I took a beginners pole dancing class. The class combined flexibility, strength, and, of course, a lot of dancing. I left feeling energized, empowered, and confident. Society has ingrained in us the ...

I’m getting ready to try out a new gym in a few days, one that is geared solely toward women. Such establishments typically excite me, as I love the idea of a place where women can feel completely at ...

When I first heard about pole dancing fitness classes, I was instantly intrigued. The naughtiness appealed to me, as so many naughty things do. I also loved the idea of dance-fitness classes because I ...

Pole dancing in Sin City was not the plan. Is it ever? Few kids grow up aspiring to earn a living on the pole. Timber Brown, 26, certainly didn't. With his background -- an abusive childhood, ...

Performances in N.Y.C. The curious hybrid of art, sport, exotic dance and fitness craze has developed a mainstream following but “it’s still a little naughty.” Sara Joel, from Long Island, performing ...

Ballet dancer Misty Copeland once said: “You can do anything you want, even if you are being told negative things. Stay strong and find motivation.” Two years ago, I applied this same perspective to ...