Beginner Series + why you shouldn’t skip them as a newbie poler

You’ve been inspired to try pole for a while now, and you finally decided to take the plunge. Congratulations! 🎉

You go to the studio website and register for a class that says “all levels,” but is that really the best move? I mean, there’s a 4-week beginner series listed on the site…but you kinda know how to dance already so you don’t actually need to start with a 4-week commitment…right?

Sadly, this is a thought process I’ve witnessed countless times. Best case, you’re able to catch on and follow along with the rest of the class. Worst case, you’ll leave class feeling as though you’ve accomplished nothing in the hour.

A beginner pole series is designed for those with little to no pole experience. In these series, you’ll typically learn essentials such as strutting, grips, basic spins, and sits. By the end of a beginner series, you should be more comfortable attending a beginner or all-levels class and following basic pole instruction throughout the class.

The reason studios and instructors emphasize the importance of these series is to ensure that you as a new student are equipped with the knowledge of basic terminology and foundational moves that will continue to be built upon in future classes you take. These series are also important for building strength and muscle memory, both of which are essential for pole.

In an all-levels class, it’s commonplace to see students at levels ranging from beginner all the way to advanced. Instructors of these classes are accustomed to modifying class content to challenge students at varying levels so individuals are able to get the most out of their unique class experience. Attending one of these classes as a brand new poler with zero experience has the potential to be a frustrating experience since the instructor will not be able to devote class time to teaching any basics that would have been taught in a studio’s advertised beginner series.

It’s awesome to have passion and early enthusiasm, but if you want to ride that high throughout your pole journey then my advice is to start with the beginner series. After all, who stays consistent with something that doesn’t make them feel good after the first time they try it?

Tell me: What are your thoughts on attending a dedicated beginner series vs. winging it in All Levels as a brand new poler?