(Photography by Holly Marquette)
02/04/2013
01/04/2013
Hello Cabo I'm Coming For You!!
31/03/2013
Exciting New Equipment Coming Soon
Over the next two months as we renovate the new ClubMynx studio, I’m going to update you on some exciting things to watch out for in the new space. It’s such an exciting time for us, as we expand on the areas of the studio that have done extremely well these past 5 years and also add some new things into the mix. Today I want to focus on some exciting new equipment to watch out for at the new digs:
13 x Brand New X-poles!!! I’m so excited for these new poles. Not only are they competition strength and fabulously 14 feet tall, they also have both stationary and spinning options, meaning we can integrate spinning into regular classes for an extra added challenge! Chrome finish and 45mm diameter (same as our current ones) these poles are going to be permanently installed requiring no set up for practice times, private lessons etc. and because of the competition strength we can also run awesome new workshops in the future such as doubles tricks. They are going to be amazing!!! We purchased our poles from (www.xpoleus.com)
8 x Aerial Hammocks!!! We just received our order of beautiful fuchsia pink aerial hammocks and they are so gorgeous. Once hung, these puppies will be about 8 feet long, and we’re going with a single point attachment system using hanging cable mounts, daisy chains, carabineers and the hammocks. Eek so exciting! We purchased our aerial hammocks from Aircat Aerial Yoga in Boulder, CO where I took my instructor training (www.aircat.net)4 x Aerial Hoops!!! I’m so excited to bring over our aerial hoops (which have been at our offsite location since January where we have offered a few aerial hoop classes). These hoops are 39 inches in diameter, and will be hung in the same studio as our hammocks, from a similar mounting system using hanging cables, daisy chains and carabineers. One thing I absolutely LOVE about our new facility are the open ceilings with exposed beams, which will allow us to hang all of our aerial equipment with ease. Can’t wait to bring these fabulous new classes into the ClubMynx facility finally! We purchased our hoops from Calgary based company (www.municycle.ca)
Much more info to come as we move into renovation stage at ClubMynx!
30/03/2013
Rockin Legs n' Abs - DVD Review!
Cleo The Hurricane, 2012 Miss Pole Dance Australia, is one of my favorite pole stars!! Not only is she incredibly strong and flexible, she has a sexy style and a rock n roll attitude! I was super excited to hear that she was coming out with a DVD called Rockin Legs n' Abs! I got the DVD several days ago but due to moving (mentioned in a previous blog post), I hadn't had a chance to use it until yesterday. Check out my review below.
To start, here's the preview to the DVD that she posted on her YouTube page Cleo The Hurricane (make sure you subscribe to her YouTube page!):
This one hour program is focused on helping you improve your strength and flexibility focusing on abs and leg. It's broken down into 9 chapters so if you are short on time, they suggest you mix at least 4 chapters including the warm up. I love that they suggest this because you have no excuse not to work out if you don't have time for the full hour.
If you watched the video above, you can see that her legs are incredible! After doing this video only once so far, I admire her even more because it's a lot of work to get as strong and as flexible as she is. When you watch the DVD, she is really encouraging (who doesn't want a pole super star yelling at you to keep squeezing your buns?!), and I like that she encourages you to stay consistent and follow a healthy lifestyle. She makes you feel like it's attainable for everyone if you are willing to keep with it.
I have bought a lot of pole related DVDs and this one is one of the best in terms of production and getting the most bang for your buck. You don't need a pole (she uses a chair), so anyone can do this at home. It's a really tough workout (I may or may not have pressed pause several times throughout the workout to rock in the fetal position as my body questioned why I was doing this!) but I felt fantastic once I was finished. Once you reach the stretching portion (both middle splits and front splits), your legs are so warm from the workout that you get a really deep stretch after. I'm sure improvements will come quickly!
The best thing about this DVD is that it's challenging so you won't get bored with it. She has a chapter on Advanced Leg Holds that is so inspiring that you will feel motivated to continue to work hard. I loved that I felt so strong after the workout... can't wait to do this again today. I highly recommend every pole dancer, regardless of what level you are at, to get this DVD! It's fantastic!
You can get your Rockin Legs n' Abs DVD on Cleo's website: http://www.cleothehurricane.com/portfolio-view/rockin-legs-n-abs/
Check out her Rockin' Fitness Wear: http://www.rockinfitnesswear.com/
Check her out on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cleothehurricanerocks?fref=ts
To start, here's the preview to the DVD that she posted on her YouTube page Cleo The Hurricane (make sure you subscribe to her YouTube page!):
This one hour program is focused on helping you improve your strength and flexibility focusing on abs and leg. It's broken down into 9 chapters so if you are short on time, they suggest you mix at least 4 chapters including the warm up. I love that they suggest this because you have no excuse not to work out if you don't have time for the full hour.
If you watched the video above, you can see that her legs are incredible! After doing this video only once so far, I admire her even more because it's a lot of work to get as strong and as flexible as she is. When you watch the DVD, she is really encouraging (who doesn't want a pole super star yelling at you to keep squeezing your buns?!), and I like that she encourages you to stay consistent and follow a healthy lifestyle. She makes you feel like it's attainable for everyone if you are willing to keep with it.
I have bought a lot of pole related DVDs and this one is one of the best in terms of production and getting the most bang for your buck. You don't need a pole (she uses a chair), so anyone can do this at home. It's a really tough workout (I may or may not have pressed pause several times throughout the workout to rock in the fetal position as my body questioned why I was doing this!) but I felt fantastic once I was finished. Once you reach the stretching portion (both middle splits and front splits), your legs are so warm from the workout that you get a really deep stretch after. I'm sure improvements will come quickly!
The best thing about this DVD is that it's challenging so you won't get bored with it. She has a chapter on Advanced Leg Holds that is so inspiring that you will feel motivated to continue to work hard. I loved that I felt so strong after the workout... can't wait to do this again today. I highly recommend every pole dancer, regardless of what level you are at, to get this DVD! It's fantastic!
You can get your Rockin Legs n' Abs DVD on Cleo's website: http://www.cleothehurricane.com/portfolio-view/rockin-legs-n-abs/
Check out her Rockin' Fitness Wear: http://www.rockinfitnesswear.com/
Check her out on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cleothehurricanerocks?fref=ts
28/03/2013
My Smile.
This week has challenged me in a way I never knew was possible. All my plans disappeared in the blink of an eye. I received some personal news that shook my world completely and only now am I feeling like the storm has passed and now it is time to clean up the wreckage and move forward. I think it is important in life to address your fears and your emotions and doing that doesn't mean you are a weak person - it means you are strong enough to face them and conquer them.
The physical feature I am most complimented on is my smile and I am disappointed I let myself cover that up for a few days - but I'm back and I'm back with more strength, more love, and more joy then I have ever known. Life is meant to shake you up, to push you in different directions and even though I felt unprepared for this one I am now ready to tackle it.
I hope you all have a fabulous long weekend and that you indulge in some delicciiiiouuusss chocolate goodness! Most important - make sure you share that smile of yours with everyone. You don't know what anyone else is going through but if I could share one thing with you it would be that: A smile on ones face almost always lights up anothers!
27/03/2013
Freestyle!
Music To Get You Movin!
- Set It Off ft. Lazerdisk Party Sex - Diplo (The Fat Rat Remix)
- Greyhound - Swedish House Mafia
- Blow The Roof - Flux Pavilion
- Gangster's Paradise - Bombs Away
- In The Dark - Dev (Tiesto Remix)
- I Need Your Love ft. Ellie Goulding - Calvin Harris
- Feel This Moment ft. Christina Aguilera - Pitbull
24/03/2013
2013 Pacific Pole Championships
The 2013 Pacific Pole Championships were held on March 15 & 16 in Los Angeles. Here are the results and performances for the Level 4 Championship:
Champion: Mary Kolacinski
Runner Up - Pink Puma
Champion: Mary Kolacinski
Runner Up - Pink Puma
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