Beginner pole competitor

  • You’re in the right place if:

    • You’re actively working on climbing and inverting but can’t yet do it consistently.

    • You feel comfortable moving around the base of the pole using basic beginner movements.

  • You are not eligible if any of the following apply:

    • You can invert with ease.

    • You placed 1st in the Beginner Pole Competitor Level at the 2024 Championship.

    • 50% or more of your classes between Jan 1 – July 1, 2025 are at an intermediate level or higher.

    • You are teaching or performing pole for pay during Jan 1 – July 1, 2025.

    • Can I use spin pole? 

      • Nope—static pole only.

    • Can I climb the pole?

      • Yes, but with restrictions. You may climb up to one body length only.

    • Can I invert from the ground or in the air?

      • No. Inverting is not allowed—hips must stay below the shoulders when your entire body is on the pole.

    • Can I do a handspring or ayesha?

      • No.

  • You’ll be disqualified if you:

    • Climb more than one body length.

    • Invert, whether from the ground or aerially.

    • Perform a handspring or ayesha.

  • Technique: 45 Points

    Artistic: 42 Points

    Stage Presence: 13 Points

  • - Dance Ability (15 points): Strong technical foundation with clean lines, body awareness, and musicality.

    - Strength (10 points): Controlled movements, confident lifts, and secure grips/hooks on the apparatus.

    - Flexibility (10 points): Full range of motion in movements; clean, extended lines.

    - Body Lines (7 points): Intentional and well-executed shapes—whether clean, curved, or angular.

    - Balance (3 points): Ability to maintain control and stability in both static and dynamic movements.

  • - Musicality (10 points): Choreography reflects and accentuates the music—using rhythm, accents, and lyrics.

    - Movement Execution (20 points): Confident, seamless transitions and purposeful movement throughout.

    - Gymnastic Ability (12 points): Takes risks through dynamic transitions, acrobatic elements, or innovative concepts.

  • - Entertainment Value (6 points): Engaging performance with energy, expression, and charisma.

    - Eye Contact (4 points): Establishes a deliberate visual connection with the audience or judges.

    - Costume (3 points): Visually complements the routine; cohesive, intentional, and performance-appropriate.

Things to know

  • September 28, 2024 @ 10 am - 9pm (Specific performance section blocks will be released closer to the competition date)

    Pole Pressure DC 1322 14th St NW 2nd Floor (Above Popeyes) Washington, DC 20005202.221.4831

  • Yes as a competitor you are can rent the studio for $35 per hour. Each additional person you bring to the studio rental is charged $17 per person per hour. Reach out to info@polepressure.com to schedule. 

     

  • The minimum length of the performance is 2:30 minutes, the maximum length is 5 minutes.

  • Review ➡️ Pole Set Up

    Two 45 mm 11ft stainless poles.

    Review ➡️ Hoop Set Up:

    The studio will provide a single point Lyra (performers can request a specific Lyra size and must provide that information no later than September 11, 2024). 

  • All equipment will be cleaned with at least 70% Isopropyl Alcohol before and after each performer.

  • We really don’t have any clothing restrictions except for the following… No nudity, however, clothing can be removed to a minimum of a g-string and pasties. If you want to be FULLY clothed with grip leggings that is totally fine :)

  • Yes! Including human props. Must be approved by the studio no later than September 11, 2024.

  • By participating in this championship, you are giving your consent to be photographed or videoed for promotional purposes of the studio and/or future events. You will not be compensated in any way for your photographs or video. If you are not comfortable with being featured in photos, videos, and/or social media channels DO NOT sign up for this event. The studio will have other performance opportunities that will notnrequire the public use of your image.

1st Place Winners (in categories with 4 or more competitors):

  • 72 In-Studio Class Credits (Valid for 1 year)

  • Unlimited Access to Live Stream Classes & On-Demand Library (1 year)

  • Early Access to monthly in-studio class sign-ups

1st Place Winners (in categories with fewer than 4 competitors):

  • 25 In-Studio Class Credits (Valid for 6 months)

  • Unlimited Access to Live Stream Classes & On-Demand Library (6 months)

  • Early Access to monthly in-studio class sign-ups

🤝 WHAT IF THERE’S A TIE FOR 1ST PLACE?

In the event of a tie for 1st place:

  • Each winner will receive a medal

  • The class credits portion of the prize will be split equally between the winners

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  • - 25 In-Studio Class Credits (Valid for 6 months)

    - Unlimited Access to Live Stream Classes & On-Demand Library (6 months)

    - Early Access to monthly in-studio class sign-ups

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GENERAL CHAMPIONSHIP DETAILS

📅 WHEN IS COMPETITOR SIGN-UP?

  • Opens: June 16, 2025 @ 8:00 AM

  • Closes: July 16, 2025 @ 11:59 PM

🗓 WHEN IS THE COMPETITION?

  • Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

  • Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

  • Each performer will be assigned a specific performance time block by September 15, 2025

👥 WHO CAN ENTER THE COMPETITION?

  • Open to anyone 18 years or older at the time of the competition

  • You do NOT need to be a Pole Pressure member to participate

💰 WHAT IS THE COMPETITION FEE?

  • New/Non-Active Clients: $64

  • Active Clients (1,3, or 10-Class Pack Holders): $37

  • Members (Boost, Ultimate /Ultimate Plus, 72 Class Pack, Summer Solstice): $27

🔄 CAN I CHANGE MY CATEGORY OR LEVEL?

  • Yes! Competitors can change their level and/or category until September 13, 2025 @ 11:58 PM. 

🔧 WHAT IS THE POLE SETUP?

  • Two 45mm, 11ft stainless steel poles

  • Stage right pole: Spin mode (closet to the mirror)

  • Stage left pole: Static mode (closet to the brick wall)

⭕️ WHAT IS THE HOOP SETUP?

  • Performers may bring their own hoop (must be pre-approved by the studio by September 13, 2025)

  • If not providing your own, the studio will supply a single-point hoop

  • Performers using the studio hoop must request a specific size by September 13, 2025

⏱ HOW LONG CAN MY PERFORMANCE BE?

  • Minimum: 2 minutes and 30 seconds

  • Maximum: 5 minutes

👗 WHAT ARE THE COSTUME RESTRICTIONS?

  • No full nudity

  • Minimum coverage: G-string and pasties are allowed

  • Clothing removal is permitted within these limits

🧼 HOW WILL THE POLES & HOOPS BE CLEANED?

  • Cleaned before and after each performer using at least 70% isopropyl alcohol

📸 HOW WILL MY IMAGE BE USED?

  • By participating, you consent to photo and video recording for studio and event promotion

  • No compensation will be provided for the use of your image

  • If you do not consent to this, do not sign up for this event

  • Alternative performance opportunities will be available that do not require public media use

🎭 ARE PROPS ALLOWED?

  • Yes—including human props

  • All props must be approved by the studio no later than September 13, 2025.