Author: Pagan

Nikki Lines and Heather Walker were awarded places in the UKAPP final when they competed at The North Wales Pole Competition in February. Both girls were delighted at the opportunity to compete again, and had been working hard on putting together fun routines to impress the UKAPP judges.

Nikki decided upon a Charleston theme, combined with the 90’s tune, Doop. Her routine was so much fun that the audience couldn’t help smiling along with her dance both on and off the pole. A truly fabulous jovial performance all round!

Heather also opted for fun filled theme, impersonating Aerial, from Disney’s: The Little Mermaid. Heather’s performance warmed the cockles of everyone’s heart, her breathtaking leaps across the stage and elegant use of the pole was beautiful to watch. Heather was informed after the competition that she came 3rd place, an amazing achievement!

Both Heather and Nikki should be extremely proud of their performances, it takes real courage to get up on stage in front of the judges, and both did tremendously. Pagan’s Pole is extremely proud of both students.

Pagan’s Pole has always supported the Pole Dance Community’s (PDC) idea of a national syllabus and code of conduct for the Pole Dance and Fitness Industry. As a result of this we have joined the new AAP (Advancements and Accreditation Programme). This programme has been designed for both students and instructors and is like a ‘pole dance and fitness record of achievement’

Instructors are graded by 3 levels, level 3 being the highest and awarded to ambassadors within the pole dance industry. Level 1 representing the highest level of professionalism and teaching quality within the pole fitness industry.
Tracy is extremely proud to have been awarded her level 2 status. The criteria to receive this status being: Level 2 instructors should exemplify excellence in teaching quality and have extensive pole fitness industry experience. This means that there are certain rules and regulations Pagan’s Pole adheres to, ensuring that all health and safety requirements are met, that everyone has ample time on the pole, all qualifications have been achieved, Insurances are correct and these are only a few among many of the recommended guidelines.

Many who have experienced lessons with Tracy will understand her determination to ensure a safe and enjoyable lesson. Warm-ups and stretches play a huge part of every class, along with regular rigorous x-pole checks and mats at the ready!

If you would like to book a lesson with Britain’s 1st Level 2 PDC Instructor please contact Tracy using any of the contact details on the website. You can rest assured that you are in safe hands and your experience on the pole will be an enjoyable one!

The Paganettes were extremely lucky to have been invited to take part in a private group masterclass with International and British Isle Champion, Karen Chaundy, at her Bodybarre Studio in Manchester. The girls: Nikki, Liz, Nicola, Heather and Tracy were worked and stretched like never before but all felt truly happy to have been part of an amazing pole class.

Karen is well known for her extreme flexibility and hardcore power moves. We were much impressed with her patience and determination as she attempted to teach us some of these moves, including the Iron X, Dart Handspring, and Shouldermount Walkovers. Of course no pole class would be complete without a good stretching session, and believe me did we get stretched. Infact, I believe the Paganettes bore more resemblance to John Wayne with saddlebags than pole dancers once Karen had her wicked way with our splits training!

In summery all the girls had a fantastic time and learned a great deal from both Karen and Penny. The studio is a delight to pole in, with sweets on offer and fantastic company. Many thanks to you all!

Pagan’s Pole was over the moon to be asked to perform and demonstrate at Wylfa Power Station’s ‘Work Hard, Play Hard’ open day. The day was designed to generate interest in Health and Exercise and consisted of numerous genres and regimes of exercise, from Salsa, Weight Lifting and even Cannon Firing, indeed it proved to be an all out action packed event!

The girls were able to demonstrate their art and dismiss the stereotypical view of pole dancing. There were gasps from the crowds as tricks were performed, while others couldn’t wait to get their hands on the pole and try for themselves. The variety of people present covered all ages, and every generation had a swing or a spin, from 5 year olds to Grandmas, the pole seemed to appeal to all.

The pole held a particular appeal to a very talented group of teenage lads. Blessed with an innate strength and lack of fear, we were impressed by the sheer determination and hard work these lads put into practicing the moves we taught. We were not the only ones impressed. The the local Leisure Centre was so impressed by the youths enthusiasm and dedication that classes are subsequently being arranged to give these youngsters a hobby and activity to participate in.

With a great deal of other parties also demonstrating an interest in pole fit classes, we have hopefully been able to impress upon the public the many benefits of our sport!

Many thanks to Wylfa for such a fantastic opportunity to display our sport!

Pagan’s Pole is proud to announce the Heather Walker’s audition for the hit TV reality dance show ‘Got To Dance’, hosted by the one and only Davina McCall.

Pagan’s Pole was contacted by the show at the beginning of July and informed that not enough pole dancer’s had put themselves forward for the auditions. The show asked if we had any talented dancer’s willing to audition. Immediately I thought of our very own Paganette, Heather; with her unique blend of dance styles I felt she would do well.

Heather was more than keen to try so after a couple of weeks preparation time we trundled off to Manchester. Heather looked stunning in her metallic blue costume! Unsurprisingly the venue was packed with dancer’s from every origin and style. We did meet fellow Pole Dancer, Triplex Bex, who was also auditioning and we wish her all the best!

Now we wait! The show has told Heather to wait for correspondence that should arrive at the end of the month. If she is successful she will be to auditioning in front of the judges: Adam Garcia, Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt, and Diversity’s Ashley Banjo. How exciting! Let’s all keep fingers and toes crossed for Heather 🙂

Unfortunately Heather received an email on Aug 28th informing her she was unsuccessful this time. We are so proud of Heather and her achievements, and are behind her 100% if she does decide to try again next year!

Pagan’s Pole had a fantastic night performing to a brilliant audience at The 3 Crowns in Bangor last Friday evening. The Paganettes put on a fabulous show, including some doubles work, and some very daring tricks.

Our hostess and DJ, Ms Dolly Minxture was totally awesome, with humour that kept the girls in good spirits all evening and music to make us dance the night away.

Pagan’s Pole would like to thank all at The 3 Crowns for inviting us to perform and making our evening a memorable one. We hope to be performing again in this friendly venue sometime in the near future and hope we see you all there!

Pagan’s Pole performed at Pole Unity 2010 at the Wyllyots Theatre, Potters Bar, Herts.

The performers consisted of : Tracy Huckfield, Emma Boutet, Heather Walker, Nicola Morgan, Nikki Lines and the star of the show, Paul Morgan. A fantastic time was had by all, from the moment we arrived to the fantastic social evening after the event.

Pagan’s Pole was among 25 other pole schools from across the globe performing in Pole Unity this year. The show was as always both entertaining and inspiring. The charity Pole Unity was supporting was to raise money for those who had fallen off the pole during training/performances and suffered extreme injury, leaving them paralized from the neck down. With a cause so close to all of our hearts we were happy to assist in raising as much cash as possible.

Many thanks to Pole Unity for giving us an opportunity to put on our show!