Some thoughts on sensual movement, November Class Schedule, Santa Chair workshop, and more!
I occasionally hear discouraging stories about negative stereotypes regarding pole dance or belly dance being used to make women feel ashamed for embracing sensual dance as a path to fitness and body confidence. Growing up, girls have many outlets for “acceptable” artistic body expression (ballet, cheerleading, figure skating, gymnastics, etc.), but after we graduate, there are few opportunities to express ourselves through movement without facing negative judgment. I wanted to take a moment to affirm why I am so passionate about creating a safe space where women can love their bodies and get in shape at the same time.
Like many of you, I grew up in a conservative Christian home (and am still a practicing Christian). However, I feel that many of the messages we learn in church and society do not encourage women to celebrate their beautiful bodies, in all shapes and sizes, or to embrace the sensual side of femininity. Additionally, most of us could benefit from more physical activity. When I discovered pole dance, I found a side of myself I didn’t know existed, and it has significantly improved my mental and physical health, faith, and marriage.
Many women have shared similar experiences, finding that dance helps them develop a more positive and compassionate relationship with their bodies and work through issues from their past. In the studio, we are seen through the affirming and supportive "female gaze," and I have found pole studios to be uniquely non-competitive spaces where women uplift one another. Dancing shifts the emphasis from how you look to how you move. You can learn a few moves and feel more beautiful in just one day, transforming how you see yourself.
This is why I run a dance studio — to help as many women as possible break free from stereotypes and feel beautiful and loved in the body they have right now.
🗓️ November Weekly Class Schedule at 1989 Pole 🗓️
🌟 Monday
November 11th: 6-8 p.m. - Salsa Bootcamp with Juan (Separate sign-up required)
🌱 Tuesday
Noon - Daytime Pole with Tarah
6 p.m. - Level 1 Pole Fitness with Tarah - Beginners welcome!
7 p.m. - Level 2 Pole Fitness with Ara - Currently playing with Heels
8 p.m. - Intro to Pole Fitness (every other week in November)
💃 Wednesday
5:30 p.m. - Tribal Fusion Belly Dance
🌙 Thursday
Noon - Level 2 Pole with Tarah - We will also work on the Listen to your heart Choreo.
6 p.m. - Pole Choreography with Tarah - Starting Listen to your heart Choreo!
CHOREO VID FROM LAST YEAR: https://youtu.be/ReHQwsxr-Zs?si=oRKIDBEi0oE1DrhD
7 p.m. - Sultry Stretch with Sarah Kate Yoga and character building icebreakers!
🌺 Friday
6 p.m. - Tribal Fusion Belly Dance with Mona
TBD: Special classes or private parties
🌟 Saturday
Noon - Pole Conditioning
1 p.m. - Open Pole Practice Time
I have added the Santa Lap Dance workshop to the schedule Dec 13th. This is bring your own prop! Last year we had WAAYYY too much fun with this one and I am excited to do it again. This will likely fill up!
We will be learning a classic Santa-baby style lap dance choreo with a twist! ...
- This Lapdance workshop is BYOP (bring your own partner/prop) and I am officially giving you permission to bring a (willing) victim to sit on. If you don't have a well behaved 'Prop' to bring feel free to double up with a friend - 1 signup is good for 1 chair/2p. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Festive outfits you can move freely in are encouraged.
Look I have an intro offer because that’s what all the cook kids do.
For just $25, you can unlock 2 weeks of unlimited classes at 1989 Pole, including Belly Dance and more! Whether you're looking to boost your fitness, learn a new skill, or just have some fun, this introductory offer is your perfect chance to get started.
✨ No experience necessary—come as you are and discover the joy of dance and pole fitness!
👉 Claim your spot now at 1989pole.com/offer or scan the QR code!
Offer valid for regular weekly classes (excludes Salsa classes).
Join us and experience why everyone is loving 1989 Pole! 💃
🎉 Class Packs at 1989 Pole! 🎉
Take your pole fitness journey to the next level with our flexible and affordable class packs:
✨ 4 classes for just $60
✨ 8 classes for only $100
Both packs are good for 3 months, giving you plenty of time to enjoy classes, workshops, and private sessions at your own pace!
👉 Head to https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=26965827 or scan the QR code to get started!
Get your pack today and join us on the dance floor! 💃🌟
The Honey Harvest is in (Yes I keep Bees. I am sweet and sticky) Raw, unfiltered, unheated Texas prairie honey. Amazingly tasty and good for you too.
Supply is limited but you can pick up a jar of honey in the studio and cash or pay using the studio Venmo/Cashapp/Paypal link. All funds just go to keep the studio in business anyway. Just had to pay the annual insurance and music license so every bit helps!
Keep getting crazier with our group photos!
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