NEWS!

Classes are currently unavailable

Classes were unavailable after Claire broke her elbow (from slipping on an icy driveway and NOT from falling off of a pole!). The radial head was smashed and recovery has taken longer than anticipated. She is now back in training and hoping to start lessons again very soon so watch this space!

Pantera Blacksmith is returning to Pole Progression!

Pantera Blacksmith, the World's No.1 pole trickster, will be returning to Pole Progression in June/July (date to be confirmed). The last visit to Bristol was a sale out success and there is sooo much you can learn from this lady, she is truly amazing. If you miss this opportunity to learn from the best trickster in the world, you will truly be missing out. Contact info@poleprogression or Deb Riley at the British Pole Dance Academy to reserve your space.

JENYNE BUTTERFLY IS COMING TO THE UK!

Pole Progression is proud to announce that Jenyne Butterfly will be holding Masterclasses and 1-2-1's at South Bristol Sports Centre on Tuesday 8th December courtesy of Deb Riley's British Pole Dance Academy.

Jenyne gained 2nd place in the world pole dancing championships in Jamaica and is an amazing and stunning performer. DO NOT MISS your chance to have a lesson with this talented lady. Contact smileyrileys@hotmail.co.uk for details on how to book your space!

The Pole Divas Championships

Back for its 4th year the PoleDivas Championships is once again set to entertain, challenge and reward the UK and Irish pole dance community.

With heats in London, Newcastle, Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester and Ireland it’s never too far to travel to participate in, or support a PoleDivas regional heat.

PoleDivas is a superb opportunity to showcase your skills and to participate across three entry levels (Amateur, Advanced Amateur & Professional).

This year’s competition will culminate with a glittering grand final in Manchester where we will crown the 2009 PoleDivas Champions, each receiving a cash prize!

Dancer entry details for this year’s competition are available from the PoleDivas website [http://www.poledivaschampionships.com] along with dates for heats and the Manchester grand final.

Felix's Visit

What a fantastic day we all had with Felix. She is a hugely talented dancer and we all got to see just why she is the world number one. Not only is she a fantastic pole dancer but she is a very patient and lovely person too. It was a pleasure having you Felix!

Kay Penney from Pole Passion has written a short artcle about Felix's UK tour and you can read it here

I have her safely locked in the cupboard ;)

Masterclasses with Felix

This has proven to be very popular and all spaces have now sold out except for ONE. The available space is for the masterclass with Felix and if you would like to be the lucky person that books it, then please contact Debbie at Pole Passion on 0871 318 3838.

2009 World Pole Champion is coming to Pole Progression!

Thursday 6 August 2009

Felix UK 2009 Master Class Tour Presented exclusively by Pole Passion and sponsored by R-Pole

Do not miss this unique opportunity for a lesson with the World Champion 2009 Title Holder, flown in from Las Vegas, for one week only! Felix is currently residing in Las Vegas where she is performing with Cirque du Soleil's Zumanity show.

There will be two different types of Master Classes;

1) Unlimited Combination’s Master Class; this will cover a variety of progressive tricks and spins and is suitable for all. ------ £150

2) Advanced to Extreme Tricks Master Class; for advanced students only that can invert confidently. (Moves will be adapted for all students on the day) ------ £150

There will also be very limited spaces for 1 hour private tuition and strictly first come first served. ----- £200 (max two people per lesson.)

There will also be a chance to meet the one and only Felix up close, get her autograph, have your photo taken with her, ask her question’s you have always wanted to know and watch her mesmerising performance’s right in front of your eyes. ---- £20 per person.

If you would like more information on this amazing tour please contact Debbie TODAY at theteam@passion-fitness.com to register your interest or call Pole Passion on 0871 318 3838.

Felix’s Current Titles

1.       World Pole Sport & Fitness Champion 2009
2.       Miss Pole Dance Australia Champion 2008/2009
3.       Miss Nude Australia National Final 2008/2009
4.       Miss Nude Australia WA Final 2008/2009
o       Entertainer of the Year
o       Hottest Body
5.       STAR Awards Best Female Performer 2007/2008
6.       Miss Hustler Center fold Oceania 2007/2008
o       1st Place Winner
7.       Miss Pole Dance Australia Champion 2006/2007

Dry Hands Grip

We will shortly be stocking Dry Hands grip aid. Ask at class if you wish to purchase one of the best grip aids on the market.

UK Amateur Pole Competition

Launched recently by Stacey Pope and Kat Williamson, this competition is set to break new ground in the world of pole dancing competitions. Aimed at non-professional pole dancers, there are three levels of entry with some amazing, well respected pole dancers acting as judges. For more information on how to enter, go to http://www.ukamateurpoleperformer.com

15 March 2009

The Miss Pole Dance World finals are being held in Amsterdam this year. We are looking forward to catching up with old friends, meeting new ones and seeing some world class pole dancing.

16 October 2008

Miss Pole Dance UK will be held at Scala in London. Good luck to all our friends who are competing!

13 October 2008

World famous pole dancer PANTERA came to South Bristol Sports Centre and delivered master classes and 1-2-1's. What an amazing day and what an amazing teacher and performer! She pushed us hard but is a lovely, fun lady and we can't wait for her next visit to the UK.

Participants from the group session

August 2008

Two taster places are auctioned off with the proceeds going to the South West Childrens Hospice.

February 2008

Pole Progression move their courses to South Bristol Sports Centre. What a beautiful venue!

November 2007

The PoleLove calendar is released for sale at the Launch Party in Reading.

June 2007

Pole Progression join PoleLove and over 30 other pole dancers of all levels and abilities to create a calendar showing pole dancing as the beautiful art form that it is. We are on the month of May!