At the start of a new year a lot of you have a new years resolution to start working out. Maybe even get a new hobby.

With a new year, comes a new semester, and a lot of you are going to wonder: “Am I too X to start pole dancing?”

The answer is simple: NO!

Through my years of being a pole dance instructor I’ve heard a lot of those questions:

Am I too weak to pole dance?

Am I too big to pole dance?

Am I too heavy to pole dance?

Am I too manly to pole dance?

Am I not feminine enough to pole dance?

Am I not good enough of a dancer to pole dance?

The list goes on.

I must repeat myself: The answer is still no.

Everyone can pole dance. I’ve seen men, women, gay, straight, skinny people, larger people, dancers, strong people, less strong people, children, people over 70 years old, even people with just one arm! And you know what? They all were amazing. You can even pole dance if you’re vision impared.

Pole dancing isn’t all about those gymnastics tricks, nor is it about the sexy bum shake. Although both are good, and even combined, that might not be for you. Here at the Bubble Gym, we’re all about finding our own way, and figuring out how to make any activity our own. That’s the way to best enjoy it, right? 🙂

What’s wonderful about pole dance is that you don’t need to be into hip hop, or jazz, high heels, or even standing up. You can actually make an entire pole routine with you bum on the floor! I’ve grown to become a huge fan of that lately. Maybe it’s because of all the ice cream I’ve stuffed my face with? Or maybe it’s because of the winter temperatures outside? Well, no matter what the reasons are, putting on that extra layer of long sleeved clothes (for reduced friction) and sliding around on the floor has something special to it.

Everyone can pole dance, all it takes is that one first step into your nearest studio. The benefits are so many: You’ll learn a new skill. Earn a new experience. Learn to love yourself no matter your shape or size.

No one is a professional the first time they try. Trust me, we’ve all been there! So instead of looking at too many YouTube videos or Instagram photos, have a go at it! And don’t be afraid to ask your instructor about tips on how to improvise. Maybe (s)he’ll even hold an entire class where the bum doesn’t leave the floor? 🙂

Happy new (pole) year!