Mental Health - A support network is here for you

In light of a beautiful soul recently been taken away from our pole community and hearing the tragic news of Jess Leanne Norris' passing please find below a series of links where someone is there to support you should you need it

Rest in peace Jess... you were an inspiration. You started pole at 15, self taught, and went on to win at Miss Pole Dance UK championship professional category at the young age of 18 in 2011 And then went on to win  again 4 years later in 2015

Mental health services in the UK are very much still OPEN and are URGING people to use them now more than ever. Even if you don't have a mental illness, there's no grievance too small - please, please do not suffer in silence. If you're struggling and suspect it's part of a wider problem, it's INTEGRAL that you -

Go to your GP first and say you want to get in touch with a mental health team - this is the quickest way to get support

Please speak out to someone you trust or at least look for support online. There are plenty of resources:

Samaritans (call especially in crisis): https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/

Mind: https://www.mind.org.uk/

YoungMinds (for younger kids and teens): https://youngminds.org.uk/

MindOut (for LGBTQ+ support): https://www.mindout.org.uk/

Bitesize mental health support: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/tags/z7qg6v4/mental-health/1

How to have a conversation with your kids as a parent (questions to ask in lockdown): https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zjc2tbk

Betterhelp (tailored counseling service if you can afford some quick support. Do not go to if you're in crisis.): https://www.betterhelp.com/

REACH OUT

photo credit - Geoff Pegler

PRESS RELEASE Pole Sport & Fitness World Championships set for China Beijing April 2015

PRESS RELEASE  - World Pole Dance Championships 2015 World Pole Sport & Fitness CHINA BEIJING & TEIJIN

By Kay Penney
APRIL 2015

Pole Passion, UK, based Pole Fitness Company, is set to host the next World Pole Dance championships in China, Beijing & Tianjin on 11^th & 12^th April 2015

Over 50 men and women National competitors  and 10 professional international pole fitness and dance judges will be descending over the  Friday and Saturday.

Countries included in this international sporting event includes, New Zealand, Belarus, Cyprus, Brazil, Japan, all of Europe, Ireland, Australia, Argentina, Indonesia, Taiwan, China, United Kingdom, Italy Philippines Russia and Ukraine.

Kay Penney Owner of founder of Pole Passion in 2001 and World Pole Dance in 2005 initiating the World Pole Dance Federation, will be collaborating with China’s leading Pole Fitness Company; China Pole Dance, headed by Mr Fing Yuan.  Fing, a former Lawyer, and Kay have been working together formulating this China Pole Sport & Dance championships for over 2 years where they have been sharing and connecting ideas and theories working closely with the cultural and economic challenges of all the competitors worldwide  to coordinate this spectacular event

Kay will be taking over a dedicated UK team of 11 professional competitors in pole sport and dance athletics representing the UK & Ireland including the current World champion ‘Bendy’ Kate Czepulkowski (Females division UK 2014) and Sam Willis (Mr Pole Fitness UK runner up 2014) including Daniel Rosen (Mr Pole fitness UK Champion 2013) Yvette Dusol (Miss Pole Dance UK National Champion 2014) along with 2013 Female Miss Pole Dance UK Champion and Doubles tricks champions Kat Humphrey & Danielle Haynes. Joining them will be a team of 4 including a Chinese Translator who will be supporting Kay with the communication and delivery of the International Teacher Training courses she has written.

The closed, semi finals for the females, the most attended and popular category, will be taking place in Tianjin on  11^th April where 11 other competitors will be selected to join Polina Volchez, last year’s runner up, Natalia Tatarintsva, 2013- 2014 World Champion and Fi Yuan, who will be the chosen champion representing China in the female finals

Each contestant for the finals, from the three categories Men's (9 competitors), synchronised doubles (10 pairs) and females (14 competitors) have to compete a demanding series of combinations incorporating pole tricks, spins, poses transitions between 5-6minutes on two stainless steel poles, one static and one spinning, both creating different dynamics and techniques on and around the pole. The doubles will be performing on two static poles

9 International judges including the very first World Champion Reiko Suemune from Japan, which was the first documented World Pole Dance Championships in 2005 will be  judging  the three categories

Each contestant will be marked
10 marks for the presentation of their routine, including costumes and props enhancing their artistic performance element and storytelling, many contestants bringing in their ancient art and countries history to their presentations.

10 marks for the dance and fitness performance section which includes their variety of choreography music interpretation control and demonstration of strength and power, elegance and grace, throughout their gruelling routine also including the use of both poles and full stage, creating height and depth to their dance and acrobatic performances

15 marks demonstrating the tricks and combination of tricks including fluidity and effortless transitions to their performance  including, but not limited to, floor work, acro balance and circus skills.  Unique styles and moves are awarded more marks

Additional awards are also awarded on the day of Best costume, Best Tricks and the Most Entertaining award for each of the three categories
Last year China competitors , Meng Yifan & Zhong Qianie, were awarded the Best Costume Award in the doubles category and Fang Yi in the female singles category too

For the first time in History the World Pole Dance Federation will also be organising Master Classes from the 2014 World Champions from the UK – Bendy Kate, Kristian Lebedev, Russia and Polina Volchez - Russia

2015 World Pole Sport & Fitness
RESULTS For the MEN’S DIVISION to be

Additional Awards -
Best COSTUME –
Best TRICKS -
Best ENTERTAINER -

WINNER FOR GOLD -
SECOND PLACE -
THIRD PLACE -

RESULTS For the Synchronised DOUBLE’S DIVISION

Additional Awards -
Best COSTUME -
Best TRICKS -
Best ENTERTAINER -

WINNER FOR GOLD -
SECOND PLACE –
THIRD PLACE -

For the FEMALE’S DIVISION

Additional Awards -
Best COSTUME
Best TRICKS –
Best ENTERTAINER –

WINNER FOR GOLD -
SECOND PLACE –
THIRD PLACE -

2014 winners

WINNER FOR GOLD - Kate Czepulkowski - UNITED Kingdom
SECOND PLACE - Polina Volchek – RUSSIA
THIRD PLACE - Tatyana V Gordiyenko - UKRAINE

2014 final competitor list
Galina Musina – RUSSIA
Hanna Antonova – UKRAINE
Valeria Bonalume – ITALY
Alessandra Rancan – BRAZIL
Fang Chunyan – CHINA
Elena Kravchenko – UKRAINE
Felicity Logan - UNITED KINGDOM
Lorna Thomas - UNITED KINGDOM
Ekaterina Guseva – RUSSIA
Margit Deak – HUNGARY
Mona Arbinger - AUSTRIA

Ambassadors of Pole Award
Additional Award – also created for the pole fitness and dance industry. The first time in History ‘Ambassadors to Pole Award,’ whereby contributors to the health and safety and development of professional Pole throughout the world are awarded and officially recognised by their piers and the World Pole Dance Federation.

Mr Fing Yung Biao, the head of China Pole Dance; a qualified Lawyer, who now dedicates his time in supporting and professionalising the sport and the national competition in China, has shown considerable attention to the World Pole Dance championships for the last four years and is working hard with the run up to the competition, posing a serious bid to host the largest Pole Dance Championships in the world.

Mr Yung Biao has been studying English to prove better communications between Pole Passion and the head of World Pole Dance and originator Kay Penney, to make this a reality in 2015.

For more information and pictures please visit www.worldpoledance.com

And www.polepassion.com

Contact

To learn more about this competition, please contact

Kay Penney, Media Relations

Pole Passion Ltd

Crawley

West Sussex

RH10 7QE

Office: 01293 888200 / mobile 07921948606 or 07753585054

Email: events@passion-fitness.com or kay@polepassion.com

20 Reasons to Pole Dance for fitness with Pole Passion

20 reasons to pole

  

Increased Muscle Strength

Increased Flexibility

Reduce stress levels

Reduces osteoporosis

Reduces weight gain

Increases Social networking

Ample Laughter

Increase joint mobility

Improves blood pressure

Stronger core

Creation of a six pack!

Improves posture

Increases coordination

Increases muscle tone

Improves self esteem & personal achievement

Improves confidence

Improves Empowerment

A fun sexy fitness

Appeals to the non fitness community

Much more fun than the gym!!

Join a fun class today

www.polepassion.com

Not all pole classes are equal!!

Bella Monnery Pole Passion Shoreham-by-Sea, Worthing www.polepassion.com

Pole Passion’s newest recruit and  fitness expert Bella Monnery is more than sexy hip swirls and happy hip shakes!!

Fitness preparation and training for tough mudder 2014

For over 3hours a week of pole, Bella is using her pole techniques for training for one of the hardest and most gruelling and physically challenging courses on the planet.

She will be using the pole techniques for upper body strength to get her up the ropes, over the walls and across the monkey bars.

Her Kickboxing and cardio classes for fitness and strength.

Her Gym sessions, and at least 2 runs a week. 1 long distance, 9 miles plus, 1 hill run. 

Bella commented, ‘ I actually love all the training :) I remember when I first started running, 1 mile was hard! It's amazing to see yourself get stronger and faster, it's a great feeling of achieving.

The hardest thing is finding the time lol I drag my dogs along for some of the runs.. We go in the rivers together too! 

My biggest fear.....

Hmmm, there are a few! 

Electric shocks and ice cold water is what I'm dreading most! 

My reasons for entering....

I'm probably a little mad lol

But, I love a challenge :)

I entered a few smaller obstacle courses last year.... Now I want to go for the big one!! 

Yes this is a big challenge! But I know I will love every minute :)’

London South is Europe’s most gruelling Tough Mudder event! Set in acres of barren jagged farm land and hills, not to mention all the obstacles designed by the special forces, mud and water!!

Bella Monnery Pole Passion Advanced Instructor -  Shoreham-by-Sea

To find our more about Bella's classes visit www.polepassion.com

or email theteam@passion-fitness.com

Sponsor and Vendor support Miss Pole Dance UK

Calling all local Crawley, West Sussex based businesses passionate about dance, exercise  and fitness

We are one of the largest pole dancing for fitness companies in the world, operating since 2003
Owning and operating ‘World Pole Dance’ and the national championships and
‘Miss Pole Dance UK’ since 2005 – pioneering professional pole exercise since 2001

Some of our dancers have even been on national TV including ‘Got to Dance’’, ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ and ‘Question of Sport’.

We are looking for local likeminded, forward thinking, businesses to shout about their products too, on the day of the UK National championships which will be held at the Hawth Theatre in Crawley this year on 15th September 2013 where both men and women will be performing and competing.

Normally the vendors and sponsors associated with our competitions and championships have been pole sport specific, but this year we want to get more outside companies involved to support, not only the competitors but also the local community
We are specifically interested in sports, health and fitness and dance companies either kindly donating competitor prizes and or vouchers.

The competitions will be on all day attracting dance professionals and fitness enthusiasts from all over the country.  On September 15th at the Hawth Theatre where all the top pole performers and dancers from the UK will be battling it out on two poles  to be awarded the prestigious title of Miss Pole Dance UK champion 2013  and Mr Pole Fitness UK champion.
We are aiming for a sell out at Hawth Theatre (850people)

We would be happy to discuss vendor opportunities at the Hawth on the day and advertising opportunities in the run up between now and the mesmerising and jaw dropping championships.

29th June – Miss Pole Dance UK national amateur and Semi Pro championships
15th September – Miss Pole Dance UK Professional and Mr Pole Fitness UK championships

There is no need to attend the championships although we guarantee it will be a day and evening to remember but we would love to arrange for VIP tickets for you as part of our offering package also to you


Please contact us if you are interested and we would be delighted to chat more to get the best exposure for you and your business during a fun and memorable and first pole dance event held at the Hawth!!

We look forward to hearing from you if you wish to chat further
Promoting and inspiring the talented

Kind regards and thanks again for your time

P.s tickets are now on sale at www.hawth.co.uk 

Karen Davis
Vendor and sponsor support
Miss Pole Dance UK – www.misspoledance-uk.com

email us: events@passion-fitness.com

or call us on 01293 888200

Mr Pole Fitness UK – Miss Pole Dance UK
Pole Passion Ltd
Crawley
West Sussex RH10 7BA

Reigate Pole Fitness & Dancing Lessons Pole Passion

With many years of experience in the Pole Fitness industry, Pole Passion Reigate Pole Fitness offers pole dancing lessons to people who are looking to lose weight, exercise, tone up and gain confidence by Pole Dancing and Pole Fitness throughout Reigate, Redhill, Epsom, Sutton, Chipstead, Coulsden, Woodhatch, Dorking and in the local areas. Set up in November 2012, the Pole Dance Classes and Pole Dance Fitness Lesson is based in Reigate Town Centre, at Reigate College.

For information on gradings for pole fitness in Crawley, Burgess Hill, East Grinstead, Dorking, Horsham, Horley, Haywards Heath, Warlingham, Bognor, Brighton, Worthing, Littlehampton and surrounding areas visit www.polepassion.com or call 0871 318 3838

With a team that includes Samantha Causon, Sarah Watson and Karen Castle. Reigate Pole Fitness are Friendly and enthusiastic fully trained and Qualified, The Pole Dance Classes are designed to help students develop physical strength helping students to achieve their goals and develop skills that were never thought possible, we help transform your body and teaching all levels from beginners to advance with Reigate Pole Fitness's fully qualified Pole Dancing Instructors.

The Reigate Pole dancing Studio has 8 Free standing R Poles that are 2.5m High and Portable... The poles help to improve core strength using balance and conditioning moves that are used in Pole Dancing. With 3 Fitness instructors at all times we can help students to develop their skills each week with a professional and friendly teaching style to help students learn something new each week... Pole Fitness Classes help students notice the difference after just 1 lesson and has a noticeable physical effect after just 1 month. The Pole Dancing Instructors are on hand to help students get the most from the Pole Dancing Classes, which can be tailor made to help individuals, helping students to lose weight, tone up and feel the effects fast. Students feel and look better than ever from Pole Dancing developing and noticing real improvements every week. Private Pole Dance Classes and group lessons available. The classes are for all ages and size wanting to try something fun, new and exciting.

The Reigate pole dancing studio Can take up to 16 people and can have up to 8 Rpoles www.r-polefitness.com using several types of teaching styles, verbal, physical and visual to help each student.. The Poles are all free-standing  which help burn more calories than a floor to ceiling pole because students are using core strength not only more effectively, but more often than they would with a floor to ceiling pole... Those who would like to try the pole that have previously used floor to ceiling poles are welcome any time to come and see how great they are.. Reigate Pole Studio help students buy the best pole clothing and products and sell the Poles used in the studio and poles that you can use at home. The best thing about these poles are that they are Free-standing and can be taken anywhere, making them the most portable pole in the world for Pole Dancers and for Pole dance studios that want to use them at multiple venues, and they are available on line or at Reigate Pole Dance Studio.

Reigate Pole Fitness has a growing class full of fun and friendly students wanting to learn how to Pole Dance and tone up.. The classes are suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced, situated in Reigate, including students from the local areas such as Redhill, Epsom, Dorking and Surrounding areas.

Reigate Pole Fitness is a member of The Pole Passion Family.www.polepassion.com
The Reigate pole dancing studio is run by Sam from Reigate Pole Fitness who has been a part of the Pole Passion Family after attending the Pole Passion Pole Dancing Classes herself and loving them so much that she decided to teach Pole Dancing in Reigate, hoping to share the benefits of pole dancing and the positive effects it has on your body and your confidence. Pole Dancing for fun and for Fitness and hoping to inspire a new and exciting way to keep fit.

For information on competitions visit www.misspoledance-uk.com and www.worldpoledance.com

For information on gradings for pole fitness in Crawley, Burgess Hill, East Grinstead, Dorking, Horsham, Horley, Haywards Heath, Warlingham, Bognor, Brighton, Worthing, Littlehampton and surrounding areas visit www.polepassion.com or call 0871 318 3838