POLESTARS classes have been developed according to the fitness industry standards for good practice. The term "Fitness" is a multi dimensional concept that includes areas such as emotional, social, mental, nutritional and physical fitness. Physical fitness itself can be broken down again to motor fitness (speed, balance, agility and co-ordination) along with muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness and flexibility.

POLESTARS classes comprise of an aerobic warm up, pole dancing and a cool down which combined with the confidence building and expressing sensuality aspects meaning we can put a tick next to most of these areas.

CLASS ATMOSPHERE
Pole dancing creates a unique class atmosphere. Attendees sharing poles results in a group dynamic that is energetic, supportive and motivational. The instructors are outwardly enthusiastic, positive, approachable and friendly.

THE AEROBIC SESSION
The Aerobic section follows the industry standard consisting of a warm up section including mobility; pulse raiser and stretch followed by the main aerobic (cardio) section which incorporates the build up, maintenance and cool down aerobic phases. The class then moves onto the muscular strength and endurance section incorporating maintenance and developmental stretch techniques. It is at this point the girls change their footwear and move on to the poles.

THE POLE DANCING
The pole section develops endurance, strength, power, stamina and mobility especially in the upper body areas. The calories burn and the girls rapidly see improved muscle tone. Pole dancing consists of many elements such as tricks, spins, poses linking moves, floor working in particular the muscles of the arms, shoulder and torso muscles to maintain good control, stability, balance and posture. After a pole session the girls have a further cool down stretch section. Throughout the class, exercise adaptations are offered according to level of fitness within the class, catering to varying abilities. The teacher will make reference to correct body positions, posture, exercise action, speed and range of movement.  

THE OVERALL BENEFITS OF ATTENDING POLESTARS
There are many health benefits to be reaped from participating. General sport benefits include a reduced risk of coronary disease, a decrease in blood pressure, body fat and cholesterol and an increase in bone density. Exercise releases endorphins which make us feel good and help to mobilise positive thinking. Pole dancing also promotes psychological well being and its provocative sexy elements are especially powerful to improving self image and self confidence.

CONCLUSION
Pole dancing lessons have a lot to offer as an alternative to a regular session down at the gym. The girls leave having experienced a lot of fun, feeling empowered and having gained a real sense of achievement. Customer service is the key to POLESTARS and our success can be seen from the number of ladies who book further courses and often refer our classes to their friends and colleagues. In that respect, we also help stimulate activity levels with widespread promotion.