We get questions about when competitors can or should stop their performances. Let’s talk about when you should or shouldn’t keep on dancing.

Hi there, I’m Jillian of Pole Geek!

I am thrilled to be adding my voice to Pole Sport Organization’s Blog. I love nothing more than hearing from you, the reader, and hope you will read, respond, and keep the discussion going! Competing in a pole competition is scary. There, I said it – you are not alone!

There are a few things polers seem to have in common past our love of spinning on a metal pole; we glitter everything, own lots of cats (or pets in general), AND have a competitive streak as wide as our shorts are small! While the former can bring pole dancers together, the latter has the possibility to create a wedge between even the closest of pole friends.

Here’s an example of what you might expect to see at pole testing time!

Let us help you invite your friends, family, neighbors, acquaintances, people you don’t really know well 😏 to come cheer you on!

Each year, we go through our rules and update for items that no longer make sense, have ceased to be issues, or needed to be added based on our prior year experience at events.

Raise your hand if you have ever made a to-do list? Did you get a feel of satisfaction when you crossed an item off your list? You have proven that you are more likely to achieve your goals if you write them down. So let’s talk about how we get from visualizing it to nailed it.

Do you have courage and grit? Today, we want to introduce you to Taylor K, an Exotic Level 2 competitor.

Anyone else #PSOready for 2022?! We just wrapped up the 2021 event season and are excited for what is to come in the new year! If you are interested in being a sponsor for our 2022 PSO events, registration is now open.

Props can add a different dynamic to a routine. When they are best used, they can enhance the story you are telling on stage. However, when used poorly, they can be a distraction. Let's talk about how to seamlessly integrate your props into your performance.

You’ve rehearsed your routine and you are ready for the big day. You pull up into the parking lot and embark on the next…

Whether you are going to your first competition or you are a seasoned veteran, here is a handy checklist to make sure you remember the essential tasks that lead up to having your moment.