Pole dancing is a form of dance whose origins date back to England in the year 1980. This term is most commonly associated with the field of strip clubs, but recently this type of dancing is used in artistic bars, in cabarets and in acrobatic shows that do not involve eroticism.
This dance requires some strength and endurance. The ballerina should hold the pole with one or both hands and perform athletic movements. The upper body and strength of the abdominal core are important in this dance.
Pole dancing, despite its erotic beginnings in nightclubs for both men and women, today is considered a form of exercise and can be used as an aerobic and anaerobic gymnastics. It is also classified by some as a performing art.
An example of pole dancing performance as stage art can be seen in Montreal, specifically in the Cirque du Soleil. In this circus, acrobats dressed in multiple colors perform this practice that includes movements that require a lot of strength and skill.
The pole dance began to be conceived as a sport in Europe (Amsterdam). It was where the first “World Pole Dance Federation- WPDF” was born in 2003 and since then the dance has been implanted and has been growing across the planet.
The growth of this practice as a sport has been huge in recent years, the International Pole Dance Federation has already made the arrangements so that it can be included as an Olympic sport.
There are competitors from all around the world who participate in various competitions. These contests are focused on the artistic and acrobatic side. The first competition was held in Amsterdam in 2005.
This is a complete dance, as dance is sexy, as exercise is great for toning muscles and staying fit. Although the exercises are not simple, after each class you can advance, even from day one. Thus, the longer you are engaged in the practice the reward will be much bigger.
The choreographies are full of quick and agile movements. That is why the dancers have shaped and stylized legs and arms. It also incorporates elements of gymnastics and acrobatics, with the delicacy of classical ballet and modern dance movements. They include spins, climbs, slides, static figures, even upside down poses.
The pole dance is the perfect combination that integrates the benefits of female sensual dance, fitness, and gymnastics.
Amsterdam is one of the best places to take lessons and, in no time, you will look and move like many actresses from Hollywood such as Kate Moss, Natalie Portman, Demi Moore, Emma Watson, Heather Graham, Kristen Stewart, Eva Longoria, Kate Hudson, Shakira, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera. Who are some of the most popular people that practice this dance?
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