The Chrome Ninja

Start your pole journey today, beginner-friendly tutorials, safety tips, gear guides & confidence-boosting workouts to help you spin, climb & shine.

How to Get Rid of Fire Ants in Your Yard

How to Get Rid of Fire Ants in Your Yard

Those angry red mounds are more than just an eyesore. Here's the lowdown on how to kick fire ants out of your yard for good.

How to Build Your Strength for Pole Dancing

How to Build Your Strength for Pole Dancing

Think you're too weak to start pole dancing? Nope. Here's how you get strong by doing the thing you want to do.

A Guide to Pole Burn

A Guide to Pole Burn

Pole burn sucks. Here's what it is, how to prevent it, and how to fix it when it happens anyway. Your skin will thank you.

The Path to the Podium: Pole Sport's Epic Journey Toward the Olympic Games

The Path to the Podium: Pole Sport's Epic Journey Toward the Olympic Games

Is pole an Olympic sport? Short answer: no. Long answer: it’s a whole saga involving rebranding, bureaucracy, and a fight for the sport’s soul.

Pole Dancing for Beginners: Your First Guide

Pole Dancing for Beginners: Your First Guide

Thinking about trying pole dancing? Here’s everything you need to know, from busting myths to surviving your first class. No experience necessary!

Why Is Everyone Suddenly Pole Dancing?

Why Is Everyone Suddenly Pole Dancing?

How pole dancing went from shady clubs to your local gym... a story of strength, stigma, and some seriously sick spins.

Can Anyone Learn to Pole Dance?

Can Anyone Learn to Pole Dance?

Spoiler alert: yes, you can. Here's a no-nonsense guide to starting your pole dancing journey, no matter your shape, size, or strength.

How Often Should I Pole Dance? (The Real Answer)

How Often Should I Pole Dance? (The Real Answer)

Forget the 'magic number.' Let's figure out the perfect pole dancing schedule for your body, your goals, and your life.

Studio or Home Pole? Your First Big Decision

Studio or Home Pole? Your First Big Decision

So you wanna pole dance? Awesome. But where to start? We break down the pros and cons of learning in a studio versus setting up at home.

How to Practice Pole Dancing at Home: The Ultimate Guide to Your Personal Pole Journey

How to Practice Pole Dancing at Home: The Ultimate Guide to Your Personal Pole Journey

Thinking of getting a pole for your home? Here’s a no-nonsense guide to choosing one, setting it up, and learning the basics without hurting yourself. Or your ceiling.

The Definitive Beginner's Guide to Buying Your First Fitness Pole

The Definitive Beginner's Guide to Buying Your First Fitness Pole

Your no-nonsense guide to buying a pole for your home. We cover types, materials, safety, and all the stuff you actually need to know.

The Shoulder Mount

The Shoulder Mount

A no-nonsense guide to nailing the shoulder mount. Bruises included.

Mastering the Cradle Spin: Technique, Safety, and Progression

Mastering the Cradle Spin: Technique, Safety, and Progression

So you want to nail the cradle spin? Here’s everything you need to know, from the basic grip to fancy variations. Let’s get you spinning safely.

Stage Pole

Stage Pole

A guide to choosing, buying, and using a freestanding pole for home use.