pole dancing Archives | Socially Rockward Onward and Awkward Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:01:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://sociallyrockward.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/sr_logo-icon-100x100.png pole dancing Archives | Socially Rockward 32 32 10645043 Pole Dancing and My Eating Disorder: A Journey of Recovery in Progress https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/my-eating-disorder-a-journey-of-recovery-in-progress/ https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/my-eating-disorder-a-journey-of-recovery-in-progress/#respond Thu, 09 Nov 2023 21:17:27 +0000 https://sociallyrockward.com/?p=4593 Content warning: This article covers my experiences with anorexia. If you’ve been affected by disordered eating, consider reaching out to therapists who specialize in treating eating disorders or finding a support group through ANAD or these resources. Six months ago, I spent an entire pole dancing class fantasizing about meat – the smell and taste of beef, a big bite ...

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]]> https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/my-eating-disorder-a-journey-of-recovery-in-progress/feed/ 0 4593 Opening Pandora’s Box: Breakthroughs in Freestyle Pole Dancing https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/opening-pandoras-box-breakthroughs-in-freestyle-pole-dancing/ https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/opening-pandoras-box-breakthroughs-in-freestyle-pole-dancing/#respond Mon, 08 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000 https://sociallyrockward.com/?p=3762 Pole dancing has stuck around longer than any other physical activity in my life, not counting my adolescent flailing at tennis. I credit this to the dynamic nature of the hobby: you can focus on so many different aspects of pole dancing throughout your practice. Burnt out on complex tricks? You can train flexibility – or vice versa. There’s always ...

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]]> https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/opening-pandoras-box-breakthroughs-in-freestyle-pole-dancing/feed/ 0 3762 Essential Pole Dancing Accessories to Get the Most Out of Your Practice https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/essential-pole-dancing-accessories-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-practice/ https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/essential-pole-dancing-accessories-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-practice/#respond Sun, 06 Dec 2020 18:00:42 +0000 https://sociallyrockward.com/?p=3549 Technically, you only need a safe and solid pole to start pole dancing. As a bonus, you’ve got great music and you’ve nabbed a pair of beautiful stripper shoes for strutting your stuff. Even if you don’t need anything else, investing in some common accessories can elevate your practice to the next level. After all, why struggle when you’ve got ...

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]]> https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/essential-pole-dancing-accessories-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-practice/feed/ 0 3549 8 Steps to Sex Worker Allyship for Pole Dancing Hobbyists https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/8-steps-to-sex-worker-allyship-for-pole-dancing-hobbyists/ https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/8-steps-to-sex-worker-allyship-for-pole-dancing-hobbyists/#respond Tue, 10 Nov 2020 16:00:00 +0000 https://sociallyrockward.com/?p=3495 I started my pole dancing journey like many others. I saw a beautiful, sensual, and empowering form of expression that inspired me to move my body in new ways. I started taking classes at local pole studios and following pole dancers on Instagram. As I got deeper into the hobby, one account led to another until I began following strippers ...

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]]> https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/8-steps-to-sex-worker-allyship-for-pole-dancing-hobbyists/feed/ 0 3495 Best Dance Poles for Home Use (X-Pole & Lupit Pole Review) https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/best-dance-poles-for-home-use-x-pole-lupit-pole-review/ https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/best-dance-poles-for-home-use-x-pole-lupit-pole-review/#comments Mon, 25 May 2020 17:00:20 +0000 https://sociallyrockward.com/?p=3364 So you’re ready to commit to your pole dancing practice by installing your own pole at home. Awesome! It’s an exciting step to take and makes even more sense now with social distancing policies temporarily closing down pole dancing studios across the world. Many teachers are making online pole classes available, which means you can continue pole dancing and working ...

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]]> https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/best-dance-poles-for-home-use-x-pole-lupit-pole-review/feed/ 6 3364 My Pole Dancing Journey: From Flailing to Flying in 8-Inch Heels https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/my-pole-dancing-journey-from-flailing-to-flying-in-8-inch-heels/ https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/my-pole-dancing-journey-from-flailing-to-flying-in-8-inch-heels/#respond Mon, 11 May 2020 17:00:00 +0000 https://sociallyrockward.com/?p=3287 On a Wednesday night in September 2014, I attended a “girls’ night out” meetup at The Abbey club and bar in West Hollywood. It had been barely two weeks since I’d driven cross-country to move to Los Angeles and this introvert was trying to make new friends. Three delightful women showed up at the meetup. We grabbed drinks and yelled ...

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]]> https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/my-pole-dancing-journey-from-flailing-to-flying-in-8-inch-heels/feed/ 0 3287 20+ Beautiful Pole Dance Shoes Worth Flipping Over https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/20-beautiful-pole-dancing-shoes-worth-flipping-over/ https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/20-beautiful-pole-dancing-shoes-worth-flipping-over/#respond Tue, 05 May 2020 17:00:04 +0000 https://sociallyrockward.com/?p=3171 There’s just something so satisfying about living your best pole life on a pair of boss ass stilettos. Whether your pole dance journey had you jumping into a pair of heels right away or you took your time, many pole dancers understand the obsession with pole shoes. And if you don’t, keep reading to find more than 20 gorgeous pairs ...

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]]> https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/20-beautiful-pole-dancing-shoes-worth-flipping-over/feed/ 0 3171 650+ Best Pole Dancing Songs With Playlists https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/400-best-pole-dancing-songs-with-playlists/ https://sociallyrockward.com/pole-dancing/400-best-pole-dancing-songs-with-playlists/#respond Sun, 15 Mar 2020 17:00:00 +0000 https://sociallyrockward.com/?p=2980 One of the best parts about pole dancing is how dynamic and diverse it can be. You can truly dance to anything on the pole. I’ve seen pole dancing to classic club songs, rock and roll, heavy metal, electronica, orchestral music, even Broadway musicals. Since I started pole dancing in 2014, I’ve danced at multiple studios, followed hundreds of pole ...

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