Pole Dancing Blog - Tips, Guides & Insights from Altitude

I started as a student in 2015 and very quickly realised that Altitude was everything I had been looking for and more. I've been a student, instructor, client care manager and C.O.O for Altitude HQ. This is my story 🩷

Looking for something fun that would challenge her more than the gym, Olivia took the advice of her older sister and decided to sign up for pole dancing! And it's fair to say, she did not regret that decision! 😉🙌

Ever had a stranger say something to you that's shifted your whole perspective on what could be possible? Claudia has. After being diagnosed with AML leukaemia at just 3.5 years old and living with chronic health conditions as well as being a full time wheelchair user, learning to pole dance wasn't exactly on Claudia's list of possibilities.. until a kind stranger asked her a simple question that changed everything Read Claudia's journey, written by the magical woman hers

Body Positivity: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and Why Diverse Body Representation Matters A blog by Amy Rosvally - Altitude Pole instructor, student and body loving advocate ❤️

One question that often comes up with new students or those looking to start pole dancing is - “Do I have to wear heels?” No, you don’t have to wear heels. There are many full time pole dancers that go their whole career without heels! In saying that, we totally recommend trying them out 😉 And here’s why...

After having two children, Eleanor was on a path to find herself again. Read about her journey at Altitude Pole Hamilton💗

It’s actually one of my absolute favourite things about pole, how you are in classes and how you express yourself during them is uniquely yours. Everyone’s journey is different and at Altitude we celebrate any way that might look. 💘

Starting something new can be intimidating, especially if you're coming in as a total beginner, so we've put together our top tips on how to break free of boredom and embrace trying something new!

Confidence isn't just something you order online and have delivered overnight; it's more like a journey full of plot twists, awkward dance moves, and occasional pep talks in the mirror. And if there's one place where this journey gets a whole lot sassier, it's during a class at Altitude pole.

This blog was written by one of our members, Courtney, about her journey with pole at Altitude so far...

This blog was written by one of our members, Zara, about her journey with pole dancing at Altitude. "I started pole dancing in July 2023. My son was away for a week in the school holidays, that's when I realized that he is getting older and more independent, and that it was time for me to think about doing something for myself. Full of panic and fear, living in a new town, not knowing what to do with myself in this world."

Curious to know more about pole? Here's every pole truth you'll ever need to know...

Welcome to part three of our 3-part series celebrating some of the amazing Mums at our studios by sharing their amazing & inspirational journeys with you ♥ Today, we've spoken with Sarah, Brittany Rose and Aimee about their journeys as Mums at Altitude..

Welcome to part two of our 3-part series celebrating some of the amazing Mums at our studios by sharing their amazing & inspirational journeys with you ♥ Today, we've spoken with Krystal Sara, Kim and Jess about their journeys as Mums at Altitude...

Welcome to part one of our 3-part series celebrating some of the amazing Mums at our studios by sharing their amazing & inspirational journeys with you ♥ Today, we've spoken with Sally, Rachel and Tara about their journeys as Mums at Altitude...

It's an exciting new world when you decide to become a pole dancer. There are SO many new things to learn, moves to conquer, techniques to perfect...Let's take a step back and talk about what we think YOU should know when you first start! Straight from your instructors, here's our top 10 things every new pole dancer should know ♥

Curious about what our members say about pole dancing? Read about Giorgia’s pole journey at Altitude...

Dance is often seen as a hobby, or only something you do when you’re younger (or if you’ve had a few too many 'lemonades' 😉). But what if you discovered that dancing regularly had some really powerful benefits that could make your life easier, happier and more fulfilling? Intrigued? Read this blog! 👀

Curious about what our members say about pole dancing? Read about Renee's pole journey at Altitude...

Curious about what our members say about pole dancing at Altitude? Check out this blog written by one of our amazing members, Sadie, from our Palmerston North studio ❤