Pole Dancing Directory Learn to Pole Dance All About Dance Poles Pole Dance Gear & Accessories Clothes Shoes & Boots Pole Fitness Information Plus Size Pole Dance Corner Multimedia Corner More Pole Fun Teachers' Corner Site Info & Admin
Dance pole safety and the prevention of pole dancing injuries are becoming hot topics, with more and more people getting involved in the vertical arts as a way to get fit and have fun.
In any discussion of safety, we need to start with the type of equipment you plan to use. This is because different dance poles have different safety issues.
While it would take an extreme amount of force and neglect for the permanently mounted one to come down, the friction fit pole can do so relatively easily, owing to its design.
Here's a short video I made that shows you how to load test a friction fit pole to ensure it's safe.
To read more about safety for your specific type of setup, just click on the following links:
Of course, you should always defer to the manufacturer's advice and suggestions on specific dance pole safety matters. After all, they built it and they should know its limits!
If in doubt, contact the manufacturer's customer service department. More than likely they will be able to give you a definitive answer or some solid advice if you're ever concerned about a safety issue with your equipment.
In addition to the safety issues that are specific to the type of pole you use, here are some general dancer pole safety tips that will help you reduce or avoid injuries by ensuring you use your equipment and accessories safely.