pole fitness, learning the moves, tricks and techniques, then you must introduce the dance, the choreography linking the moves together and then if you are really really good you can then introduce the sport of an athlete or gymnast. The rules are more comprehensive in the Pole Sport, but for me I personally love the pole dance where I can express myself with the art and flow of the choreography and make a show
How do you see pole dancing in the future – I believe the people in Romania will go shopping for poles, pole will be in every household – I am currently redecorating my home to incorporate a pole in my living room. My friends will come and try it and I know they will like it.
Do you think it will be popular for the men in Romania too – Yes I am very sure they will want to prove they are strong and flexible. Pole can be done in so many different styles this is why it is for everybody, so yes pole will be popular for men too
Do you think this is just a fashion or will it last longer – To work on the pole it is a challenge, you constantly want to go to the next level – it’s not a fashion it is a sport it will last a long time
Tell me more about the opinion in Romania from the people - Well first of all I talk about pole fitness and pole dance – not the striptease I have to fight about explaining about the beauty of pole fitness – this is not a joke we are about 20 years behind most of Europe and the UK – the pole gives you freedom, if you want to wears shoes you can – it is fantastic and the best way to be free – I use the words pole fitness so the public are not going to be scared !
I am so happy that I found Pole Passion and will continue to work along side them to support and educate the people of Romania
July 4th 2015
Kay Penney – Pole Passion Ltd www.polepassion.com
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