Top products from r/poledancing
We found 33 product mentions on r/poledancing. We ranked the 72 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. MegaBrand Portable Fitness Exercise Stripper Spinning Dancing Pole, 9.3-Feet
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 5
Portable removable pole. Does not Screw to the ceilingMEGA BRAND 45mm (1.96") Pole as used by the professionals.Extendable from 7'4" - 9'3"ftNo ceiling fixings required.Finished in the ideal finish for pole- High grade electroplated chrome.This is a 9.3Ft Pole.. not the regular 9FT All Metal constru...
2. Dry Hands "The Ultimate Gripping Solution" All-Sport Topical Lotion- 2 Ounce
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 3
Alleviates grip problems caused by perspiration or rainRepels water to keep your hands dry without feeling sticky or greasyLeaves behind no powdery residueProvides protection for hot, humid, rainy, or damp conditionsGives you the confidence of a glove with the natural touch of your bare hand
3. Tite Grip II All-Sport Topical Antiperspirant Hand Lotion/Non-Slip Grip Enhancement
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 3
Moisture will be drawn from your handsYour hands will become temporarily StickyYour hands will become dry and stay dryTopical hand cream, keeps hands from sweating for 4-6 hours.No sticky residue. Can be used while wearing a glove for the ultimate non-slip grip.A great way to keep your hands dry in ...
4. Dry Hands "The Ultimate Gripping Solution" All-Sport Topical Lotion- 1 Ounce
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Alleviates grip problems caused by perspiration or rainRepels water to keep your hands dry without feeling sticky or greasyLeaves behind no powdery residueProvides protection for hot, humid, rainy, or damp conditionsGives you the confidence of a glove with the natural touch of your bare hand
5. Cramer Firm Grip, Anti-Slip Grip Enhancer for Sweaty Hands & Activities Like Football, Tennis, Golf, Weightlifting, Pole Fitness & Gymnastics, Spray or Powder, 4 Ounce
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Rosin based formula improves grip during sweaty activities without the need for pore-blocking antiperspirant ingredients, portable spray comes in 4 ounce aerosol can
6. iTAC2 Pole Dance Grip Extra Strength 45 Grams
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
Itac2 Itac2 Pole Dance Grip Extra Strength45g
7. Panasonic Electric Shaver for Women, Cordless 3 Blade Razor, Pop-Up Trimmer, Close Curves, Wet Dry Operation, Independent Floating Heads - ES2207P
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Sharp shaving blades: Panasonic close curves women's electric shaver with three ultra sharp blades and ultra-thin foil follows body contours for a quick, close and comfortable shaveFlexible pivoting heads electric shaver and trimmer 2 in 1: Three independently floating flexible pivoting heads glide ...
8. Liquid Grip 8-Ounce Bottle
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Ideal for: Rock Climbing, Powerlifters, Body Builders, Football, Basketball, TrackFor field, Gymnastics, Yoga, Baseball, Softball, Bowling and More!Liquid Grip is a revolutionary liquid grip enhancer
9. ASICS Ace Low Profile, Black, All
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Anti-odor -Sold in pairs -6" sleeve -Dual-density padding -Anti-microbial -
10. Mueller Green Fitted Wrist Brace, Black, Right Hand, Small/Medium
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
black colorSmall/Medium sizeSold in each
11. Funtasma by Pleaser Women's Dame-05 Ankle Boot,Black Polyurethane,9 M US
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
True to size2" Heel9.25" Calf Circumference5.375" Boot Shaft Height
12. NOW Solutions, Vegetable Glycerin, 100% Pure, Versatile Skin Care, Softening and Moisturizing, 16-Ounce
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Multi-purpose & versatile skin careSoftens & moisturizesMulti-purposeGMP quality assured: NPA A-rated GMP certification means that every aspect of the NOW manufacturing process has been examined, including our laboratory/testing methods (for stability, potency, and product formulation).Packaged in t...
13. Funtasma by Pleaser Women's Juliet-209 Platform Sandal,Black Patent,13 M
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
One pair of Black patent platform sandals with an ankle strap and 6" spike heel.Please note: This item's color may vary due to inherent manufacturing variations or your computer monitor's color settings. The item you receive will be identical or substantially similar to the item pictured in this lis...
14. Overcoming Gravity: A Systematic Approach to Gymnastics and Bodyweight Strength (Second Edition)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
15. Pleaser Women's SKY308/C/M Dress Sandal, Clear White, 9 M
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
A high-stepping, ultra-sassy look comes from Pleaser's Sky pump. It has a clear vinyl upper with a buckle-secured ankle strap, plus a provocatively high platform and heel that'll put you head and shoulders above the rest.
16. Pleaser Women's Sky-309 Platform Sandal,Black Patent,9 M US
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
You're sure to adore this Sky-high sensation from Pleasers. With its ultra-tall platform, tantalizing heel, and sleek, glossy finish, this sandal is leg lengthening and attention grabbing in all the right ways.
17. TYUIO Yoga Shorts Women's Workout Running Booty Shorts Adjustable Side Ties Navy XL
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
Activewear shorts made of moisture-wicking, 4-way stretch and breathable fabric,keeps you soft and cool during exerciseHigh waist fitness shorts with adjustable side ties for the ease of movements and desired lengthGusseted crotch for greater freedom;Flat seams help minimize irritation caused by cha...
18. Capezio Women's Canvas Juliet Ballet Shoe,Light Ballet Pink,8 M US
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Canvas constructed ballet shoe made with 4 way stretch canvas upper.Split-sole with patented diamond gusset creates a seamless, sculpted arch. Polyester and cotton lining.Contoured, durable chrome tanned suede sole patches and Hammered pleats for smooth floor contact.Precision trimmed forefoot paddi...
19. 3M 2083 Coban LF Elastic Wrap Bandage, Latex Free, 3 X 5 Yd Roll
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Our flexible self adhesive bandages will make sure that your injury remains safe and sterile while you move with less pain.Budget-friendly products that will make your life easier.Even though our first aid wrap self adhesive tape is made from a breathable, non-woven, porous material, it is also wate...
itac for superior grip!! I get sweaty palms too esp when I'm nervous or scared of trying new tricks (I hate going upside down ironically lol). You will find that adrenaline is one hell of a drug, and muscle memory will likely kick in so you can get through it! Even if you "mess up", anyone in the audience who is not in the pole world may not even be able to tell! I get soooo incredibly nervous even after performing several showcases, an event in this club in front of like 1000+ people, and even competing but I still love it so much! It's an incredible feeling, even if I slip up! There's so much support from all the other studio members and instructors, and the audience is just blown away even by the simplest things. I love showcases :).
The day of your showcase, do not overwork your body by training too hard but instead try to stretch. Practice breathing - slowly in through the nose, out through pursed lips. Shake your hands/arms to work out some of that nervous energy. Don't forget to eat some, even if your nervous. Your body will need fuel. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Maybe even take a swig of some champagne or a shot of vodka before, but only if it won't make things worse lol. Don't forget to breaaaaaaaaathe during your routine, and take note of timing while you're on stage. It's pretty common (for me and several others at least) to go much faster during the actual performance than you have trained time and time again. Hand your phone to someone who can record you in the audience (tip - turn your phone on airplane mode for this).
Congrats on your first showcase and please check back in to report how it went!
I was doing it once a week when I started but I'm up to about 3 classes a week now, 1 on Monday and 2 over the weekends. As for athletics, I had been doing some strength training for about a year before I started pole so I had a good base to build off of for pole and I still doing training during the week which I think really helps me out. You may want to look into some basic strength training stuff as the guys that I've seen that do that as well advance a lot faster than guys that just do pole.
Sweating...Yea, it's a problem. I know a guy that specifically uses gloves because his hands sweat a lot but most guys I know that do it just tend to use a shaving gel or dryhands but try out a bunch of different grips and see what works best for you. Grip tends to be pretty personal.
Also, on that note, you may want to look to shaving your legs or chest if you've got a good amount of hair. Having your body hair getting yanked out on a pole is not a good feeling.
Look at /r/bodyweightfitness at their recommended routine for strength, it's a great place to start. Follow online yoga videos like yoga with adriene to help with flexibility. You can also look into books like Overcoming Gravity if you like more information and want to try structuring your own routine.
I'd browse around stores with the intent of "would I feel cute doing pole in this?"
Literally wear whatever you want it really doesn't matter as long as you're comfortable and can grab the pole.
Swimsuit bottoms can be cute! Just make sure it's a material you like the feel of. I have some super short bike shorts and also pink jersey shorts that, while they definitely aren't long, have a little bit of a flare and are sooo so comfy. I pair them with a cute wired sports bra.
I'm outside of the USA too but I got these on Amazon and they're really nice for pole. https://www.amazon.com/Shorts-Workout-Activewear-Running-Adjustable/dp/B07RKNKGDK
Shaving your legs can be a huge pain in the ass but I have found it makes a gigantic difference in my ability to not only grip the pole but maintain my stamina during multiple classes. If you happen to sweat heavily (like me), your body hair is not only collecting and creating more moisture but it's preventing anything you apply on your skin from being fully effective. Grip aid, for example, just gets caught on the hair instead of your thighs. If you've been using a razor for shaving, I would ditch it and instead pick up a simple electric wet/dry razor instead. You can even get away with just shaving your inner thighs and back of knees if those are the areas of greatest concern.
So I have this issue too, especially on chrome. My skin is super dry but sometimes my palms are way too sweaty if I'm trying new stuff out or it's hot. If my palms are sweaty, I do tite grip 30 mind before and then dry hands during practice.
BUT, for my dry skin, I bought glycerin and cut it with 50% water at first - later I went to 75% water and found I liked that better.
You need to give it time to dry and get used to the pole burn again, but I can actually grip the pole now lol. I would highly recommend it 100%. I moisturize with corn huskers oil on pre-pole days.
Amazon. This one: http://www.amazon.com/Portable-Fitness-Exercise-Stripper-Spinning/dp/B005IPK7AU
I mean I really deliberated on getting this because it's not XPole but all the positive reviews along with the price convinced me.
Keep in mind that this off brand one doesn't come with a bag and it's also not bottom loading. I had 8" popcorn ceilings in my old place and it wasn't a hassle necessarily, but you do need a ladder or step stool or something. You would need one anyway to find the joists in your ceiling. Other than that I really can't tell the deference between mine and the official XPole ones my studio has.
Though Amazon does sell official XPoles as well, which I think I will be upgrading to soon. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003HA9N7Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1422003687&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX200_QL40&dpPl=1&dpID=41tPdqmi6FL&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/Capezio-Womens-Canvas-Juliet-Ballet/dp/B000ACQQYW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1525558858&sr=8-3&keywords=capezio+ballet+shoes+for+women&dpID=417OafYL3vL&preST=_SY395_QL70_&dpSrc=srch Juliet! I LOVE these shoes. I've had so many pairs. I did pole barefoot for a few weeks and it just felt sooooo odd to me, the second I put on my slippers I felt so much more confident and comfortable.
Here's your ladies on Amazon
The key here is that they are platforms. For me, regular heels are MUCH more difficult to walk in. This was my first pair of dancing shoes. The strap keeps them on and the plastic can actually help you climb and grip. I've owned 3 pairs. I've not known 'stripper shoes' to come in 1/2 sizes. In other shoes I bounce between an 8-8.5. The first pair of these shoes I bought a 9. They fit much more comfortably at first. The 8 felt pretty darn tight. The 9 was a mistake. The plastic on these stretches as they warm up. When the 9s became warm my foot would slip down and toes would start to creep over the end and feel all around unstable.
My rule of thumb on these shoes is this; if it's comfortable brand new then it's too big. If it's tight and I want to break them in a little quicker I use a blow dryer to speed the stretching process.
These are not super cute, but I've worn them regularly for almost 3 years and they're still in great shape and super comfy.
Not flats, but potentially helpful: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001I1P39I
Just enough heel to get good spin on, low enough to help recovery. I used these for the first few months of dancing before graduating to my 8in.
Portable Fitness Exercise Exotic Stripper Strip Spinning Pole Dance Dancing NEW https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005IPK7AU/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_4irqub0AV722Y
This is what I bought. I'm definitely going to take this advice into consideration! The reviews on it were great and that's why I went that route instead of buying the xpole.
Don’t worry! Many of us have slippery hands. Unfortunately you have to keep trying products until you find one that works. I would recommend:
Dry Hands. Works great. You apply some on your hands and it dries out the sweat.
Tite Grip. I believe you are supposed to put this stuff on a bit before practice and let it dry. It will reduce overall hand sweat.
Firm Grip. This is not for your hands as much as your body. Spray it on to those sweaty body parts that are slipping off the pole.
I had this problem with my chrome xpole too. The only thing that's made a difference for me is this Firm Grip spray (https://www.amazon.com/Cramer-Activities-Gymnastics-Weightlifting-Powerlifting/dp/B0001DK088/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1526663677&sr=8-3&keywords=firm+grip)
I have super sweaty hands and this product has made a huge difference. I can get through 20+ minutes without needing to reapply/wipe down the pole. One can lasts me 8+ months of regular use.
One last question --I saw this on amazon: http://www.amazon.com/X-Dance-Portable-Fitness-Exercise-Spinning/dp/B005IPK7AU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1427842164&sr=8-4&keywords=xpole
I actually think I've heard a little bit about x-dance and their pole quality, but I was wondering if this would be a good alternate considering that it's much cheaper than xpole.
Personally, if my skin is dry and papery, that's when I use Dewpoint. Mimics the sweaty, slightly tacky feel of being warmed up really well.
They have dry hands on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00476MDU8/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_lGBIDbBZ9M85E
But I know some other ones are Girlie Grip and Dew Point. I've never used those tho so I'm not sure if they're as good as dry hands.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000XUN0LI/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have these.
If you just search amazon for Pleaser there are a ton of options around 50$.
are these good? https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0018NE536/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485569794&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=pole+dancing+shoes&dpPl=1&dpID=41Vslhr8miL&ref=plSrch
I want these soooooo bad! They look perfectly short for pole and are adjustable too! If you are unsure of the size, the ladies who make these shorts will help you out! Also, you could throw in some dry hands and a few other small but necessary pole tools.
I go back and forth between Dry Hands and Liquid Grip. I find Liquid Grip absorbs sweat a bit better. Same as Dry Hands though, I often have to reapply.
I had some wrist pain when I started poling. An instructor recommended this to help strengthen fingers and forearms and wrists. I also use a brace similar to this one when I need to give my wrists a break and it's helped a lot.
It depends where it ripped. For me, it was my foot while climbing, so I had to rely on my other foot and this kind of bandage. In your case, since it was around the belly button, maybe the next class use a tank top to cover up the area.
As someone who has gone to 2 classes and just got a personal pole yesterday, everyone here is right. Just in a day of being able to work at my pace without the clock running down paid time, I felt SO much more improvement. You can figure things out. I videoed some of my spins too which is a great way to nit pick those bad habits out of practice. This is the pole I have too. I sent a link to my instructor, and she said it was the same one they have in studio. I love it thus far. I don't think it's quite 45mm, but no real complaint there.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IPK7AU/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
For sweaty palms/other body parts, try: Dry Hands, Girlie Grip, PD9, liquid chalk.
For dry skin, try: iTac (might ruin brass poles if not cleaned properly), Dew Point Pole, shaving foam (don't leave it on your palm though. Either apply with the backs of your hands or wash your hands after application).
I think it's important to remember that pole dancing is a sport that is different for everyone. There isn't really a strong "standard" at this point. So don't bother comparing yourself to others. Listen to your body, watch yourself and try to improve in ways that work for you. One thing that helped me improve was recording myself doing a trick, immediately watching the recording, and then trying whatever improvements I decided based on the recording. Maybe give that a try!
It's possible you could benefit from a better grip aid. If sweaty hands is your problem, I recommend a chalk. This is the one I use and it's great! The I-tac grip aids are great if you need more grip, but don't sweat. If you sweat with it on, it will actually make you slip more than if you hadn't used it at all.
Also keep in mind that everyone has to start somewhere. I had NO IDEA what I was doing when I started and starting was really the hardest part. Especially when you first start letting go of fear. It took me awhile to invert properly, because I was afraid. Getting over that fear is difficult but once you do it, you'll be open to a world of awesomeness!