In the art of dance, I decided to choose pole dancing. Although controversial, it is actually hard work and a great way to get in shape in many ways. I have attended classes and it is quite fun, and I am fascinated by the creativity that the professionals use in this type of dance.
Pole dance is a form of performance art, historically associated with strip clubs and dance clubs, which combines dance and acrobatics centered on a vertical pole. This art form has recently gained popularity as a form of fitness and mainstream entertainment, practised by many enthusiasts in gyms and in dedicated dance studios. A wide range of amateur and professional competitions are held in many countries around the world.
Since the mid 2000s, promoters of pole dance fitness competitions have been trying to change peoples’ perception of pole dance and to promote it as a non-sexual form of dance and acrobatics. Pole dance has furthermore been influenced by Chinese pole, a form of acrobatics that is most notably performed in circus. Competitive pole dance competitions are by and large performed in a non-prurient fashion which combines a range of dance styles and/or gymnastics.
Pole dance requires significant strength, flexibility and endurance.[1] Pole dance proper involves athletic moves such as climbs, spins, and body inversions using the limbs to grip. Upper body and core strength are required to attain proficiency, and rigorous training is necessary.[2][3]
Pole dance is now regarded as a form of exercise[4] which can be used as both an aerobic and anaerobic workout.
My initial reaction to this video was flag this video off of youtube, but after reading kellie's post about the art form that pole dancing contains and the strength, rhythm, and force it shed new light on a controversial/erotic dance form. I appreciated the post.
ReplyDeleteHahaha! It is good to know that I was able to sway your initial "judgement" of this type of dance. It actually is dancing, especially if you stay clothed haha
DeleteI know this is a great form of exercise and a great way to build body strength, but to me it just reminds me of something not as mundane...lol
ReplyDeleteI know someone who does this and it is a very good form of working out. It is incredible how much strength some one needs to do this.
ReplyDeletethis is very good way to work out!! i would love to go to a class one day :) it takes alot of skill to do this
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome. I have seen some of the pole dance wars. I find it very vaccinating. Not only are they amazing dancers but they are among the fittest of the fit. Also it is beautiful to watch.
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