Pole dancing is fast becoming a mainstream fitness activity, but there are still a lot of misconceptions about what it's really all about. Of course, everyone has their own take on that subject, but as far as I'm concerned it's a great way to build some incredible strength and have a ton of fun at the same time.

But playing on a pole is not just about the fun factor. Your dance pole is a vertical home gym if you know how to use it properly. In fact, there are a huge variety of exercises you can do on your pole to increase your strength and flexibility, even if you never wanted to dance on it (which I'd find hard to believe!).

After all, no matter which side you're on when it comes to the whole fitness vs oppression argument, it's hard to deny that a pole can get you into some pretty serious shape. And that's the main focus of this website - how to get fit using a dance pole.

Of course you'll find lots of other related info as well, like how to buy the right pole for your needs, where to find a pole dance studio near you, and reviews of some of the most popular pole fitness and pole dance DVDs.

You can also check out what's hot in pole dance music, watch some free pole dance videos, browse the ever-expanding pole photo gallery (remember to submit your own photo too!) and even find out which celebrities are working the pole (and how they make the pole work for them)!

Want to throw a pole party, or get more information on how to go about organizing one? No problem. Looking for dance pole safety information? Got it covered. Need to know how to protect your arms from pole burn? I can help you there too.

My goal is to help you discover the amazing fitness potential of your dance pole, to show you a good time while we're at it, and to provide you with quality, unbiased information on this fabulous form of fitness. So come on in girlfriend, and get ready to discover the power of the pole!