Eve's Diary: Starting Pole Fitness – Why It’s Not as Scary as You Think

Eve Pole and Yoga
Sep 24
2 min read

Are you nervous about starting pole fitness? You’re not alone – almost everyone feels a little anxious before their first class. The good news is: pole fitness isn’t scary at all. It’s a sport, it’s empowering, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

In fact, one of the most common things I hear after a first class is:

“OMG, I don’t know why I was so nervous – it’s nothing like I thought it would be!”

My Own Beginner Journey

When I first started pole, I had lots of small goals – little milestones that kept me motivated. I didn’t rush into crazy tricks; instead, I learned to enjoy the foundations. And that’s something I always encourage my students to do too: enjoy the journey.

Pole fitness is a process of building strength, flexibility, and confidence, class by class. The more you break things down, the quicker (and safer) you’ll reach your goals.

Even our instructors – who are now strong, graceful, and elegant – keep growing every day. Teaching has transformed their lines and strength even more, and it’s such a joy to see that progress.

Fun Fact: I Hated Spinny Pole 🙈

Did you know I once said I’d never use spinny pole? (Now it’s one of my favourites!)

And here’s another truth: I was technically a beginner for a couple of months, but it took me over four years to feel fully confident at the intermediate level. Pole isn’t a race – there’s no time limit. You do you. Train at your own pace.