Transporting myself to the early days of my pole journey, I remember the excitement of one of my pole dancer pals who revealed she was three months pregnant. She had spent the lead up to that first scan secretly revelling in her new identity as a mother-to-be, hoping that her...
For many, a positive perk of pole and aerial is that this artform can come with the coveted opportunity to perform. This urge to take to the stage may ensnare all, whether that be beginners fresh to classes, and professionals with many years experience alike. Your mind may wander to...
Transport yourself back in time to February, a dark and drizzly time of year (if you’re in the UK, that is), with little to look forward to until the warmer, springtime months. At least, that was the case for me, until I received a coveted invitation to the XPERT ‘Train...
All my life, exercising has been difficult. I was never prompted to hit the gym, or try my hand at a sport for any positive reason. Often, these attempts to ‘get fit’ stemmed from a general dislike for my physique. Getting myself to these different activities was challenging simply because...
2023 is well and truly upon us, and as new year tradition often dictates, people are filled with vigour, and an urge to try something different. New looks, new habits, new hobbies. Any frequent gym goers amongst you will know first-hand that the fresh faces eagerly bursting through the doors...
Looking to tone your body? Fancy boosting your general well-being? Pole fitness can help you achieve this and so much more, as it's an amazing form of exercise which is suitable for people of all ages and abilities. So, let’s take a look at just some of the incredible benefits...
One of the many forms of aerial fitness we help people teach would be silks, and for very good reason. This particular performance type can bolster your core, arms, legs and grip though a range of techniques not possible when working out on the ground. If you’re new to the...
Teaching young children about pole and aerial fitness is a great way to lay crucial groundwork they need to perfect these forms of exercise over the course of many years. Are you looking to inspire and educate the next generation? Then before you get started, it’s important to understand how...
To get the most from pole fitness, you need to wear clothing which is both comfortable and not going to compromise the effectiveness of any routines. Being comfortable baring some skin will make it much easier to keep your grip, but the clothing also needs to make you feel secure,...
Extra precautions are needed with everyday life when you’re pregnant, and this certainly applies to both aerial and pole fitness. For most straight forward pregnancies, it’s still hugely beneficial and recommended to maintain a regular exercise regime, but there are careful considerations and adaptations needed to minimise risks as much...
Heading into the brand new year, we’re already expanding our range of amazing training courses to now include static trapeze. Our course adopts a similar model to our existing catalogue, giving pole fitness teachers the opportunity to broaden their scope of knowledge and expertise. Below, we have tackled some common...
Looking to strengthen your body? Then definitely consider aerial hoop exercises! This has continually proven to be one of the most effective methods for both toning and building up muscles around both your arms and legs. If you’re new to aerial hoop, or already understand it’s history and need new...
Using a spinning pole can do wonders to your stamina and core body strength. Don’t just take our word for it! Many of the world’s leading artists use pole fitness for their music videos and personal health. This form of exercise is highly effective compared to ground-based routines, simply because...
Teaching aerial hoop is immensely fulfilling! If you know the core benefits and the history behind aerial hoop, then being able to introduce this to more people will not only make you feel great, but newcomers will be starting out their journey into superior balance, stamina and well-being. However, given...
You’re more than welcome to return to the gym as restrictions continue to ease, but many of us have now developed a permanent liking for home-based workouts. Having a dedicated space at home could help you save money, and it can be far more convenient when trying to learn new...
It’s unclear as to when hammocks were first used for exercise purposes, but we do know the concept as a whole was first conceived over 1,000 years ago. The original purpose was not for chilling out or taking part in aerial hammock classes, but rather offering people protection against insects...
Even though covid restrictions are starting to ease, there’s many of us who still prefer the idea of exercising from home. This obviously applies to pole fitness enthusiasts, and there’s currently a wide range of quality products which can be installed at your home to help satisfy this new trend....
Using aerial hoops is a great way to improve muscle strength and state of mind. With your body positioned high up in the air, you will be able to really stretch yourself and achieve the ultimate muscular workout, devoid of the limitations that come from being based on the ground. ...
Are you looking for an effective way to enhance your core muscles, but find conventional exercise isn’t doing the trick? Then have you considered aerial fitness? Although this isn’t often seen as the go-to choice for people who want to improve the strength and tone of their figure, we are...
The music industry is now largely defined by the video content being created by artists who want to ensure they are providing the visual impact needed to truly bolster their new material in the best possible way. Across the board, we have seen artists from a wide range of well-known...
Toxic positivity: “We define toxic positivity as the excessive and ineffective overgeneralization of a happy, optimistic state across all situations. The process of toxic positivity results in the denial, minimization, and invalidation of the authentic human emotional experience.” The Psychology Group Those who work in the pole industry are generally...
With the world on lock down and unable to train in our beloved studios, the XPERT team have been working hard to bring you our new project "XPERT Online". XPERT's ethos is really all about face to face training, as we believe this is the best way to really get...
5 reasons why face-to-face training will always be my favourite way to learn and train others written by Amy Williams XPERT Trainer. Two heads are better than one ...... well actually maybe even slightly more than that! I would like to talk about the benefits of face-to-face training. I have...
Why an XPERT Pole Fitness Teacher Training Course Could be Right for You written by Lindsey Kimura. Whether a student looking to deepen your pole and aerial practice or a seasoned instructor, taking a teacher training course is always beneficial. Training programs set standards for safe and effective instruction and...
Master Pole and Aerial Fitness Trainer Sarah Scott Shares Her Thoughts on the Mainstream Success of Pole Dancing Sarah Scott is an international pole dancing performer and master pole and aerial fitness trainer. Her numerous accolades include 1st Place at the 2012 Miss Pole Dance UK, and 2nd Place at...