HELP! I can't stop sliding off the pole :( 3 TOP TIPS TO STAY ON THE POLE FOR LONGER

Do you keep sliding off the pole? Don't worry, you are not alone!
Although this is a normal part of pole dancing, I know how FRUSTRATING it can be!
Have no fear...Behold, in this video...
3 ways to CONQUER the pole slide (or my top tips for how to hold yourself up on the pole).
• TIME STAMPS •
0:00 Intro to Sliding
0:23 Tip 1. Building Strength (Part 1)
1:23 Tip 2. Skin Condition (Part 1)
1:37 Tip 3. Technique (Part 1)
1:53 Tip 2. Skin Condition (Part 2)
4:19 Tip 3. Technique (Part 2)
10:06 Technique Summary
10:55 Tip 1. Building Strength (Part 2)
11:01 Strength Building/ Conditioning (on the pole)
13:03 Strength Building/ Conditioning (off the pole)
16:01 Final Words About Sliding
🖖 POLE GRIPS 🦵
🇺🇸 US links
Dry Hands
xpoleus.com/shop-all/accessor...
Dry Hands amzn.to/3lNSQA7
Dry Hands amzn.to/3FQvnGx
Body Grip (to stick to the pole)
amzn.to/3FZznV1
(note: I have not tried these grips specifically. I have mostly survived off cleaning the pole, using the sweat on my legs and using shaving foam/gel to grip. Grip is good if you would like a more reliable/ long lasting/ quick fix grip or if the alternative methods don't work well for you.)
👯‍♀️ WHERE TO BUY A POLE? 👯‍♀️
I have an X-pert Complete Set (NX) Spinning X-pole (brass 40mm) - it can also change to static. X-pole has one of the safest, high quality poles, which is what you need in a pole!
🇺🇸 US links
XPERT Pro PX (spinning and static) xpoleus.com/shop-all/poles/xp...
SPORT (NS) (static only) xpoleus.com/shop-all/poles/sp...
🇬🇧 UK links
XPERT NXN (spinning and static) bit.ly/3qghVEK
XPERT Pro PX (spinning and static) bit.ly/3GWWPC4
🇦🇺 AUS links
X-PERT NX (spinning and static THE EXACT POLE I HAVE). bit.ly/33Ly91c
(Note: If you use the XPole and Amazon links above to purchase your products, I will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon and XPole Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you so much for all your support on this channel 💖).
• MUSIC •
Music by Juju B. Goode - Day 9. Watermelon Arcade - thmatc.co/?l=6E4498D8
Cheese (Prod. by Lukrembo) / cheese
Music by Kevatta - logos (outro) - thmatc.co/?l=102EDF02
• OTHER CREDITS •
Cute Potato Graphic pngtree.com/so/cute
• SAFETY PRECAUTIONS •
Pole dancing is super fun but there are also risks involved you should be aware of before starting. These videos are advice only and are not intended to replace in-person professional classes. Please warm up before engaging in pole dancing to prevent injury! I am not a professional pole dance teacher. I recommend attending in-person classes before trying any moves on your own, especially when learning upside down tricks where a spotter is essential! If you have a pole at home, please make sure it is set up properly and is from a reputable supplier. There is always an element of risk when pole dancing and by following these videos you may be placing yourself at risk of injury. Please be careful and only do moves within your skill level.
Happy pole dancing :)

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Hey guys! I have found an informative video about how to engage your shoulder properly from a pole dancer physiotherapist :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/roWQd3eZhdaWhqM Please stay safe and learn proper technique to prevent injury 🙏❤

[@s-eyesel]

You are awesome and thank you for this level of insight. I'm 3 weeks into my pole journey and I can't thank you enough ❤️

[@xx.ultraviolet]

Not even gonna lie I bought a pole before doing pole fitness idk how people can practice without it I know it’s possible but I love having a pole at home I’m on it at least once a day

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Yes I agree! It’s hard to practise pole without an actual pole! After my first pole class I loved it so much that I was already thinking of buying a pole! That’s amazing! Most people I know who have a pole at home (including myself) hardly go on it. It’s the curse of having a home pole 😆 So well done for using it so often! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@realbrat40]

My sliding comes from the fact that I sweat toooooo much😭I prefer conditioning on the pole but after a few minutes I'm sliding right off in a sweaty mess.

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

😂😂 feel your pain. This is soooo me, especially during the summer 🥵I have to use a microfiber towel to absorb my excess sweat or ask our pole teacher to turn on the AC which has helped a tonne. Lemme know if any of these work for you too! I'll be curious to know your tips and tricks 😉 Another random thing is apparently some pole types are easier to stick to when you are sweaty like brass poles are less slidy than chrome (I can definitely agree with this!). So if your studio has different options you could try brass out. What kind of pole do you have at home if you have one?

[@kellyschultz455]

I use dry hands AND grip it and I still slide! I’m going to do Botox it’s my last resort lol

[@brenaechapman-buckhanon4373]

Oh my gosh I noticed a difference of shoulder engagement versus when I was just hanging

[@Eversongwood]

I came across your videos accidentally, and I absolutely love it ❤

[@OnlyBrina]

Thank you!! My wrists and elbows were killing me ✨💖✨

[@raypatton4670]

Great video!!! So many helpful tips.

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Thank you! I’m so happy you found it helpful 🥰 Have you been pole dancing for long?

[@lilaclion09]

You are amazing ❤

[@jayaa2321]

Great video! Such amazing and useful information/tips. Thank you

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

No worries Jayaa! I am so happy you have found this helpful. How long have you been poling for?

[@annabanana6965]

Thank you for helping me learn to invert!! I watched your video like 12 times

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Yay!! I love that you watched it 12 times 😂 I'm really glad it was helpful for you!

[@JWLroar]

So helpful! Thanks :)

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

You're most welcome!! thanks for your feedback 🥰

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

• TIME STAMPS • 0:00 Intro to Sliding 0:23 Tip 1. Building Strength (Part 1) 1:23 Tip 2. Skin Condition (Part 1) 1:37 Tip 3. Technique (Part 1) 1:53 Tip 2. Skin Condition (Part 2) 4:19 Tip 3. Technique (Part 2) 10:06 Technique Summary 10:55 Tip 1. Building Strength (Part 2) 11:01 Strength Building/ Conditioning (on the pole) 13:03 Strength Building/ Conditioning (off the pole) 16:01 Final Words About Sliding

[@misscindy_diaries]

Thanks for the tips babe

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

No worries friend ❤️ I can’t wait for you to get back into it too! You won’t regret it 😉

[@kelseyspolejourney5417]

Another great video! I need to try the shaving gel trick!

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Thank you hun! 😘 WHAAAAT??! How do you survive without it?? 😂 What do you use for grip or are you a naturally gifted person who has grippy skin?

[@marieadoarit3382]

Needed this thank you!

[@bobg5960]

Yes girl I do the same thing!!! cause my Pole is in the garage and it gets so cold so I start in sweatpants and a hoodie until I am warmed up!!!

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Amazing strategy right?! I was mind blown when I realised this was the missing piece to the puzzle for me to do so many moves, particularly relying on leg grip!

[@suev4143]

Dry your hands (and body, if needed) if perspiration is a problem. If dryness is an issue, a warm-up is fine, but avoid shaving foam or gel that contains too much moisturizer - it will make you slide more! Good luck in finding your 'just right' combo.

[@meljstephan]

I just tried my first pole class and felt really defeated because from research I did, every single studio said "come at any level of fitness, no experience required" and it became pretty clear that this just isn't true. I simply don't have the strength to pull my whole weight up, so I couldn't complete a single spin. I really couldn't even try the different types of spins because the first step was to push off the ground and I can't. It was really disheartening because it looks so fun but I don't think I'll ever be able to just pull myself straight up. And the actual pole climbing? My attempt left me sprawled on the ground. 🤦‍♀️

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Hi Melissa, Thanks for sharing and it sounded like a rough first class! I would have felt the same way! One thing I have learnt from pole is that it’s a real patience game. Pole is firstly a very hard sport! It does require a lot of strength and mobility. Even after 2 years of pole, I find beginner spins hard because I will just slide right off! And we all start from different levels of ability and so some people click with pole faster than others whether that be from being genetically blessed with natural strength or from having past sporting experience which can be transferred to pole. This can also be disheartening to see people being able to do the tricks we can’t. So it can take a while to build up to even holding ourselves up on the pole. I suggest having a go at some off the pole strengthening to get your body as prepped as you can and also reduce risk of injury. Then trying some pole moves which are not spins requiring you to hold your entire body weight during spins. If you’d like, my most recent video has some tricks which you might find more comfortable for you and help you start to warm up to the pole. I wish you luck and I know it’s super frustrating and disheartening but I hope you can stay in there and see some small successes as you slowly keep going with it 💕 Also, know that slow and steady is better than forcing fast progress leading to frustration/injury!

[@meljstephan]

@@PoletatoJemPoleDancer Thank you. I signed up for an "on the ground" dance class and bought some home equipment like a kettlebell and hopefully I can find something enjoyable that doesn't end with me actually breaking a limb 😂

[@sarahrose410]

Hello! I just did an intro series of classes and we weren’t even allowed to try to get off the ground until class 4. They wanted to make sure we were safe and building strength over time. I hope you find a studio like that! Look for one with photos of lots of different body types! 🥰

[@gennya5515]

I bought the Xpole Xpert in Chrome a few months ago. I find it so slippery! Is there a way to make it so it's not slippery anymore? I have tried dry hands and it makes it worse. I read that the chrome has some sort of finish on it that makes it slippery. I heard dish soap helps, which it does - but it's only good for 2 or 3 spins before I start to slip again. 😭 My pole sits in my basement, and it's pretty cold down there. I even have the pole warmer, which I use for at least an hour before I use it. It helps, but still slippery. Any advice? 😅

[@xx.ultraviolet]

My question for you gem is what if your body sweats way to much within my first 10 minutes I’m drenched and can no longer do any tricks until I completely cool down I drip so much sweat I slide down the pole

[@xx.ultraviolet]

Iike I can grip fine without anything it’s just once I start sweating pole is over for me my legs slide in a sit

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Hi @@xx.ultraviolet, great question! Sounds like you have great moisturised skin allowing you to stick to the pole without grip aids! (I’m jealous 😂). Me too! Im so glad you have brought this up. I sweat veryyy easily especially during hot months where the the problem becomes being too sweaty and sliding right off the pole. My absolute ‘must have’ is a micro fibre towel. It works great! It will allow you to absorb all the excess sweat instantly so you don’t need to wait to cool down. You could also use a regular towel too! Let me know how it goes :D

[@CoffeeNRoblox]

I keep a spray bottle with 1 part vodka, 3 parts water and a hand towel. I have to wipe down my pole after every move i try lol. I’m hoping my hands will just condition themselves to stop sweating so much 😂 but keeping the pole clean has helped a ton

[@Satisfycolorsclay]

Vodka is expensive I suggest just cleaning pure 90° alcohol

[@carolinemellor9936]

Can you do a tips video for how to not get so dizzy on spin??!??!

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Hello! I do in this vid around 20 min mark :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJq1c4ZuhdmBpNE

[@CavoyCaballo-mm8mv]

Hola ermosura como está esa veyesa saludos❤❤

[@justinejustice_league1857]

When all eles fails get a spinning silicone pole, changed the game

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

😂 I really want to try one now!

[@dwightyouignorantslut6453]

im honestly just getting really frustrated. because i dont feel strong enough to hold myself up. i cant do anything on the pole😅

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Oh yes, pole is frustrating! It forced me to become more patient so I wouldn't feel as frustrated. This was a long-term thing I had to work on. I know it's not as exciting to do conditioning and strength work ,such as off the pole strengthening, but I highly recommend doing this both starting out and continuously in your pole journey to give yourself the best chance to hold yourself up in moves! I only started doing this 2 years into pole and have realised how helpful it has been :D Let me know if you are unsure of what strength and conditioning work might look like in pole :)

[@mikellemusic4022]

i have raynaud’s disease which makes it really hard to regulate blood flow, which results in super sweaty hands & feet. When i’m on the pole, i get super discouraged and just end up doing floorwork. But after watching this, i’m realizing i havent been engaging my shoulders! Hopefully this helps me keep momentum & stick to the pole.

[@PoletatoJemPoleDancer]

Hi Mikelle, This sounds very tricky and would absolutely mess with doing pole moves. If i have the slightest bit of sweat, I go sliding! I may have forgotten to mention that dry hands is good for sweaty hands. Have you found any product useful? If all else fails, you may like tricks which are carrying most of the lifting in the legs! I know I do 😄