Pole Level 1!

To start let me explain to everyone what exactly this class is:

Class description:

In Introduction to Pole you will learn basic pole moves, transitions, and floor work. You will also learn how to move around the pole like a sexy diva, all while building sexy lean muscle.  Prerequisite: None. This class is designed for those new to the pole world. 

What I learned in that class:

 Upon arrival to my first class I was excited but also nervous. Are they going to tell me I was too big to take pole lessons, would I be the biggest woman there, will I am embarrass myself because I can’t get the moves, so many questions swirled around in my head, but it was too late turn tail and run. I got into the studio and saw the poles and most of my fears and concerns just faded away. My first instructor was amazing!!! She made everyone in the class feel welcome and that is a lot for me.  

We started with a yoga themed warm-up that sure achieved it’s goal. Our first move to learn was to how to properly walk around the pole. Who knew there was an art to walking around the pole. I was like ok this isn’t so bad I can do this. After this we moved onto half spins, server spins, pivots. By this time I am sweating and a little dizzy, but hey I am having a fantastic time. After all the walking and “spins”(mine were the true definition of the struggle LOL)  I was pretty much up for anything until she showed us a move called the dollar bill pick up. Yes you read right  the dollar bill pick up. This moves involves you doing a one handed back bend and picking up imaginary money that has somehow ended up behind you. The instructor saw my face that must have shown pure terror because she said don’t worry you will be fine and you can do this. Hey what could I do but get through it so I gave it my best shot.  Whew I got the back bend and I feel freaking awesome.